The Major Taylor 2026 Cincinnati Queen City Ride is a cycling event held on Friday, August 14, 2026. It is located at 4740 Playfield Ln in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Sat, Jun 27, 2026 at 1:05 PM
3.6 km from CincinnatiCriterium Cycling
Fri, Jul 31, 2026 at 7:00 AM
9.1 km from CincinnatiCycling
Sat, Aug 29, 2026 at 8:00 AM
ABOUT
The Tour de CROWN returns on Saturday, August 29, 2026!
Presented by Great Parks and Tri-State Trails, this community bike ride is open to riders of all abilities and highlights existing and
future trails in the expanding Cincinnati Riding or Walking Network (CROWN).
Over the past three years, hundreds of riders have experienced the growing CROWN firsthand, pedaling through newly completed trail segments, discovering connections between neighborhoods they didn’t know existed, and helping build momentum for a more connected Cincinnati.
Want to learn how the CROWN came to life, and where it’s headed next?
👉 Explore the CROWN StoryMap
Choose from three distance options, all starting and ending at Fifty West Brewing Company. Each route features rest stops and rider support from Tour de CROWN volunteers.
Your registration includes a post-ride burger and beverage (beer, soda, or milkshake), plus access to the Tour de CROWN Expo.
Best of all: Proceeds support Tri-State Trails’ work for a more connected regional trail and bikeway network.
ROUTE OPTIONS
The Tour de CROWN has something for everyone; no matter your route, you will have a blast experiencing the trails.
The Great Parks Full CROWN (34-mi) — 8:00 AM Departure
Find your wild on this 34-mile ride through parks, neighborhoods, bikeways, and trail segments that make up the vision for the CROWN, powered by Great Parks of Hamilton County. This route offers a front-row seat to the progress already made and the work still ahead, with several on-road sections where trails are still under development.
The Fifty West Half CROWN (17.5-mi) — 9:00 AM Departure
This ride takes you along some of the most well-loved trails in the region, including the Little Miami Scenic Trail, Lunken Airport Loop, Delta Avenue Bikeway, Wasson Way, and Murray Path. The Half CROWN route primarily follows trails and bikeways, but there are some on-road sections where the CROWN is still in progress.
Tour de CROWN Beechmont Connector Ride (8.5-mi) — 9:30 AM Departure
Whether you’re new to biking, riding with family, or simply savoring the ride, this scenic route along the Little Miami Scenic Trail offers a welcoming way to experience the CROWN. You’ll pedal to the Beechmont Bridge Connector, a key link made possible by Great Parks, then cruise back to Fifty West Brewing Company, where the Tour de CROWN Expo will be buzzing with live music, food, drinks, and celebration.
TOUR de CROWN EXPO
After completing their rides, registered riders and volunteers can look forward to a well-earned reward: a complimentary beverage (beer, soda, or milkshake), a delicious burger from Fifty West Brewing Company, and the lively Tour de CROWN Expo!
The Tour de CROWN Expo is a free, family-friendly celebration of trails, biking, and community, open to the public and welcoming to trail enthusiasts of all ages.
Whether you come to ride, cheer, learn, or lounge, the Expo is the perfect place to connect with others, learn about local trail projects, discover ways to get involved, and soak up the energy of the Tour de CROWN.
Cycling Trail
Sat, Oct 03, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Register for Ohio's 7th Annual Bike Ride & Beer Festival 2026! BIKES & BEERS Cycling Event Series is coming to a new host brewery location, MADTREE BREWING for the Best Bike Ride & Beer Event in the
business! Ride a 15, 30, or 45-mile route through the beautiful cycling trail around Cincinnati, Ohio followed by a post-ride Beer Festival! Bikes & Beers CINCINNATI is the area's premier cycling event departing from MADTREE BREWING and traveling the scenic roads of Cincinnati, Ohio. All rides feature morning fuel stations, marked routes, GPS turn-by-turn instruction, rest stops, refreshments, ride marshals, and SAG support. Finish back at MADTREE BREWING for a beer festival atmosphere of rewarding craft beers, live music, a charity raffle & much more!
This is a ride for everyone - All riding levels are welcome!
WHAT IS BIKES & BEERS:
Pick your ride distance and create a team of friends & family (optional)
Mark your calendar for a fun day of cycling and craft beer!
Pre Ride:
Check in a half hour before your start time
We'll provide parking & further ride info in email instructions
Enjoy free coffee & fresh pastries
Local bike shops offering last-minute tune-ups
Ride your distance with ride leaders
Fully marked routes & GPS turn-by-turn instructions
Mechanical support vehicle
Rest stops with snacks & refreshments
It's time to enjoy (2) complimentary beers on us!
Official co-branded Bikes & Beers Pint Glass for every rider
Bikes & Beers high-quality neoprene koozies
Enjoy the food trucks, live music, games
Check out our Bikes & Beers merch tent & snack stand
Live raffle with $3,000+ in prizes!
*Further event information will be communicated in emails after registration and in the days and weeks leading up to event day!
WHAT YOU'LL GET:
Official Bikes & Beers X MADTREE BREWING 2026 Pint Glass
(2) MADTREE BREWING Craft Beers are ON US!
High-Quality Neoprene Beer Koozies
Raffle Ticket with a Chance to WIN PRIZES!
Collectible Bike Plate - Event Photos!
Unique Pretzels & Athletic Non-Alcoholic Beer
Entry into the Post-Ride Party with LIVE MUSIC, RAFFLE, GAMES, FOOD TRUCKS & MORE!
NEW TO OUR 2026 EVENTS:
PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS - At least (3) photographers will be snapping pics of your Bikes & Beers experience during pre-ride, during the ride, and post-ride! We have amazing photo ops!
NON-ALCOHOLIC BEER OPTIONS - Still want to ride with us but don't want the alcohol? We now have Athletic Brewing sponsoring all our events! Looks for the blue tent and cooler full of flavorful non-alcoholic brews!
COLLECTABLE BIKE PLATES - At check-in, you'll receive a collectible event wristband and bike plate designed just for this event! They look awesome!
SPONSOR SNACKS & GIVEAWAYS - Morning coffee, fresh pastries, post-ride pretzel necklaces, recovery protein & much more!
IT'S A CELEBRATION OF CYCLING AND CRAFT BEER!
Riders will also receive a free raffle ticket for a chance to win a brand-new bike and a ton of other prizes including a private brewery tour and cycling gear!
Benefitting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Have fun, and give back!
15 Miles 30 Miles 45 Miles Cycling Trail