Experience the Festival

Experience the Festival

Weekend Schedule

Gear up for an event that’s sure to be a classic!

Silhouette of a cyclist standing beside a bicycle against a vibrant orange sunset sky, with the rider appearing to look off into the distance.

Friday, April 24:

2–7 p.m.

Registration and packet pickup at Pinedorado Grounds (950 Main Street, Cambria). Riders are encouraged to arrive by bicycle; limited parking available

Sunset Shakedown ride leaves at 6 p.m., from Pinedorado Grounds to Hearst Pier and back—kicking off the weekend in true Cambria style

Bike tune ups at the Red Tail Bikes service tent

A group of cyclists rides along a coastal road beside the ocean, with waves crashing on the rocky shore and mountains visible in the background under a clear blue sky.

Saturday, April 25:

6–8:30 a.m.

On-site registration and packet pickup opens at the main hub (Pinedorado Grounds)

Vintage cyclists depart on the Limestone Ride (pre-1987 steel bikes encouraged for the classic spirit)

Modern road and gravel cyclists depart on the Limestone Ride

  • Routes feature food stops, mechanical aid stations, and full support

All cyclists depart on the Jade Ride

Post-ride gathering and festivities at the Pinedorado Grounds hub, including live music, vendor booths, food provisions, plus local wine and beer

VIP dinner event at the Fog’s End with Jill Knight music

A large lighthouse lens is displayed inside a glass enclosure labeled Point Pinos Lighthouse Lens, surrounded by buildings, trees, and a sign for The Lighhouse Gift Shop.

Sunday, April 26:

9–11 a.m.

Bike Brunch

Raffle, show/concourse of vintage bicycles

Curated ride opportunities led by cycling luminaries

Travel & Accommodation

Cambria is waiting to welcome you to the Central Coast for this event. Explore what this beautiful town has to offer as you arrive and stay for your ride.

Why Cambria

A winding path cuts through a grassy coastal landscape under a bright blue sky with scattered clouds, leading towards a distant rocky shoreline and the ocean.

Just west of the Paso Robles wine region, along iconic Highway 1 on the Central Coast of California, Cambria offers stunning coastal climbs, car-lite roads, and a welcoming town with wine, food, and wildflower-covered hillsides.

Visit Cambria

Lodging Partners

A coastal garden with colorful flowers and shrubs overlooks a scenic ocean view. A patio with two chairs and a table sits nearby, and houses line the right side under a clear blue sky. A seagull flies overhead.

With boutique lodging and vacation rentals including oceanfront, hillside, and in-town locations, Cambria, San Simeon and Cayucos offers the perfect home base for your cycling getaway. Many properties offer bike-friendly amenities and are just minutes from the ride start line.

View Lodging

Travel Tips

Wooden steps lead down to a sandy beach with scattered driftwood, coastal vegetation on the hillside, and waves rolling in under a partly cloudy blue sky.

Cambria is easy to reach from anywhere in California—just a scenic drive off Highway 1. Whether you’re coming from the Bay Area or Southern California, plan to arrive early, explore the coast, and give yourself time to settle in before the weekend’s rides.

Get Directions

Why Cambria

A winding path cuts through a grassy coastal landscape under a bright blue sky with scattered clouds, leading towards a distant rocky shoreline and the ocean.

Just east of the Paso Robles wine region, along iconic Highway 1 on the Central Coast of California, Cambria offers stunning coastal climbs, car-lite roads, and a welcoming town with wine, food, and wildflower-covered hillsides.

Visit Cambria

Lodging Partners

A coastal garden with colorful flowers and shrubs overlooks a scenic ocean view. A patio with two chairs and a table sits nearby, and houses line the right side under a clear blue sky. A seagull flies overhead.

With boutique lodging and vacation rentals including oceanfront, hillside, and in-town locations, Cambria offers the perfect home base for your cycling getaway. Many properties offer bike-friendly amenities and are just minutes from the ride start line.

View Lodging

Travel Tips

Wooden steps lead down to a sandy beach with scattered driftwood, coastal vegetation on the hillside, and waves rolling in under a partly cloudy blue sky.

Cambria is easy to reach from anywhere in California—just a scenic drive off Highway 1. Whether you’re coming from the Bay Area or Southern California, plan to arrive early, explore the coast, and give yourself time to settle in before the weekend’s rides.

Get Directions

Contact Us

Questions about the event? Send us a message and we’ll get back to you.

centralcoastclassico@gmail.com

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