Redlands Bicycle Classic (2025)

Love cycling? You won’t want to miss the the Redlands Bicycle Classic. A yearly cycling race, it’s become famous for attracting competition from throughout the world. The race lasts multiple days and features challenging courses. Fans line the streets to cheer for the cyclists. It is known for its tough climbs and fast sprints. 

So much more than a bike race: kids races, amazing vendor village, Legends Fondo ride for local rec riders, and school visits.  Come for the bike race, stay for the fun.

What to do in Redlands During the Redlands Bicycle Classic

The following are some of our favorite events and happenings during this fabulous bike race right here in our home town.

Attend a Race (or Multiple)

There are more than 25 different races during the Redlands Bicycle Classic, including a family-friendly 5K Fun Walk for those who are not ready to ride. Start times and locations vary. Races take place on the following days: 

• Wednesday, April 9
• Thursday, April 10
• Friday, April 11
• Saturday, April 12
• Sunday, April 13

View the Complete Schedule of Events

Explore Vendor Village

Vendor Village at the Redlands Bicycle Classic is exciting and fun. Many booths sell gear, food, and souvenirs. Visitors can meet cyclists and get autographs. Local businesses showcase products and services. Families enjoy games, music, and tasty treats. It’s a great place to relax and explore.

Go on Your Own Bike Tour

Redlands has so much to offer, but the best part is its vibrant community. Among the many creative and passionate locals are the amazing folks at Pedego Electric Bikes. Blending their love for Redlands and biking, they’ve designed two fantastic self-guided e-bike tours!

Don’t assume these self-guided routes need to be followed to the letter. They may be disrupted by Bike Classic. Use them as inspiration and explore wherever your heart peddles.

Visit Historic Downtown Redlands

Stroll through charming shops, cafes, and restaurants in Redlands’ historic downtown corridor. Want to keep everyone engaged? Turn your adventure into a game with our Historic Walking Tour Quiz. It’s geared to be family-friendly, so kids and adults can participate.

Find All 40 (and countring) Murals in Downtown Redlands

Depending on how you count, there are at least 40 painted wall murals in and around State Street in Redlands. These works of art are part of the charm that helps make our downtown area so unique.

Raise a Toast at a Local Brewery

From cozy microbreweries to renowned brewhouses, these local spots serve some of the best pours—perfect for family outings or date nights.

Get a Caffeinated Pick-Me-Up at Some of Redlands Top Coffee Shops

From charming cafés and top-tier roasters to local markets and artisan bakeries, these Redlands coffee spots serve some of the finest pours around.

Refuel with Some of the Best Bites in Redlands

Redlands has a vibrant food scene with diverse dining options. From cozy cafés to upscale eateries, there’s something for everyone. Local favorites serve delicious meals with fresh, high-quality ingredients.

The following is just a sampling of our restaurant guides. As you can see, we can’t get enough of these flavor-packed places to eat in Redlands:

• Pizza Guide
• Taco Tour
• Redlands BEST Burgers
• Vegan Friendly Restaurants
• Dog-Friendly Restaurants in Redlands
• Signature Cocktail Tour
• Redlands Date Night Guide
• Restaurants with Patios
• Can’t Miss Breakfast Spots

Redlands Bicycle Classic BONUS TIPS

To accommodate the Bike Classic, there will be several road closures on Saturday, April 13 and Sunday, April 14. A detailed map and road closure times have been provided by the Bike Classic:

• Downtown Road Closures
• Sunset Loop Road Closures

Host a Cyclist During the Redlands Bicycle Classic

When the Redlands Bicycle Classic, presented by the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians, began 40 years ago, one of the first priorities was finding homes for cycling teams to stay in while competing. At the time, Redlands had few hotels and motels, making host families essential to the event’s success. Over the years, the Classic has grown in both the number of cycling teams and the number of competition stages spread over five days.

Marian and Jere Chrispens of Yucaipa are among the many families who have welcomed race teams, and they plan to do so again during the week of April 9-13, 2025. Longtime bicycle enthusiasts, the Chrispens raised five children—four boys and a girl—who are now grown and living in different states. “So now we have a large house with empty bedrooms,” said Marian Chrispens. Their love for cycling led them to host teams, as they once took bicycle tours in the U.S. and abroad with their children and friends.

In 2024, the Chrispens hosted the Above and Beyond Cancer team, which included eight riders, a manager, a mechanic, and a coordinator who handled groceries and helped with meals. “We had a good time getting to know them and a little bit about where they came from. The team members were from many different places and one was from outside the U.S. He raced here while he was in the country attending a university,” Marian said

“They were a delightful group, full of energy and laughter! We were impressed with their service to the Redlands community. While here they visited several schools in Redlands to promote good living and exercise.” The Chrispens attended races and social events throughout the five-day Classic and enjoy opening their home to others, whether for cycling or medical care at Loma Linda University Medical Center.

“We’re looking forward to hosting another team of riders.” With the 2025 event approaching, host housing coordinator Robyn Purves is seeking more residents in Highland, Yucaipa, and Redlands to welcome cycling teams. Hosts provide a clean place to sleep, shower, and store bikes, with no obligation to cook or clean for the riders.

What's Required to Be a Host

People who agree to house riders must provide a bed or air mattress to include clean bedding. Sleeping bags are acceptable. Teams are used to sharing a room.

Interested in housing two or three riders or have room for a whole team? Please contact any of the three coordinators and provide them with your name, address, home and cell phone numbers and an email address.

Contact: Robyn4RBC@gmail.com; Shannon4RBC@gmail.com or Stacey4RBC@gmail.com