Join Ride Illinois from June 7-12, 2026 for the 23rd annual Grand Illinois Bike Tour (GIBT) the nonprofit organization's largest annual fundraiser and one heck of a good time! Our 2026 route will explore the Metro East area in SW Illinois including scenic views of the mighty Mississippi River.
2026 GIBT will begin and end in Litchfield with overnights in pre-reserved hotels in O'Fallon (June 7), Edwardsville (June 8-9), and Alton (June 10-11).
We'll roll out from Litchfield, make our way to O'Fallon (June 7), spend two nights in Edwardsville (June 8-9), then two nights in Alton (June 10-11) before riding back to Litchfield.
Can't join us for all six days? Registration for a three-day option will be available on a limited basis. Ride Illinois will also be offering a Day Ride option (for the first time ever) for those who to experience a taste of GIBT. Stay tuned! Registration for those options will open in early 2026.
Proceeds from 2026 GIBT support Ride Illinois - a grassroots, nonprofit organization with a mission to make Illinois better through biking.
Date: June 7 - 12, 2026
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City, State: Litchfield, Illinois
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Online Information: https://rideillinois.org/events/2026-grand-illinois-bike-tour/
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