Naperville Rotary Ride

06/24/2026

🚴‍♂️ Ride for fun. Ride for a cause. Ride in memory of Carmen.

Join us on Sunday, August 9, for the 2026 Naperville Rotary Ride, held in memory of former Sunrise Rotarian Carmen DiGiovine. An avid cyclist, Carmen helped launch the very first Rotary Ride in 1997, creating a tradition that has supported local charities for nearly three decades.

Choose from 21, 41, or 61-mile routes starting and ending in South Naperville. Enjoy fully stocked rest stops, SAG support, pre-ride snacks, a post-ride lunch, and a commemorative event t-shirt.

Your participation helps support:
💙 Grow Wellness – In-School Counseling Program
💙 Little Friends – Family Respite Services
💙 YMCA Early Childhood Preschool Scholarships

⏰ Register now and save! Early bird pricing increases July 4.

👉 www.napervillerotaryride.com

An event of Naperville Sunrise Rotary

06/18/2026

👀 Have you been seeing our signs around town?

Well... this is your sign to register for the Naperville Rotary Ride! 🚴

Join us on Sunday, August 9, for a fun, fully supported ride through the countryside with 21, 41, and 61-mile route options.

Your registration supports three incredible local organizations:
💙 Grow Wellness
💙 Little Friends
💙 YMCA Early Childhood Preschool Scholarships

Plus, you'll enjoy rest stops, SAG support, a commemorative t-shirt, and lunch at the finish.

🚴‍♀️ Don't miss out—register today at:
http://www.napervillerotaryride.com

An event of Naperville Sunrise Rotary

06/15/2026

🚴 The countdown is on — the 29th Annual Naperville Rotary Ride is just 8 weeks away!

Whether you're planning to ride 20, 40, or 60 miles, now is the perfect time to commit, start your training, and invite a few friends to join you.

Your registration helps support three outstanding organizations in our community:
• Grow Wellness – In-School Counseling Program
• Little Friends – Family Respite Services
• YMCA – Early Childhood Preschool Scholarships

Enjoy scenic routes, well-stocked rest stops, SAG support, lunch at the finish, and a great day of cycling for a great cause.

Registration is open now, and we'd love to see you on the road August 9!

🚴 Register today at www.napervillerotaryride.com

An event of Naperville Sunrise Rotary

05/30/2026

As part of our efforts to support fellow local endurance events, we’re excited to help promote the upcoming on Sunday, August 2, 2026 — just one week before the Rotary Ride.

Held at beautiful, this popular community event welcomes athletes of all experience levels, from first-time participants to seasoned triathletes.

The event includes:
Sprint Triathlon (375m swim / 22K bike / 5K run)
Duathlon (1 mile run / 22K bike / 5K run)
Aquabike (375 meter swim / 22K bike)
Kids Triathlon (175 meter swim / 11K bike / 5K run)

The course features a swim at Centennial Beach, a fast 22K bike course through Naperville neighborhoods, and a scenic 5K run along the DuPage River.

Event Details:
Date: Sunday, August 2, 2026
Location: Centennial Beach, Naperville
Start Time: 7:00 AM

Registration & Information: https://endurancecui.active.com/new/events/95208113/select-race?_p=5458570490561105&e4q=2b2f1e96-ced6-45ac-9ed0-319fd05f050b&e4p=75f9d029-9d9f-4d57-b961-62935b931bce&e4ts=1780179906&e4c=active&e4e=snawe00000000&e4rt=Safetynet&e4h=286083bf6fa09cd3a067938cb7880558

The event is designed to be approachable and welcoming, especially for athletes trying their first triathlon.

If you’re looking for another great local endurance event before the Rotary Ride on August 9, this is an excellent opportunity to challenge yourself, support the local fitness community, and enjoy a well-organized race close to home.

We’re proud to cross-promote with organizations that help grow cycling, running, and multisport participation throughout our community — and we hope many of you will check it out.

05/30/2026

☀️ Summer is here, and that means it's time to start planning your cycling adventures!

