The Maryland Cycling Classic is the top-ranked one-day professional cycling race in America and will feature 16 teams of world class professional athletes from over 25 countries. The course is a diverse 121.8 -mile (194 kilometer) route that takes riders from the rolling pastoral countryside of Baltimore County to the urban landscape and waterfront of central Baltimore. It is a free, world-class event and will feature recent Tour de France stage winners, Olympians, and National Champions.

Where can i watch?

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Global Cycling Network+ (live stream, worldwide) 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm, Eastern Standard Time (EST)

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Tour Tracker (download free mobile app, live stream, U.S.): 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm, EST

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Website (Tour Tracker live stream, U.S./Canada): 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm, EST

https://www.mpt.org/

Maryland Public TV (Md., Washington DC, parts of Pa., Va., W.Va., and Del.): Sept 3. 11:30pm – 5:30pm EST

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Video on Demand: Global Cycling Network (CGN and YouTube Channels), EuroSport+

Where do i park?

Where to Park: Spectators may park at 100 and 120 Sparks Valley Road (up to 150 parking spots) and walk. Overflow parking at U.S. Lacrosse at Loveton Circle off York Rd. (approximately .7 miles away from start). Loveton Circle will serve as event parking for the entire 1 mile and signs will be posted noting available on-street parking.

START LINE: The race starts at 12:00pm at Kelly Benefits in Sparks, Md. | Address: 1 Kelly Way, Sparks, MD 

How to Get There: From the North – I-83 to exit #24 Belfast Rd/Butler Sparks and turn left at the end of exit ramp, right on York Rd. in Sparks to Sparks Valley Rd.; From the South – I-83 to exit Shawan Rd., left of York Rd., to Sparks Valley Rd.

Why You Should Go: Athletes and teams will arrive, set-up and prepare for the race about 60 to 90 minutes before the start. Fans can observe the preparation, state-of-the-art bikes and potentially talk to riders and/or get autographs. Cyclists must “sign-in” on the main stage where they often answer announcer questions and talk to the crowd about the upcoming race. 

Where to Park: there are several parking locations within the Inner Harbor, see map above, fans can book online to save the hassle of doing it the day of at: HERE

FINISH LINE: 701 E.Pratt The race will finish at the cross streets of E. Pratt and Market Streets, with four (4) laps of a 7.4-mile (12km) circuit of Central Baltimore. The circuit has 19 turns, short climbs, and features various districts from HarborEast, Fells Point, N. Broadway, Washington Hill, Old Town, Mount Vernon, and Downtown Districts. The flat run-in on E. Pratt past Light Street and the Aquarium will be one of the best places to watch the action.

How to Get There: From North – I-83 South to exit on to President Street (note road will be closed at Lombard St.); From South – I-95, exit Russell Street toward Inner Harbor past MTT Bank Stadium and Camden Yards, right on W. Conway Street (note E. Pratt will be closed at Light Street beginning at 5:00 am ET).

Why You Should Go: The finish will feature four (4) passages and the excitement of the color and speed of the cyclists at more than 35 mph, coupled with the accompanying motorcade, presents one of the most unique energies in all of sport. Near the finish will be an exhibitor area as well as two big screens broadcasting live race coverage. The Power Plant Live District and its bars will be the unofficial fans zones and an ideal place to hang out while the cyclists are racing in the county. Live coverage on the race’s Mobile App “Tour Tracker” integrates video and GPS tracking of the race. Baltimore’s CW channel will also be airing the race live.

CIRCUIT: See “Where to Watch” above with estimated times of arrival at starred locations; suggestion is to drive at least 30 min. to one hour in advance of the ETAs in areas designated.

Are there other events happening?

“Bike Jam” Community bike ride @Patterson Park: 3:30 pm – 6:00 pm (Pulaski Monument)

    • A community bike ride for children, families and cyclists of all ages will take place around Patterson Park on Thursday afternoon
    • Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott, Olympic athletes and ambassadors will participate
    • The Bike Jam will include bike maintenance stations, bike helmet, and safety clinics and bike course teaching “Rules of the Road”, and a 1.5-mile “Slow Ride” with Olympians
    • Local food vendors will be on-site, and a DJ will provide entertainment during the ride
Ribbon Cutting for Immersive VR Cycling Exhibition Celebrates Legacy of Black Cyclist at Baltimore Inner Harbor 

The Baltimore Times, in collaboration with Nope Nerds, a Black-owned and woman-owned VR Solutions company and other Black-owned and operated technology businesses, proudly announces an innovative and engaging immersive storytelling exhibition that pays tribute to the remarkable contributions of Black cyclists during the Maryland Cycling Classics weekend-long activities, September 1-3, 2023.  The exhibition, which will open on September 1, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. celebrates the legacies of seven influential cyclists, through a unique virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR) and artificial intelligence (AI) experiences that honor their achievements and courage.  Join Black cyclists Rahsaan Bahati, Nelson Vails and The Baltimore Times for an official ribbon-cutting ceremony opening this Pop-up Exhibition.

Date: Friday, September 1, 2023  

Time: 11:00 a.m.  

Location: Baltimore Inner Harbor Light Street Pavilion, L-1605  

Who: Rahsaan Bahati, a former U.S. National Champion in criterium and the founder of Bahati Racing and Bahati Foundation, mentoring inner-city youth

This groundbreaking interactive exhibition transports participants through time, beginning in 1899 with the iconic Major Taylor, and culminating in a thrilling finish line experience with Rahsaan Bahati, Nelson Vails, and the Williams Brothers. It encapsulates the enduring legacy of Blacks in cycling, highlighting their excellence and determination. The VR ride promises an immersive journey that transcends time and celebrates the indomitable spirit of these athletes.

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Exhibition Details 

The interactive exhibition is open to the public and free of charge. It will run throughout the Maryland Cycling Classic weekend-long events, from September 1 to September 3, 2023.

For media inquiries, interviews, or additional information, please contact: Paris Brown at 443-462-0988.

Kindly RSVP to the media contact provided above if you plan to attend the ribbon-cutting ceremony or wish to schedule an interview with the event organizers or participating cyclists. High-resolution images and further information about the exhibition will be available upon request.

Come see top riders and teams as they are highlighted on stage welcoming them to Maryland!

Harbor Point – Baltimore, MD 

5:00 – 8:00 PM EST 

FREE Public Event | Drinks | Food 

How can i participate?