13 Women’s Only Cycling Events You’ll Love

While you can (and should) join in on the plethora of co-ed cycling events out there, there is something really special about doing a womens only event. The atmosphere at these events are inviting, supportive, friendly–and often a little silly!

Here is a list of 13 ladies-only cycling events including organized non-competitive road rides and mountain bike festivals. Organize a group of your girlfriends, or go solo and make some new friends!

Of course, this is 2021 and life is still a little weird. This year some of these events are in person–others are virtual. The dates are often in flux as well, so keep a bit of flexibility and stay tuned as things evolve.

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The pre-party at Little Red Riding Hood!

Beti Bike Bash

The Beti Bike Bash is a mountain bike race and expo that makes everyone feel at home. There are categories for women who’ve never raced before, “new moms,” and yes, pros.

Where: Lakewood, CO

When: October 3, 2021

Learn More: https://www.betibikebash.com/

Cindarella Classic

The bad news? The popular Cindarella Classic has been cancelled for 2021.

The good news? It has been revamped as a virtual event. It will take place over 9 days, Saturday May 15 through Sunday May 23, 2021. You may ride wherever you are, anywhere in the world.

You can sign up to ride different distances (35 miles, 50 miles, or 65 miles) and win prizes.

Where: Virtual

When: May 15-May 23, 2021

Learn More: https://www.valleyspokesmen.org/page-1818848

Goldilocks

With multiple events in Utah, Nevada, and Idaho, Goldilocks is one of the best known womens-only rides. All events are fully supported and non competitive.

Where: Utah, Nevada, Idaho

When: TBD 2021

Learn More: http://goldilocks.events/

Le Tour De Femme

Le Tour de Femme is an event supporting the fight against cancer and empowering women through the sport of cycling.

For 2021, the event will be virtual. Participants ride their bikes their selected distance some time during the week of October 3-10.

Where: Virtual

When: October 3-10, 2021

Learn More: http://www.letourdefemme.org/

Little Red

Little Red is hands-down the funnest road event I’ve ever participated in. Each year they have a different theme and costumes are encouraged!

The fun starts on Friday night with shopping and a dinner. On Saturday, ride lengths include 30, 50, 70 and 100-mile routes

Where: Logan, UT

When: June 4, 2022 (2021 event has been cancelled due to COVID)

Learn More: https://lrrh.org/

Pasa Robles Cycling Festival – Velo de Femme

The Velo de Femme is a womens-only bike ride as part of the larger Pasa Robles Cycling festival and is included in the entry fee. The ride is a fun 20 mile ride with great support, camaraderie and awesome ride leaders.

Where: Paso Robles, CA

When: October 16, 2021

Learn More: http://www.greatwesternbicyclerally.com/rides

Pigtails Ride

The Pigtails Ride is a women-specific bike ride on one of the most scenic trails in the Midwest. The 48-mile ride begins and ends in Ankeny’s Prairie Trail and travels the High Trestle Trail.

Where: Ankeny, Iowa

When: May 22, 2021

Learn More: https://pigtailsride.com/

Roam Fest

Roam Fest is a HUGE mountain bike party –for women! The event offers bike demos, group rides, shuttles, an expo, workshops, food and drinks, and more!

We plan to be there this November and hope you will be too!

Where: Sedona, AZ

When: November 5-7, 2021

Learn More: https://www.roamfest.com/

Spindarella

Spinderella is Idaho’s premier ladies-only bicycle ride that boasts 5 scenic distances from 10 miles to 100 miles. In addition to a great ride, you get lunch at the finish, a chance to win a bike, and a raffle entry.

Where: Pocatello, ID

When: June 19, 2021

Learn More: https://spinderellaride.com/

Venus de Miles

Venus de Miles is Colorado’s original and largest all women’s bike ride. The entire event is organized by and fully benefits Greenhouse Scholars, an education nonprofit that cultivates extraordinary leaders to change low-income families and communities.

There are several distances to choose from, but the best part is the finish line festival. There’s great food, free drinks, and pampering spa treatments.

Where: Lyons, CO or Virutal

When: August 28, 2021

Learn More: https://www.venusdemiles.com/colorado/

Warrior Woman Ride

The Warrior Woman Ride boasts some of the best views in Southern Utah County. Participants will enjoy rolling hills, beautiful country sides, and the awesome new roads on the backside of Utah Lake!

Choose from the 30 or 15 mile event–this year, you can even ride VIRTUALLY. 

Where: Payson, UT or Vitually

When: September 11, 2021

Learn More: https://www.raceentry.com/warrior-woman-ride/race-information

Wildflower Trailfest

This is another one that I’ve done and loved. Wildflower Trailfest gives you the opportunity to do a non-cometetive OR competitive ride.

Registration includes a cute event tee and a participation gift for everyone; as well as a fun finish line celebration with music, drinks, vendors, massages, yoga, and more. It’s bascially a party for the ladies!

Where: Powder Mountain, UT

When: July 10, 2021

Learn More: https://wildfloweroutdoor.com/

Wildflower Pedalfest

The WIldflower Pedalfest, like the Wildflower Trailfest above, is a bike party for ladies! This one is on the road.

There is an option for everybody from a non-competitive 18 mile ride to a 65 mile suffer fest with timed hill climb.

Where: Morgan Valley, UT

When: August 14th, 2021

Learn More: https://wildfloweroutdoor.com/

Wild Goose Chase

I first heard of the Wild Goose Chase in our podcast interview with  Georgena Terry. The ride traditionally has featured low-traffic scenic county roads in and around Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge (NWR).

For 2021, however, the ride will be virtual.

Where: Virtual

When: TBD 2021

Learn More: http://www.friendsofblackwater.org/wild-goose-chase.html


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3 thoughts on “13 Women’s Only Cycling Events You’ll Love”

  1. Are the organizers of the Giro d’Italia, RCN, going to celebrate the centennial of Alfonsina Strada pracitication in the Giro, by inventing a women’s team to participate in 2024?

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