23RD ANNUAL KAWARTHA LAKES CLASSIC CYCLING TOUR

23rd Annual Kawartha Lakes Classic Cycling Tour

Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026
Location: Oakwood Lions Mariposa Community Hall, Kawartha Lakes, ON
Presented by: A Place Called Home & Kawartha Cycling Club

The 23rd Annual Kawartha Lakes Classic Cycling Tour returns on August 29, 2026, offering one of Southern Ontario’s most scenic and exciting ride experiences. Choose from fully supported road, trail, and gravel routes while helping raise funds for A Place Called Home, an emergency shelter serving Kawartha Lakes and Haliburton County. Routes are designed by members of the Kawartha Cycling Club!

Route Options – 2026

• Road – 160 km
• Road – 100 km
• Gravel (Road & Trail) – 70 km
• Road – 50 km
• Road & Trail – 20 km
• Road – 20 km

What’s Included:

• Rest stops with nutritious refreshments
• On‑route support and motorcycle escorts
• Complimentary post‑ride lunch from Boston Pizza – Lindsay
• Cash bar at lunch after the ride
• A welcoming post‑ride atmosphere to relax, refuel, and celebrate your ride
• Ample parking at the start/finish venue

Start Times

Start times will be staggered by route, with full details available on the event website.

Route Files

GPX files will be included in the participant package, released one week before the event.

Inclusivity

Riders of all ages, abilities, and experience levels are welcome.
E‑bikes are welcome, and the event is perfect for individuals, families, and cycling enthusiasts looking for a memorable day on the bike.

Fundraising Incentives

Participants can take advantage of great fundraising incentives designed to celebrate your impact and inspire generosity.

Why Ride?

In 2025, more than 170 cyclists raised over $44,000 for A Place Called Home. Every scenic kilometer supports individuals experiencing homelessness in the City of Kawartha Lakes and the County of Haliburton.

Best cycling tour in the Kawartha Lakes!

Registration

Registration will go live in March on Race Roster, with early‑bird, youth, and student pricing available.

More Information

Event details and updates: https://kawarthaclassic.com/

Ride for the challenge. Ride for the community. Ride for A Place Called Home!