December Century Rides 2026
Find your next 100-mile or metric century cycling challenge in December. Verified events, route profiles, and regional weather guides.
December Cycling Conditions & Training Strategy
December is the ultimate month of reflection, celebration, and year-end mileage challenges for dedicated cyclists. Whether you are looking to surpass an annual mileage target or simply enjoy winter sunshine while escaping the cold, December century rides in Florida, the desert Southwest, and Southern California provide the perfect warm-weather retreat. The festive atmosphere of holiday century rides features seasonal aid station treats, costumed riders, and immense camaraderie. With mild winter sunshine and low humidity, the riding conditions in the southern latitudes are sublime. Crossing the finish line of a 100-mile ride in December delivers the supreme satisfaction of having cycled strong through all four seasons, capping off a memorable year in the saddle.
π December Century Rides Across North America
9 Events PlottedFrenzy Hills Rides
AZ β’ π Dec 06, 2026Test your endurance on a 25 mile loop rolling through McDowell Mountain Regional Park. Whether you tackle the full 100 mile solo, one of our relay events, or just get the gears rolling, we want to get you out on the trails to ride with us! Into a faster ride? Try the Gravel Grinder race! Both the XC and Gravel loops have 100, 50 and 25 mile options. Come race solo or bring a 2 or 3 person team and tackle the 9...
β‘ Event Details & Specifications ›
| Dataset Population | 2026 Verified Census |
| Qualified Distances | ποΈ Imperial Century (100 mi)β‘ Half Century (50 mi) |
| Event Type | Cycling Century |
| Event Status | Scheduled |
| Attendance Mode | In-Person (Offline) |
| Date | π Dec 06, 2026 |
| Street Address | 16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr |
| Location | Fort McDowell, AZ 85264 |
| GPS Coordinates | 33.692961, -111.728838 (Google Maps β) |
| Organizer | Aravaipa Rides β |
| Entry Fee | $25 - $150 |
| Registration | Direct Registration Link β |
Vuelta de San Manuel
AZ β’ π Dec 05, 2026 at 8:30 AMJoin GABA for this inaugural Vuelta de San Manuel. This ride will take riders on a beautifully scenic ride in the San Pedro River Valley with the Santa Catalina Mts. and the Galiuro Mts. framing both side of the river.
β‘ Event Details & Specifications ›
| Dataset Population | 2026 Verified Census |
| Qualified Distances | ποΈ Imperial Century (100 mi)β±οΈ Metric Century (62 mi)β‘ Half Century (50 mi)πΊοΈ RWGPS Map |
| Event Type | Cycling Century |
| Event Status | Scheduled |
| Attendance Mode | In-Person (Offline) |
| Date | π Dec 05, 2026 at 8:30 AM |
| RWGPS Telemetry | Interactive Route Map (1) → β’ Send to Wahoo/Garmin β β’ GPX β¬ β’ TCX β¬ |
| Starting Venue | San Manuel |
| Location | San Manuel, AZ |
| Organizer | GABA β |
| Registration | Direct Registration Link β |
Dead of Winter Double and Double-Double Centuries
CA β’ π Dec 05 β 06, 2026The Dead of Winter (DoW) Double and Double-Double Centuries will be held on Dec 5th and 6th, 2026. The ride gives you a chance to complete that last Double of the year and/or get that Volunteer credit needed for one of the CTC awards.
β‘ Event Details & Specifications ›
| Dataset Population | 2026 Verified Census |
| Qualified Distances | ποΈ Imperial Century (100 mi)β±οΈ Metric Century (62 mi)β‘ Half Century (50 mi)π₯ Double Century (200K+) |
| Event Type | Cycling Century |
| Event Status | Scheduled |
| Attendance Mode | In-Person (Offline) |
| Date | π Dec 05 β 06, 2026 |
| End Date | 2026-12-06 |
| Starting Venue | Port Hueneme Holiday Inn Express |
| Street Address | 350 East Port Hueneme Road |
| Location | Port Hueneme, CA |
| Organizer | Los Angeles Wheelmen β |
| Entry Fee | $75 |
| Registration | Direct Registration Link β |
SCNCA & NCNCA Gravel Championships
CA β’ π Dec 12, 2026Welcome to SCNCA Gravel District Championships. Top 3 riders in each categories will receive medals an over all winner will be able to wear District Championship jersey during all gravel events. This event is also open to all none licensed riders who just want to participate.
β‘ Event Details & Specifications ›
| Dataset Population | 2026 Verified Census |
| Qualified Distances | β±οΈ Metric Century (62 mi)β‘ Half Century (50 mi) |
| Event Type | Cycling Century |
| Event Status | Scheduled |
| Attendance Mode | In-Person (Offline) |
| Date | π Dec 12, 2026 |
| Street Address | 1200 Stadium Way |
| Location | Adelanto, CA 92301 |
| GPS Coordinates | 34.555821, -117.402758 (Google Maps β) |
| Organizer | Majestic Cycling β |
| Entry Fee | $80 - $130 |
| Registration | Direct Registration Link β |
ALEX'S BICYCLE PRO SHOP - ONE LAST RIDE 2026
FL β’ π Dec 05, 2026ALEXβS BICYCLE PRO SHOP β ONE LAST RIDE 2026 Join us on Saturday, December 5, 2026 , for One Last Ride 2026 ! RIDE OPTIONS & START TIMES CENTURY β 100 MILES Start Time: 6:00 AM HALF CENTURY β 50 MILES Start Time: 6:45 AM Please arrive early and allow plenty of time to park and prepare for your ride. Parking is limited , and carpooling is strongly encouraged. PACKET PICKUP Thursday, December 3 4:00 PM β 6:30 PM...
