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Southport, NC & Surrounding Area

Events & Rides

Find your next group ride, race, or cycling event near Southport, NC

Featured Events

OCT
17
gran fondo

Hincapie Gran Fondo Greenville

The Gran Fondo Hincapie is more than a big ride — it's a multi-day cycling celebration hosted by George Hincapie and family in Greenville, SC. Choose from three course options (Piccolo ~15 mi, Medio ~50 mi, or Gran ~80 mi) mapped and tested by George himself. The weekend includes live music, a family festival with free food and drinks, rockin' rest stops, podium awards, and on-site results. Past participants have included Patrick Dempsey, Cadel Evans, Mark Cavendish, and Sir Bradley Wiggins. Riders of all skill levels are welcome.

TBDGreenville, South Carolina~15, ~50, or ~80 miles
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NOV
7
group ride

SBI Three Bridge Tour

The SBI Three Bridge Tour is a beloved annual ride along the scenic Brunswick County coastline, crossing three iconic bridges. Choose from four distance options to suit your fitness level. Registration includes rest stops, SAG support, and post-ride refreshments.

9:00 AM – 3:00 PMOcean Isle Beach Park, 6483 Old Georgetown Rd SW, Ocean Isle Beach, NC17, 34, 67, or 100 miles
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OCT
12
group rideHard

Monday Night on Town Creek

The ride targets a 20 mph average. Riders who can ride 17–19 mph are encouraged to join the paceline. Bring a canned good for the church's donation station.

5:45 pmZion Methodist Church, Wilmington, NCCape Fear Cyclists
OCT
12
group rideEasy

Brunswick Cyclists Monday Ride

Brunswick Cyclists rides take place every Monday and Wednesday and are geared toward C and D pace riders, making them great for beginners. Routes and starting locations rotate weekly — check their Strava page for the most up-to-date details before heading out.

10:00 AM – 12:00 PMBrunswick County, NC — check Strava for meeting pointBrunswick County Pedalers
OCT
13
group rideModerate

Tuesday in Leland Ride

A wonderful ride that travels from Lowe's Foods to Bojangles (Sandy Creek) and back.

TBDLowe's Foods, Leland, NC36 milesCape Fear Cyclists
OCT
13
group rideModerate

Brunswick Cyclists Tuesday B/C Ride

A B–C level ride at 15–17 mph. Routes typically range from 17–23 miles and vary week to week. Check The Brunswick Cyclists Strava group to confirm the ride is happening and to see the weekly meeting location.

9:00 AM – 10:30 AMBrunswick County, NC — check Strava for meeting point17–23 milesBrunswick County Pedalers
OCT
14
group rideModerate

Flaming Amy's Burrito Ride

A weekly Wednesday group ride organized by Cape Fear Cyclists.

TBDWilmington, NCCape Fear Cyclists
OCT
14
group rideEasy

Brunswick Cyclists Wednesday Ride

Brunswick Cyclists rides take place every Monday and Wednesday and are geared toward C and D pace riders, making them great for beginners. Routes and starting locations rotate weekly — check their Strava page for the most up-to-date details before heading out.

10:00 AM – 12:00 PMBrunswick County, NC — check Strava for meeting pointBrunswick County Pedalers
OCT
15
group rideModerate

Halyburton Park to Fort Fisher

Halyburton Park to Fort Fisher and back.

TBDHalyburton Park, Wilmington, NC47 milesCape Fear Cyclists
OCT
15
socialEasy

Cargo District Thursday

A weekly Thursday social ride through the Cargo District area.

TBDCargo District, Wilmington, NCCape Fear Cyclists
OCT
18
socialEasy

Winter Bike League — Season Kickoff

The official kickoff of the Wilmington Area Rides Winter Bike League. A fun, low-key ride to celebrate the start of the fall/winter riding season. All abilities welcome.

9:00 AMHugh MacRae Park, Wilmington, NC25 milesWilmington Area Rides
OCT
17
gran fondoModerate

Hincapie Gran Fondo Greenville

The Gran Fondo Hincapie is more than a big ride — it's a multi-day cycling celebration hosted by George Hincapie and family in Greenville, SC. Choose from three course options (Piccolo ~15 mi, Medio ~50 mi, or Gran ~80 mi) mapped and tested by George himself. The weekend includes live music, a family festival with free food and drinks, rockin' rest stops, podium awards, and on-site results. Past participants have included Patrick Dempsey, Cadel Evans, Mark Cavendish, and Sir Bradley Wiggins. Riders of all skill levels are welcome.

TBDGreenville, South Carolina~15, ~50, or ~80 milesHincapie Sportswear
NOV
7
group rideModerate

SBI Three Bridge Tour

The SBI Three Bridge Tour is a beloved annual ride along the scenic Brunswick County coastline, crossing three iconic bridges. Choose from four distance options to suit your fitness level. Registration includes rest stops, SAG support, and post-ride refreshments.

9:00 AM – 3:00 PMOcean Isle Beach Park, 6483 Old Georgetown Rd SW, Ocean Isle Beach, NC17, 34, 67, or 100 milesSalty Turtles Bike Club

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