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East Moline BMX Hosts 2026 World Series of Concrete & Gold Cup Events

East Moline BMX Hosts 2026 World Series of Concrete & Gold Cup Events

December 19, 2025

QUAD CITIES, IL/IA (December 19, 2025)   East Moline BMX Speedway will host a weekend of high-energy racing as it welcomes the World Series of Concrete and Gold Cup Qualifying Events from Thursday, January 1, through Sunday, January 4, 2026, at the QCCA Expo Center, 2621 4th Avenue, Rock Island, Illinois. The event is free and open to spectators.

More than 300 riders from across the Midwest, representing approximately six states, are expected to compete in this USA BMX-sanctioned event. Generations of racers will take part, from toddlers just starting out to senior competitors with decades of experience.

Event Schedule:

  • Thursday, January 1
    Double Pointer
    Registration: 6:00 p.m. to ­­­7:00 p.m.
    Racing begins: ASAP
  • Friday, January 2
    Double Pointer
    Registration: 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
    Racing begins: ASAP after registration closes
  • Saturday, January 3
    Registration: 9:30 a.m. -11:00 a.m.
    World Series of Concrete: First race of the day starting at 11:00 a.m.
    Illinois State Qualifying Race: To start directly after the first race.
    Racing begins: ASAP after registration closes.
  • Sunday, January 4
    Gold Cup Qualifier
    Registration: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
    Racing begins: ASAP after registration closes.

As the only place in the world to host cement flat-track BMX racing, the Quad Cities draws riders from across the region. BMX racing has been a local staple for 34 years, and the sport has also gained international attention, including its feature in the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris.

For more information, visit East Moline BMX Speedway on Facebook. 

Media Contact:
Paul DePauw
Direct: 309.791.1670

About East Moline BMX
East Moline BMX Speedway has operated for 32 years as a non-profit, volunteer-run organization. The indoor cement flat track at the QCCA Expo Center provides a unique racing experience that continues to attract regional and national competitors. During the winter season, races are held at the QCCA Expo Center before moving to the Iowa Building at the Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds in Davenport.