September Century Rides 2026
Find your next 100-mile or metric century cycling challenge in September. Verified events, route profiles, and regional weather guides.
September Cycling Conditions & Training Strategy
September is undisputed as the single most popular and active month for century riding in North America. With over 170 organized 100-mile events scheduled nationwide, the combination of crisp morning air, comfortable afternoon sunshine, and peak physical conditioning makes September the golden month of endurance cycling. Across the Northeast and northern Midwest, early autumn foliage begins to illuminate forest canopies in gold and crimson, while harvest century rides wind through apple orchards, hop fields, and rolling vineyards. Humidity drops significantly across the South and Mid-Atlantic, creating ideal conditions for fast, comfortable pacelines. From iconic legacy rides to local club classics, September is the ultimate celebration of road cyclingβa month when every weekend offers a world-class century experience.
π September Century Rides Across North America
95 Events PlottedAll-You-Can-Eat Century
AlabamaThe AYCE offers four routes ranging between 39 and 100 miles, with beautiful hill and valley scenery, as well as a few challenging climbs.
BBC 100 Annual Century / Time Trial
AlabamaOne of the most beautiful centuries in the Southeastβnow an entire weekend of events at a new location.
North Jefferson Century
AlabamaThis event is not described in the provided webpage text.
Loop de Loop
ArizonaPaved, vehicle-free urban century challenge entirely along the continuous Chuck Huckelberry Loop trail network.
Big Dam Bridge 100
ArkansasAn annual event in central Arkansas that celebrates the Big Dam Bridge over the Arkansas River, offering several routes ranging between 15 and 105 miles with beautiful mountain and river scenery.
Delta Century
ArkansasFast, flat century touring historic Mississippi River levee roads and delta agricultural plains.
2026 Central Coast Ride, Walk & Roll to Cure ALS
CaliforniaThe 2026 Central Coast Ride, Walk & Roll to Cure ALS is an annual endurance event for the ALS community, featuring three cycling routes and a walk & roll route, with support from start to finish and finish line festivities.
Bike MS: Waves to Wine
CaliforniaPremier fundraising tour following the Pacific Coastline and winding inland into Sonoma County wine country.
California Coast Classic
CaliforniaEpic 8-day, 525-mile coastal tour down Highway 1 along dramatic cliffs, ocean vistas, and Big Sur.
California Coast Classic Bike Tour
CaliforniaA 525-mile, self-paced cycling adventure from San Francisco to Los Angeles, pedaling along California's iconic Highway 1, through stunning scenery and coastal towns.
Fall River Century Gravel Grinder
CaliforniaA 65-mile gravel adventure across BLM land and Lassen National Forest, with volcanic terrain, ancient lava flows, quiet forested draws, and hardy plant life clinging to rock.
Lighthouse Century
CaliforniaThe Lighthouse Century offers routes for both new and experienced riders, with options for 40, 65, 75, and 100 miles. The event features scenic ocean views, rest stops, and a post-ride meal, and is limited to 1000 riders.
Mammoth Gran Fondo
CaliforniaThe Mammoth Gran Fondo is a 102-mile ride that takes place in Mammoth Lakes, CA, with proceeds going to support the educational and athletic programming of the Mammoth Mountain Community Foundation (MMCF).
Tour de Fox Wine Country
CaliforniaEnjoy the beauty of Sonoma County's sprawling wine region, rolling hills and views of nearby mountain ranges. There are three route options: 14 miles, 44 miles, and 72 miles, each featuring aid stations along the way.
Tour de Fuzz
CaliforniaThe Tour de Fuzz has been described as a one-of-a-kind event and the βFUNNEST RIDEβ in Northern California. The ride includes three scenic wine country ride options; 50k Enthusiast, 100k Roadie, and 100 Mile Commando Century.
CommonSpirit Denver Century Ride
ColoradoExplore Denver's urban cycling adventure, ride through diverse neighborhoods, parks, bike lanes, and trails, and support cycling advocacy.
Elevations Credit Union Buffalo Bicycle Classic
ColoradoThe Elevations Credit Union Buffalo Bicycle Classic is the University of Colorado Boulder's biggest scholarship fundraising cycling event. Riders can choose from 9 different courses, including the family-friendly Little Buff, and experience the rare opportunity to ride up Boulder Canyon while it's closed to vehicle traffic.
Mountains to the Desert Classic
ColoradoExperience the full Colorado beauty and grandeur of high mountains to desert terrain. Participate in this iconic ride to support our San Miguel County communities.
Tour de Vineyards
ColoradoScenic autumn metric touring through Palisade wine country, fruit orchards, and along the Colorado River.
