Philadelphia Cycling Classic Returns | Philadelphia News

Philadelphia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 28, 2026 · 1m

Get ready for the return of the Philadelphia Cycling Classic this Sunday, August 30th—after a decade-long break! This iconic international bike race blasts back onto the Benjamin Franklin Parkway with a thrilling 14-mile loop featuring the legendary Manayunk Wall climb. Women’s race kicks off at 8:30 AM, followed by men’s at noon. But the weekend’s not just for pros—amateur time trials (Aug 29) and a cancer research charity ride (Aug 30) invite all riders. Fans can enjoy live music, food, and vendors at the fan festival. With road closures starting Thursday and parking nearly nonexistent…