Freedom Bike Ride
- Date
- June 13–19, 2026
- Location
- 4351 S. Drexel, Chicago, IL
- Distance
- Freedom Ride Chicago · Juneteenth Freedom Ride Virtual
From the Organizer
Celebrate 2025 with a bicycling odyssey through Bronzeville. The annual Freedom Bicycle Ride offers a 18.65 KM route in Chicago. The virtual Freedom Bicycle Ride offers an 18.65 Mile challenge to be completed between June 14th through June 19th.
The live route will travel through historic Bronzeville.
Route can be viewed and downloaded at the links below
Route: TBA
Route will may be slightly different based on road conditions during that time but similar. Check back for updates.
STARTING POINT & REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Riders will start the ride in 2025 at the Timothy Community Center (4351 S. Drexel Blvd).
REGISTRATION FEES ARE AS FOLLOWS:
Individual: Free
A group start takes place at 12 pm from the Timothy Community Center. Ride rain or shine. No refunds. The registration fee includes a route mapped through Ride With GPS, a water stop UNTIL 3pm. Riders are on their own for repairs. Parking is available near the start/finish!
RIDER SUPPORT
SAG support will not cover this route. They will have minimal tools to assist in minor bicycle repairs only. All riders should be prepared to make their own repairs. Riders will be on their own after that, or if they leave the route.
SAFETY - Helmets are required. An adult must accompany all cyclists under the age of 16. Riders must obey all Illinois traffic laws.
NOTICE - this is a RIDE not a RACE. Through this sign up platform "race" is automatically applied throughout the sections. This is not our doing, and we want everyone to know that this is a ride.
Events
Weather
Race-Day Forecast
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Saturday, 6/13
High
86°
Low
67°
Conditions
Slight chance showers and thunderstorms
Chance of Rain
33%
Wind
5 to 10 mph
Host City
About Chicago, IL
Population
2,707,648
as of 2023
Elevation
594 ft
Nearest Airport
MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport · 6 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Freedom Bike Ride, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Freedom Bike Ride?
- Freedom Bike Ride is a running race held in Chicago, Illinois on June 13, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Freedom Bike Ride?
- Saturday, June 13, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois at 4351 S. Drexel, Chicago, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Freedom Bike Ride?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Freedom Bike Ride
Jun 13, 2026