Ride Day

Information

Your guide to a smooth ride!

Everything you need to know to make the most of your ride experience.

Ride Dates & Times

Saturday, September 6, 2025

6:00 AM Corrals Open

7:45 AM Corrals Close

8:00 AM Ride Begins

8:30 AM Finish Festival Begins

Ride Location

Start Line Location

At the intersection of 12th St. NW and Constitution Ave. NW.

Finish Line Location

300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20565

Course Map

Get ready to explore the nation’s capital in a whole new way! Our course map is your guide to discovering all the must-know spots on our ride route, including iconic landmarks, rest stops, photo ops, assistance, and more!

Packet Pick Up Party

Location

To be announced by July, 2025

Dates & Times

Thursday, 9/4 3 PM – 7 PM

Friday, 9/5 11 AM – 7 PM

Stop by and celebrate your upcoming ride with entertainment and refreshments, browse our partner offerings, get a FREE bike safety check, and gear up at our Official DC Bike Ride Merch Shop.

For those riders who chose packet pickup at registration, this will be your ONLY opportunity to get your Rider Identification Kit.

Event Guide

A few weeks before ride day all riders will have access to our Official Event Guide, packed full of helpful information and tips to enjoy DC Bike Ride to the fullest. Check back in August for access to our guide.

Bike Rentals

No bike? No problem! We’ve got you covered with our convenient bike & helmet rental program.

Simply choose a Rent & Ride Pass at registration or add a Bike Rental onto another Ride Pass and your bike and helmet will be ready waiting for you on ride day! You’ll be welcomed by a team of pros to help fit your bike to ensure a safe, comfortable ride.

Travel & Parking

Let DC Bike Ride be the start of a DC getaway you won’t forget!

Turn your ride into a weekend escape and experience even more of what our great city has to offer! Check out our exclusive travel partners, local tips, and insider recommendations to streamline your planning.