An All-Cycling Weekend for All Cycling Lovers!

Experience breathtaking landscapes and Erie County's abundant natural resources on safe and spectacular routes, while enjoying the type of community that can only be found at a cycling festival! Cyclists of all ages and abilities will participate in self-supported rides on routes that feature Erie’s vast terrain - along sandy beaches and through old growth forests, across our vibrant downtown and our expansive grape-growing region.

Schedule

July 27, 2023

6 p.m. - Lake Erie Cyclefest Downtown Slow Roll

The Erie Downtown Partnership, in collaboration with Bike Erie, will kick off Lake Erie Cyclefest with their annual Downtown Slow Roll on Thursday, July 27! The family-friendly bike ride will feature a 10-mile easy ride, beginning and ending in Perry Square.

Cost: Free

July 28, 2023

8 a.m - Grape Escape Ride

The Grape Escape Ride, hosted by Because You Care, starts and ends on the shores of Lake Erie at Shades Beach Park in Harborcreek. Choose from 25 or 50 picturesque miles winding through grape country. Both distances will feature new routes this year (coming soon!). Fresh lake breezes and the invigorating smell of grapes awaits you on this ride. Post-ride, toast your morning’s successful ride with samples of wine from Lake Erie Wine Country and great food.

Cost: $35 until June 30, then $45

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July 29, 2023

8 a.m. - Tour de West County

Tour de West County is one of the region's oldest recreational bike rides, offering an outstanding tradition of spectacular routes and after-ride fun. Routes will include ride distance options of 12, 25 and 50 miles on rolling hills, past farmlands and through meadows. The routes begin and end at the Asbury Woods Nature Center, and will feature a post-ride picnic for registered cyclists.

Cost: $35 until June 30, then $45

Registration deadline: July 24

2 p.m. - Six Mile Creek Classic

The Six Mile Creek Classic offers mountain bikers the opportunity to race on the Trails at Six Mile at Six Mile Creek Park in Harborcreek Township. Expect woods and hills in the six-mile loop! Riders will complete between two and three laps depending on their class: beginner, youth, sport, clydesdale, expert and single speed will be offered. Helmets are mandatory to participate regardless of age or ability level.

Cost: $40 until July 26, day-of registration will be available for $50
Registration deadline: July 26, day-of registration available for an increased registration fee

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July 30, 2023

6:15 a.m. - Presque Isle Sunrise Ride

Cyclists will have the opportunity to become one with the sun at Erie's most popular tourist destination, Presque Isle State Park, during the Presque Isle Sunrise Ride. New this year: participants are invited to enjoy a special sunrise tour of the Presque Isle Lighthouse and climb the tower between 6-8 a.m., included with your registration! The ride will be hosted at the end of Discover Presque Isle, a multi-day celebration that aims to draw attention to the Park’s numerous recreational opportunities and diverse natural ecosystems. The flat, 13-mile loop features water views on both sides, and is one of the most spectacular routes in the region. The ride will start at the Beach 1 Pavilion, and all registered cyclists will be given a ticket to the Discover PI Pancake Breakfast at the Rotary Pavilion.

Cost: $35

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9 a.m. - See Spot Ride, Ride for Animal Rescue
See Spot Ride, the fourth annual Because You Care Ride for Animal Rescue, will take place on the lovely back roads of McKean Township in southern Erie County. Only 6 miles from the Millcreek Mall, the picturesque countryside offers beautiful routes with varying terrain, including options for a 40-, 25- and 10-mile ride. The 40-mile ride will begin at 9 a.m., while the 25-mile ride will start at 9:30 a.m. and the 10-mile ride will depart at 9:45 a.m. Redesigned routes this year (coming soon!) will begin at McKean Elementary School and finish at the Because You Care Adoption Center with a casual "Pawty" including food trucks, beer and music. Spot and kitty friend, Liza, will be ready to greet you and introduce you to their adorable, adoptable friends!

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Date:
July 27-30, 2023

Location:
Perry Square Park, 571-601 State St
Erie, PA 16501

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