Louisville Bicycle Club upcoming events

YMCA - LBC - World Bicycle Day Ride (Wednesday, June 03, 2026)

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Adopted by the U.N. General Assembly in April 2018, World Bicycle Day recognizes the uniqueness, longevity and versatility of the bicycle . . . a simple, affordable, reliable, clean and environmentally fit sustainable means of transport, fostering environmental stewardship and health.

In Partnership with the Louisville Bicycle Club and Louisville Landsharks Multisport Club. Join us in celebrating the freedom that comes with cycling by participating in an indoor bike class or cycling outside with a group of fellow bike enthusiasts. Register by scanning the QR code below

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3

OPTION 1 - BIKE INDOORS

Take part in the 5:30pm cycle class located in the 3 Floor Cycle studio. Reservation via GroupEx Pro suggested.

OPTION 2 - BIKE OUTDOORS

Enjoy a 20, 25, or 30 mile group ride across the river and along the Ohio River Greenway. The group will leave from the Downtown Family YMCA at 6:30pm. Multiple pace groups will be available

Register Here: https://operations.daxko.com/Online/2149/ProgramsV2/OfferingDetails.mvc?program_id=TMP122093&offering_id=SES2420146&location_id=B21

LBC Ride Credit: Yes

LBC Route (Ride with GPS):

20 Mile - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/55426369 - 2D (10-12 mph slow/moderate)
25 Mile - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/55426414 - 2C (12-14 mph moderate)
30 Mile - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/55426335 - 2B (14-16 mph intermediate)

Ride Captain:

20 Mile - David Frey 502-641-5854
25 Mile - Jeff Carpenter 502-641-3504
30 Mile - Dominic Wasserzug 502-415-5018

Bike MS Team Wil Power - Powered by LBC: Bluegrass Bourbon Ride (CHARITY RIDE - Fundraising Required) (Saturday, June 13, 2026)

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 11:30:00 GMT

This is a fundraising event. Join Team Wil Power - Powered by the Louisville Bicycle Club

Bike MS: Bluegrass Bourbon Ride 2026

Once again, for this years Bike MS Bluegrass Bourbon Ride, The Louisville Bicycle Club will be represented by “TEAM WIL POWER- Powered by LBC”. The one day event will start and end at My Old Kentucky Home State Park, Bardstown, KY. There is a minimum fundraising goal of $300. However, LBC members that have not participated in this ride in the past 3 years may be eligible for a $100 matching gift for this years ride. Making your fundraising minimum $200.

This year's location will be at My Old Kentucky Home State Park, and there will be two distances.

What to join the team? Click HERE

So, you are riding and have a family member that would like to volunteer? Or, you want to volunteer? Or, you have questions? Contact MaryAnn or Richard Heckler at: 502.931.2067

About the Event

This is a fundraising event. Join Team Wil Power - Powered by the Louisville Bicycle Club

Registration: Register Here

Team: Wil Power - Powered by the Louisville Bicycle Club

Date: June 13th, 2026

Location:

My Old Kentucky Home State Park, 501 E Stephen Foster Ave., Bardstown, KY 40004

Surface Type: Road

Route:

Get ready to ride in the heart of bourbon country. Take in the beautiful rolling hills and countryside of the Bluegrass State as you join a community of riders dedicated to changing the world for people affected by multiple sclerosis. Start and finish your two-day loop ride at the historic My Old Kentucky Home State Park, a landmark rich in history and named after Stephen Foster's "My Old Kentucky Home, Good Night." Every mile tells a story, every sip of bourbon has a legacy, and every stop is sure to greet you with Southern hospitality. The charm of this ride will create an unforgettable Bike MS experience and is bound to be a barrel of fun.

Fundraising Minimum: $300

Route distances: 30-mile and 62-mile routes Saturday and Sunday

Ride with GPS Route(s):

Saturday Routes:

30-mile: To Come

62-mile: To Come

Ride Captain: Richard Heckler 502.931.2067

For more information on the event visit the Bike MS Bluegrass Bourbon Ride website here.

