Hyde Park Blast Criterium
Cincinnati, Ohio
- Date
- Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 1:05 PM
- Location
- 2704 Erie Ave
Cincinnati, Ohio
45208
United States
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About this event
The Hyde Park Blast Criterium is the biggest day of competitive criterium racing in the tri-state — drawing hundreds of riders annually to the streets of one of Cincinnati's most iconic neighborhoods.
Racing runs all day on a fast, technical circuit through Hyde Park Square, culminating in the Pro Women's & Men's race under the lights in front of thousands of spectators. This is a finish-line atmosphere unlike anything else in the region.
In case you need another reason to sign up, the Blast is also the 2026 Ohio State Criterium Championship (category only i.e. non-Masters and Juinors races).
CALL-UP NOTE: All call-ups are done strictly by order of registration. Register early for the best staging position. It can make a difference in the fast first few laps of your race!
Women Cat 4 in W Pro/1/2/3 Race: Category 4 women who finish in the top 5 overall in the morning 3/4/5 race are eligible to race in the Women Pro/1/2/3 evening race (registration payment required).
THE COURSE An explosive, punchy criterium course through the tree-lined streets surrounding Hyde Park Square. One short, tight ascent per lap. Sprints out of every corner. Open enough to produce fast finishes.
BEYOND THE RACE The Blast is a full day, not just a bike race. Events kick-off first thing in the morning with a 4-mile run/walk and kids fun run. By afternoon the block party is in full swing with beer, wine, food, and live music from 4 PM. The crowd buildings all day culminating in the evening Pro Women race, elite 5K run on the crit course, and the Pro Men finish under the lights.
The Blast has collaborated again with Cincinnati's own Fifty West Brewing to brew an official Hyde Park Blast beer, details to be released soon. Leading up to race day, one dollar from every pint sold at Fifty West's Burger Bar benefits The Cure Starts Now. It'll be pouring in the block party all day.
THE CAUSE The Hyde Park Blast is a 501(c)3 charitable event that has raised over $600,000 for Cincinnati cancer charities since 2001, including The Cure Starts Now. Your entry fee and your presence on June 27th are part of something bigger than the race.
PARKING Team parking permits available for purchase. Street parking and paid lots nearby — arrive early.
MORE INFO hpblast.org
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