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North Shore Century 2026

Evanston Bike Club · Wilmette, Illinois

Sunday, September 20, 2026
43 days away
Date
Sunday, September 20, 2026 at 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Location
800 Gillson Park Drive
Wilmette, Illinois
60091
United States
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Organiser
Evanston Bike Club · 1 upcoming event
Links
northshorecentury.orgRegister at active.com

About this event

Join us on Sunday, September 20 when the Evanston Bicycle Club presents one of Chicagoland's premiere rides - The 41th annual North Shore Century.

You’ll ride through beautiful neighborhoods, view unique architectural treasures, pedal down tree-lined streets and feel the refreshing breezes of Lake Michigan while enjoying the flat to rolling countryside between Chicago and Wisconsin.

Choose the ride that’s right for you – 100, 62, 50 or 25 miles.

  • Routes are clearly marked on road pavement.

  • Route cue sheets are available in print or digital download.

  • Multiple rest stops offer food & beverage plus mechanical support.

  • Radio-directed SAG vehicles provide mid-ride assistance for emergencies.

Event details and schedule

The North Shore Century starts & finishes at the Gillson Park Lakeview Center, 800 Gillson Park Drive, Wilmette, IL 60091 (Lower Level, north side of building)

Check-in opens at 6am; check-in ends at 11am, or when capacity is full.

  • Please bring Active.com confirmation e-mail with QR code to speed your check-in.

  • Route cue sheets & NSC wristband ID are provided at check-in; The wristband is your "ticket" to rest stop & SAG support.

Event closes at 6pm; Rest stop hours vary by location. To complete routes before ride support ends, plan to start your ride no later than:

  • 100-mile riders - 7am

  • 62 mile route - 9 am

  • 50 mile route -10am

  • 25-mile route - 11 am

T-shirt orders must be claimed by 11am; on request claimed shirts will be held at Gillson until 6pm.

Don’t forget your helmet, visible clothing, and your bike in good riding condition.

Registrations ends Sunday, September 20 at 11:00 am, or when capacity is reached.

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Organised by Evanston Bike Club

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