Bike to Beat Cancer Training Ride: LBC Southend Stroll (Saturday, July 25, 2026)

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Join the Louisville Bicycle Club Bike to Beat Cancer Team HERE

Ride: Bike to Beat Cancer Training Ride: LBC Southend Stroll

Ride Distance: 39 miles

Ride Terrain & Pace: 3C

Elevation Gain: 969

Surface Type: Road

Starting Location: Iroquois Amphitheater, 1080 Amphitheater Rd, Louisville, KY 40214, USA

Route Description:

Join the Louisville Bicycle Club for a 39-mile training ride with 969 feet of elevation gain, starting and ending at Iroquois Park. This scenic route will take you down Central Avenue, across Algonquin Parkway, and onto the Louisville Loop. We'll ride south past Farnsley-Moreman Landing to Pendleton Road, then loop back via Bearcamp Road and Greyling Drive, passing the iconic McDonald’s Playground House before returning to the park.

A mid-ride store stop is planned at the Circle K near as soon as you pass over Dixie Hwy. the Southend. Riders can choose to finish with an optional climb up to the Iroquois Park Lookout for a rewarding view.

This is a great opportunity to build endurance and enjoy a supported ride as you prepare for the Bike to Beat Cancer.

For more information visit - https://p2p.onecause.com/biketobeatcancer/page/training

or the Facebook Event -

Ride with GPS Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50987086

LBC Ride Credit: Yes

Ride Captain: Erik Helton

2026 Old Kentucky Home Bicycle Tour (Saturday, August 08, 2026)

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT

Join Us for the 46th Annual Old Kentucky Home Bicycle Tour – Saturday, August 8, 2026 Powered by Middle of Town Cycling

Join the Louisville Bicycle Club for the 46th Annual Old Kentucky Home Bicycle Tour (OKHT) and experience the beauty of a Kentucky summer from the saddle.

Set in the scenic rolling hills of Oldham County, this classic late-summer ride offers something for every cyclist — whether you’re chasing a 100K challenge or enjoying a relaxed cruise with friends.

Choose Your Distance

62.1 Miles (100K)
40 Miles
20 Miles

All routes feature picturesque country roads, horse farms, and the signature rolling hills that make this ride a Kentucky favorite.

Start, Finish & After-Party
The ride begins and ends at 3rd Turn Oldham Gardens, where riders will gather for a post-ride celebration, lunch, and community festivities. It’s the perfect place to relax, refuel, and celebrate your accomplishment.

Rest Stops & Community Impact
The Tour includes three fully supported rest stops. All distances will enjoy a stop at our legendary “World Famous” Homemade Cookie Stop, featuring dozens of baked goods prepared by Louisville Bicycle Club members.

In 2026, we’re proud to partner with local non-profits to help operate our rest stops. A portion of proceeds will support these organizations, giving back to the community that makes this event possible.

Returning for 2026
All riders will receive a commemorative Finisher’s Medal to celebrate completing the ride!

Weekend Kickoff
The Louisville Bicycle Club will host:

Friday Afternoon Open Ride
Packet Pickup

Make it a full weekend of cycling and community.

A Kentucky Tradition Since 1978
The Old Kentucky Home Bicycle Tour was founded in 1978 by Stewart Prather and fellow Louisville Bicycle Club members. Originally routed to Bardstown, Kentucky, the event now tours the beautiful roads of Oldham County.

While the start and finish locations have evolved, the mission remains the same — to celebrate the backroads of our Old Kentucky Home. In honor of Stewart, we proudly keep the name OKHT.

This event takes place rain or shine.

Louisville Bicycle Club members receive a special discount—register today and be part of the legacy!

Discount can be found HERE!

