The sixth annual Junior Tour de Naperville, presented by Russell Martin, will come to Commissioners Park Saturday, Aug. 11. Presented by the Naperville Park District, the event gives kids ages three to 10 the opportunity to ride their bicycles, big wheels, or tricycles around the 1.2-mile trail, cheered on by family and friends.
The event began in 2013 to commemorate the 100th edition of the Tour de France.
There will be separate starts for younger and older participants: The three to five year-olds will start at 9 a.m. followed by the six to 10 year-olds at 9:30 a.m.. The older kids will be challenged to go around the course as many times as they can. Each participating child must register for the event and will receive a yellow T-shirt.
Participants will have three “support and gear” (SAG) stops, with drinks and snacks. Parents are welcome to encourage them from the sidelines or to accompany them around the course.
Additionally, commissioners Park Police officers will be on hand to “cite” safe bicycling practices with a “ticket” for a free donut at Dunkin’ Donuts.
Registration for the Junior Tour de Naperville is in progress. To register for the event, please visit www.napervilleparks.org. Commissioners Park is at 3704 111th Street.
— Naperville Park District
