World Ducati Week – 2026
100 Years of Ducati – The Century Celebration at Misano
From July 3 to 5, 2026, the Misano World Circuit “Marco Simoncelli” on Italy’s Adriatic coast transforms into the epicenter of the Ducati universe. World Ducati Week 2026 is far more than a gathering: it marks the hundredth birthday of the motorcycle manufacturer from Borgo Panigale. On July 4, 1926, a company was founded in Bologna that has come to embody Italian motorcycle passion, racing DNA, and uncompromising engineering like no other. A full century later, the global Ducati community celebrates this milestone together on the racetrack – with tens of thousands of like-minded enthusiasts from around the world.
Program and Highlights
The three-day festival brings together technology, motorsport, and community in a unique way. Visitors can look forward to new product presentations, conversations with Ducati engineers and designers, and encounters with racing legends past and present. On track, participants can ride their own motorcycles, test ride current Ducati models, or book Riding Experience sessions.
A particular highlight is the legendary Race of Champions, which takes on a new format for 2026: free practice and qualifying on Saturday, warm-up and race on Sunday – featuring factory riders from MotoGP and World Superbike on the grid. The traditional Ducati Parade, in which an endless snake of red motorcycles weaves around the circuit, remains one of the most emotional moments of the weekend.
Beyond the track, live shows, exhibitions chronicling a hundred years of company history, and community areas provide entertainment throughout. WDW ticket holders also receive discounted admission to the Ducati factory and the Ducati Museum in Borgo Panigale.
Misano – Racetrack and Holiday Destination
The Misano World Circuit is located just a few kilometers from the Adriatic coast in the province of Rimini. The 4.226 km circuit is a fixture on both the MotoGP and World Superbike calendars, and its mix of fast sweepers and technical sections provides the perfect setting for the event. The adjacent Riviera di Rimini, with its beach resorts, restaurants, and nightlife, turns a WDW visit into a short vacation on the Italian coast.
Admission and Tickets
Tickets are available through the official Ducati ticket shop. Two ticket types are offered: the Biker Pass (participants with their own motorcycle) and the Visitor Pass (visitors without a motorcycle), each available as single-day or three-day tickets.
- Day ticket: from €80 (Biker) / from €70 (Visitor)
- 3-Day ticket: from €125 (Biker) / from €95 (Visitor)
- Children and teenagers under 18: symbolic admission of €1 when accompanied by an adult
Reduced rates are available for D.O.C. members and Ducati Desmo Owners Club participants.
Opening Hours and Getting There
The event spans three full days from Friday to Sunday. The Misano World Circuit is accessible via the A14 motorway (exit Rimini Sud/Riccione). The nearest train station is in Riccione, and the closest airport is Federico Fellini Airport in Rimini (RMI). During WDW, shuttle buses typically operate from surrounding coastal towns to the circuit.
