Tour de Rocky Top 2026 — Townsend, TN

Date
July 11, 2026
Location
Townsend, TN
Venue
Peaceful Side Social
Start Time
7:30 AM
Entry Fee
$50.00 – $85.00
Events
Tour de Rocky Top
Includes
Soft cotton shirt
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Welcome to the 20th edition for the Tour de Rocky Top, the Knoxville area's largest cycling event. After 18 years at Barley's, Race Day Events is returning for the second year to Peaceful Side Social in Townsend. Reviews from the first edition at Peaceful Side were very positive, with the number one improvement being the route "approach" from Townsend instead of from downtown Knoxville. The same great Blount and Sevier Co roads are back again in 2026, along with the much improved post ride meal offered by Peaceful Side this past year. The 2026 TdRT has expanded yet again to include EIGHT route options. These will include a slightly revised 24 miler, along with moderate 42 and 50 mile options for those not comfortable riding the longer distances. Those longer distances include a 62 and 77, both very similar to last year, along with a new 88 mile route that also avoids Butterfly Gap. The two Butterfly Gap options this year are 60 and 82 miles . Both Butterfly Gap route option finishers w

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Tour de Rocky Top 2026 — Townsend, TN?

Tour de Rocky Top 2026 — Townsend, TN takes place on July 11, 2026. The race is held in Townsend, Tennessee.

Where is Tour de Rocky Top 2026 — Townsend, TN held?

Tour de Rocky Top 2026 — Townsend, TN is held at Peaceful Side Social in Townsend, Tennessee.

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