Tour de Chi

Saturday, June 27, 2026Chicago, IL

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Touring

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Saturday, June 27, 2026Register

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About This Event

Tour de Chi is an annual epic bike ride in Chicago, Illinois, designed to take participants through all 77 of the city's official community areas (often referred to as neighborhoods). It's a supported cycling challenge emphasizing adventure and camaraderie, with two main rest stations and additional stops along the way.

Additional Information

Experience the ultimate Chicago cycling adventure with the Tour de Chi,, an epic, roughly 150-mile ride visiting all 77 of the city's community areas in a single day. Designed for experienced, hardy cyclists, this challenging urban ride explores diverse neighborhoods, features iconic stops, and offers fully supported rest stations.

Event Highlights:

Official Tour: Traverse all 77 Chicago neighborhoods in one day.
Distance: Approximately 150 miles of city exploration.
Support: Multiple, fully supported rest stations offering food and hydration.
Scenery & Experience: Ride through unique neighborhoods, with a grand finish on the Lakefront Path.
Safety: Open course - experience with city traffic and high-visibility gear is essential.

This is a premier, high-energy event for cyclists looking to push their limits while discovering the vast, diverse culture of "Summertime Chi."

What to Expect

The Route: A meticulously planned 150-mile course starting and ending at DuSable Harbor (Randolph St. and the Lakefront Path).
Community Immersion: Riders traverse every neighborhood in Chicago, following a path that utilizes bicycle trails, bike lanes, and open city roadways.
Camaraderie: While not a race, the main group typically aims to stay together, finishing with a celebration at the Lakefront Path and a 10:00 p.m. firework show at Navy Pier.
Support: Participants receive phone/GPS route files and can access multiple rest stations (typically at miles 40, 65, 80, 100, and 120) for hydration and energy.

Reviews

Share your photos, offer tips and course insights, or inspire others to join the fun!

The first 5 cyclists to review within 72 hours after this event receive a free Starbucks or Dunkin gift card ($10 value).

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