Barb Martin's Polly's Freeze Ride - Bike to Beat Cancer Training Ride (Saturday, August 29, 2026)

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Ride: Barb Martin's Polly's Freeze Ride - Bike to Beat Cancer Training Ride

Ride Distance: 28-miles

Ride Terrain & Pace: 12 - 14 MPH Average

Elevation Gain: 1,235

Surface Type: Road

Starting Location: Yellow Lot at Waterfront Park, 1401 River Rd, Louisville, KY 40206, USA

Route Description:

Polly’s Freeze Ride – Two Traditions in One!

This year we’re combining two great cycling traditions into one ride. Each summer, Barb Martin leads her beloved Polly’s Freeze Ride, while Bike to Beat Cancer hosts a training ride that makes the same climb. In 2025, the Louisville Bicycle Club is proud to add an additional Bike to Beat Cancer training ride and take it up to Polly’s Freeze together.

Route Details:

We’ll roll out from the Yellow Lot at Waterfront Park, then head across the Big Four Bridge into Indiana. From there, we’ll follow the scenic Ohio River Greenway all the way to Corydon Pike, where the real challenge begins with the climb up to Polly’s Freeze.

After enjoying a well-earned stop for cold treats, it’s time to descend. We'll head back down Corydon Pike, dropping into New Albany, reconnecting with the Ohio River Greenway, and crossing back over the Big Four Bridge into Louisville, returning the same way we came.

This ride blends tradition, community, and a sweet reward at the top. Come ready for a climb, a cone, and great company! ‍♀️

Ride with GPS Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47223702

LBC Ride Credit: Yes

Ride Captain: Barbara Martin

2026 Bike To Beat Cancer - LBC Team (Charity Ride - Fundraising Required) (Saturday, September 12, 2026)

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 11:15:00 GMT

This is a charity ride that has a minimum fundraiser of $400.

Make sure you join our Louisville Bicycle Club Bike to Beat Cancer team HERE so we can show support for this great cause.

Route Distance: 15, 35, or 65 miles

Starting Location: Norton Cancer Institute - Brownsboro - 4955 Norton Healthcare Blvd, Louisville, KY 40241

Route Description:

Choose from 15, 35, 65 or 100 miles! We have an option to fit your activity level. To help you choose, think about it this way: A leisurely bike ride is about 10-15 miles per hour. Could you ride for one hour? Two hours? Three hours? More?

Keep in mind that relief is only 15 miles away. Our pit stops are spaced about 15 miles apart, where you can park, stretch your legs, use the restroom and get something to eat or drink.

Finally, remember you should enjoy yourself — but challenge yourself. You are doing this for those who cannot. You are taking on the challenge in solidarity with those who are fighting the biggest fight of their lives.

Choose your distance

Never cycled before? We recommend the 5-mile or 15-mile option.

Cycled some, but it’s been a while? Try the 15- or 35-mile option. These are great distances for active beginners to novice riders.

Frequent cycler? The 65-mile ride is for you. This longer distance can be rewarding for people who cycle regularly or enjoy fitness.

Registration Fee: 5-mile rider registration is $10. 5-, 15-, 35-, & 65-mile rider registration is $50. Cancer survivors ride for free. Click here for more details on the minimum fundraising requirements.

Join the Louisville Bicycle Club Bike to Beat Cancer team: https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/bike-to-beat-cancer

Ride Distance: 15-, 35-, or 65-mile supported ride

Elevation Gain:
15-mile: 746
35-mile: 2,046
65-mile: 4,251

Surface Type: Road

Starting Location: Norton Cancer Institute Brownsboro - 4955 Norton Healthcare Blvd, Louisville, KY 40241

Ride with GPS Routes: (added to LBC Ride with GPS account so you can use your account for turn-by-turn)
15-mile: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/52624443
35-mile: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/52624449
65-mile: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/52624451

LBC Ride Credit: Yes

Ride Captain: Erik Helton - 502.759.7234 or President@LouisvilleBicycleClub.org

Sign-in Sheet Location: I will be in the parking lot off Angies Way indicated by the large yellow box. Click Here for Location Image ---> https://louisvillebicycleclub.org/resources/Pictures/event-images/bike-to-beat-cancer/BTBC-LBC-Parking-Sign-in-sheet.png