Blessing of the Bikes and Runners 2026
- Date
- July 11, 2026
- Location
- 401 Main Street, Baton Rouge, LA
- Distance
- Blessing of the bikes and runners
From the Organizer
HAVE YOUR BIKE AND RUNNING SHOES BLESSED!! HONORING OUR FALLEN HEROES
Bicycle Ride starts at 8 am for the fast riders. 7:30 am for the slow riders
Sat. July 11, 2025 9:00am at St. Joseph Cathedral 401 Main Street Baton Rouge, LA
***7TH ANNUAL BLESSING OF THE BIKES AND RUNNERS***
Hosted by VS Tour de Friends RIDE HARD LIVE EASY ,
Baton Rouge Bike Club
Varsity Sports
Father Cary Bani will Bless your bike and running shoes for a safe training season.
In addition we will be Honoring Our Fallen Heroes from that tragic day on 7/17/2016, and past fallen heroes from Louisiana
***If you want to cycle to the church parking lot, please meet at the L'Auberge Casino Overflow parking lot at
7:45am to roll out at 8:00am.*** for the faster riders
(16-17 mph)
Meet at 7:15 am to leave at 7:30 am from the casino if you are wanting a slower ride to the church.
Wear Blue to Honor Law Enforcement.
Red to Honor Firefighters
White to Honor Emergency Medical Personnel
Runners and Cyclists: Please gather in the church parking lot by 9:00am
Cyclists also have an option to meet at the Past Time Restaurant and follow the last mile.
Runners will meet downtown (TBA) www.varsityrunning.com”
This is an amazing opportunity for all Cyclists and Runners to have their lives, bikes and running shoes blessed for a safe season, while providing camaraderie, friendship and the promotion of cycling and runner safety.
Distances & Pricing
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Blessing of the Bikes and Runners 2026?
- Blessing of the Bikes and Runners 2026 is a running event held in Baton Rouge, LA. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the Blessing of the Bikes and Runners 2026?
- Saturday, July 11, 2026 in Baton Rouge, LA at 401 Main Street, Baton Rouge, LA. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Blessing of the Bikes and Runners 2026?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
Blessing of the Bikes and Runners 2026
Jul 11, 2026