Join us for the 29th Annual Naperville Rotary Ride on Sunday, August 9. Choose from 20, 40, or 60-mile routes and enjoy a fully supported ride with SAG support, rest stops, refreshments, and lunch at the finish.

Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or simply looking for a fun summer challenge, there's a route for you.

Best of all, your participation supports three outstanding organizations:
• Grow Wellness Group – In-School Counseling Program
• Little Friends – Family Respite Services
• Fry Family Y – Early Childhood Preschool Scholarships

Registration, sponsorship, and volunteer opportunities are all available now. An event of Naperville Sunrise Rotary.

🚴 Learn more and register at www.napervillerotaryride.com

05/18/2026

As you plan your summer riding calendar, we wanted to share another great local cycling event happening before this year’s Naperville Rotary Ride. 🚴

Local avid cyclist and business owner Zac Larson has opened registration for their 3rd Annual Solstice Century Ride on Friday, June 19, 2026.

This unique community-focused event challenges riders to complete 100 miles while raising funds for local charities supporting mental health, housing, youth, and family services. The ride takes place at Whalon Lake in Bolingbrook and is designed to be supportive, encouraging, and fun for cyclists taking on the century challenge.

The event goal:
100 Riders. 100 Miles. $100,000 for charity.

Learn more or register at https://solsticecentury.com.

We’re excited to support fellow cycling events that are making a positive impact in our community.

Register Now!

Solstice Century 2026
Your Feelings of Accomplishment = Incredible
The Impact on Others = Immeasurable

If you are ready for the challenge, register now for our 3rd Annual Solstice Century bike ride!

Over the past several years, Zac Larson has spoken with many people about his bike riding. During that time, many people have said to him, “Oh, I could never do that.” With this returning fundraising event, Solstice Century, Zac is giving 100 riders the chance to experience the challenge and exhilaration of participating in a 100 mile bike ride on June 19th, the summer solstice… and we’re doing it for our neighbors in need. Our goal is to raise $100,000 for local charitable organizations in mental health, food, housing and youth services.

Learn more
SolsticeCentury.com



Zac Larson, Founding Partner and Wealth Advisor with IntentGen Financial Partners, the Presenting Sponsor, is the creator of Solstice Century.

05/08/2026

Join us on Sunday, August 9, 2026, for a great day of cycling, community, and giving back. Choose from 20, 40, or 60-mile routes and ride at your own pace with SAG support, rest stops, and lunch included.

There are many ways to get involved:
✔ Register to ride
✔ Become an event sponsor
✔ Volunteer to help make the day a success

This year’s event beneficiaries are:
• Grow Wellness Group – In-School Counseling Program
• Little Friends – Family Respite Services
• Fry Family Y– Early Childhood Preschool Scholarships

Hosted by Naperville Sunrise Rotary and held in memory of Carmen DiGiovine, Rotary Ride has been supporting meaningful causes in our community for 29 years.

Visit www.napervillerotaryride.com to register or learn more.

03/31/2026

✨ Curious about Rotary?

Come discover what we’re all about at our New Member Social.

Meet a group of people who value fellowship, hands-on service, and making an impact together—both in Naperville and beyond.

📅 Tuesday, April 28, 2026
⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 Quigley's Irish Pub (43 E Jefferson Ave, Naperville, IL 60540)

Join us for a casual evening of conversation, connection, and discovery. Meet members, hear stories, and see how we come together as a team to make a real impact.

👉 Please share this post and tag Naperville Sunrise Rotary!

03/31/2026

🚴‍♂️ Registration is OPEN! 🚴‍♀️

Join us on Sunday, August 9 for the 29th Annual Naperville Rotary Ride and make a difference while you ride!

This year’s event supports three incredible local nonprofits:
💙 Grow Wellness Group – In-School Counseling Program
💙 Little Friends – Family Respite Services
💙 YMCA of Metro Chicago – Early Childhood Preschool Scholarships Program

Whether you're riding for fun, fitness, or a great cause, there's a place for you at the starting line.

👉 Register today: www.napervillerotaryride.com

An event of Naperville Sunrise Rotary