Be there for our 12th Anniversary of this Spectacular Night-Time Bike Ride!
Imagine yourself with friends or family safely riding your bike through the streets of Des Moines at night past unique views of the lighted bridge over Grays Lake, the Iowa State Capitol and the iconic 801 Grand building. How cool would it be to do that while helping raise awareness and funds for children's mental health?
Register now for the 2023 Moonlight Classic presented by Sammons® Financial Group. This is the 12th anniversary for this fabulous night-time bike ride and our goal is to raise $150,000 for Orchard Place.
We are BACK at The Iowa Taproom: Who has the Best Bike Lights, Best Helmet Lights, and Best Costume? This is where the judging will take place. Plus, the team with the most registered riders will get awarded the coveted Moonlight Cup traveling trophy and other prizes. There are several different food and drink options at this location. Arrive at 7:30 to enter in the contests or register onsite. Join us at 8:30pm for the festivities and to prepare to head out on the ride at 9:30pm. Note: In keeping with Iowa law, you do have to be 21 to be in a bar after 9 p.m.
Registration: $45 (early birds)/$50 (after June 15) per rider. Those that register by June 15 will receive a free event T-shirt. We will provide a shirt for all registrations while supplies last.
Family Packs: $125 (early birds)/$150 (after June 15) for 2 adults and up to 4 children. These packs are a great way for kids to join in the ride and support children's mental health. We will provide a shirt for all registrations while supplies last.
On site Registration: $55 per rider. This ticket will be available to register online Saturday, July 15th.
Virtual Rider: Can’t make the ride, but still want to support the cause? Register as a virtual rider.
Rider Packet Pick-up options:
Wednesday, July 12th from 3pm-6pm at Bike World, 5003 EP True Pkwy in West Des Moines
Thursday, July 13th from 4pm-7pm at the Iowa Taproom 215 E 3rd St. in Des Moines
Pre-registration is highly encouraged, however, online registration will remain open until the ride officially begins at 9:30 pm. on Saturday, July 15th. If you register the day of the event, be prepared to show your confirmation email to pick up swag bags (while supplies last). For more information, visit www.moonlightclassicdsm.com
Covid-19 Precautions & Protocol: We are working diligently to provide a safe environment that meets mitigation requirements laid out by the CDC, the city of Des Moines and the State of Iowa. While we are doing everything required to host an in-person on-site event, we recognize that the coronavirus is still a concern and is present in our community, Polk County and surrounding areas. As a Moonlight Classic participant or volunteer, you assume the risk of potential exposure to the virus.