Tour of the Moon
ColoradoPremier road cycling event in the western United States, showcasing the Colorado National Monument and its towering monoliths, sheer-walled red rock canyons, and panoramic views.
Savage Century
DelawareOne of the most scenic and challenging rides in the area, with routes of 40, 60, 80, or 100 miles, offering a variety of climbs and scenic vistas.
One Love Century
GeorgiaJoin 2000+ cyclists Labor Day weekend to support youth cycling in Atlanta with over 5 days of celebration and fellowship.
Six Gap Century
GeorgiaThe Six Gap Century's ultra challenging route takes you up and down six of the steepest climbs in the North Georgia Mountains, testing your stamina with over 11,200 feet of vertical climbing over the 104-mile course.
Honolulu Century Ride
HawaiiRide in Hawaiβiβs largest cycling event and HBLβs biggest fundraiser! The Honolulu Century Ride (HCR) is a 25-to-100-mile ride along OΚ»ahuβs gorgeous South Shore and Windward Coast.
Rebecca's Private Idaho
IdahoA Top Five Gravel Event by Global Cycling Network and one of the 25 Best Bike Rides in the World by Outside Magazine, it has taken place every September since 2013 in the backcountry of Sun Valley and Ketchum, Idaho.
2026 River to Rail Ride
IllinoisEnjoy scenic SAG-supported routes across the Middle Fork River Valley with routes ranging from 7.5 to 63 miles, suitable for beginners and families with young children.
Capital City Century
IllinoisLong-standing recreational bike ride with distances ranging from a short family ride to the 100-mile century.
Route 66 Ride
IllinoisPedal along historic Route 66 from St. Louis to Joliet and discover a scenic journey through quaint Midwestern towns, open farmland, and classic roadside attractions.
Dam to Dam Bike Ride
IndianaA tour of Wabash County, not a race, with routes of 15, 40, 60, 75, and 100 miles, with support stops and amenities.
Harvest 50 Gravel
IndianaThe Harvest 50 Gravel Race is hard, fast, and exhilarating ride through the scenic countryside of Boone County, Indiana, known for its top-notch organization, outstanding SAG stops, and a challenging yet rewarding course.
Harvest Homecoming Bicycle Tour
IndianaChallenging climbs and ridge views across Southern Indiana.
Marshall County Blueberry Cruise
IndianaMostly flat route held alongside the annual Blueberry Festival.
Pumpkinvine Classic
IndianaRide on the Pumpkinvine Nature Trail, a 17-mile multi-use paved trail, and explore the scenic farmland of northern Indiana. Choose from various routes, including a 100-mile century ride that covers almost the entire county.
Roundabout Ride
IndianaThis fun event will have two distance options, 25 miles and 50 miles, with post-ride meal and awards.
The Great Pumpkin Roll Ride
IndianaEvent proceeds benefit the Whitewater Canal Trail and the Cincinnati Cycle Club Philanthropy Foundation
Tour de Komen
IndianaThe 10th annual Tour de Komen is a 100-mile cycling event to benefit Wabash Valley Race For The Cure, taking place on September 19th, 2026, through Fishers, Carmel, Zionsville, and Terre Haute.
Tour de Ramps
IndianaThe Tour de Ramps is an annual century ride around Lake Monroe, with options to make it more challenging by visiting each of the 10 boat ramps. The event supports local cycling and a charity partner, Friends of Lake Monroe.
Gorilla Century
KansasHosted near Pittsburg State University, tracing quiet rural blacktop roads through southeast Kansas farmland.
Sunflower Century
KansasScenic late-summer ride through rolling oak-lined ridges, Kaw River bottomlands, and historic farm roads.
Bike to Beat Cancer 2026
KentuckyJoin the community and help save lives through the Norton Cancer Institute and Norton Childrenβs Cancer Institute, affiliated with the University of Louisville School of Medicine. The funds raised will help with prevention and early detection initiatives, advanced treatments, survivorship programs, and clinical research.
Bourbon Country Burn
KentuckyA three-day, fully-supported bicycle tour of the bourbon distilleries and Thoroughbred horse farms of Kentucky.
Limestone Cycling Tour
KentuckyThe Century, the Metric Century, the 40-mile, and the 25-mile courses are each appropriate for a different level of rider.
Limestone Cycling Tour 2026
KentuckyJoin Limestone Cycling League and Maysville Rotary for a scenic ride through the countryside.
Civil War Century
MarylandA ride for everyone β Earn bragging rights on the long and mountainous routes, look at the mountains on the mid-length routes, or enjoy a short scenic tour. All routes are well marked, we provide access to Ride with GPS course downloads, and maps are posted at the rest stops.
