Ride to Blue Sky – Carterville, IL 2026

Join us for the annual Ride to Blue Sky (fka Ride to the Sky), starting from the beautiful campus of John A. Logan College in Carterville, IL. Whether you are a seasoned climber or a weekend warrior, this event offers a distance for everyone through the rolling hills and scenic vistas of Southern Illinois. For 2026, funds from this event will be donated to The Boys and Girls Clubs of Southern Illinois. This year, there are 3 route options - 12 miles, 30 miles, and 54 miles. All courses will have aid stations with food and drinks. Lunch will be served for all participants post-ride. Registration closes on 5/2/2026 at 9:00 a.m. when the ride begins. The start will have a lead-out and courses will be marked. All riders must be registered online and check-in on day of ride to receive an arm band that must be displayed at all times during the ride. Riders must obey all laws including Illinois rules of the road. Helmets are required. No headphones.