Sporting events in Colombia have become a fundamental part of the country's cultural identity. From cycling and soccer to athletics, running, motorsports, and extreme sports, the annual calendar offers activities for all tastes. Thousands of fans and athletes travel each year to different regions to participate in or enjoy these competitions, which fill every city with pride and energy.
Below, we present a tour of the most important sporting events in Colombia during the year, so you don't miss any of them.
Main sporting events in Colombia in 2026
January – Tour Colombia Cycling Tour
One of the most anticipated events for cycling enthusiasts, the Tour Colombia brings together national and international cyclists in a competition that travels through several departments.
When: second week of January.
Where: routes in Cundinamarca, Boyacá and Antioquia.
Highlight: the participation of world-class teams.
February – Medellín Flower Marathon
Recognized as one of the most important races in Latin America, the Maratón de Las Flores brings together amateur and professional runners from all over the country.
When: mid-February.
Distances: 5K, 10K, 21K and 42K.
Where: Medellín.
Fact: In 2025, more than 18,000 athletes participated.
March – National Motocross
Speed enthusiasts have their date at the National Motocross Championship , which takes place on different tracks throughout the country.
When: all month, with regional stages.
Featured locations: Caldas, Valle del Cauca, Antioquia and Tolima.
Appeal: It brings together drivers from junior and professional categories.
April – San Andrés Triathlon
This event combines swimming, cycling and athletics in the paradisiacal archipelago of San Andrés.
When: first half of April.
Where: San Andrés Island.
Unique feature: the Caribbean landscapes make it unique in the world.
May – Women's Race Bogotá
One of the races with the highest female participation in Latin America.
When: second Sunday of May.
Where: Bogotá.
Objective: to promote physical activity and gender equality.
Race options: 5K and 10K.
June – National Skating Festival
Colombia is a world power in skating and this festival is a showcase of national talent.
When: first week of June.
Where: Ibagué and Bogotá alternate venues.
Organized by: Colombian Skating Federation.
July – Bogotá Half Marathon (MMB)
One of the most internationally recognized sporting events in Colombia.
When: last Sunday of July.
Distances: 10K and 21K.
Participants: More than 40,000 runners from all over the world.
Fact: It is part of the AIMS (Association of International Marathons) world calendar.
August – National Intercollegiate Games
Young sporting talents from across the country compete for medals in disciplines such as soccer, athletics, swimming, and basketball.
When: during August.
Where: rotating venues depending on the year.
Importance: It serves as a breeding ground for professional athletes.
September – Tour of Colombia
The most important cycling event in the country.
When: first half of September.
Where: tour through several departments.
Duration: 10 stages on average.
Historical fact: it has been held since 1951 and has revealed great figures of Colombian cycling.
October – Green Race
An event that unites sport and environmental awareness.
When: second week of October.
Where: Bogotá and Medellín.
Focus: Plant trees for every registered runner.
Distances: 3K, 10K and 21K.
November – Coffee Marathon
Ideal for lovers of running and the coffee landscape.
When: mid-November.
Where: Armenia and municipalities of Quindío.
Appealing: It combines sport, culture and nature.
December – Departmental Games
The sports year closes with regional competitions in multiple disciplines.
When: December.
Where: departments and municipalities throughout the country.
Focus: to promote integration and local talent.
Sports on the rise in Colombia
Besides the major events, there are disciplines that are gaining prominence:
Trail running and hiking , with routes in Antioquia, Santander and Nariño.
Surfing and kitesurfing , especially in the Caribbean and the Pacific.
Urban sports , such as skateboarding, BMX and parkour in big cities.
E-sports , with increasingly recognized national leagues.
These new trends strengthen sports tourism, a sector that boosts the local economy and promotes healthy habits.