event programme
THURSDAY - 6 November
15:00–19:00
Event village opens
Rider Registration & Welcome Pack Collection (Event Village, Kalamata)
Memory Lane
19:30–22:00
welcome drinks
In a spectacular hilltop venue above Kalamata. Raise a glass with fellow riders as the sun sets over the Messenian Gulf. Shuttle transfers provided.
FRIDAY - 7 november
08:00–10:00
Sunrise Beach Yoga
In a spectacular hilltop venue above Kalamata. Raise a glass with fellow riders as the sun sets over the Messenian Gulf. Shuttle transfers provided.
14:00–16:00
Cultural Excursion
Explore the region or preview sections of the race route
09:30–13:00
Guided Rideouts
Cultural Excursion: Visit to Ancient Messini (optional add-on)
16:00–18:30
Rider Registration
Rider Registration & Welcome Pack Collection (Event Village, Kalamata)
17:00–18:00
Race Briefing
Race briefing from our race director followed by a Q&A from some of our elite riders joining us
From 18:00
Food and drink
Street food, Greek music, and local vendors at the Event Village
20:00
Traditional dinner
Optional rider dinner at a traditional taverna (book in advance)
Saturday - 8 november
07:00
Event Village Opens
Arrive early and grab race breakfast and a coffee ahead of the race start. After your race, enjoy the Event Village experience, including our The Clubhouse, expert bike maintenance, bike washing and an Expo featuring the latest technology & innovations. The Gralloch Event Village is the place to socialise and be part of this one-of-a-kind event.
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07:00
Registration & Info Desk Opens
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07:00 - 22:00
(Bar open late)
FOOD & DRINK ZONE
Experience the all new food & drink zone. We have an extensive menu to suit every preference, including beer, ale, cider, wine, local gin and pasta, artisan pizza, burgers, pasta, salads, puddings and more. Our food menu will of course provide a range of vegetarian & vegan dishes. You won’t go thirsty or hungry.
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From 09:15
RACE STARTS (UCI RACE)
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Racing gets underway for the UCI Gravel World Series. Racers will set off in their age group, with starts splits across multiple start waves (the last wave is expected to set off around 11:15am).
12:00
Kids Race
A true highlight of the event will see our kids race make a return.
GARRIES PARK
13:00
Elite Men Race Winners Expected
The first of our elite male riders will be expected to cross the finish line.
GARRIES PARK
15:20
Elite Women Race Winners Expected
The first of our elite female riders will be expected to cross the finish line.
GARRIES PARK
TBA
Shake Out Ride #3
Join us for a relaxed group ride through the GSA UNESCO Biosphere.
mAIN STAGE (GARRIES PARK)
TBA
Podium Presentations
Celebrate the riders who’ve secured a podium spot in their categories.
mAIN STAGE (GARRIES PARK)
14:00-20:00
Qualifier Medal Collection
If you’ve qualified for the UCI Gravel World Champs you’ll be able to collect the coveted qualifier medal.
INFO DESK (GARRIES PARK)
19:00-20:30
EVENING ENTERTAINMENT
Celebrate your achievements whilst enjoying our evening entertainment in the Event Village (stay tuned for more details).
MAIN STAGE (Garries park)
23:00
Event Village Closes
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Sunday - 18 MAY
07:00
Event Village Opens
Arrive early and grab race breakfast and a coffee ahead of the race start. After your race, enjoy the Event Village experience, including our The Clubhouse, expert bike maintenance, bike washing and an Expo featuring the latest technology & innovations. The Gralloch Event Village is the place to socialise and be part of this one-of-a-kind event.
Garries park
07:00-10:00
Registration & Info Desk
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07:00-19:00
FOOD & DRINK ZONE
Experience the all new food & drink zone. We have an extensive menu to suit every preference, including beer, ale, cider, wine, local gin and pasta, artisan pizza, burgers, pasta, salads, puddings and more. Our food menu will of course provide a range of vegetarian & vegan dishes. You won’t go thirsty or hungry.
Garries park
FROM 08:30
SPORTIVE STARTS
The Sportive gets underway with riders able to choose for a number of start slots (with the last start at 11am).
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FROM 12:00
POST-RIDE ACTIVITIES
Enjoy a host post-ride activities (incl. yoga sessions, music and further entertainment) to relax and unwind after your ride.
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19:00
Event Village Closes
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monday - 19 MAY
09:00
campsite closes
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