2025 San Francisco Bay Area Cycling Events

The Greater SF Bay Area's cycling community is thriving, and 2025 promises to be an exceptional year. We've curated a comprehensive guide to the most exciting upcoming cycling events throughout the San Francisco Bay Area region, including rides in Dublin, Fremont, Santa Rosa, Moraga, Watsonville, Los Altos Hills, Novato, Redwood City, and Palo Alto.

Bay Area Spring Cycling Events (March-May 2025)

49th Cinderella Classic

Date: April 5, 2025 Location: 7600 Amador Valley Blvd, Dublin, CA Description: The Original Women Only bike ride through the beautiful rolling hills of San Francisco Bay.

2025 Primavera Century

Date: April 13, 2025 Location: 41717 Palm Avenue, Fremont, CA, 94539 Description: Ride the best of the East Bay's scenic roads in the Primavera Century! Ride tree-shaded Palomares Canyon, past Livermore vineyards and wineries and by the wind turbines on Altamont Pass. After lunch at a winery, ride past Calaveras Reservoir and descend the Calaveras Wall. Return to the start for a hearty meal.

Tierra Bella Bicycle Tour

Date: May 3, 2025 Location: 7050 Miller Ave, Gilroy CA 95020 Description: The Almaden Cycle Touring Club invites you to celebrate Spring by riding some of the prettiest roads in southern Santa Clara County on our 46th annual Tierra Bella Bicycle Tours.

Delta Century

Date: May 3, 2025 Location: 1973 West Turner Road, Lodi, California Description: The Stockton Bicycle Club invites you to the 45th Delta Century, a Northern California classic - among the flattest and fastest 100 miles or 100 kilometers anywhere!

Wine Country Century

Date: May 3, 2025 Location: 50 Mark West Springs Road, Santa Rosa, CA 95403 Description: Three scenic Wine Country routes, great food and drink, and over 400 warm and welcoming Volunteers to support your ride and make it a day to remember!

Grizzly Peak Century

Date: May 4, 2025 Location: 1928 St. Mary's Rd., Moraga, CA 94556 Description: 50th Anniversary of the Grizzly Peak Century Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or new to the sport, this milestone event promises breathtaking views, camaraderie, and memories to last a lifetime.

Strawberry Fields Forever

Date: May 18, 2025 Location: 500 Harkins Slough Rd, Watsonville, CA, 95076 Description: Strawberry Fields Forever is an annual benefit bike ride through some of the most beautiful regions of Santa Cruz County.

Bay Area Summer Cycling Events (June-August 2025)

The Sequoia

Date: June 1, 2025 Location: 12345 El Monte Rd, Los Altos Hills, CA 94022 Description: Join The Sequoia for a thrilling cycling experience set amidst the captivating coastal mountains and redwood forests of the San Francisco Bay Area. With a variety of course options including a Century, a 75-mile Challenge, a Metric Century, and a 38-mile Fun Ride, The Sequoia offers a chance to immerse yourself in the "Challengingly Beautiful" mountain scenery that defines our region.

Giro Bello

Date: July 12, 2025 Location: 50 Mark West Springs Rd, Santa Rosa, CA 95403 Description: The Giro Bello is the primary fund raiser for the Rotary Club of Santa Rosa to conduct community service projects both locally and internationally.

Marin Century

Date: August 2, 2025 Location: 3549 Novato Blvd. Novato, CA 94947 Description: The Marin Century has been staged every year since 1963. We go above and beyond to ensure the safety and enjoyment our riders have come to expect. Well marked routes with SAG, California Highway Patrol presence at major intersections, qualified first aid and bike repair personnel at rest stops and a dedicated ambulance posted in the remote region of West Marin.

Civilized Century

Date: August 3, 2025 Location: 2800 Bridge Pkwy, Redwood City, CA 94065 Description: The course offers scenic views of the Peninsula Bay Area, a jaunt across Dumbarton Bridge, loop around Facebook/Meta campus, and a few hidden trails. Designed for safety, the South Bay section is clockwise to minimize left turns. And an overall portion of the course is trail, bike lane, or low car traffic.

Bay Area Fall Cycling Events (September-November 2025)

Tour de Cure: Northern California

Date: September 28, 2025 Location: 1501 Page Mill Rd. Palo Alto, CA 94304 Description: By joining the Tour de Cure fundraising event, you'll help us increase awareness, provide vital programs, fund lifesaving research, and work toward a cure for diabetes.

Event Preparation Checklist

  • Essential Equipment
  • Training and Conditioning
    • Match events to your current fitness level
    • Gradually build up to more challenging rides
    • Consider distance and elevation gain when selecting events
    • Participate in regular community rides for preparation
    • Always warm up properly before each training session
  • Safety Considerations
    • Always wear your helmet properly
    • Check weather conditions before each ride
    • Bring identification and emergency contact information
    • Know basic bike maintenance and repair

Ready to Ride in the Bay Area?

The 2025 Greater Bay Area cycling calendar showcases the region's diverse and vibrant cycling community. From scenic routes in Dublin and Fremont to challenging rides in Moraga and Santa Rosa, these events offer countless opportunities to explore the Bay Area's beautiful landscapes, connect with fellow cyclists, and support meaningful causes. Whether you're riding in Novato, Watsonville, Los Altos Hills, Redwood City, or Palo Alto, remember to check event websites regularly for updates, as details and dates may change.

 

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