2027 Kentucky Derby Festival PNC Tour de Lou - Registration Required

Register Here: https://runsignup.com/tourdelou 

Get Ready to Roll!

The Kentucky Derby Festival is once again partnering with the Louisville Bicycle Club to produce the PNC Tour de Lou on Sunday, April 11.

Participants will have the opportunity to bike in-person, as well as the option to participate virtually. The 14th annual PNC Tour de Lou is a unique way to explore Louisville on two wheels while passing through some of the city’s scenic parks, neighborhoods and historic sites with cyclists from all across the country.

2027 Ride Highlights:

• The Start and Finish is staying at the Big Four Lawn
• Ride open to anyone, from beginners to seasoned cyclist
• 12-, 25-, 35-, and 62.1-mile distance options
• Rest Stops every 10-15 miles with hydration, nutrition, mechanical support and restroom facilities
• FREE training program (must register separately)
• Spectacular view of the Derby City
• Medical and Mechanical support for your entire ride
• Open courses follow the rules of the road, with no road closures

SIGN-IN SHEET WILL BE AT THE RED LBC TENT AT THE START FINISH/LINE AREA

Distance Options

As always, the Festival’s annual cycling event is for riders of all levels of experience, with four separate cycling distances:

📍 Event Routes:

• 62.1 Miles (Metric Century) – Ideal for advanced riders or those looking for a challenge: 8 AM
• 35 Miles – Ideal for moderate/experienced riders: 8:15 AM
• 25 Miles – Ideal for beginners to intermediate: 8:30 AM
• 12 Miles – Ideal for beginners or those new to cycling: 9:00 AM
• Virtual Ride – 12, 25, 35, and Metric Century Options (Find more info here!)

Packet Pick-Up Information

When: TBD

Where: TBD

Day of packet pick-up will be available at the Big Four Lawn. We suggest that you arrive no later than 30 minutes prior to your ride to get ready to go!

Ride Captain: Erik Helton

Post Ride Party

All participants can celebrate after the ride at the Post Ride Party!

Cyclists can enjoy live entertainment and a sweet treat while they cheer on cyclists to the Finish Line. Plus, riders (ages 21 and older) will enjoy a post-ride beverage.

🙌 Finally, a huge THANK YOU to all of our Louisville Bicycle Club members who led the PNC Tour de Lou Training Program and who will be out supporting riders on Saturday. You make this event possible! 💙