The 18th annual Tour de Houston community bike ride takes place Sunday morning. It offers three route options and supports the city’s RePlant Houston tree-planting initiative. Thousands of riders are expected.
Cyclists from all over the city are preparing for the 18th annual Tour de Houston, scheduled to commence Sunday morning in the vibrant downtown area. The community bike ride, anticipated to attract thousands, provides Houstonians of every skill level with the opportunity to discover the city on two wheels while promoting a more sustainable future.
The event begins at 7:30 a.m. at Avenida Plaza, located in front of the George R. Brown Convention Center. It will feature a ceremonial tree mulching and opening remarks. Houston Mayor John Whitmire will speak to the audience, joined by Kenneth Allen, director of the Houston Parks and Recreation Department, and Mark Maddox, executive vice president of event sponsor Apache Corporation.
At 8 a.m., riders will set off on one of three picturesque routes designed for varying skill levels:
Every route is comprehensively supported with rest stops, safety volunteers, and police escorts.
Tour de Houston backs RePlant Houston, an urban reforestation effort spearheaded by the city's Parks and Recreation Department. Since its inception in 2005, the ride has generated over $1.2 million and contributed to the planting of more than 460,000 trees across the city.
Organizers encourage riders to register online ahead of time. For additional information, such as route maps and details about volunteering, please visit www.tourdehouston.org.
