Tour De Charleston - 10th Annual
- Date
- June 13, 2026
- Location
- 520 Jackson Ave, Charleston, IL
- Distance
- 12.5 mile · 25 mile · 50 mile
From the Organizer
We are excited to be hosting the 10th Annual Tour De Charleston.
Ride Information: The 3 race routes: 12.5 miles, 25 miles, and 50 miles. Scenic routes throughout Charleston and the surrounding central Illinois countryside. Timed Rides – Overall winner in each race; there will be a male and female plus first and second place awards for all age divisions.
We will have bananas and water stations along race route...
If you are interested in ordering a 10th Annual Tour De Charleston T-shirt, that option is offered when you register.
No gasoline-powered motorized bikes will be allowed. Battery assisted electric bikes known as E-Bikes are allowed, although, E-Bike participants are ineligible for medals.
We will have a Beer Garden post-race celebration at Mike & Stan’s with a live band presented by The Charleston Chamber of Commerce. Shawn Dawson entertains us from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm. Please grab a to go meal from one of our restaurants on the square and meet us at Mike & Stan's, bring your lawn chairs and relax, rest and enjoy the afternoon in beautiful Charleston Illinois.
Our local Restaurants having lunch specials are as follows: Juanito's Bar & Grill, Wb's Pub and Grub & Roc's Blackfront Tavern & Grill.
Juanito's https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091305152616
WB's Pub and Grill https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057104536026
Roc's Blackfront Tavern & Grill https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=roc%27s%20blackfront%20tavern%20%26%20gril
Check out our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/CharlestonAreaChamber for other activities in and around our area. Spend the weekend with us in historic Coles County, Illinois.
Course
If you would like to view the course routes, you can see them here:
50 Mile: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/55122101
25 Mile: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/55122109
12.5 Mile: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/55122112
Age groups for awards
18 and under
19 to 29
30 to 39
40 to 49
50 to 59
60 to 69
70 and over
Packet Pickup
Early Sign-In is Preferred: 9:00 am- 6:00 pm, Friday, June 12, 2026, at the Charleston Chamber, 501 Jackson Ave, Charleston IL 61920.
Saturday, 7:00 am to 8:30 am, June 13, 2026, at the lobby of city building, City of Charleston, 520 Jackson Ave, Charleston IL 61920.
Events
Weather
Race-Day Forecast
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Saturday, 6/13
High
87°
Low
66°
Conditions
Slight chance rain showers then slight chance showers and thunderstorms
Chance of Rain
30%
Wind
3 to 7 mph
Host City
About Charleston, IL
Elevation
695 ft
Nearest Airport
CMI
University of Illinois Willard Airport · 39 mi
Major Hub
IND
Indianapolis International Airport · 101 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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- Race
- Tour De Charleston - 10th Annual
- Date
- June 13, 2026
- Location
- 520 Jackson Ave, Charleston, IL
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- What is the Tour De Charleston - 10th Annual?
- Tour De Charleston - 10th Annual is a running race held in Charleston, 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 Tour De Charleston - 10th Annual?
- Saturday, June 13, 2026 in Charleston, Illinois at 520 Jackson Ave, Charleston, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Tour De Charleston - 10th Annual?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Tour De Charleston - 10th Annual
Jun 13, 2026