PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. (CBS12) — Construction is underway on a major new park project in Port St. Lucie, and city leaders say one of its biggest attractions — an integrated BMX racetrack facility, pump track and bicycle safety learning facility — is expected to open in summer 2026.

The city says the BMX facility is planned as part of Tradition Regional Park, a 110-acre regional destination taking shape in the Tradition area, about a quarter-mile from the current Tradition Parkway terminus near the Fern Lake Roundabout.

City leaders say the BMX facility will include a race track, a pump track and a bicycle safety learning course designed to teach kids how to ride safely. The course will feature a small streetscape where riders can practice navigating crosswalks, stop signs and other traffic elements.

“It’s a BMX track, but it’s also something that anybody can use,” said city spokesperson Scott Samples. “Moms and kids and dads can come here and ride skateboards and scooters.”

According to the City of Port St. Lucie, the park is designed to be a large active space with baseball, softball, soccer and multi-purpose sports fields.

The BMX component has been a standout piece of the project since its early planning stages. The city says the effort began in spring 2022, when USA BMX started discussions with Port St. Lucie during a feasibility study for a park project that would include a state-of-the-art BMX track.

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On its park webpage, the city says construction is underway, with updates posted from February 2026, and notes the project also held a groundbreaking in July 2024.

City leaders have promoted the BMX track as a unique amenity for the growing Tradition area, with plans for it to serve both competitive riders and families. Unlike many BMX tracks built only for competitive racing, officials say this facility will also be open to people riding scooters, skateboards and other wheeled activities.

The larger park is also expected to help meet the recreational needs of current and future residents as development continues expanding in Port St. Lucie.

Families in the area say they’re already looking forward to it. “I just can’t wait until it’s done,” said Port St. Lucie mom Jessy Calabrese. “I know they’ll be in heaven.”

Samples says the track could also attract regional, national or even international BMX competitions, bringing visitors to Port St. Lucie who may stay in hotels, eat at restaurants and explore the area.

“This track could bring people from all across the country — and even from around the world,” said Samples. “Right around the corner here in Tradition.”

City leaders say the BMX facility and the first phase of the park are expected to open in summer 2026.

Tradition Regional Park is located at 13120 SW Tradition Parkway in Port St. Lucie.