SOLSTICE FESTIVAL
The Solstice Festival is more than a just a ride, it’s an entire weekend dedicated to enjoying our area’s beautiful trails while supporting the meaningful charitable work of the MWA Foundation. All proceeds help fund programs that strengthen and enrich our community.
On Saturday, cyclists, runners, and walkers can select from multiple scenic routes, each clearly marked and supported with rest stops and road assistance. Riders tackling the 30- and 50-mile routes can even enjoy our Famous Bloody Mary Bar along the way. Families can sign up for the family fun ride. Games and activities along the course will make for a fun family adventure. Runners and walkers will enjoy a beautiful 5k run/walk along the Heart of Vilas paved trail system with gorgeous views along the way.
Saturday's events conclude with a post-race party at Koller Park featuring music, food, drinks, and plenty of summer fun.
On Sunday head down the road for the 3k/5k Waggin' Tails at WinMan Trails. This non-competitive, dog friendly trail run / walk is perfect for the whole family. Be sure to stick around after to enjoy their incredible mountain bike trails thanks to the amazing folks at Rivers Edge Adventure Co. who will be on site offering free demos all morning long.
All registered participants will receive a Solstice Festival gift.
Weekend Schedule
KICK-OFF – FRIDAY, JUNE 19
5-7pm: Check-In and Registration at Manny's Parkside
Check-in and have some fun with family, friends and other riders at Manny's Parkside located in Manitowish Waters next to Koller Park. Following the welcome party, take an evening ride on the Heart of Vilas County paved trails or just relax in their amazing backyard patio.
RIDES - SATURDAY, JUNE 20
All rides start and finish at Koller Park. After your done on the trails, be sure to hang out for live music, beer, food, and games with our Party in the Park.
9am: Half-Century Ride (50 miles)
10:00am: Cranberry Ride (30 miles)
10:15am: Family Fun Ride (6 or 12 miles)
10:30am: Buswell Loop Ride (15 miles)
10:45am: 5k Fun Run / Walk
11am - 2pm: Party in the Park @ Koller Park
Waggin' Tails @ WinMan Trails Trail Run and Mountain Bike Demo - Sunday June 21
9am: Waggin' Tails on WinMan Trails - 3k and 5k Run / Walk
10am - 12pm: Mountain Bike Demo with River's Edge Adventure Company
End your Solstice Festival weekend with a non-competitive fun run / walk at WinMan Trails. WinMan and Rustic Roots are sponsoring a dog friendly 3k or 5k challenge. So come solo or grab your four-legged friend and explore beautiful Manitowish Waters trails.
Immediately following, our friends from River's Edge Adventure Company will be offering free mountain bike demos. Fantastic for first time riders who want to learn more about mountain biking and to experience the incredible trails at WinMan.
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