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Lexington Takes Center Stage as USA BMX Palmetto Nationals Race Into Town

Top BMX riders return to South Carolina June 12-14 as Lexington BMX hosts Stop No. 16 of the 2026 USA BMX National Series.

TULSA, Okla. (June 8, 2026)—Lexington will take center stage June 12-14 as the 2026 USA BMX National Series brings the Palmetto Nationals to Lexington BMX. The three-day event will draw top amateur riders and BMX enthusiasts from around the world for a thrilling showcase of speed, athleticism and competition. Racers will battle for national points and podium finishes and spectators can experience the energy, excitement and community spirit of BMX racing.

The Palmetto Nationals mark stop no.16 of the 2026 USA BMX National Series. The three-day BMX competition will be held at Lexington BMX at 1159 Nazareth Rd in Lexington. Races begin at 1 p.m. Friday, 9:30 a.m. Saturday and 8 a.m. Sunday. 

“Lexington BMX has been working diligently the last few seasons to build the kind of community that makes an event like the Palmetto Nationals possible,” said Victor Tomaino, track operator of Lexington BMX. “Experience Columbia SC Sports, Lexington County Recreation and Aging Commission, our riders, families and volunteers have put in serious effort, and bringing a USA BMX National to Lexington County is the result of that dedication. We are most looking forward to watching our local riders compete on their home track in front of their home crowd. That kind of moment is what this sport is all about.” 

The USA BMX National Series is one of the premier competitive circuits in the sport, bringing together riders from across the country to compete for national rankings and championship points. Throughout the season, athletes of all ages and skill levels travel to events nationwide, each race serving as a key step toward earning a national title.

“We are incredibly excited to host the 2026 USA BMX Palmetto Nationals at the Lexington BMX track and welcome riders, families and fans to the Columbia SC region,” said Scott Powers, executive director of Experience Columbia SC Sports. “USA BMX events bring an unmatched level of energy and excitement, and this is a fantastic opportunity to showcase our community, our hospitality and our commitment to hosting premier sporting events. We look forward to an outstanding weekend of racing and to giving every participant and visitor a memorable experience in Lexington, South Carolina.”

Lexington offers BMX families and fans plenty to experience throughout the weekend. Visitors can explore Lexington’s charming small-town atmosphere, scenic lakeside recreation, rich Southern heritage and a growing dining and entertainment scene. The full Palmetto Nationals schedule can be viewed here. For more information about attractions, dining and events in Lexington, view Experience Columbia SC at https://www.experiencecolumbiasc.com/. 

WHAT

USA BMX Palmetto Nationals

WHEN

Friday - Sunday, June 12-14, 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

Lexington BMX 

1159 Nazareth Rd

Lexington, SC 29073

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 2024 SE Gold Cup Finals held in Lexington 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 Palmetto Nationals

Series: 2026 USA BMX National Series (Stop #16)

Sport: BMX racing, cycling, action sports

Primary Location: Lexington BMX, Lexington, SC, USA 

Venue Address: 1159 Nazareth Rd, Lexington, SC 29073 USA

Event Dates: June 12-14, 2026

Contact (Media): Alayna Dalgleish | 360-703-8602 | [email protected]