Minnesota is home to some of the most scenic and community-focused cycling events in the country, and the spring cycling events in Minnesota 2025 season is full of great rides. From iconic gravel challenges like the Miesville 56 and Le Grand du Nord, to road favorites such as the Tour de Cure and Fulton Gran Fondo, there’s something for every rider. Whether you’re interested in gravel bike rides, road cycling races, or relaxed bike tours, spring offers the perfect chance to explore new routes.
North Sport Rentals is offering a discount for riders who want to enjoy these events but don’t have their own bike.
April 29 / Miesville 56 Gravel Bike Ride 2025 / Gravel
The Miesville 56 Gravel Bike Ride is a gravel cycling event in the cyclosportive category, held in Miesville, Dakota County, Minnesota, United States. First organized in 2015, the 2025 edition will take place on Sunday, April 27, 2025. This year’s event offers one route of 90 km (56 miles), designed for gravel bikes.
About the Ride: The Miesville FiftySix is an unsupported gravel road ride and a great way to kick off the cycling season. The 56-mile route winds through scenic and lesser-known parts of Dakota County, offering a mix of challenge and exploration. It’s a simple, no-expectations ride meant to bring people together for an early-season adventure.
North Sport Rentals Offer: Riding the Miesville 56 Gravel Bike Ride this spring? Get 12% off all gravel bike rentals from North Sport Rentals. Perfect for the 56-mile route through Dakota County’s rolling gravel roads.
May 3 / Fulton Gran Fondo 2025 / Road
Fulton Gran Fondo 2025 is a road cycling event in the gran fondo category, taking place in Minneapolis, Anoka County, Minnesota, United States. The 2025 edition is scheduled for Saturday, May 3, 2025. This year’s event features two route options for road bikes: 161 km and 80 km.
About the ride: The Fulton Gran Fondo is what the organizers call a ride, not a race. Cyclists explore the streets and pathways around the Twin Cities at their own pace. After the ride, participants are invited to an epic block party to celebrate the day on and off the bike.
North Sport Rentals Offer: Riding the Fulton Gran Fondo this spring? Get 10% off all road bike rentals from North Sport Rentals. Perfect for the 80 km or 161 km routes through the streets and paths around the Twin Cities.
May 15 / The Heywood Ride 2025 / Gravel
The Heywood Ride 2025 is a gravel cycling event in the race, ride, and ultra categories, held in Northfield, Rice County, Minnesota, United States. First organized in 2007, the upcoming edition will begin on Thursday, May 15, 2025. This year’s event offers five gravel bike routes: 628 km, 266 km, 177 km, 89 km, and 48 km.
About the ride: Formerly known as the Almanzo 100, The Heywood Ride takes place in the rolling countryside of the Deep South Metro, just south of Minneapolis. It’s a classic gravel ride known for its open roads and grassroots spirit. The ultra-distance ride is scheduled for Thursday, while all other distances will take place on Saturday. As the successor to the Almanzo 100, The Heywood Ride carries on the legacy of one of the Midwest’s original gravel events — often called the granddaddy of all gravel bike races.
North Sport Rentals Offer: Riding The Heywood Ride this spring? Get 15% off all gravel bike rentals from North Sport Rentals. Perfect for any of the five routes, from 48 km to the full 628 km challenge through the scenic roads south of Minneapolis.
May 24 / Le Grand Du Nord Gravel Classic / Gravel
Le Grand Du Nord Gravel Classic 2025 is a gravel cycling event in the race and ride categories, held in Minnesota, United States. The event was first organized in 2016, and the upcoming edition is scheduled for Saturday, May 24, 2025, with the start in Grand Marais, Cook County, Minnesota. The 2025 event offers three gravel bike routes: 177 km, 80 km, and 32 km.
About the ride: Le Grand is considered one of the most scenic gravel courses in the U.S. Starting in the picturesque harbor town of Grand Marais, all routes trace the shoreline of Lake Superior before climbing into the forested hills. The 110-mile route features over 5,500 feet of climbing and a remote, rugged character. The 54-mile course offers a mix of gravel and forest roads with challenging elevation, while the 26-mile option serves as a great introduction to gravel cycling with a blend of pavement, gravel, and sweeping lake views.
North Sport Rentals Offer: Riding the Le Grand Du Nord Gravel Classic this May? Get 12% off all gravel bike rentals from North Sport Rentals. Ideal for any of the event’s routes — whether you’re taking on 32 km, 80 km, or the full 177 km through the North Shore’s rugged terrain and Lake Superior views.
31 May / Tour de Cure Minnesota 2025 / Road
Tour de Cure Minnesota 2025 is a road cycling event in the cyclosportive and ride categories, held in Minnesota, United States. Part of the national Tour de Cure circuit, the 2025 edition will take place on Saturday, May 31, 2025, starting from Boom Island Park in Minneapolis, Anoka County. Participants can choose from four road bike route options: 100 km, 80 km, 40 km, and 8 km.
North Sport Rentals Offer: Riding the Tour de Cure Minnesota this May? Get 10% off all road bike rentals from North Sport Rentals. A great fit for any of the four routes — whether you’re taking on 8 km or going the full 100 km through the streets of Minneapolis.
