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USA BMX Lumberjack Nationals Land in Eugene for Weekend of Elite Competition

The competition comes to Emerald Valley BMX June 26-28 as BMX athletes battle for national points during Stop No. 18 of the 2026 USA BMX National Series.

TULSA, Okla. (June 22, 2026)—Eugene will welcome some of the best BMX racers in the country June 26-28 as the 2026 USA BMX National Series stops at Emerald Valley BMX for the Lumberjack Nationals. The event is expected to draw hundreds of riders and spectators for three days of competition, with athletes vying for crucial national championship points and rankings. Thrilling head-to-head racing and the family-friendly atmosphere that surrounds the sport will showcase why BMX continues to captivate competitors and fans alike.

The Lumberjack Nationals mark stop no.18 of the 2026 USA BMX National Series. The three-day BMX competition will be held at Emerald Valley BMX at 2715 Leo Harris Pkwy in Eugene. Races begin at 1 p.m. Friday, 9:30 a.m. Saturday and 8 a.m. Sunday. 

“At Emerald Valley BMX, we’ve made significant upgrades to deliver a true national-caliber experience for the 2026 Lumberjack Nationals,” said Francois Boulanger, track operator at Emerald Valley BMX. “That includes a new turf infield and expanded picnic areas for spectators, a dedicated strider course for our youngest riders, an improved track surface for faster, more consistent racing, and the addition of a ProStart electric gate. We’ve also focused on shaping a course that challenges riders of all abilities. It’s a full-facility effort we’re proud to showcase.”

The road to a USA BMX National Championship runs through race weekends like this one. As part of the USA BMX National Series, the Lumberjack Nationals will welcome riders from across the country who are chasing championship points and national rankings. With every gate drop, athletes will test their skill and determination, knowing that each lap and finish-line crossing could play a pivotal role in their pursuit of a national title.

“We are thrilled to once again welcome the USA BMX Lumberjack Nationals, marking the third time in four years our community has been honored to host this prestigious event,” said JB Carney, senior director of sports at Travel Lane County. “Emerald Valley BMX is an amazing partner that does tremendous work for the sport and our community. Alongside USA BMX, they help create an atmosphere that’s truly magical and memorable for riders and fans.”

Eugene provides visitors with easy access to the region’s natural beauty, outdoor recreation, local dining and cultural attractions. From walking and biking paths along the Willamette River to the city’s vibrant downtown, BMX families and fans can experience the best of western Oregon while enjoying a weekend of championship racing. The full Lumberjack Nationals schedule can be viewed here. For more information about attractions, dining and events in Eugene, view Travel Lane County at https://www.eugenecascadescoast.org/. 

WHAT

USA BMX Lumberjack Nationals

WHEN

Friday - Sunday, June 26-28, 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

Emerald Valley BMX 

2715 Leo Harris Pkwy

Eugene, OR 97402

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 Lumberjack Nationals held in Eugene 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 Lumberjack Nationals

Series: 2026 USA BMX National Series (Stop #18)

Sport: BMX racing, cycling, action sports

Primary Location: Emerald Valley BMX, Eugene, OR, USA 

Venue Address: 2715 Leo Harris Pkwy, Eugene, OR 97402 USA

Event Dates: June 26-28, 2026

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