BLACK FRIDAY SALE
Enough of the month-long "sales"—we're bringing back the good, old-fashioned rush for a great deal!
Registration opens on Friday, November 28th @ 10:00 AM EST.
TIER 1 (First 100 Registrations): $35 OFF Your Registration
TIER 2 (Remainder of the Day): $30 OFF Your Registration
Set your alarm! The best discount is only available for the fastest 100 cyclists.
Countdown to Registration Open!
RIDE DISTANCE & START TIME
45 MILE (8:00 AM Start Time)
45 MILE (8:30 AM Start Time)
30 MILE (9:00 AM Start Time)
30 MILE (9:30 AM Start Time)
15 MILE (10:00 AM Start Time)
Post-Ride Entry Only
6th Annual
Bikes & Beers Kent Island, MD
CULT CLASSIC BREWING
Saturday, July 11th, 2026
Register for Maryland's 6th Annual Bikes & Beers Kent Island - Bike Ride & Beer Festival 2026, the premier cycling event series departing from Cult Classic Brewing in Kent Island, MD! Choose your challenge from a 15, 30, or 50-mile ride through the beautiful areas of trail and less-traveled roads of Eastern Shore Maryland, complete with morning fuel stations, fully marked routes, rest stops, and SAG support for all riding levels. Finish back at Cult Classic for an unforgettable post-ride beer festival atmosphere, where you'll enjoy two complimentary craft beers in an official B&B pint glass, live music, food trucks, games, sponsor giveaways, and a massive charity raffle with over $3,000 in prizes, all while benefiting local cycling charities. Have fun and give back!
A CELEBRATION OF CYCLING, CRAFT BEER & GIVING BACK!
America's Favorite Bike Rides
Celebrating 14 Years of Providing
The Most Fun You'll Have on Two Wheels!
Since 2013, we’ve hosted 200+ EVENTS at 80+ BREWERIES across 20 STATES with 135,000+ RIDERS!
Celebratory beers served... Uncountable!
MORNING CHECK IN
• Check in and meet your fellow riders!
• Get your custom bike plate & wristband
• Enjoy coffee, snacks, and pastries!
• Local bike shops offering safety checks
THE RIDE
• Fully marked routes & GPS instructions!
• Ride leaders for pacing
• Mechanical support vehicles
• Rest stops with snacks & refreshments!
FINISH STRONG!
• Bikes & Beers 2026 pint glass & koozie
• Food trucks, live music & more
• Charity raffle with over $3000 in prizes!
WHAT COMES WITH YOUR REGISTRATION
Partnering Charity Raffle
Charity Benefit Raffle at the Conclusion of the Event!
$3,000+ in RAFFLE PRIZE GIVEAWAYS!
• Everyone gets a chance to win!
• NEW BIKE IS ALWAYS THE TOP PRIZE
Raffle proceeds benefit our charity partners. Have fun and give back!
The SWAG Bag!
• Official Bikes & Beers X CULT CLASSIC BREWING 2026 Collectors Pint Glass
• (2) Craft Beers Tickets Included!
• High-Quality Neoprene Beer Koozie
• Special Edition Event Sticker (Collect Them All!)
• Raffle Ticket for a Chance to WIN PRIZES!
• Custom Numbered Bike Plate - Event Photos!
• Morning, Rest Stop, and Post-Ride Snacks
CHOOSE YOUR CHALLENGE
15-Mile: The Cross Island Trail Cruise 🌿
Your ride begins at Cult Classic Brewing, located in a unique former supermarket building on the beloved Eastern Shore. Under local police escort, you'll immediately join Queen Anne’s County’s Cross Island Trail. This flat, serene, and car-free path runs the width of Kent Island for six miles, leaving you directly at a convenient rest stop to fuel up. After a brief stint on a bike-friendly road, you rejoin the trail for the final push back to the brewery. Finish strong for a well-earned post-ride beer!
