Expert Tree Service’s support helps make this event possible, from enabling the largest cash prizes in Berkeley Omnium history to strengthening our commitment to youth cycling development through local East Bay NICA programs. When local businesses invest in local athletes, our entire community grows stronger together.
Berkeley Streets Race
Sunday, April 19, 2026
Course
https://www.strava.com/routes/3190869617122366078
Join us this year for an exhilarating race experience, complete with live music and an announcer at the event.
CycleBar Berkeley will also be on-site with a fun, interactive spin wheel and giveaways for everyone to enjoy.
Kids Clinic—April 19, 2026 at 11:00 AM; Kids Race—April 19, 2026 11:45 AM. Register day-of at Hearst Avenue & McGee; please come early to give yourself plenty of time to check in and get ready!
Berkeley Omnium offering a $10,000 cash purse for the P/1/2 fields, split 50/50 between Men and Women.
Cash purse is provided by our generous sponsors Expert Tree Service and KaiVelo (1st - $1,900, 2nd - $1,300, 3rd - $900, 4th - $550, 5th - $350). All other prizes are merchandise from our sponsors.
Bikereg is “OPEN” Register Now!
We are proud to welcome Expert Tree Service as the Title Sponsor of the 2026 Berkeley Omnium. Expert Tree Service is a trusted, community-focused company based right here in the East Bay.
Registration Location: Hearst Avenue at McGee
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The Berkeley Streets Criterium has a new course!
Join us this year for an exhilarating race experience,
complete with live music and an announcer at the Berkeley Streets Criterium.
Kids Race + Kids Clinic
Kids Clinic - April 19, 2026 at 11:00 AM, Kids Race - April 19, 2026 11:45 AM.
Register day-of at Hearst Avenue & McGee—please come early to give yourself plenty of time to check in and get ready!
Bring the whole family out for the Kids Race and Kids Clinic hosted by Trek at the Berkeley Streets Race! Young riders will have the chance to learn new skills, build confidence, and experience the excitement of racing in a fun and supportive environment. The clinic is designed to introduce kids to cycling basics, while the race gives them a chance to shine on course. Every participant will receive a medal, with podium awards for top finishers—plus post-race ice cream to celebrate!
Berkeley Streets Criterium location and directions
REGISTRATION: Ohlone Park - Google and Apple Maps both direct you to the correct intersection, between Hearst Ave and McGee Ave. Registration will be on McGee Ave on the inside of the racecourse.
PARKING: Carpooling strongly advised. Nearby street parking is free on Sunday but extremely limited, do not count on it. Plan your parking before you arrive. Slightly further away, parking lots are available at North Berkeley BART, but do not count on these being free or available.
TENTS: If your team would like to have a tent / warm up area, get in touch. We have limited availability.
Berkeley Streets Criterium Course Rules
Water on site is limited, bring your own water.
Free lap applies, bring wheels. ANSI/Snell helmets are required for all riders.
Please obey all traffic laws, including stop signs, red lights, and yielding to pedestrians, while on city streets. This is vital to our partnership with the city, and failure to do so may jeopardize the future of the event.
Berkeley Streets Criterium Race Schedule
| Category | Start | Minutes | Prizes | Field |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (*) Open Novice + Collegiate Novice | 7:30 AM | 30 | Sponsor prizes | 75 |
| (*) Women’s 4/Novice + Women’s Collegiate 4/N | 8:05 AM | 30 | Sponsor prizes | 75 |
| (^) Juniors U10, 11-12, 13-14 | 8:40 AM | 30 | Sponsor prizes | 50 |
| (^) Juniors 15-16, 17-18 | 9:15 AM | 40 | Sponsor prizes | 50 |
| (^) Masters 35+/50+ 3/4 | 10:10 AM | 40 | Sponsor prizes | 100 |
| (*) Elite 4 + Collegiate 4 | 11:00 AM | 40 | Sponsor prizes | 100 |
| Kid’s Race (Skills Clinic at 11:00 AM) | 11:45 AM | 10 | Sponsor prizes | 50 |
| (^) Masters 50+ 1/2/3, 60+ 1/2/3/4 | 12:15 PM | 50 | Sponsor prizes | 100 |
| (^) Women’s 3, Collegiate B, Masters 40+/50+/60+ | 1:10 PM | 40 | Sponsor prizes | 75 |
| (*) Elite 3 + Collegiate 3 | 2:05 PM | 45 | Sponsor prizes | 100 |
| Masters 35+ 1/2/3 | 2:55 PM | 50 | Sponsor prizes | 100 |
| (*) Women’s Pro/1/2/3 + Collegiate Pro/1/2/3 | 4:00 PM | 60 | Sponsor prizes | 100 |
| (*) Pro/1/2 + Collegiate Pro/1/2 | 5:05 PM | 60 | Sponsor prizes | 100 |
Scoring:
* Collegiate and open results are scored separately in indicated races.
^ Open categories are scored separately in indicated races.
Day-of registration is available with a $15 surcharge (the second race at the race is $20).
NO CASH at day-of registration: only credit cards, PayPal, and Venmo are available.
What we’re looking for from sponsors:
• Title or Major Sponsor
• Supporting sponsors (branding, merchandise, vendor presence)
• In-kind partners (equipment, media, hospitality, prize support)
Why partner with us?
• High-visibility community event: The Berkeley Omnium is a staple in the Northern California cycling scene, mixing elite competition with grassroots engagement. 
• Brand exposure: Sponsors will be front and center to a diverse audience—cyclists, teams, locals, and visiting spectators.
• Supporting youth & local teams: The event raises funds for local high school mountain bike teams (NICA-affiliated) at Berkeley, Albany, El Cerrito & Oakland Composite. 
In Support of Local High School Mountain Bikers
The Berkeley Omnium is also a fundraiser for the local NICA teams at Berkeley High School, El Cerrito High School, Albany High School and and Oakland Composite. A portion of each entry fee goes DIRECTLY to the NICA teams and helps make cycling accessible for young student-athletes. Last year’s event raised $4,000 for the teams.
Sponsors
We’re starting the push now for the 2026 Berkeley Omnium to bring in new sponsors to grow the impact of bicycle races and continue supporting youth cycling in the Bay Area. If you or your company want to be part of something meaningful, helping develop the next generation of riders, let’s talk.
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