Tour de Kilkenny 2026 - Marble City Cyclers Charity Sportive

What to Expect

Tour de Kilkenny is the 14th annual charity cycling sportive organised by Marble City Cyclers, held on the August bank holiday weekend. Cyclists can choose from three scenic route options through the Kilkenny countryside: 77km, 110km, or 160km. The event has raised over 100,000 euros for local charities since its inception.

Start times are 9am for the 160km and 110km routes, and 10am for the 77km route. Event sign-on takes place at Kilkenny Rugby Club from 6pm to 8pm on Friday July 31st and from 8am on the morning of the event.

Good to Know

• Three route options: 77km, 110km, and 160km
• Start times: 9am (long routes), 10am (77km)
• Sign-on Friday evening July 31st (6pm-8pm) or morning of event (8am)
• All funds raised support local charities
• Over 100,000 euros raised to date for local community causes
• Now in its 14th year