Tour De Charleston

  • Date Sat 27th September 2025
  • Time 8:00AM CDT
  • Location Charleston, Illinois
  • Price $6.65 - $54.35
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances Ultra

Event summary

Get ready to pedal your way through the picturesque landscapes of Charleston, Coles, at the highly anticipated Tour De Charleston on Saturday, September 27, 2025. This exciting cycling event features three exhilarating race distances: 12.5 miles, 25 miles, and 50 miles, perfect for riders of all levels. Each route showcases the scenic beauty of Charleston and the charming central Illinois countryside, making it a delightful experience for participants and spectators alike.

As riders compete for the top spots in their respective categories, there will be overall winners for both male and female divisions, along with awards for first and second place in all age groups ranging from 18 and under to 70 and over. With timing chips provided and a stylish Tour de Charleston shirt available for all adult participants who register by September 13, this event promises to be memorable. Join us after the rides for a fun-filled festival at Mike & Stan's from 11 AM to 2 PM, featuring delicious food trucks and live music from local artist ABSENT GROUND. Don't miss this chance to enjoy a day of cycling, community, and celebration!

Organiser's Description

Family Ride.

3 race routes: 12.5 miles, 25 miles, and 50 miles

Timed Rides Overall winner in each race; there will be a male and female plus first and second place awards for all age divisions

Scenic routes throughout Charleston and the surrounding central Illinois countryside

Timing chips, and Tour de Charleston shirt for all adult races. Must register by 9/13 to be guaranteed an event shirt.

Food and water stations along race route

No gasoline-powered motorized bikes are allowed.
Battery assisted electric bikes known as E-Bikes are allowed. E-Bike participants are ineligible for medals.

Festival at Mike & Stans 11am-2pm

Food Truck starting at 11am

Music Live band: The Chamber Presents Local Artist ABSENT GROUND, in outdoor space 11:30 am-1:30 pm (weather permitting)

Refunds will be considered but not promised up until one week before the race.

COURSE

If you would like to view the course routes, you can see them here:
50 Mile: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/43947735
25 Mile: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/40187827
12.5 Mile: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/39947964

AGE GROUPS FOR AWARDS

18 and under
19 to 29
30 to 39
40 to 49
50 to 59
60 to 69
70 and over

PACKET PICKUP

Friday, September 26th, at the Charleston Chamber 8:30 am- 6 pm and
Saturday, September 27th, in the lobby of City Hall 7 am to 8:30 am

Races

  • 12.5 Mile

    Incl. $3.15 Fee

    Sat 27th September 2025 (9:20AM CDT)

    $33.15

  • 25 Mile

    Incl. $3.15 Fee

    Sat 27th September 2025 (9:10AM CDT)

    $33.15

  • 50 Mile

    Incl. $4.35 Fee

    Sat 27th September 2025 (9:00AM CDT)

    $54.35

  • Family Race

    Incl. $1.65 Fee

    Sat 27th September 2025 (8:00AM CDT)

    $6.65

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Location

520 Jackson Ave, Charleston, 61920, IL, United States

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