GRIND Mountain Bike Festival
- Date Sat 16th August 2025
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Biwabik, Minnesota
- Price $28.00 - $64.60
- Races 3 races
- Distances Ultra, 5 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable weekend at the GRIND Mountain Bike Festival, taking place on Saturday, August 16, 2025, in the beautiful Biwabik, St. Louis. This exciting event promises not only thrilling mountain bike races but also a vibrant festival atmosphere for the whole family. Riders can test their endurance on one of Minnesota's most scenic and challenging race courses, featuring four race distances: the Long GRIND at 35 miles, the Short GRIND at 19 miles, the Junior GRIND at 5 miles, and a special Miners Kids Race.
The festivities kick off on Friday evening with live music performances, setting the stage for an action-packed Saturday. The race day starts early, with the Long and Short GRIND races launching at 9:00 AM and 9:10 AM respectively, followed by the Junior and Miners races. After the races, the fun continues with gravity mountain bike trails, live music, and a bustling Vendor Village, ensuring there's something for everyone to enjoy. Don’t miss out on this spectacular celebration of biking and community—register now to be part of the adventure at the GRIND Mountain Bike Festival!
The festivities kick off on Friday evening with live music performances, setting the stage for an action-packed Saturday. The race day starts early, with the Long and Short GRIND races launching at 9:00 AM and 9:10 AM respectively, followed by the Junior and Miners races. After the races, the fun continues with gravity mountain bike trails, live music, and a bustling Vendor Village, ensuring there's something for everyone to enjoy. Don’t miss out on this spectacular celebration of biking and community—register now to be part of the adventure at the GRIND Mountain Bike Festival!
Organiser's Description
The GRIND Mountain Bike Festival is a weekend adventure for the whole family! Beyond the action on the race course, theres a plethora of activities that will keep everyone entertained. The Festival begins Friday night with live music from two great bands on the Giants Ridge courtyard.
Then on Saturday, it's race day! Beginning with the Long & Short GRIND, followed by the Junior GRIND and the Miner & Mini-Miners GRIND. After the races, the party doesn't stop there, explore gravity mountain bike trails, or stay for the Live Music and Vendor Village. With an abundance of activities, the GRIND Bike Race offers an action-packed weekend that guarantees endless fun and memories for the entire family.
This years event will feature the Long GRIND (35 miles), Short GRIND (19 miles), Junior GRIND (5 miles) & Miners Kids Race! Register now for the ultimate test of strength & endurance on one of Minnesotas most scenic and challenging race courses nestled in the heart of Minnesotas Iron Range. Expect extremely tough climbs, fast descents, varied terrain with rocks, roots, creeks and plenty of passing opportunities.
FRIDAY
* 5:00-7:30 pm Packet Pick up main chalet 2nd floor next to Burnt Onion
* 5:30-7:30 pm "Swamp Donkey" performing on the Main Stage
* 8:00-10:00 pm "Some Sh!tty Cover Band" performing on the Main Stage
SATURDAY AUGUST 16TH, 2025
* 7:00-8:30 am Packet Pickup main chalet 2nd floor next to Burnt Onion
* 9:00 am Long GRIND START
* 9:10 am SHORT GRIND START
* 11:00-1:00 pm "Band TBD" performing on the Main Stage
* 12:30-1:15 pm Miners (kids) Race and Jr. GRIND Registration/check in - 1st floor Chalet
* 12:00 pm Junior GRIND Start
* 12:05 pm Miners Start
* 12:07 pm Mini Miners start
* 1:00 pm Awards Ceremony Chalet Patio
* 2:00 pm "The White Keys" performing on the Main Stage
* 2:00 6:00 pm Downhill bike park open
Then on Saturday, it's race day! Beginning with the Long & Short GRIND, followed by the Junior GRIND and the Miner & Mini-Miners GRIND. After the races, the party doesn't stop there, explore gravity mountain bike trails, or stay for the Live Music and Vendor Village. With an abundance of activities, the GRIND Bike Race offers an action-packed weekend that guarantees endless fun and memories for the entire family.
This years event will feature the Long GRIND (35 miles), Short GRIND (19 miles), Junior GRIND (5 miles) & Miners Kids Race! Register now for the ultimate test of strength & endurance on one of Minnesotas most scenic and challenging race courses nestled in the heart of Minnesotas Iron Range. Expect extremely tough climbs, fast descents, varied terrain with rocks, roots, creeks and plenty of passing opportunities.
FRIDAY
* 5:00-7:30 pm Packet Pick up main chalet 2nd floor next to Burnt Onion
* 5:30-7:30 pm "Swamp Donkey" performing on the Main Stage
* 8:00-10:00 pm "Some Sh!tty Cover Band" performing on the Main Stage
SATURDAY AUGUST 16TH, 2025
* 7:00-8:30 am Packet Pickup main chalet 2nd floor next to Burnt Onion
* 9:00 am Long GRIND START
* 9:10 am SHORT GRIND START
* 11:00-1:00 pm "Band TBD" performing on the Main Stage
* 12:30-1:15 pm Miners (kids) Race and Jr. GRIND Registration/check in - 1st floor Chalet
* 12:00 pm Junior GRIND Start
* 12:05 pm Miners Start
* 12:07 pm Mini Miners start
* 1:00 pm Awards Ceremony Chalet Patio
* 2:00 pm "The White Keys" performing on the Main Stage
* 2:00 6:00 pm Downhill bike park open
Races
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Long GRIND 35 Miles
Incl. $4.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 16th August 2025 (9:00AM CDT)
$64.60
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Short GRIND 19 Miles
Incl. $4.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 16th August 2025 (9:10AM CDT)
$64.60
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Jr. GRIND
Incl. $3.00 Fee
Sat 16th August 2025 (1:00PM CDT)
$28.00
New this year for ages 12-18, a 5 mile Jr. GRIND option!
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