Bourbon Burn
- Date Thu 24th September 2026 - Sun 27th September 2026
- Time 2:00PM EDT
- Location Lexington, Kentucky
- Price Free - $556.45
- Races 4 races
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at the Bourbon Burn, taking place from September 24th to September 27th, 2026, in the picturesque Lexington, Fayette, Kentucky! This unique event combines the thrill of cycling with the rich culture of bourbon, offering a fully-supported bike tour through the stunning bluegrass hills and charming communities of central Kentucky.
Riders will have the opportunity to explore a variety of daily distances, ranging from 20 to over 100 miles, as they visit renowned bourbon distilleries and breathtaking thoroughbred horse farms. Each day, cyclists can choose their preferred challenge, all while returning to the Bourbon Base Camp at the Kentucky Horse Park Campground for an evening of local bourbon tastings and live entertainment. With options for both 3-day and 2-day registrations, the Bourbon Burn promises to be a fantastic experience for cycling enthusiasts and bourbon lovers alike. Join us for this incredible celebration of adventure, camaraderie, and Kentucky’s finest!
Riders will have the opportunity to explore a variety of daily distances, ranging from 20 to over 100 miles, as they visit renowned bourbon distilleries and breathtaking thoroughbred horse farms. Each day, cyclists can choose their preferred challenge, all while returning to the Bourbon Base Camp at the Kentucky Horse Park Campground for an evening of local bourbon tastings and live entertainment. With options for both 3-day and 2-day registrations, the Bourbon Burn promises to be a fantastic experience for cycling enthusiasts and bourbon lovers alike. Join us for this incredible celebration of adventure, camaraderie, and Kentucky’s finest!
Organiser's Description
EVENT DATE: SEPTEMBER 25TH - 27TH, 2026
LOCATION: KENTUCKY HORSE PARK CAMPGROUND, LEXINGTON, KY
The Bourbon Burn part bike tour, part bourbon festival is a THREE-DAY, FULLY-SUPPORTED BICYCLE TOUR OF THE BOURBON DISTILLERIES and Thoroughbred horse farms of central Kentucky. Explore quiet country roads and quaint communities en route to distilleries nestled amongst the rolling bluegrass hills. DAILY DISTANCE OPTIONS RANGE FROM 20 - 100+ MILES and stop at numerous distilleries big and small throughout the event.
Back at Bourbon Base Camp - located at the Kentucky Horse Park Campground in Lexington, KY - sip local bourbon from the same distilleries you biked to that day (plus others!) and enjoy live entertainment as you mix and mingle with friends, old and new. Registration is open to riders 21+ (by event date).
The Burn offers loops departing from the Bourbon Base Camp each morning. Decide each day just how much Burn you want to earn, with short, medium, or long options ranging from 20 - 100+ miles. THE BEST PART OF A LOOP RIDE? YOU WON'T HAVE TO PACK UP YOUR TENT OR CHECK OUT OF YOUR HOTEL ROOM ALL WEEKEND!
In addition to a 3-day registration, we also offer a 2-day registration option for those who are not able to attend the full experience.
LOCATION: KENTUCKY HORSE PARK CAMPGROUND, LEXINGTON, KY
The Bourbon Burn part bike tour, part bourbon festival is a THREE-DAY, FULLY-SUPPORTED BICYCLE TOUR OF THE BOURBON DISTILLERIES and Thoroughbred horse farms of central Kentucky. Explore quiet country roads and quaint communities en route to distilleries nestled amongst the rolling bluegrass hills. DAILY DISTANCE OPTIONS RANGE FROM 20 - 100+ MILES and stop at numerous distilleries big and small throughout the event.
Back at Bourbon Base Camp - located at the Kentucky Horse Park Campground in Lexington, KY - sip local bourbon from the same distilleries you biked to that day (plus others!) and enjoy live entertainment as you mix and mingle with friends, old and new. Registration is open to riders 21+ (by event date).
The Burn offers loops departing from the Bourbon Base Camp each morning. Decide each day just how much Burn you want to earn, with short, medium, or long options ranging from 20 - 100+ miles. THE BEST PART OF A LOOP RIDE? YOU WON'T HAVE TO PACK UP YOUR TENT OR CHECK OUT OF YOUR HOTEL ROOM ALL WEEKEND!
In addition to a 3-day registration, we also offer a 2-day registration option for those who are not able to attend the full experience.
Races
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All 3 Days (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
Incl. $27.45 Fee & Bourbon Burn T-Shirt
Fri 25th September 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
$556.45
OPENS 08 JAN 26Priority Registration for ALL previous Burn participants opens on Thursday, January 8th, 2026 at 9AM EST. General Registration opens on Friday, January 9th, 2026 at 9AM EST. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25th - SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27th, 2026 Don't miss a mile of the fun! Bike to various distilleries and cover up to 250 miles in three days. Or, scale it back a bit and take shorter, more leisurely daily distance options. Savor your time by visiting the distilleries and small towns or by relaxing back in Bourbon Base Camp. Daily distance options range from approximately 20 - 100+ miles. -
2 Days (Fri & Sat Only)
Incl. $24.95 Fee & Bourbon Burn T-Shirt
Fri 25th September 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
$503.95
OPENS 08 JAN 26Priority Registration for ALL previous Burn participants opens on Thursday, January 8th, 2026 at 9AM EST. General Registration opens on Friday, January 9th, 2026 at 9AM EST. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25th - SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26th, 2026 Can't make it to all three days? No problem! With this two-day option, you can still ride on Friday and Saturday. Plus, you'll have access to Bourbon Base Camp on Friday & Saturday nights! -
Bourbon Burn Vendor Registration
Incl. $10.00 Fee
Thu 24th September 2026 (5:00PM EDT)
$160.00
OPENS 12 MAY 26 -
Earn the Burn
Incl. T-Shirt
Thu 24th September 2026 (2:00PM EDT)
Free
OPENS 30 JUL 26This is the option for those participating in the Earn The Burn program.
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Kentucky Horse Park Campground, 4089 Iron Works Parkway, Lexington, 40511, KY, United States
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