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The Tour Down Under is just around the corner, kicking off on Friday, January 16th. This year, there’s more than just the excitement of the race. There are entertainment hubs, DJs, expos, talks and much, much more. So if you’re looking for the info on all the stages and how to get in on the party vibes in between, this is your one-stop shop.

We’ll also have a guide on all the events and things to do if you’re a local or in town for the race, check it out here!

Ziptrak® Women’s Stage 1: Willunga to Willunga | Saturday, 17 January 2026

Start: 11:10 AM, High Street, Willunga

Finish: 3:02 PM, High Street, Willunga

Distance: 137.4km

Health Partners Women’s Stage 2: Magill to Paracombe | Sunday, 18 January 2026

Start: 11:10 AM, Magill Road, Magill

Finish: 2:49 PM, Paracombe Road, Paracombe

Distance: 130.7km

Hyundai Women’s Stage 3: Norwood to Campbelltown | Monday, 19 January 2026

Start: 11:10 AM, The Parade, Norwood

Finish: 3:04 PM, Maryvale Road, Athelstone

Distance: 126.5km

Men’s South Australia Prologue | Tuesday, 20 January 2026

Start: 6:00 PM, Wakefield Street, Adelaide

Finish: 8:30 PM, Victoria Park, Adelaide

Distance: 3.6km

Men’s Stage 1: Tanunda to Tanunda | Wednesday, 21 January 2026

Start: 11:10 AM, Murray Street, Tanunda

Finish: 2:03 PM, Murray Street, Tanunda

Distance: 120.6km

Women’s One-Day Race | Wednesday, 21 January 2026

Start: 3:30 PM, Murray Street, Tanunda

Finish: 6:08 PM, Murray Street, Tanunda

Distance: 94.2km

Health Partners Men’s Stage 2: Norwood to Uraidla | Thursday, 22 January 2026

Start: 11:10 AM, The Parade, Norwood

Finish: 3:02 PM, Greenhill Road, Uraidla

Distance: 148.1km

Ziptrak® Men’s Stage 3: Henley Beach to Nairne | Friday, 23 January 2026

Start: 11:10 AM, Seaview Road, Henley Beach

Finish: 2:52 PM, Old Princes Highway, Nairne

Distance: 140.8km

THINK! Road Safety Men’s Stage 4: Brighton to Willunga Hill | Saturday, 24 January 2026

Start: 11:10 AM, Esplanade, Brighton

Finish: 3:39 PM, Brookman Road, Willunga Hill

Distance: 176km

efex Men’s Stage 5: Stirling to Stirling | Sunday, 25 January 2026

Start: 11:10 AM, Mount Barker Road, Stirling

Finish: 3:26 PM, Mount Barker Road, Stirling

Distance: 169.8km

The FREE Santos Tour Down Under City of Adelaide Tour Village is back in a big way, with plenty of places to chill out, stalls to explore, activities for the kids, food & drinks to try – and even some brand-new features. Check out everything you need to know about the City of Adelaide Tour Village, which is right in the centre of the city in Victoria Square/Tarntanyangga.  

The TDU City of Adelaide Tour Village is open:

Friday 16 January | 5.00pm—9.30pm

Saturday 17 January | 11.00am—8.00pm

Sunday 18 January | 11.00am—8.00pm

Monday 19 January | 11.00am—8.00pm

Tuesday 20 January | 11.00am—9.00pm

Wednesday 21 January | 11.00am—8.00pm

Thursday 22 January | 11.00am—8.00pm

Friday 23 January | 11.00am—8.00pm

Saturday 24 January | 11.00am—8.00pm

Sunday 25 January | 11.00am—5.00pm

Australia’s Biggest Bike Expo

See the best of the best in cycling. Open:

Friday 16 January | 5.00pm—8.00pm

Saturday 17 January | 12.00pm—7.00pm

Sunday 18 January | 12.00pm—7.00pm

Monday 19 January | 12.00pm—7.00pm

Tuesday 20 January | 12.00pm—7.00pm

Wednesday 21 January | 12.00pm—7.00pm

Thursday 22 January | 12.00pm—7.00pm

Friday 23 January | 12.00pm—7.00pm

Saturday 24 January | 12.00pm—7.00pm

Sunday 25 January | 12.00pm—5.00pm

Team Zone

See the great mechanics up close. Open:

Saturday 17 January | 3.00pm—8.00pm

Sunday 18 January | 3.00pm—8.00pm

Monday 19 January | 3.00pm—8.00pm

Wednesday 21 January | 3.00pm—8.00pm

Thursday 22 January | 3.00pm—8.00pm

Friday 23 January | 3.00pm—8.00pm

Saturday 24 January | 3.00pm—8.00pm

Sunday 25 January | 3.00pm—8.00pm

City of Adelaide Tour Village: Team Presentation

On Friday, January 16th, you’ll have a chance to meet the men and women cyclists at the Team Presentation. The cyclists will be introduced to the crowd and have time for autographs afterwards in our signing zone. Expect music, sponsor giveaways and special on-stage appearances by Santos Tour Down Under favourites including legendary commentator Phil Liggett.  

