The 9th Annual Tour de Mount Vernon is dedicated to our friend and inspiration, Dave Evans.Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 9th Annual Tour de Mount Vernon community bike ride on Saturday October 19, 2024, starting and ending at the Workhouse Arts Center.
We invite you to join us on a scenic ride through the southern and central parts of the Mount Vernon District! Visit the Potomac Banks partners while exploring the hidden gems of our community.
TdMV Ride Registration Information:
Early Bird Specialuntil August 31: Fee is $30 per rider. Registration includes Tour de Mount Vernon Socks, 1 free day pass to Gunston Hall, sweet potato chili lunch from La Prima Catering and a $5 donation to Fairfax Alliance for Better Bicycling.
Registration from September 1-October 19: Fee is $35 per rider. Registration includes 1 free day pass to Gunston Hall, sweet potato chili lunch from La Prima Catering, a $5 donation to Fairfax Alliance for Better Bicycling and MAY include Tour de Mount Vernon Socks while supplies last.
Youth & Family Ride Registration Information:
Fee is $15 per rider. Registration is mandatory for all participants. Each child must be accompanied by an adult during the entirety of the event. One adult may accompany up to five children. Registration includes a 3 mile bike route, bike rodeo, hands on activities, takeaway bag and snack.
FAQ
NO REFUNDS due to event cancellation or if the purchaser did not attend the event. Event is rain or shine.
NO TRANSFERS of registration to other riders.
TdMV ride only: Children 15-17 are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult. Experienced riders only.
Helmets are required for all rides, no exceptions.
Liability waiver is required and will be completed during registration.
Bathrooms can be found in building 3 on the Workhouse Quad, the rest stop, and at key site locations along the route.
If you’re planning to ride the 40-mile, long route, there are a few updates regarding access to Fort Belvoir. Unfortunately, due to recent security measures, we will not be able to ride through Fort Belvoir. Access is now limited to those with DoD ID cards and their sponsored guests, and it’s not feasible to pre-vet participants at this time, even if you have already submitted your information. While this was a tough decision, it was made by Fort Belvoir Leadership with safety and security as the top priority. We have created a new version of the long route that will take you further into Mason Neck for an equally scenic experience.
TdMV Ride Highlights:
Workhouse Arts Center
Lorton Police Station and Animal Shelter
Mason Neck State Park - Long Route only
Gunston Hall
Pohick Bay Regional Park - Rest Stop
National Museum of the U.S. Army - Long Route only
Gerry Connolly Cross County Trail
Youth & Family Ride Highlights:
Workhouse Arts Center
Fairfax County Park Authority Central Green
Bike Rodeo - bike safety and fun activities
Bike Safety Vendors
Bike Parade
Interested in helping? We have many volunteer opportunities:
Wednesday before: Ride packet stuffing
Friday before: Marking the route (must be 18 or older)
Day of the event
Set up and check-in
Ride support (must be able to drive) - ride ambassadors & route guides
Ride bag distribution
Serving lunch
Clean-up
Additional questions? Reach out to Cassidy.Donaghy@fairfaxcounty.gov
Agenda on Ride Day for TdMV Ride:
7:45-8:30 a.m. – Check-in
8:30 a.m. – Ride Start
11:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. – Ride complete. Pick up your ride bag and enjoy food, fun, music and beverages from Bunnyman Brewery!
Agenda on Ride Day for Youth and Family Ride:
8:30-9:00 a.m. – Check-in
9:00 a.m. – Ride Start - 3 miles loop of Park Authority Central Green
9:00 -11:00 a.m. – Bike Rodeo and Hands-on Activities
Interested in sponsoring or donating to the Tour de Mount Vernon Community Bike Ride? We welcome you to contact us at mtvernon@fairfaxcounty.gov for more information.
