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Registration is now open for the Virginia Credit Union Moonlight Ride, which will take place August 24. This year’s ride will feature a new 28-mile supported course option that kicks off at 5:30 p.m., followed by the family-friendly three-mile course ride at 8 p.m. and the eight-mile course ride at 8:15 p.m.
This marks the 11th year of the casual nighttime bike ride, which will take riders on a scenic course through Arthur Ashe Boulevard, Lakeside, Bryan Park, and Scott’s Addition before finishing at Sports Backers Stadium with a street-festival style celebration for participants.
The new 28-mile ride will take place on an open course with police support at intersections, aid stations throughout the course, a 2.5-hour time limit, and a minimum age of 16 for participants. Participants will also have the option to take part in the new Supernova Challenge by completing both the 28-mile course and the eight-mile course.
Both the eight-mile course and three-mile course will once again be closed to vehicle traffic, and the eight-mile course will feature a new party stop at the Lakeside Farmers Market, presented by the Canopy at Ginter Park apartment community. The three-mile option will provide an opportunity for families to enjoy a shorter course alternative, closed to vehicle traffic and at a relaxed pace, before heading back to the finish area for the Agee’s Post-Ride Party. The party will feature food, drinks, interactive vendor booths, and entertainment, as well as face-painting, yard games, and supplies for making personal finisher medals at the Food Lion Family Zone.
The minimum age for participants in the three-mile course ride is five years old, while the minimum age for the full, eight-mile course is eight years old, though child seats and bike trailers are permitted in both distances for children under those ages.
The official event charity for the Virginia Credit Union Moonlight Ride is Bike Walk RVA, an advocacy program committed to making the Richmond area more bike- and pedestrian-friendly.
Registration fees for the 28-mile course are currently $50, while fees for the eight-mile and two-mile course are $30. Special pricing is also available for youth aged 5-14 years old at a cost of $15. Prices will increase $5 beginning July 16. For registration and event details, visit sportsbackers.org.
