The AlKEMist Gravel Fest
- Date Sat 3rd October 2026
- Time 10:00AM CDT
- Location Mandan, North Dakota
- Races 4 races
- Distances Ultra
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at The AlKEMist Gravel Fest on Saturday, October 3rd, 2026, in the scenic Mandan, Morton County, North Dakota! This exciting event, which first kicked off in 2018, has grown to become one of the region's most anticipated gravel races. Cyclists of all levels will gather to tackle the rugged and rewarding gravel roads that showcase the stunning landscapes of Morton County.
Starting at Graner Park / Sugarloaf Bottoms, just south of Mandan, participants will ascend from the Missouri River Valley to the majestic bluffs. The race promises thrilling descents, challenging climbs, and breathtaking views beneath expansive prairie skies. After conquering the course, cyclists can celebrate their achievements with post-race awards, delicious hot food fresh off the grill, and a vibrant community atmosphere. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable adventure!
Starting at Graner Park / Sugarloaf Bottoms, just south of Mandan, participants will ascend from the Missouri River Valley to the majestic bluffs. The race promises thrilling descents, challenging climbs, and breathtaking views beneath expansive prairie skies. After conquering the course, cyclists can celebrate their achievements with post-race awards, delicious hot food fresh off the grill, and a vibrant community atmosphere. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable adventure!
Organiser's Description
THE ALKEMIST GRAVEL FEST OCTOBER 4, 2025 | MANDAN, NORTH DAKOTA
BREWED FOR THE BOLD. BORN ON GRAVEL.
THE ALKEMIST GRAVEL FEST WAS FIRST BREWED UP IN 2018 AFTER EXPLORING SOME OF THE MOST RUGGED AND REWARDING GRAVEL ROADS IN MORTON COUNTY, NORTH DAKOTA. NOW ITS ONE OF THE REGIONS MOST ANTICIPATED FALL GRAVEL RACES BRINGING TOGETHER CYCLISTS WHO CRAVE CHALLENGE, COMMUNITY, AND AN UNBEATABLE VIEW.
START YOUR ADVENTURE AT GRANER PARK / SUGARLOAF BOTTOMS, JUST SOUTH OF MANDAN, ND, WHERE YOULL CLIMB OUT OF THE MISSOURI RIVER VALLEY AND ONTO THE BLUFFS OF MORTON COUNTY. EVERY MILE SERVES UP FAST DESCENTS, MINIMUM-MAINTENANCE ROADS, AND SOME OF THE LONGEST CLIMBS IN THE REGION ALL BALANCED BY WIDE-OPEN PRAIRIE SKIES AND UNFORGETTABLE SCENERY.
WHEN THE DUST SETTLES, JOIN US FOR POST-RACE AWARDS, HOT FOOD FRESH OFF THE GRILL, AND A CELEBRATION WORTHY OF THE MILES YOUVE CONQUERED.
BREWED FOR THE BOLD. BORN ON GRAVEL.
THE ALKEMIST GRAVEL FEST WAS FIRST BREWED UP IN 2018 AFTER EXPLORING SOME OF THE MOST RUGGED AND REWARDING GRAVEL ROADS IN MORTON COUNTY, NORTH DAKOTA. NOW ITS ONE OF THE REGIONS MOST ANTICIPATED FALL GRAVEL RACES BRINGING TOGETHER CYCLISTS WHO CRAVE CHALLENGE, COMMUNITY, AND AN UNBEATABLE VIEW.
START YOUR ADVENTURE AT GRANER PARK / SUGARLOAF BOTTOMS, JUST SOUTH OF MANDAN, ND, WHERE YOULL CLIMB OUT OF THE MISSOURI RIVER VALLEY AND ONTO THE BLUFFS OF MORTON COUNTY. EVERY MILE SERVES UP FAST DESCENTS, MINIMUM-MAINTENANCE ROADS, AND SOME OF THE LONGEST CLIMBS IN THE REGION ALL BALANCED BY WIDE-OPEN PRAIRIE SKIES AND UNFORGETTABLE SCENERY.
WHEN THE DUST SETTLES, JOIN US FOR POST-RACE AWARDS, HOT FOOD FRESH OFF THE GRILL, AND A CELEBRATION WORTHY OF THE MILES YOUVE CONQUERED.
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5321 Graner Park Rd, Mandan, 58554, ND, United States
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