Riverside Citrus Classic 2026

Riverside Citrus Classic – Rider Information

Thank you for registering for the Riverside Citrus Classic! Your participation helps fund enriching educational programs for more than 43,000 students in the Riverside Unified School District.

Course Details

• Route Options: This fun and scenic ride offers multiple route options to suit all experience levels, including 7-mile, 30-mile, Half-Century (50-mile), and Century (100-mile) courses.
• Starting Point: All rides begin at the Riverside Plaza.
• Scenic Views: Every route showcases the beautiful citrus belt, while the longer distances extend onto the Santa Ana River Trail.
• Terrain Challenges: Riders will experience more challenging, hilly terrain through Riverside, Redlands, Yucaipa, and Lake Perris.

Rest Stops

Rest stops will be available along each route and are fully stocked with refreshments. Many are staffed by students and organizations that have directly benefited from grants funded by this event.

Important Safety Information

• Open Course: This is not a closed course. Riders must obey all traffic laws and rules of the road at all times.
• Vehicle Awareness: You will be sharing the road with vehicles—please ride safely and stay alert.
• Route Changes: All routes are subject to change, including directions and rest stop locations.

Route Links

• 7 Mile Family Ride
• 30 Mile Ride
• Half Century Ride
• Century Ride

Registration & Deadlines

• Registration Closure: Registration closes on ACTIVEworks at 11:59 PM on Thursday, October 8, 2026.
• On-site Registration: Available on Friday, October 9 from 5:00–7:00 PM and on Saturday, October 10 (Ride Day) beginning at 5:30 AM.
• T-shirt Offer: Register by September 21 to receive a free Citrus Classic t-shirt.

Ride Schedule

• 6:30 AM: Century (100 miles)
• 8:00 AM: Half-Century (50 miles)
• 9:00 AM: 30-Mile Ride
• 9:30 AM: 7-Mile Family Ride

Ride duration will vary depending on course length and rider pace.

Course Navigation

All Riverside Citrus Classic riders will receive access to premium navigation features via the Ride with GPS app, including:

• Voice Navigation:
• Offline Maps:
• PDF Maps: and cue sheets
• Advanced Notifications: with TCX files

Rules & Safety

• All participants must sign a liability waiver.
• Helmet Requirement: Helmets are required.
• Riders under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
• The event takes place rain or shine. All entries are non-refundable.

Century Ride Limit

There is an 8.5-hour time limit for the 100-mile course. Support services (SAG, signage, and finish-line experience) are not guaranteed after 3:00 PM.

Directions

From the 91 Freeway, exit Central Avenue. Head west two blocks to the Riverside Plaza and follow “RIDE EVENT” signs to registration and staging.

Address:
3535 Riverside Plaza Drive
Riverside, CA 92506

Parking

Parking is available throughout the Riverside Plaza area.

Event Information

For more details, visit the official race page: Riverside Citrus Classic Registration.