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PNC Tour de Lou

April 16, 2022 @ 4:00 am - 10:00 am

PNC Tour de Lou

Location: Waterfront Park (Start and Finish: 301 East Witherspoon St. & Corner of Floyd Street)

The Kentucky Derby Festival is once again partnering with the Louisville Bicycle Club to produce the PNC Tour de Lou on Saturday, April 16, 2022.

Registration – 7:45 am

Participants will have the opportunity to bike in-person and socially-distanced, as well as the option to participate virtually. As always, the Festival’s annual bike event is for riders of all levels of experience, with separate distances and ride options:

  • 62.1 Mile Metric Century / Advanced Ride (Open course)
  • 35 Mile Experienced Ride / Intermediate Ride (Open course)
  • 20 Mile Ride / New to cycling (Open course)
  • Family Ride 1-3 mile options / Children and Families (for ages 4-12 years old)
  • Virtual Ride 20, 35, and Metric Century Options (Find more info here!)

While the 2022 In-Person rides will look a little different, the ride will still tour all areas of the city, from Downtown to the South End and Highlands. To register click [here].

Here’s what you can expect this year…

  • As in all Festival events, health & safety is our top priority, and we’ll continue to provide a secure biking experience.
  • NEW RE-ROUTE THROUGH CHURCHILL DOWNS:
    • Look for new highlights, like riding through Churchill Downs for 20 Mile, 35 Mile, and Metric Century routes.
    • Specific Course & route details to come in 2022.
  • INTRODUCING THE NEW FAMILY RIDE!
    • This looped course at Waterfront Park will feature various distance options (1-3 miles) to be marked along the secured course.
    • Participants ages 4-12 years old, and their families are encouraged to come out to ride.
    • This course will include additional volunteer & safety support, as well as traditional support from Louisville Bike Club Ride Captains. 
    • Snacks and water will be provided along with some fun surprises and entertainment along the route.
  • METRIC CENTURY ROUTE TOURS TWO STATES:
    • The new course route will take Metric Century riders not only through Louisville’s parks and neighborhoods, and Churchill Downs, but also across the Big Four Bridge and into scenic Indiana.
    • Specific Course & route details to come in 2022!

Details

Date:
April 16, 2022
Time:
4:00 am - 10:00 am
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Website:
https://discover.kdf.org/tour-de-lou/

Venue

Waterfront Park
129 W River Road
Louisville, KY 40204 United States
Phone
502.574.3768
View Venue Website

Organizer

Kentucky Derby Festival
Phone
(800) 928-3378
View Organizer Website

Big Four® Bridge Thunder, Airshow, and Airshow Practice closure times:
Friday, April 19 – closed 11 AM until 5 PM (Airshow Practice)
Saturday, April 20 – closed 9 AM until 11:30 PM