City of Adelaide Tour Village: Hot Dub Time Machine

Hot Dub Time Machine are kicking off the fun on Friday night, January 16th at 8:15pm with a free concert. This will be a show of tunes from across the decades that is sure to get you up and dancing. This doesn’t require a ticket and is open to all ages!

City of Adelaide Tour Village: Talking Tour

Talking Tour is a series of daily panel chats, hosted by top Australian cycling commentator Matt Keenan and special guests from the City of Adelaide Tour Village at the Pepsi Live Stage.

Saturday 17 January
Talking Tour: 5pm – 6pm
Magdeleine Vallieres and Grace Brown

Saturday 18 January
Talking Tour: 5pm – 6pm
Coming soon

Monday 19 January
Talking Tour: 5pm – 6pm
Ben O’Connor

Tuesday 20 January
Talking Tour: 4pm – 4.30pm
Caleb Ewan

Thursday 22 January
Talking Tour: 6pm – 7pm
Simon Clarke

Friday 23 January
Talking Tour: 5pm – 6pm
Emily Petricola

Saturday 24 January
Talking Tour: 5pm – 6pm
Matt White

City of Adelaide Tour Village: Kids Zone

Discover fun, free activities in the Family Zone, with everything from an interactive mural to giant games, pump track, pass like a pro, build a bike, face painting and craft on offer. 

Sat 17 January, 2pm-4pm: Ali Durham storytelling sessions

Sun 18 January, 12pm-4pm: Temporary Oppy tattoo artist

Tue 20 January, 12pm-4pm: Face painter

Thu 22 January, 12pm-4pm: Temporary Oppy tattoo artist

Fri 23 January, 12pm-4pm: Face painter

Sat 24 January, 2pm-4pm: Ali Durham storytelling sessions

Health Partners Recovery Zone

The Health Partners Recovery Zone is a space to rest and recharge for the adventures to come. Specialist treatments will ease sore muscles, with the team from South Australia’s sportsmed on hand to offer physiotherapy and massage. 

Opening Hours

Saturday 17 January – Saturday 24 January 2026, 2pm-6pm daily

Services & Pricing

Massage – 20 mins – $29
Compressions Boots – 20 mins – $15
Combo – 40 mins – $40

These are the ultimate trackside spots to watch the race. The Live Sites will each feature large screens, allowing you to follow all the action as it happens and see the race go past your location in real time.

Live Site: Hutt Street — South Australia Prologue

Where: Hutt Street, Adelaide
When: Tuesday 20 January
Stage: Men’s Prologue

Live Site: Summertown — Health Partners Men’s Stage 2

Where: Tregarthan Reserve, Summertown
When: Thursday 22 January
Stage: Health Partners Men’s Stage 2

Live Site: Nairne — Ziptrak® Men’s Stage 3

Where: Nairne Oval, Nairne
When: Friday 23 January
Stage: Ziptrak® Men’s Stage 3

Live Site: Willunga — THINK! Road Safety Men’s Stage 4

Where: The Town Square, Willunga
When: Saturday 24 January
Stage: THINK! Road Safety Men’s Stage 4

Live Site: Mylor — efex Men’s Stage 5

Where: Mylor Oval, Mylor
When: Sunday 25 January
Stage: efex Men’s Stage 5

Finish Line Hubs feature a bar, food trucks, shade and seating so you can make the most of your time at the race.

Finish Line Hub: Hyundai Womens Stage 3

Where: Foxfield Oval, Athelstone
When: Monday 19 January
Stage: Hyundai Womens Stage 3

Finish Line Hub: South Australia Prologue

Where: Victoria Park/Pakapakanthi (Park 16)
When: Tuesday 20 January
Stage: Men’s Prologue

Finish Line Hub: Willunga Hill — THINK! Road Safety Men’s Stage 4

Where: Willunga Hill
When: Saturday 24 January
Stage: THINK! Road Safety Men’s Stage 4

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