Gravel Worlds Run Series

Friday, Aug 22, 2025 at 5:30am

Sandhills Global Event Center
4100 N 84th Street

RUN SERIES: 
Runner Only Last Minute Check-In: 5am
50K Run Start: 5:30am (Potential 5am Start for forecasted extreme heat)
25k Run Start: 6:30am (Potential 6am Start for forecasted extreme heat).
10k Run Start: 8:30am

Lauf Owners Community Ride: 
10am 

Led by the Lauf Pros, this ride is open to all bikes and all riders! 
We'll stop mid-ride for an epic Lauf group photo on course, so don't miss it. Whether you're on a Lauf or not, you're welcome to roll on this Friday morning group ride!

Expo: 
10am-6pm

Stroll through the INDOOR Gravel Worlds Expo and soak it all in!
With 70+ amazing vendors and non-profits, there's something for everyone, from the latest gear and apparel to inspiring causes and community vibes. Come explore, connect, and celebrate all things gravel!

CHECK-IN:
10am-7pm 

Check-In is open for all race categories!
No matter what you're riding, you're good to go… Swing by and get checked in! We have emergency check-in Saturday morning from 5am-7am for special circumstances. 

Wellness PANEL: 
10:15am

Join us for an inspiring wellness panel featuring industry experts from across the endurance world! 
From recovery tips to mental health, nutrition, and performance, they'll be diving into all things wellness to help you thrive on and off the bike and feet.

Yoga Provided By LULULEMON:
10:30am

Don't forget to bring your own mat if you have one!
This session will take place on the north grass field, just outside the expo. See you out there!
BYOM (Bring Your Own Mat) if possible.

Thank Gravel It's Friday x lauf Group Ride: 
11am

Don't miss this high-vibe group ride led by the stoke masters themselves — Thank Gravel It's Friday! 
Meet us by the south entrance of the expo, we roll out around 11 AM. Come for the fun, the community, and those good gravel vibes!

Bonus: The first 100 riders to sign up get a FREE exclusive Gravel Worlds x Lauf x TGIF shirt, more info to come soon.

Run Awards:
12pm

Join us at the Main Stage for the 50K, 25K, and 10K Awards Ceremony!
Celebrate the grit, grind, and glory as we recognize the top finishers from each distance. Come cheer them on and be part of the celebration!

Women's Panel SPonsored by Girls gone gravel: 
1pm

Don't miss a special panel featuring some of the most influential women in the gravel community! 
They'll be answering your must-know and relatable questions about women's cycling… Sharing stories, insights, and empowering advice for riders of all levels. Sponsored by Girls Gone Gravel, Moderated by Kathryn Taylor.

Women's Group Ride:
2pm

Shake out those legs on the official Gravel Worlds Women's Group Ride, open to all skill levels whether it's your first event or your 100th! 

Pro Preview Show:
2:15pm

Join Amanda Nauman Sheek and Yuri Hauswald as they host the pre-show event, spotlighting some of the top contenders vying for the coveted sword! 
Get the inside scoop, expert insights, and all the hype before the main event kicks off.

Kid's Race: 
4pm 

Bring the kiddos and their bikes for one of the cutest events of the weekend! 
Join us around 3:40 PM to decorate custom race plates and snag some awesome swag.

The fun course winds through the expo and around the event center grounds, finishing with a triumphant ride through the finish line, where our tiniest Gravel Worlds riders get their moment to shine!

Long Voyage Send-Off:
5pm

Head to the south side of the expo building and cheer on the Long Voyage 300 competitors! 
Show your support as these riders take on an epic challenge, your cheers will mean the world!

5K Run Start: 
5:30pm

Bring the whole family, and even your pup,  for our fun, family-friendly, non-competitive 5K run!
Cross the finish line to live music vibes, then kick back with delicious food trucks and refreshing drinks. It's a celebration for all ages!

LIVE BAND:
5:30-7:30pm

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