<Crystal Lake>, IL – May 6, 2025 – Get ready to light up the streets this August at the Night Owl Bike Ride, hosted by Raue Center For The Arts. Returning at 9 pm on Saturday, August 2, 2025, this fun, family-friendly evening of cycling under the stars is a night you won’t forget.
Now an annual tradition, the Night Owl draws cyclists from across the region for a unique nighttime biking experience.
Starting at City Hall (100 W. Woodstock St.), riders will wind their way along the 10- and 20-mile routes through Crystal Lake by starlight before ending at the Brink Street parking lot, directly behind Raue Center. All participants are encouraged to light up their bikes and get creative!
Once the ride wraps up, the Night Owl After-Party begins at Raue Center, featuring live music and a cash bar.
Registration is open now, and the early bird cost for the ride is $36 (ends June 13th). After June 13, 2025, the registration fee is $41 and $51 on the day of the event. Registration fee for kids 12 & under is $21. Registration fee includes a soft-style t-shirt and admission to the after-party at Raue Center For The Arts.
The ride will start from Crystal Lake City Hall, and the rider check-in will begin at 7:30 p.m. The ride will commence at 9:00 p.m. New this year are simplified family-friendly routes (10 and 20 miles)*The route may change based on current path/street conditions and road construction.
Too late to drive home after the ride? The Holiday Inn of Crystal Lake has partnered with us to offer a discounted rate for a limited number of rooms when you call 1-800-HOLIDAY (1-800-465-4329) with Code: NOR. Reserve your room today!
“The Night Owl Bike Ride is a great way to bring the community together and promote a healthy, active lifestyle,” said Richard Kuranda, Executive Director of Raue Center For The Arts. “We are thrilled to host this event and bring people together for a fun-filled evening.”
The safety of the participants is of primary importance to the organizers, and they have taken all necessary measures to ensure a safe and enjoyable ride. Helmets, lights, and reflectors are mandatory, and riders must obey all traffic laws. The Crystal Lake Police Department bike patrol will ride along with the participants to ensure a safe and fun ride for all.
The Night Owl Bike Ride is limited to 500 riders. Any rider 18 years and under must be accompanied by an adult throughout the ride. The rest stop is located at Woodscreek Park, where water, restrooms, snacks, and first aid will be available.
Volunteers are also welcome to help during the event. The organizers are looking for people to check in and register riders, course marshals, people to assist at rest areas, and more. Volunteer on our registration page.
The Night Owl Bike Ride promises to be a fun-filled evening for the entire family. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to explore the beautiful city of Crystal Lake on your bicycle. Register today!
For more information, please visit rauecenter.org. Register today at https://raceroster.com/events/2025/105018/raue-centers-night-owl-bike-ride-2025
About Raue Center For The Arts
Raue Center is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of all through the arts. For 20 years, they have provided quality programming – striving to make it pertinent, available, and affordable to all. As a painstakingly restored, 1920s regional showcase theatre named for its benefactor—Lucile Raue—Raue Center has attracted the finest stars, Broadway shows, musicians and artists. Named on the League of Historic American Theatres, Raue Center is one of the finest examples of restored art and decor in the nation. The 750-seat theatre, located in historic downtown Crystal Lake, Illinois, is a gathering place for our region’s citizens and has become a true destination.
For additional information, visit rauecenter.org, facebook.com/RaueCenter, and twitter.com/RaueCenter.
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