Mt. Washington, Vancouver Island — hand-drawn maple leaf, shaka hand and sunburst artwork
August 20–23, 2026
Downhill racer on Monster Mile

Monster Mile Takes Center Stage.

A full weekend of downhill racing, big sends and the Stevie Smith Memorial Canada & BC Cup.

Weekend Overview

Thursday at VI Bike Fest
Thursday

Roll In.

Public laps, Helter Skelter Thursday Night $10 Racing, and patio après.

Friday at VI Bike Fest
Friday

Ride It.

Final Monster Mile laps, athlete check-in, track walk and Long Live Chainsaw Film.

Saturday at VI Bike Fest
Saturday

Dial It.

Practice, seeding and the Forbidden Bike Co. Whip Off.

Sunday at VI Bike Fest
Sunday

Race It.

Stevie Smith Memorial racing, podiums and patio celebration.

Full Schedule

Every session, from Thursday's public laps to Sunday's podiums.

VI Bike Fest 2026 full weekend schedule

Forbidden Bike Co. Whip Off

A fan-favourite, hosted and presented by Forbidden Bike Co. Come out, grab a drink and watch riders bring the style at the Whip Off. Rider registration details will be shared closer to the event.

Saturday, August 22 · 6–8 PM
Long Live Chainsaw! — hand-lettered

Riding for Stevie.

The Stevie Smith Memorial celebrates Stevie's legacy and the downhill community he helped shape. Look for the Tianna Smith Foundation raffle throughout the weekend, with proceeds supporting the Stevie Smith Legacy Foundation.

Learn About the Foundation →
Trail crew, hand-drawn illustration

Not Racing?

Watch from Monster Mile, catch the Whip Off, ride the Bike Park, explore the base area and stick around for podiums and patio après.

Spectators watching from Monster Mile Drone shot of the Whip Off

Partners, Volunteers & Media

Have a brand with a feel-good connection to mountain sports and downhill racing? We're looking for partners to help activate event experiences, athlete prize packs and the raffle. Contact [email protected] to learn about partnership and sponsorship opportunities.

Join the VI Bike Fest crew and get a free bike park lift ticket (to use another time), free lunch, a crew t-shirt, an après beverage and a day full of good vibes. Contact [email protected] to learn about joining the crew.

Everyone's welcome — enthusiasts, casual riders and the curious alike. Beyond the racing, Zipline Tours and sightseeing run all weekend alongside the event.

Capturing the event as a photographer, videographer or storyteller? We'd love to collaborate and help share the story to support the Stevie Smith Foundation. Contact [email protected] to learn more.

Forbidden Bike Co. Comox Valley Toyota

See You on the Mile.