Venue
Big Cedar Wilderness Trails
Events
Men's Elite, Men's Intermediate, Men's Beginner, Singlespeed, E-bike, Women's Elite
On August 13, 2026, DFW Summer Series Race 8 takes place at Big Cedar Wilderness Trails in Dallas, Texas, offering mountain bike racing across multiple distances. The event features a 1-mile option alongside longer courses of 2.7 miles, 5.4 miles, and 10.8 miles, accommodating both shorter outings and endurance efforts. The race starts at 6:00 PM, making it an evening event during peak summer heat. Entry fees range from free to $40, depending on the distance selected. If you're traveling to Dallas for this race, you'll want accommodations near Big Cedar Wilderness Trails with easy evening access and sufficient recovery amenities for summer riding conditions.
From the Race Organizer
The HOTTEST Racing in Town! The DFW Summer Series presented by Sun & Ski Sports! The DFW Summer Series is an annual favorite for all mountain bikers in North Texas. For the 2026 season we are headed to Big Cedar Wilderness trail in Dallas Texas. Races are held on Thursday nights ALL summer long. Race schedule as follows: Thursday June 4, 2026 Thursday June 11, 2026 Thursday June 18, 2026 Thursday June 25, 2026 Thursday July 9, 2026 (raindate only) Thursday July 16, 2026 (raindate only) Thursday July 23, 2026 Thursday July 30, 2026 Thursday August 6, 2026 Thursday August 13, 2026 Thursday August 20, 2026 (raindate only) Thursday August 27, 2026 (raindate only) The DFW Summer Series is presented by Sun & Ski Sports. Visit one of the 5 locations across Dallas Fort Worth. Whether cycling, hiking, skiing, or any outdoor sport Sun & Ski Sports can get you geared out for adventure. Thank you Sun & Ski Sports for supporting local, accessible and family friendly racing in DFW! Format Races will be mass start on a short track course of 3.1 miles in length. Most categories will do multiple laps of the course. Big Cedar is known for it's technical singletrack and punchy climbs, but we have found a great short track course that is flat, fast and will be a ton of fun. This course will test riders with tight corridors, winding turns and plenty of rocks and roots. Watch out! There is a technical creek and bridge crossing towards the end of each lap. All AGES are calculated based on the participant age at the end of the year (12/31/2026). This is done so that all participants will race within the same category or age bracket for the full series. Start Times Juniors - 6:00pm Women - 6:30pm Men, Singlespeed and Ebike - 7:15pm Registration Fees Registration fee schedule is as follows: Adults $30 - Preregistration period Adult 14 years + $40 - Late Registration period Adult 14 years + Juniors $20 - Preregistration period Junior under 13 $30 - Late Registration period Junior under 13 Course Map The 2026 DFW Summer Series presented by Sun & Ski Sports will race on an event only short track course starting and ending from near the Patriot Pavilion at Big Cedar. PLEASE be respectful of the Mountain Creek Church property. Address: Big Cedar Wilderness Trails 8991-8999 Isom Ln, Dallas, TX 75249
DFW Summer Series Race 8 2026 — Dallas, TX
Race day is approaching. Hotels fill up fast.
--Days
:
--Hours
:
--Mins
:
--Secs
Race weekend dates pre-loaded on Booking.com. RaceHotelFinder may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for August 13.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Dallas, TX.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
- Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
- Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
- Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
- Emergency medical up to $250,000
- Cancel For Any Reason add-on available
- 24/7 real-time support
Affiliate links — we may earn a commission at no cost to you.
Coverage terms vary by state and plan. Review policy details before purchase.
More Races
Browse all upcoming races in Texas →
More Mountain Bike events with hotel options →
Other upcoming races in Texas
DFW Burning Soles Trail Series Race 6 2026 — Flower Mound, TXFlower Mound, TXJul 29, 2026From $$30.00
Poverty Simulation-Grace Grapevine and Grapevine PD Outreach 2026 — Grapevine, TXGrapevine, TXJul 30, 2026From $$0.00DFW Summer Series Race 6 2026 — Dallas, TXDallas, TXJul 30, 2026From $$0.00
Blazin’ Saddle 75 Bicycle Rally 2026 — Granbury, TXGranbury, TXAug 1, 2026From $$40.00Frequently Asked Questions
When is DFW Summer Series Race 8 2026 — Dallas, TX?
DFW Summer Series Race 8 2026 — Dallas, TX takes place on August 13, 2026. The race is held in Dallas, Texas.
Where is DFW Summer Series Race 8 2026 — Dallas, TX held?
DFW Summer Series Race 8 2026 — Dallas, TX is held at Big Cedar Wilderness Trails in Dallas, Texas.
Where can I find hotels near DFW Summer Series Race 8 2026 — Dallas, TX?
RaceHotelFinder shows hotels sorted by distance from the race venue in Dallas. Use the map or list view on this page to compare options and book race weekend accommodation.
