- Date: July 3 to 5, 2026
- Venue: Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
- Occasion: 100 years of Ducati
In the summer of 2026, Ducati will be looking back on its own history. World Ducati Week will be the central event of the celebrations marking the 100th anniversary of the Borgo Panigale-based manufacturer. For three days, motorcyclists, fans, and enthusiasts from all over the world will gather on the Adriatic coast to celebrate the Ducati brand together.
100 years of Ducati as the central theme of WDW 2026
World Ducati Week 2026 is more than just a regular edition of the well-known event. It marks the conclusion of an anniversary year that spans the entire year 2026. July 4 plays a special role in this. This day marks the 100th anniversary of the founding of the company from Borgo Panigale.
The event will capture this moment and go beyond a classic brand gathering. The plan is to hold an international celebration centered around motorcycles, bringing together different generations of Ducati riders and fans. Misano will thus become the center of the global Ducati community for a weekend.
Extensive program on and off the racetrack
As in previous years, the Misano World Circuit will form the core of the event. There will be a mix of riding activities, presentations, and meetings with riders and technical and development managers. Among other things, test rides with current Ducati models, riding experience programs, and the opportunity to take your own motorcycle onto the track are planned.
A fixed part of World Ducati Week is the joint parade. Hundreds of motorcycles form a closed circle around the course, creating one of the most famous images of the event. The daytime program is complemented by evening events, shows, and entertainment around the paddock.
Ducati Corse and Race of Champions with a new format
Motorsport will remain a central part of World Ducati Week in 2026. Ducati Corse, the manufacturer’s racing division, which is active in series such as MotoGP, WorldSBK, and off-road, will be present.
One of the highlights of the weekend will once again be the Race of Champions. The format has been adjusted for 2026. Free practice and qualifying are scheduled for Saturday, while the actual race will take place on Sunday. This means that the event will span two days for the first time.
As the Race of Champions does not take place annually, the 2026 edition will be particularly significant. With Marc Márquez moving to the Ducati factory team at the end of 2024, the starting grid will also receive special sporting attention.
Ticket types, prices, and sales phases
Tickets for World Ducati Week 2026 are available in two types. The Biker Pass is for participants with their own motorcycle, while the Visitor Pass is for passengers or visitors without a motorcycle. Both ticket types are available for a single day or for all three days of the event.
Discounted prices are offered during an early sales phase. This so-called Early Advantage Phase runs until the end of March 2026. After that, regular ticket prices will apply. Ducati Official Club members receive additional discounts if their membership is active for the 2026 season.
Prices for the three-day ticket are €105 for the Biker Pass and €90 for the Visitor Pass. A one-day ticket costs €75 for riders and €65 for visitors without a motorcycle. Accompanied minors under the age of 18 pay a symbolic admission fee of €1.
Participants from countries outside Europe, as well as people with disabilities and their companions, receive free admission. In addition, all ticket holders are eligible for a discounted visit to the Ducati factory and the Ducati Museum in Borgo Panigale.
International orientation and open target group
World Ducati Week is not exclusively aimed at experienced motorcyclists. Even those who are interested but do not own a Ducati should be able to gain an insight into the brand, its history, and motorsport. The program is deliberately broad in scope and aims to bring together people of different backgrounds and age groups.
The event is therefore an international gathering that reflects the character of the Ducati brand beyond technology and racing and promotes exchange within the global community.
What does this mean for me as a motorcyclist?
For motorcyclists, World Ducati Week 2026 means above all the opportunity to be part of an extraordinary gathering that combines riding, motorsports, and brand history. The event offers the opportunity to ride your own motorcycle on a Grand Prix track, get to know new models during test rides, and experience racing up close. At the same time, the focus is on interacting with other riders from all over the world, complemented by technical discussions, off-track events, and a joint supporting program. Regardless of whether the focus is on sporty riding, the Ducati brand, or the community experience, WDW 2026 aims to bring together different facets of motorcycling and make them tangible.
