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USA BMX Cajun Nationals Bring High-Speed BMX Racing Back to West Monroe

Taking place March 20-22 at Ike Hamilton Expo Center, the event will bring top amateur and professional riders to West Monroe for competition in the 2026 USA BMX National Series and USA Cycling Collegiate National Championship for BMX.

TULSA, Okla. (March 17, 2026)—The 2026 USA BMX National Series rolls into West Monroe March 20–22 for the highly anticipated Cajun Nationals at the Ike Hamilton Expo Center. Bringing together top amateur and professional riders from across the country and around the globe, the weekend will serve as a showcase of BMX talent at the highest level. 

The Cajun Nationals mark the 7th stop of the 2026 USA BMX National Series. The three-day BMX competition will be held at Ike Hamilton Expo Center at 501 Mane St in West Monroe. Races begin at 1 p.m. Friday, 9:30 a.m. Saturday and 8 a.m. Sunday. 

The USA BMX National Series is one of the premier competitive circuits in BMX racing, bringing riders from across the country together to compete for national points and rankings. Throughout the season, racers of all ages and skill levels travel to host cities nationwide, with each stop contributing to their pursuit of national titles.

The weekend also features the USA Cycling Collegiate National Championship for BMX, bringing top collegiate riders from across the country to compete for the national title. Last year’s champion, Marian University, will be aiming to defend its crown against a strong field of emerging talent. 

“We are proud to welcome riders, families, and fans from USA BMX to West Monroe. This event showcases our region’s commitment to sports tourism and gives visitors the chance to experience the authentic hospitality, culture, and energy that define Northeast Louisiana,” said Scott Bruscato, executive vice president of Discover Monroe-West Monroe. We look forward to an exciting competition and to creating a memorable experience for everyone who joins us.”

While the 2026 USA BMX Cajun Nationals will keep racers and spectators focused on the action, visitors can also enjoy a variety of local attractions throughout the area. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore scenic trails, while history and culture are available at nearby museums and cultural centers. Families looking for additional entertainment will find indoor games, rides and activities suitable for all ages, as well as shops, dining and other experiences to enjoy.

The full Cajun Nationals schedule can be viewed here. For more information about attractions, dining and events in West Monroe and Monroe, visit Discover Monroe-West Monroe at www.monroe-westmonroe.org. 

WHAT

USA BMX Cajun Nationals

WHEN

Friday - Sunday, March 20-22, 2026

• Friday: Racing begins at 1:00 p.m.

• Saturday: Racing begins at 9:30 a.m

• Sunday: Racing begins at 8:00 a.m.

WHERE

Ike Hamilton Expo Center

501 Mane St

West Monroe, LA 71292

COST               

• Free admission

• Parking is $10 per day

MEDIA

Interviews and visual opportunities are available with local BMX riders and/or a USA BMX representative. To secure, please contact Alayna Dalgleish at [email protected] or 360-703-8602. Photos from the 2025 Cajun Nationals held in West Monroe can be found here. The full BMX image library can be found here. Please credit USA BMX if photos are published.

About USA BMX

Established as the American Bicycle Association in 1977 and headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma, ABA is the nation’s largest cycling organization with more than 70,000 members with combined racing and freestyle events at more than 300 sanctioned BMX tracks across the United States and Canada. ABA empowers and elevates the early stages of bicycle development by creating opportunities through facility development, programs, and national events. As a result, ABA has developed a structured blueprint. A cyclist can progress from humble beginnings on a balance bike to becoming a BMX Olympian by establishing these roots. 

Through STEAM, scholarships, freestyle amateur events, the national series, the Olympics and new facilities built across the United States, these four pillars under the USA BMX organization will impact young riders and families: USA BMX Foundation, USA BMX Freestyle, USA BMX Racing and ABA Ethos.

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Organization: USA BMX

Event Name: USA BMX Cajun Nationals

Series: 2026 USA BMX National Series (Stop #7), USA Cycling Collegiate BMX National Championship

Sport: BMX racing, cycling, action sports, USA Cycling

Primary Location: Ike Hamilton Expo Center, West Monroe, LA, USA

Venue Address: 501 Mane St, West Monroe, LA 71292

Event Dates: March 20-22, 2026