5 cycling events in Williamsburg, Virginia

2026 Cal Tri Williamsburg - 7.19.26. Our triathlon returns to the shores of Jamestown Beach Park in historic Williamsburg. Flat and fast featuring the run primarily on the Virginia Capital Trail.

18 EVENT OPTIONS. 6 Olympic distance events (Triathlon, RunBikeRun, SwimBike, SwimRun, 1640 Yard Swim & 10K Run), 6 Sprint distance events (Triathlon, RunBikeRun, SwimBike, SwimRun, 400 yard Swim & 5K Run) and 6 Youth Sprint distance events (Triathlon, RunBikeRun, SwimBike, SwimRun, 400 yard Swim & 5K Run). Triathlon = swim + bike + run. Typically, the swim and run distances are standard but the bike distance varies from race to race. Check out the course maps for more detailed information.

TO DO. Colonial Williamsburg. Historic Jamestowne. Busch Gardens Williamsburg.

AIRPORT. Newport News/Williamsburg (PHF)

AIR TEMPERATURE (AVG). 73 F / 89 F

WATER TEMPERATURE (AVG). 83 F. Use the 20% CALTRI2025 discount code at blueseventy. Note: Fusion wetsuits not eligible for discount.

Register for Virginia's Premier Bike Ride & Beer Festival 2026! BIKES & BEERS Cycling Event Series is coming to BILLSBURG BREWERY for 4th Annual Bike Ride & Beer Event! Ride a 15, 30, or 45-mile route through the beautiful area of Williamsburg, Virginia followed by a post-ride Beer Festival! Bikes & Beers WILLIAMSBURG is the Richmond area's premier cycling event departing from BILLSBURG BREWERY and traveling the beautiful roads and trails of Williamsburg, Virginia. All rides feature morning fuel stations, marked routes, GPS turn-by-turn instruction, rest stops, refreshments, ride marshals, and SAG support. Finish back at BILLSBURG BREWERY 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

• The Ride:

• Ride your distance with ride leaders

• Fully marked routes & GPS turn-by-turn instructions

• Mechanical support vehicle

• Rest stops with snacks & refreshments

• Post Ride:

• 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!

• Join & Post your photos on our Facebook Page

• Keep in touch with your newly made cycling friends!

*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 BILLSBURG BREWERY 2026 Pint Glass

• (2) BILLSBURG 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 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 brand new bikes and a ton of other prizes including a private brewery tour and cycling gear!

Benefitting our charity partners to help improve the cycling conditions in your area. Have fun, and give back!

Race and Course Info:

Back for 2026 is NQCX or New Quarter Cyclocross located at New Quarter Park in York County, VA, making it centrally located between Richmond and Virginia Beach. The course features some rolling grass fields and incorporates the smooth and flowy youth mountain bike trails. It's an awesome course for power riders and technical riders.

USAC rules apply. All Riders must have a USAC license. USAC beginner one-day license can be purchased at the event. If you are Cat 4 or above then you must purchase an experienced one day license online through USA Cycling. The Race Director and Race Officials reserve the right to cancel and/or modify segments of the event as deemed necessary for safety. There is no rain date for this event. Severe weather may cancel race.

Registration:

On-Line Registration until Friday, October 23rd at 8:00 pm or day of registration up until 30 minutes prior to your race. Day of registration is $40 for the first race and $10 to add additional races.

All races are part of the Virginia CX (VACX) points series. Prices for entry are based on Individual races.

*Series Winners must pre-register and email me with your Category to receive $6.00 entry.

If you expect a call up you need to pre-register

Event day registration opens at 9:00 AM.

Course Address and Parking:

Park Address: 1000 Lakeshead Drive, Williamsburg, VA 23185

Parking is available in the grass field adjacent to the course (same parking as youth mountain bike event parking). Signage will be posted directing spectators and participants to the proper areas for parking.

VACX Series Standings and Info:

For Virginia Cyclocross Series standings: crossresults.com - we wrangle data so you don't have to

For questions contact the race promoter Graham Costa at: [email protected] or call (757) 660-2117