Indian Head 100
MarylandRide on the Indian Head Rail Trail
The Civil War Century
MarylandA ride for everyone β Earn bragging rights on the long and mountainous routes, look at the mountains on the mid-length routes, or enjoy a short scenic tour.
The Cranberry Country Century
MassachusettsCharles River Wheelers classic touring through rural southeastern Massachusetts and scenic cranberry bogs.
Apple Cider Century
MichiganOne-day bicycle tour through orchards, forests, and wine country in and around Three Oaks, Michigan, with routes of 15, 25, 37, 50, 62, 75, or 100 miles.
BFK's Fall Bike Celebration
MichiganBFK's Fall Bike Celebration offers a cycling experience unlike any other, featuring routes over the longest covered wooden bridge in Michigan, historic grist mill, and romantic banks of the mill pond, with a chance to explore the Amish country of northern Indiana and experience two states of mind.
Cornerstone 100
MichiganThe Cornerstone 100 Lake Erie Bicycle Tour will take place on September 12th, 2026, starting and ending at Monroe County Community College, Monroe, Michigan. The ride will take you through the most communities in Monroe County, with a rest stop at the City of Luna Pier, located directly on Lake Erie.
DALMAC
MichiganMichigan's Epic Labor Day Weekend Bicycle Tour, 7 routes from Lansing to Mackinaw City, fully supported, camping, and bikepacking event.
Lakeshore Harvest Ride
MichiganThis is the best time for a Michigan bike tour. September graces Southwest Michigan with dryer, cooler weather. The summer crowds have ebbed, but our harbor towns of Saugatuck/Douglas and South Haven are still bustling with cultural events and outdoor adventures.
Leelanau Harvest Tour
MichiganPedal through Scenic Leelanau County. Satisfy your senses in one of the premier cycling destinations in the USA! This isnβt just any tour, itβs a voyage guiding you through the Leelanau Peninsula, taking you on a one-day journey through the countryside with stunning Grand Traverse Bay and Lake Michigan views.
Midwest Tandem Rally
MichiganA short description was not provided.
Heck of the North Gravel Classic
MinnesotaThe Heck of the North Gravel Classic is a challenging course that will foster passion for cycling culture, promote strong community and business partnerships, and provide beautiful and challenging routes for riders.
Mississippi Delta Century
MississippiFast, flat classic touring wide-open Delta farmland, historic blues sites, and cotton country.
Pedal the Cause
MissouriA charity bike ride that funds cancer research in St. Louis, 100% of participant-raised donations seed, speed and lead cutting-edge cancer research at Siteman Cancer Center & Siteman Kids at St. Louis Children's Hospital.
Gravel Rascal / Pioneer Mountains Gravel
MontanaChallenging high-elevation gravel century traversing remote passes and ghost towns across the Pioneer Range.
Edible Pedal 100
NevadaScenic ride exploring Carson Valley, Washoe Valley, and the Sierra foothills paired with local food stops.
Race The Rails
NevadaA 25-mile road course for road bikers and a 10-mile mountain bike course through beautiful mountains surrounding Ely. The event supports the Great Basin Trails Alliance and features a steam locomotive and bicycle race, with a finisher's medal for all participants.
Silver State 508
NevadaLegendary endurance challenge crossing the Loneliest Highway in America and ten rugged mountain passes.
Tour de Tahoe (Bike Big Blue)
NevadaCircumnavigation of Lake Tahoe with dramatic alpine views, Emerald Bay climbs, and an optional 100-mile loop.
Covered Bridge Century
New HampshireThe Covered Bridge Century is a popular road cycling event held in the scenic New Hampshire countryside.
City to Shore (Bike MS 150)
New JerseyFast, flat century cruising through the Pine Barrens to the ocean boardwalk in Ocean City.
Gran Fondo NJ (Garden State Fondo)
New JerseyPremier gran fondo through the rolling wooded hills, reservoirs, and countryside of northern NJ.
Jersey Devil Century
New JerseyThe Jersey Devil Century is the club's premier ride, with routes that wander through rural countryside and small towns in Cumberland and Salem counties. The terrain is mostly flat with just enough climbs to challenge new riders and add interest for the experienced rider.
Sourland Spectacular Century
New JerseyDemanding climbs and scenic descents through the heavily forested boulders and preserves of Sourland Mountain.
Twin Lights Ride
New JerseyNamed after the iconic Navesink Twin Lights, this ride has been a favorite of local cyclists, New Yorkers, and visitors from around the country for more than two decades. Five routes ranging from 15 to 100 miles take you along the Jersey shore, over undulating hills, and past quaint farms to our finish festival where local restaurants come out to serve up their best to hungry ridersβitβs the greatest way to wind down your summer riding season.