30-Mile: The Queentown Explorer 🏘️
This course shares the exciting start of the 15-Mile ride from Cult Classic Brewing and utilizes the scenic Cross Island Trail. After your first rest stop, the adventure extends further southeast toward Queentown, MD. Enjoy another long out-and-back stretch on flat, fast, less-traveled roads, admiring picturesque local homes and quiet Eastern Shore landscapes. You'll stop again for a second rest stop before reconnecting directly with the bike trail that guides you back to the brewery. Finish strong and enjoy the most refreshing post-ride cold one on us!
50-Mile: The Romancoke Pier Scenic Loop ⛵
The 50-Mile route encompasses the full experience of both the 15 and 30-Mile courses, including the run through Queentown and the two early rest stops. After rejoining the bike trail back toward the brewery, the 50-Mile route makes a turn to put you on a ten-mile straightaway to your final destination: Romancoke Pier. Take a breather and enjoy the amazing, expansive views from the pier! From there, you follow flat and fast roads (with an optional bike path available) all the way back to the brewery. Finish strong and grab an ice-cold one (or two)—you deserve it!
CHECK THIS VIDEO TO LEARN MORE
WHAT OUR RIDERS SAY
EMMA
Herndon, VA
Two tasty craft beers waiting for you when you cross the finish line! There's no better prize than that. The charity raffle was a great way to conclude the event!
JEFF
Hershey, PA
Very smooth overall experience. They clearly do their best to avoid as many stops, left-hand turns, and hazards on the road. A well-thought-out route with plenty of rest stops.
BROOKS
Cincinnati, OH
The ride was great to do with my girlfriend and other friends! The after-party is a game-changer that sets it apart from other rides I've done. Keep the party going with some beers & live music!
COLBY
Stratford, CT
Great route design with lots of ride support. Route arrows were easy to follow. I was happy to see the Bikes & Beers pint glasses waiting for us as we returned. Ahhh BEER!
CELEBRATING 6 YEARS IN KENT ISLAND!
Bike Hoppy AI Assistant
Ride Location
CULT CLASSIC BREWING - 1169 Shopping Center Rd
Kent Island, MD 21666 US
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Countdown to Event Day!
"VOLUNTEER FOR BEER" PROGRAM
Earn a 50% OFF Bikes & Beers registration by volunteering.
Limited volunteer spots available, and they fill up fast!
THE PERKS YOU'LL RECEIVE:
• Volunteer T-Shirt
• Free Entry into the Post-Ride Party
• Official Bikes & Beers 2026 Collectors Pint Glass
• (2) Craft Beers Tickets Included!
• High-Quality Neoprene Beer Koozie
• Special Edition Event Sticker (Collect Them All!)
• Raffle Ticket for a Chance to WIN PRIZES!
• Morning, Rest Stop, and Post-Ride Snacks
EXTRA PERKS FOR REST STOP VOLUNTEERS:
Will receive all of the above, as well as a 100% OFF future B&B registration and your choice of $50 in additional B&B merch at our merch booth in the post-ride party!
Join the community of hundreds of B&B volunteers. Enjoy the day, helping support our partnering charities raise money in a fun way!
MUCH MORE THAN A BIKE RIDE
Out of our shared love for cycling, craft beer, and giving back to the local community, Bikes & Beers was born! We knew from the start this combination was a match made in heaven. Our events bring cyclists of all levels together for a fun, challenging weekend ride followed by an unforgettable post-ride brewery party!
The Bikes & Beers experience is about celebrating the journey and the destination. Every ride features well-marked routes, mechanical support, and scenic views, ensuring you have the best possible time on two wheels. When you cross the finish line, the reward is waiting: a celebratory atmosphere at one of America's best craft breweries, complete with complimentary craft beers, live music, local food trucks, and plenty of camaraderie.
Since our first event in 2013, we've continuously strived for improvement in both the cycling and beer experience. This passion has allowed us to grow exponentially, hosting Bikes & Beers at over 80 breweries in 20 states with more than 135,000 cyclists attending! But our mission extends beyond the ride; we are dedicated to supporting the communities we visit, raising awareness and funds for local cycling advocacy groups.
Our riders mean everything to us. You are the heartbeat of Bikes & Beers, and your support fuels our ability to grow and give back. Thank you for joining us on this incredible journey!
