2024 I Scream for Ice Cream Ride

🚲🍦 Get Ready to Pedal & Savor: Join Us for the Ultimate Ice Cream Bike Ride! 🍦🚲

Indulge Your Senses: This year, we're pulling out all the stops to make your July ride a truly unforgettable experience. Picture this: cruising along the beautiful Madison County Trail system, surrounded by lush greenery and summer sunshine, fully stocked aid stations with smiling attendants, and plenty of fun back at the finish line.

🍨 Treats Galore: Reward yourself at our post-ride party with a scoop of premium ice cream from Lily's Cafe & Food Truck or a fizzy root beer float with Fitz Root Beer.  And for those who prefer a different kind of chill, we will have you sorted with ice-cold beer from Urban Chestnut Brewing Co.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Fun for the Whole Family: Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or a casual rider, there's something for everyone at I Scream for Ice Cream Ride. Choose from a variety of routes ranging from leisurely tours to longer treks, and bring the whole family along.

🛍️ Stay, play, and shop! You won't want to miss the awesome sidewalk sale at the Cyclery and Fitness Center. From top-of-the-line bikes to must-have gear, they've got everything you need to take your ride to the next level. Trailnet merch will be sold at event-only pricing and local food trucks will be on-site, so bring extra cash or a card. Trust us – the fun doesn't stop when the riding ends!

Here's the Scoop (Schedule)

• 6:15 am - Registration opens
• 7:30 am - Staging begins for 51 Mile Ride
• 7:40 am - Registration closes 
• 7:45 am - 51 Mile Start*
• 8:00 am - 35 Mile Start*
• 8:15 am - 23 Mile Start*
• 8:30 am - 10 Mile Start*

*Rolling group start led by a police escort. Once riders have been escorted onto the MCT Trail, they may ride at their own pace. The group start is not optional and is required by the City of Edwardsville.

Exciting event extras! 

Stay the weekend in downtown Edwardsville! Urban Collective Boutique Hotel has offered a 15% discount to folks registered for the I Scream for Ice Cream Classic. Nestled in the heart of the city, this boutique hotel features eight distinct suites, each with its own unique ambiance, colors, themes, styles, and décor. Discount code will be sent in your confirmation email. Book before rooms sell out!