Enchantment Route β Full Distance
New MexicoEnchantment Route β Full Distance: A three-day, approximately 300-mile event taking place in the high desert of New Mexico.
NYC Century Bike Tour
New YorkThe nation's iconic 100-mile urban ride traversing all five boroughs, historic bridges, greenways, and city parks.
Blue Ridge Escape
North CarolinaJoin us for the Blue Ridge Escape, a 6-day fully supported bicycle tour through the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina.
Blue Ridge Parkway Century Challenge
North CarolinaScenic high-elevation tour climbing iconic overlooks, viaducts, and ridge passes along the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Bridge to Bridge Incredible Challenge
North CarolinaEpic 102-mile mountain challenge climbing over 8,000 vertical feet to the summit of Grandfather Mountain.
Hancock Horizontal Hundred 2026
OhioFour distances, all on the roads locals love. Indoor everything β registration, finish, food, after-party β at the Findlay VFW. A 52-year tradition, rebuilt.
Huntington Towpath Century Ride
OhioScenic continuous route entirely along the historic Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath.
Irish Hills Bicycle Tour
OhioThe 53rd IRISH HILLS TOUR traverses the varied terrain of Northwestern Ohio and Southeastern Michigan. The shorter loops are flat, while the longer routes enter rolling hills, passing horse farms and lakes.
Ohio PopTart Dart-Pop
OhioTeam of 3-5 machines, stick together, cover ~120km in 8 hours.
Ohio to Erie Trail Adventure
OhioExperience Ohio from end to end on one of the state's most iconic cycling adventures. The Ohio to Erie Trail Adventure follows the renowned Ohio to Erie Trail from the banks of the Ohio River in Milford to the shores of Lake Erie in Cleveland.
Bike MS Oregon (Ride the Valley)
OregonScenic charity century winding past lush vineyards, rolling hazelnut groves, and historic wine country.
Peach of a Century
OregonLate-summer harvest century traversing rolling country roads, hop fields, and fruit orchards around the Mid-Willamette Valley.
Ride the Rim
OregonRide, run or walk on vehicle-free days at Crater Lake National Park, with a safe space to enjoy the park on two wheels, one wheel, or by your own feet.
Ride the Rogue
OregonA celebration of cycling with a party, supporting the Rogue River Greenway Trail. Options for all levels of riders, with excellent support and refreshments.
Covered Bridge Century
PennsylvaniaRolling farmland ride crossing through historic wooden covered bridges and tranquil Amish country.
The Great Allegheny Passage Century Ride
PennsylvaniaThe Great Allegheny Passage Century Ride is a 100-mile ride that takes place on the Great Allegheny Passage trail, a 150-mile rail-trail that runs from Pittsburgh, PA to Cumberland, MD. The ride is a scenic tour of the beautiful mountains and valleys of Western Pennsylvania.
Tour des Trees - SC
South CarolinaA multiday, supported bike tour promoting and teaching people about proper tree care and the importance of tree research.
Mickelson Trail Century Trek
South DakotaPremier 109-mile crushed-limestone rail-trail traversing historic mining towns, railroad trestles, and mountain meadows.
Bicycle Ride Across Tennessee (BRAT)
TennesseeA multi-day bicycle tour through a different part of Tennessee each year, showcasing small towns, Tennessee countryside, and state parks.
Memphis Cottonmouth Century
TennesseeFast-paced late-summer century through quiet rural farmland, river bottoms, and rolling western Tennessee blacktop.
Moab Century Tour
UtahOur Scenery Can't Be Matched. Offering exhilarating road cycling events in the spectacular red rock canyons, arches, and mountains of Moab, Utah.
Civil War Century
VirginiaChallenging century and metric century rides traversing historic battlegrounds
Shenandoah Valley Century Ride
Virginia1-2 sentence compelling summary of route and event
Surry Century Ride
VirginiaFlat and rolling coastal routes offering metric and full 100-mile century options through peanut and timber country south of the James River.
Badger Challenge
WisconsinThis scenic century ride is the perfect challenge for cycling enthusiasts. You'll experience a breadth of quintessentially Wisconsin settings, including farmsteads with grazing cattle, charming lake views, shady woodlands and rolling fields.
Door County Century
WisconsinThe Door County Century is the original century distance cycling event welcoming 3,000 riders each year to the scenic Door County peninsula. Choose from four course lengths: 30, 50, 70 or 100 miles.
Wright Stuff Century Ride
WisconsinEnjoy beautiful views of Wisconsin's Driftless region including Frank Lloyd Wrightβs Taliesin and Unity Chapel. We have three challenging routes, all starting at Brigham Park in Blue Mounds.