Austin and the surrounding hill country have plenty of terrific bike races and events. We've put together our list below. If you have an addition or an edit, let us know. 

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• ​Driveway Series (Thursday Nights): Longstanding weekly criterium racing at the Driveway in East Austin. Races every Thursday night from March to September. Perfect for speedwork training.  

• LBJ 100 Bicycle Tour (Late March/ Early April): Starting and ending at the LBJ Ranch in Stonewall, the LBJ 100 is a fundraising event for the National Park Service. Routes from 30 to 62 miles. More details at their Facebook page.  

 

• Red Poppy Ride (Late April): Annual ride as part of Georgetown's Red Poppy Festival. Tour of beautiful Williamson County.  Routes from 27 to 100 miles, starting and finishing in Georgetown.  

   

• Livestrong Challenge (October): Annual ride starting and finishing in downtown Austin. 20, 45, 65, and 100 mile routes through the Texas Hill Country. Benefits the Livestrong Cancer Institute.