Frankenmuth Fondo Ride
When is Frankenmuth Fondo Ride?
Frankenmuth Fondo Ride takes place on Saturday, August 8, 2026 in Frankenmuth, MI.
What distances does Frankenmuth Fondo Ride offer?
Frankenmuth Fondo Ride offers 6 events: FONDO 25K, FONDO 25K - KIDS, FONDO 50K, FONDO 50K - KIDS, FONDO 100K, FONDO 100K - KIDS.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FONDO 25K | 25.0 km | $70.00 | Register |
| FONDO 25K - KIDS | 25.0 km | $40.00 | Register |
| FONDO 50K | 50.0 km | $70.00 | Register |
| FONDO 50K - KIDS | 50.0 km | $40.00 | Register |
| FONDO 100K | 100.0 km | $70.00 | Register |
| FONDO 100K - KIDS | 100.0 km | $40.00 | Register |
How much does Frankenmuth Fondo Ride cost?
Registration for Frankenmuth Fondo Ride starts at $40.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Frankenmuth Fondo Ride held?
Frankenmuth Fondo Ride is held in Frankenmuth, MI at 925 South Main Street.
About Frankenmuth Fondo Ride
We hope to see you at our 8th Annual Frankenmuth Fondo on Saturday, August 8th, 2026, and participate on our 100k, 50k or 25k courses. The event is a timed event. Not only can you bike through one of the region's most bike-friendly cities, you get to see some one-of-a-kind beautiful sites. The route is well-marked with color-coded route markers. All proceeds going to the Rotary Helping Hands Fund.
Date: | Saturday, August 8th, 2026
Location: | 925 S. Main Street Frankenmuth, MI 48734
Race Categories: | 100K, 50K, 25K
Race Start Times
100K | 8:00am
50K | 8:30am
25K | 9:00am
Finish Lines Festivities will be held from 10:00am-1:00pm
Packet Pick Up
Date: | Saturday, August 8th, 2026 | Starting at 6:30am
Location: | Frankenmuth River Place Shops rear parking lot: 925 S. Main Street Frankenmuth, MI 48734
Donate
All proceeds from this event will go to the Frankenmuth Rotary Helping Hands Fund. The Helping Hands Committee was established as a part of the Frankenmuth Rotary Club in 2017 to help struggling and disadvantaged individuals and families in the local area. Your donations have made a huge impact - from replacing water heaters, paying overdue medical bills, helping abused women and children resettle, replace hearing aids for elderly people who are making decisions to eat rather than hear because they cannot afford both and many others. To date we have given more than $90,000 in assistance.
To donate, click on the DONATE tab at the top of the page.
2026 Shirt Orders
Orders will be taken online only now through August 15th. All shirts will be printed after that deadline and sent to the address you enter.
Age Group/Awards
Age Group Breakdown for Results
- 18 and under
- 19-29
- 30-39
- 40-49
- 50-59
- 60-69
- 70+
Awards Breakdown
OVERALL AWARDS:
Top 3 Men and Women for the 100k, 50k and 25k:
- E-bikes are welcome but are not eligible for awards
AGE GROUP AWARDS
Top 3 Men and Women for the 100k, 50k and 25k in each age group
Course Maps
25k ---- https://www.strava.com/routes/20031474
50k ---- https://www.strava.com/routes/20031697
100k ---- https://www.strava.com/routes/20031639
FAQ's
When can I pick up my registration?
You can pick up your registration in the parking lot behind (east) Frankenmuth River Place Shops, 925 S Main St, Frankenmuth MI, 48734 Saturday, August 8th (race morning) from 6:30am until your event start.
Can I use an eBike?
You are welcome and we would encourage you to ride an eBike. Our only stipulation is that there are no first through third place medals/awards in each age category for eBikes.
What bikes can I use to race?
You can use time trial bikes, mountain bikes (all paved roads) hybrids, hand pedal bikes or tricycles (and not limited – if it’s a bike, bring it) if you would like.
Where do we park?
Frankenmuth River Place Shops, 925 S Main St, Frankenmuth MI, 48734 – there is plenty of parking spaces for the event in the parking lots in and around River Place Shops.
Where is the start?
Right near the registration tent at Frankenmuth River Place Shops, 925 S Main St, Frankenmuth MI, 48734
Can I get a refund if I’m injured or cannot make it?
We apologize ahead of time but are unable to give refunds. Let us know if you cannot make it and we can use your entry fee for the following years event. You are able to transfer a registration to a different participant if you cannot ride.
Where do the funds for this event go?
They will go to the Frankenmuth Noon Rotary’s Helping Hands fund. This is a fund developed to assist people in our area that are struggling financially and have specific needs (reloacation, behind on their utility bills, car payments, car repairs, hearing aids, water heaters, and many other requests). We have already distributed over $85,000 to help people to date and can use your fundraising (yes – there are gifts for your fundraising efforts) to help support this race and the Helping Hands fund.
Can I change my registration from the 100k to the 50k or 25k or vice versa?
Yes – you can do that at registration - the evening before or morning of the event.
Am I able to get a shirt for the event?
Yes – we will have a link on the website for those that wish to order shirts. They will process and ship your shirt AFTER the event. In the past, these shirts have fit true to size.
Will there be food and water on the course?
Yes – the 100k will pass 4 rest area’s, the 50k will pass 3 and the 25k will pass 1. Each will have water, banana’s and snacks available. The furthest rest stop will be in the town of Fairgrove, MI at the Michigan Bean Festival Pavilion: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/PKaG3QmpBUQBRZFy6]