The North East Regional Championship State Fair Meadowlands
at Giants Stadium Fairgrounds, Rutherford, NJ
June 29 [Register]
New Jersey State Fair at Giants Stadium Fairgrounds is the largest in New Jersey. 18 days full of action-packed fun for the entire family. This annual family-friendly event runs late June through early July and features thrilling rides, plenty of FREE entertainment with dazzling performers, delicious food, games, exhibits, shopping and discount promotional nights. Special events include Belmont Festival of Magic, Fearless Flores Thrill Show, Great American Frontier Show, Cow Town USA, More Than Juggling With The 1-armed Juggler, Hypnotist Steve Bayner, Racing Pigs, Petting Zoo, Strolling Musicians & Costumed Characters. This year we are expecting over 1000 riders. Top off your fun-filled days by watching the excitement of a professional cycling event. For more information visit www.njstatefair.com.
Burlington/Bristol Time Trial PENDING
Burlington, NJ/Bristol, PA
July 4, 2008
This is a combined event between two different cities in two different states across the Delaware River. Riders will race individually against the clock striving for the lowest overall race time. They will ride across the Reed Street Bridge beginning in Burlington and ending in Bristol. There will be festivals in both cities with ferries shuttling attendees back and forth between the two. For more information, visit www.burlingtonnj.us/.
Schooley’s Mountain Road Race - A Classic [Register]
Long Valley, NJ
July 6, 2008
Enjoy the beautiful country side in Western NJ. This race takes place through ten miles of scenic Long Valley, NJ. Come out and enjoy the day while watching professional racers compete not only against each other, but also against this challenging, hilly course. The best viewing locations are in Schooley’s Mountain Park on Camp Washing Road off of Route 517. For additional information, visit www.longvalleynj.com.
Burlington Tour de Lights [Register]
Burlington Festival of Lights, Delaware River Promenade, Burlington, NJ
August 16, 2008
This is the fifteenth annual festival of lights along the Delaware River in scenic Burlington NJ. The festival boasts children’s rides and amusements, non-stop, live music, a beer garden, free tours of historic sites, a boat parade and competition down the Delaware River at dusk, and ending in a firework finale. Tour de Lights and has been an integral part of this festival for the last three years. Come see over 500 riders as they race through the streets.
For additional information, visit www.burlingtonnj.us/.
Tour of Nutley Race and Festival [Register]
Nutley, NJ
September 7, 2008
Premiere is bringing back the historic Tour of Nutley. In the early 80’s the Tour of Nutley was televised on Wild World of Sports. Past racers included Gregg Lemond, the first American to ever win the Tour de France, George Hincappi, a U.S Postal Team racer and a team member of Lance Armstrong during his Tour De France winning years. Watch big names racers riding through the streets of Nutley as they did years ago. Best race viewing locations are in front of the High School on Franklin Ave.
This race is combined with a festival which includes music, children’s inflatable rides, local crafts and food. Come for the festival and enjoy the excitement of a professional bike race with live DJ and professional announcer. It’s fun for the whole family. For additional information on Nutley happenings, go to www.nutleynj.org.
The Ocean County One Day - Two Stage Points Event Race PENDING
Long Beach Island
September 21, 2008
This is a one-day, two-stage race where cyclists race consisting of a 7 mile Time Trial and an in-town Criterium. Come out to watch the races and enjoy the children’s rodeo, where bikes and helmets can be checked for safety and the children can ride around a traffic free area. This is a great time to enjoy the serenity of the Jersey Shore after the summer rush. Best viewing locations are in downtown Ship Bottom, NJ. For more information, go to www.longbeachisland.com.
Nutley Christmas Cross
Nutley, NJ
December 7, 2008
What better way to get into the holiday spirit than by spending some time in the outdoors enjoying the crisp cool air. Cycle Cross is a sport where riders race through obstacles on a course of half-pavement and half mud and grass. They jump on and off of their bikes as they compete against each other and the course. The course will be lit up with Christmas lights and have a festive feel. Enjoy the excitement of a professional cycle cross race with live DJ and professional announcer. This sport is fun to watch for young and old and even Santa, who may make a special guest appearance. For more information, visit www.nutleynj.org.
