March 20 All day
Cape Town is set for a high-adrenaline takeover as the BMX Triple Challenge CPT rolls in on Friday, 20 March, hosted by Ultimate X as a special edition event leading into the legendary Darkfest 2026 weekend.
Bringing together the best global action sports athletes, this electrifying BMX showdown sets the tone for a full weekend of dirt-flying madness under the African sun. Powered by Monster Energy and supported by Old School Productions, the event places Cape Town firmly at the centre of the international BMX spotlight.
The hype builds following an unforgettable BMX Triple Challenge Cape Town 2025 season, where the podium was stacked with world-class talent. Kevin Peraza claimed 1st place, followed by Maxime Chalifour in 2nd and Kieran Reilly in 3rd. The Best Trick honours went to Josh Dove, sealing a showcase of progression and next-level creativity.
Now, with the BMX Triple Challenge CPT acting as the official curtain-raiser to Darkfest 2026, fans can expect massive airtime, technical mastery, and the raw energy that defines modern freestyle BMX. From gravity-defying tricks to crowd-roaring moments, this special edition promises to elevate the dirt scene in South Africa like never before.
With Cape Town, South Africa ready to host the world’s best, the stage is set for a weekend where BMX progression meets global spectacle.
Photo’s By Eric Palmer / Monster Energy