β‘ Event Details & Specifications ›
| Dataset Population | 2026 Verified Census |
| Qualified Distances | ποΈ Imperial Century (100 mi)β‘ Half Century (50 mi) |
| Event Type | Cycling Century |
| Event Status | Scheduled |
| Attendance Mode | In-Person (Offline) |
| Date | π Dec 05, 2026 |
| Street Address | 16098 W State Rd 84 |
| Location | Weston, FL 33326 |
| GPS Coordinates | 26.124462, -80.362132 (Google Maps β) |
| Organizer | ALEX'S BICYCLE PRO SHOP β |
| Entry Fee | $100 |
| Registration | Direct Registration Link β |
2026 Lost River Cycling Club Membership
ID β’ π Dec 04, 2025 β Nov 01, 2026Greetings! As 2025 comes to a close itβs time to gather and celebrate the year and start thinking about next. Itβs time for our annual membership drive held at Reedβs Cycles (Boise location) on Bogus Basin Rd. When : Thursday, December 4, 2025 Where : Reedβs Cycles, 2340 N Bogus Basin Rd, Boise What time : 7-9 pm Who is invited : all club member, non-members who are interested in finding out more about the club...
β‘ Event Details & Specifications ›
| Dataset Population | Forward Calendar (Schedule Pending) |
| Qualified Distances | ποΈ Imperial Century (100 mi) |
| Event Type | Cycling Century |
| Event Status | Scheduled |
| Attendance Mode | In-Person (Offline) |
| Date | π Dec 04, 2025 β Nov 01, 2026 |
| End Date | 2026-11-01 |
| Street Address | 2340 N Bogus Basin Rd |
| Location | Boise, ID 83702 |
| GPS Coordinates | 43.641069, -116.207969 (Google Maps β) |
| Organizer | Lost River Cycling β |
| Entry Fee | $25 - $40 |
| Registration | Direct Registration Link β |
Kelly Benefits Cycling / Lateral Stress Velo (LSV) 2026 Membership
MD β’ π Dec 15, 2025 β Oct 31, 2026Thank you for your interest in Kelly Benefits Cycling/Lateral Stress Velo! We are proud to field the Kelly Benefits/LSV Cycling Team. We have two types of memberships. The club application is for members who do not wish to race competitively but want to participate in club rides, events or want to ride as a club in Centuries/Gran Fondos. The team application is for cyclists who are serious about racing. Benefits...
β‘ Event Details & Specifications ›
| Dataset Population | Forward Calendar (Schedule Pending) |
| Qualified Distances | ποΈ Imperial Century (100 mi) |
| Event Type | Cycling Century |
| Event Status | Scheduled |
| Attendance Mode | In-Person (Offline) |
| Date | π Dec 15, 2025 β Oct 31, 2026 |
| End Date | 2026-10-31 |
| Location | Baltimore, MD 21209 |
| GPS Coordinates | 39.370859, -76.670147 (Google Maps β) |
| Organizer | Kelly Benefits β |
| Entry Fee | $100 - $125 |
| Registration | Direct Registration Link β |
R3 Express - Gravel Challenge
TX β’ π Dec 06, 2026Get your gravel on this fall!!! The R3 Express is returning to General Sam's Off Road Park. There are two route options: the SHORT MACKEY 28 miles and the FULL MACKEY 55 miles. Both routes have less than 3 miles of pavement and wind through beautiful country farm roads. Awards will be given out for top three finishers in age groups. If you are new to gravel cycling, we look forward to welcoming you into the...
β‘ Event Details & Specifications ›
| Dataset Population | 2026 Verified Census |
| Qualified Distances | β‘ Half Century (50 mi) |
| Event Type | Cycling Century |
| Event Status | Scheduled |
| Attendance Mode | In-Person (Offline) |
| Date | π Dec 06, 2026 |
| Street Address | 224 Bishop Rd |
| Location | Huntsville, TX 77320 |
| GPS Coordinates | 30.807749, -95.7306 (Google Maps β) |
| Organizer | The R3 Crew/Pedal More TX β |
| Entry Fee | $35 - $40 |
| Registration | Direct Registration Link β |
West Texas Showdown 2026
TX β’ π Dec 04 β 06, 2026Please visit the West Texas Showdown website for more information about this event and routes. West Texas Showdown Terlingua, TX | Dec. 4th - 6th, 2026 The West Texas Showdown isnβt just a race β itβs a battle against the desert itself. Big Bend delivers jagged singletrack, endless horizons, and conditions as raw as they come. Wild, unpredictable, and unforgiving β this is where legends are made. The third stage...
β‘ Event Details & Specifications ›
| Dataset Population | 2026 Verified Census |
| Qualified Distances | β‘ Half Century (50 mi)π₯ Double Century (200K+) |
| Event Type | Cycling Century |
| Event Status | Scheduled |
| Attendance Mode | In-Person (Offline) |
| Date | π Dec 04 β 06, 2026 |
| End Date | 2026-12-06 |
| Street Address | 441 Ken Barnes Rd |
| Location | Terlingua, TX 79852 |
| GPS Coordinates | 29.321062, -103.610898 (Google Maps β) |
| Organizer | Old Man Mountain β |
| Entry Fee | $225 |
| Registration | Direct Registration Link β |