Bentonville Bike Fest Mark your calendar for Bentonville Bike Fest’s Fifth Year Anniversary
The fastest-growing cycling festival in the US is gearing up for 2025! Bentonville Bike Fest presented by Mobil 1 is ready to set new records for its fifth anniversary, running from May 23 to 25.
Why You Should Attend Bentonville Bike Fest 2025:
Since its inception in 2020, founder Kenny Belaey and his team have brought elite athletes from around the globe to Bentonville, the "Mountain Biking Capital of the World." Once again, the scenic Ole Applegate Farm in Bentonville, AR, will serve as the festival’s vibrant hub.
As the event marks its fifth anniversary, it continues to embrace inclusivity. “We welcome all riding styles, all types of bikes, and everyone is invited to join this celebration of bike culture,” says Belaey. “To commemorate this milestone, we’re excited to introduce our first-ever E-Mobility Day on May 22nd in downtown Bentonville. This free-admission event will highlight and celebrate all types of e-bikes.”
Cutting-Edge Competition
Bentonville Bike Fest, presented by Mobil1, is known for hosting high-energy, top-tier racing. From a Dirt Jump Contest and UCI Trials Bike competition presented by Haleon to Straight Rhythm presented by USA BMX and Hyper Bicycles, the festival offers a lot of thrilling events.
Enduro, presented by FATTY Meat Sticks and Mojo Cycling, and Gravelicious, presented by Camelbak, add to the excitement. This year, the festival introduces the first-ever Cross Country Short Track Race on Friday night. This fast-paced mountain biking event features a compact course that challenges both technical skills and endurance.
With total payouts of nearly $28,000 (excluding travel fees for top athletes), the stakes have never been higher for competitors. Headlining riders will be announced soon.
Learn from the Best
The highly regarded workshops continue to be a cornerstone of the festival, with cycling legends hosting clinics tailored to a wide range of riders. This year is no exception, with renowned names like Anneke Beerten, Jeff Lenosky, Kyle and Rachel Strait, among many others, leading sessions. Other event highlights include:
Returning favorites include the largest selection of free demo bikes, jaw-dropping Trial Bike and BMX Flatland shows, the biggest bicycle expo in the Southwest, raffles, autograph sessions, live music, DJs, and unforgettable after-parties.
Why Ticketing?
Bentonville Bike Fest’s rapid growth and rising costs make ticketing necessary. “Event infrastructure, invited riders, and supplier costs continue to climb,” says Belaey. “To maintain a world-class experience and ensure the festival’s sustainability, we have to introduce general admission ticketing. All volunteers will receive a weekend ticket and a +1 ticket for free. Competitors have free general admission included in their entry. We’re grateful to our incredible sponsors, whose support allows us to keep entry fees as low as possible while ensuring the event remains sustainable."
Despite this change, Belaey emphasizes the incredible value:
Mark Your Calendar
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About the Bentonville Bike Fest - Founded by nine time UCI World Trials Champion Kenny Belaey, the Bentonville Bike Fest is a multi-day bike festival featuring more than 150 exhibiting brands, rides, races, free bike demos, and live entertainment.
For more information and media inquiries about The Bentonville Bike Festival or this release, contact:
Tom Jacobs
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For expo and sponsorship inquiries, contact;
Jessy Heard
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For general information and interviews, contact:
Kenny Belaey
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