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Tour de Bluff is an annual bicycle themed event produced and managed by Novel T’s and made possible through partnerships and sponsorship funding. 

Tour de Bluff was created for people of all ages to learn fun, safe ways to enjoy bicycling. Anyone can participate; those who are just learning to ride a bicycle, those who ride regularly, and those who haven’t been on a bicycle since they were kids. Tour de Bluff 2025 presents an opportunity for participants to engage in the revitalization of our vibrant Central Arkansas community. With enjoyable routes and activities, this year's event promises an even more exhilarating experience.

Introducing The 2025 Tour de Bluff Bike Room sponsored by Southern Legacy of Life (formerly Arora)

2025 is year two for the Bike Room. The Tour de Bluff Bike Room is an exclusive showcase for bicycle companies, shops, cycling events, and related products and services. It offers both seasoned cyclists and novices a unique opportunity to explore the latest products, trends, and information within the cycling community. The Bike Room is a highlight of Tour de Bluff 2025 Friday events. The Bike Room provides an ideal setting for engaging displays, informative demonstrations, and meaningful conversations centered on all things cycling. 

 Asphalt & Gravel Route

Tour de Bluff 2024 introduced an exciting addition to Tour de Bluff - a cutting-edge hybrid asphalt and gravel route. This innovative course took participants on an exhilarating journey, complete with a scenic ride through the historic Pine Bluff  Railroad Museum. Stay tuned for more updates; all the exciting details are on the way!

2 Separate Contests for Organization and Group Participation

Tour de Bluff Church Participation Contest

Tour de Bluff is an exciting, family-friendly event that encourages church communities to come together for a fun and healthy group activity. To make the event even more engaging, we’ve added a church participation contest!

How It Works

Contest Overview: The church with the highest number of attendees at Tour de Bluff will win custom screen-printed t-shirts for their members.

Registration: To enter, a church representative must sign up their church at the Novel T’s onsite registration table. Each participant must then sign in on their church’s registration page.

Winning Criteria: The church with the most sign-ins by 12:00 noon will be awarded free custom screen-printed church t-shirts for each person that signs in. Each church can receive up to 100 free t-shirts. If a church has more than 100 participants, additional t-shirts can be purchased from Novel T’s.

Important Rules:

* Only participants who sign in onsite are eligible.

* Each participant may register only once.

* Multiple or false sign-ins will lead to disqualification.

Join Tour de Bluff and bring your church community for a chance to win and celebrate together!

Tour de Bluff Team/Department Participation Contest

Tour de Bluff is an exciting, social event that encourages teams and organizations to come together for a fun and healthy group activity. To make the event even more engaging, we’ve added a team participation contest!

How It Works

Contest Overview: The team with the highest number of attendees at Tour de Bluff will win custom screen-printed t-shirts for their members.

Registration: To enter, a team representative must sign up their team at the Novel T’s onsite registration table. A team can be made up of any group of people i.g. a classroom, members of a club, members of an office or business, etc. Each participant must sign in on their team’s registration page.

Winning Criteria: The team with the most sign-ins by 12:00 noon will be awarded free custom screen-printed team h t-shirts for each person that signs in. Participants do not have to be members of the team/group that they support, however, a participant can only support one team/group  Each team can receive up to 100 free t-shirts. If a team has more than 100 participants, additional t-shirts can be purchased from Novel T’s.

Important Rules:

* Only participants who sign in onsite are eligible.

* Each participant may register only once.

* Multiple or false sign-ins will lead to disqualification.

Join Tour de Bluff and bring your team for a chance to win and celebrate together!

Check Out Tour de Bluff 2024 Pictures!!

If you see any you like, you can purchase them from Ms. Camera Lady - Ebony Blevins

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Onsite

To participate in Tour de Bluff 2025 Onsite, register online at www.TourDeBluff.com. Click the "Event Day Registration" button and select your route. Check in and start will be in Pine Bluff Arkansas starting at 8:00 am September 20, 2025. Ride your selected route using safe riding practices. Early packet pickup will be Friday September 19, 2025.

For Kids

Tour de Bluff 2025 will have:

Bike Safety information to take Home

A Fun Bike Obstacle Course

Free Food

Tour de Bluff T-shirts*

Tour de Bluff backpack*

* Quantities are Limited

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FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 19, 2025

Friday ARTx3 Activities

11:00 TO 5:00 PM

featuring:
Tour de Bluff packet pick-up

TOUR de BLUFF BIKE ROOM

featuring:

bicycle companies, shops, cycling events,

and related products and services.

also

Fun Entertainment!

provided by

Pine Bluff Advertising and Promotion Commission

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 20, 2025

PINE BLUFF CIVIC CENTER PLAZA

500 E. 8TH AVENUE

PINE BLUFF ARKANSAS

7:00 am – Registration and packet pick up. Registration begins at 7:00 am in Pine Bluff.  Rest stops and rider support will be available on event day. 

8:00 am - Road Route Riders begin. 

10:00 - Mayor’s Mile begins

Start your bicycle fitness journey by joining Pine Bluff Mayor Vivian Flowers riding the Tour de Bluff Mayor’s Mile. The Tour de Bluff Mayor’s Mile is a 1 mile short, fun adventure. The Mayor’s Mile will be lined with excitement and gifts. It’s a great opportunity for those who have not been on a bike for years; never before; and families with small children.

10:00 - 1:00 - Kids Activities

12:00 – “BEST LOOKING BIKE” Contest

Tour de Bluff “Best Looking Bike” Contest is a fun activity open to all participants. There is a 15 and below category and a 16 and above category. Bikes are judged by the opinion of onsite Tour de Bluff officials. Participants can decorate their bikes or rely on the un-decorated beauty of the bike. Winners of both categories of the “Best Looking Bike” Contest will be announced at 12 pm on Saturday. Winners will receive a certificate and other great gifts and prizes.

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