31.03.2026 23:59: The early bird registration deadline ends. From this point, tickets will increase by 10%. A maximum of 1000 participants can register for the event. If you are a previous participant or a Hungarian citizen, you are eligible for the Super Early Bird discount. If you missed this in our mail shot, please email us directly.
26 .08.2026 - 16.00-19.00 Registration will be open for guests arriving early. In the evening, we invite you to a ‘Sundowner’ drink on the terrace of the Patzay Winery, offering your first taste of this beautiful wine region.”
27.08.2026 – 10.00-20.00: Registration open all day, pre-event ride out starting at 10.30 for a gentle leg loosener. Ride out could be subject to change, information will be shared in the days leading up to the start of the event. Supported by Kenda, route will be available on Strava. Discover the expo and our partners. Shimano will be on site for any last minute bike checks, also Kenda supporting with any tyre problems or tubeless set up issues.
28.08.2026 05:00 - 05:30: Last minutes registration pick ups, Meet and preparation for the start. Please be at the start line for 05.45. This will be called out by the race directors in Hungarian and English.
28.08.2026 06:00: Start 370km Challenge, Adventure distance and 100km Explore distance. ALL DISTANCES WILL NOW START AT THE SAME TIME
28.08.2026 12:00: Last finisher 100km Explore distance.
29.08.2026 23:59: Finish of the 2026 Balaton Gravel Derby Challenge distance. Time limit for the 370km (42 hours or less). The three fastest lap finishers in both the men's and women's categories will receive prizes kindly gifted by our event partners. The prize presentation will take place as soon as the third-fastest rider in each category has crossed the finish line.
30.08.2026 16:00:
Celebrate the finish of the 2026 Balaton Gravel Derby at our post-event party!
Join us from 16:00 onwards for great food, drinks, music, and the chance to share stories from the day. The celebrations will continue until the legs finally give up!
Throughout the afternoon and evening (possibly till Monday), we'll also be welcoming and celebrating our Adventure Route finishers as they cross the line after their incredible journey. Come along, cheer them home, and be part of an unforgettable finish-line atmosphere.