This is Fat-bike.com’s comprehensive listing of fat-bike related Festivals, Events, Get-Togethers and Races. Find everything you need for your fat-biking adventures!
Global Fat-Bike Day 2026
Saturday, December 5, 2026 | Worldwide
The annual informal fat-bike ride day returns. No registration required. Ride local snow, sand, or dirt. Check the Global Fat-Bike Day Facebook group for regional meetups. And stay tuned here as we get more info!
https://www.facebook.com/groups/globalfatbikeday/
Intergalactic Fat Bike Day at Cuyuna Lakes
December 5, 2026 | Crosby, Minnesota
The Crew in Crosby, Minnesota put up the event page for a free, registration-required Global Fat Bike Day group ride on Saturday, December 5. Riders roll out from Red River... Red Raven Bikes at 10 AM for a social loop of the Yawkey Unit, with fat bike rentals available and hot drinks back at the shop after.
https://www.cuyunalakesmtb.com/event-calendar/global-fat-bike-day-26
CAMBA Global Fat Bike Day Celebration
December 5, 2026 | Cable, Wisconsin
A regional ride tied to Global Fat Bike Day on the CAMBA Birkie trails. The group ride format is casual and open to all abilities, with trail access from the Seeley trailhead. A good excuse to get the winter kit dialed in early.
https://www.cambatrails.org/events/camba-global-fat-bike-day-celebration
Tuscobia Winter Ultra 2027
January 1, 2027 | Park Falls, WI
The 2027 edition opens New Year's Day with 80-mile, 160-mile, and 320-mile options. Registration is open.
https://tuscobiawinterultra.com/
Fat Pursuit 2027
January 8-10, 2027 | Island Park, Idaho
30K, 60K, and 200K distances through the Idaho backcountry. Registration is open via athlete360.
https://www.fatpursuit.com/
Fatty Shack Fat Bike Race (Snow Crown Series, Race 1)
January 9, 2027 | De Pere, WIisconsin
Race one of the Snow Crown series, held on the Hilly Haven trails near Green Bay.
https://www.trisignup.com/Race/Events/WI/Suamico/SnowCrown
Norpine Fat Bike Classic 2027
January 8-10, 2027 | Lutsen, Minnesota
Races on the legendary Norpine trails near Lake Superior.
Registration is open: https://www.instagram.com/p/DUTL1gblVix/
Cascade Lodge: https://www.cascadelodgemn.com/
St. Croix 40 Winter Ultra
January 9-10, 2027 | Hinckley, Minnesota
A 40-mile winter endurance event through St. Croix State Park, open to fat-bikers, skiers and runners. Participants carry mandatory survival equipment and demonstrate their ability to use it at checkpoints along the course.
Official website: https://stcroixwinterultra.com/
Seeley Big Fat Race and Big Fat Raffle
January 16, 2027 | Seeley, Wisconsin
The CAMBA-hosted winter race returns to the Birkie trails just north of Hayward. Expect groomed Birkie trail conditions, post-race food, and the big fat raffle. Registration details are posted on the CAMBA site.
https://www.cambatrails.org/events/seeley-big-fat-race-and-big-fat-raffle
Fat Camp Fat Bike Race (Snow Crown Series, Race 2)
January 23, 2027 | Suamico/Green Bay,Wisconsin
The series' night race, run under lights on the Reforestation Camp trails. Evening start means proper cold and lights-required conditions.
https://www.trisignup.com/Race/Events/WI/Suamico/SnowCrown
Arrowhead 135
January 25-27, 2027 | International Falls, Minnesota
Registration opened September 1 and the qualifier requirement stands (100 miles on foot/off-road, 200 on road, or comparable training). New rule for 2027: the Melgeorge's drop bag gets inspected as part of gear check, so no sneaking in a propane heater.
https://arrowheadultra.com/2027-race-registration/
Mountain Man Winter Triathlon
January 2027 | Anchorage, Alaska
The winter triathlon scene continues to grow, and this Anchorage event includes a fat-bike leg alongside ski and run segments. Exact date TBA; check the official site for registration opening.
https://www.mountainmanwintertri.com/
Winter Fat Bike Festival
January 2027 | Norway
An international winter fat-bike gathering with guided rides, gear demos, and trail access in a Scandinavian snow setting. Exact dates and registration are typically finalized in the fall.
https://www.winterfatbikefestival.com/
Fat Viking 2027
January 30, 2027 | Geilo, Norway
A winter ultra-endurance event in Norway with 50km, 100km, and 150km options. Registration is open.
https://www.fat-viking.com/en
US Fat Bike Open (Snow Crown Series, Race 3)
February 6, 2027 | Brillion, Wisconsin
The series finale in Brillion and the anchor event of the Wisconsin Triple.
https://www.trisignup.com/Race/Events/WI/Suamico/SnowCrown
Richard Tom Foundation Winter Fat Bike Rally
February 7, 2027 | Williston, Vermont
This free annual gathering at Catamount Outdoor Family Center features group rides, groomed winter trails, complimentary hot cocoa and chili, and loaner fat-bikes available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Group rides start at 10:30 AM and 12:30 PM, with open riding from 10 AM to 2 PM. No registration required.
Official website: https://richardtomfoundation.org/winter-fat-bike-rally/
Actif Epica 2027
February 12-14, 2027 | St. Pierre-Jolys, Manitoba, Canada
The Manitoba winter-ultra event returns with approximately 50km, 115km and 230km cycling options. Participants face long-distance winter conditions on rural Manitoba routes.
Registration was scheduled to open October 12, 2026, with a February 1, 2027 closing date.
Official website: https://actifepi.ca/portfolio/registration/
Frisco Freeze Winter Fat Bike Race
February 20, 2027 | Frisco, Colorado
Day-of registration opens at noon in Slopeside Hall. The race runs at the Frisco Nordic Center with multiple categories and a low-key atmosphere. Good option for a late-winter destination race in Summit County.
https://www.townoffrisco.com/event/nordic-center-events/frisco-freeze-winter-bike-race/
Polar Roll Ultra 2027
February 2027 | Marquette, Michigan
The Polar Roll Ultra happens February, 2027, on groomed Marquette singletrack. The 906 Adventure Team's site still shows 2026 information, so treat this as provisional until the organizer posts 2027 details. Registration last season opened on November 9, so the real announcement should land soon!
https://906adventureteam.com
Fat Bike Worlds
February 26-28, 2027 | Kimberley, BC, Canada
The Fat-bike World Championships head to Canada for the first time in Kimberley, British Columbia. The weekend will combine championship racing on Kimberley’s extensive groomed winter trail network with costumes, parties, après festivities, and plenty of winter fat-biking fun. Race formats, registration details, and the full event schedule will be announced as the event approaches.
https://skikimberley.com/blog/🍁-the-fat-bike-world-championships-are-coming-to-kimberley-bc-canada-in-2027-🍁/
Fat Bike Birkie 2027
Saturday, March 13, 2027 | Cable, WI
The Big Fat 47K, Half Fat 21K, and Fun Fat 10K on the American Birkebeiner Trail. Presented by Billy Flamingo's Brand. Registration is open.
https://www.birkie.com/bike/events/fat-bike-birkie/
If you are organizing a fat-bike race, winter ride, festival or other event this season, send it my way. I want Fat-bike.com to once again be a useful place to find out where people are riding and racing this winter.
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