36th Annual Beauty and the Beast Bicycle Event

Date: October 10th, 2026

Location address:
Whitehouse, TX (Saturday Ride)
Tyler, TX (Friday Time Trial and Saturday Evening Events)

About the Ride:

Rose City Cycling is East Texas’ largest cycling organization (formerly Tyler Bicycle Club and FRESH Racing), operating as a 501 (c)(3) Nonprofit organization dedicated to community impact and improving the overall health and wellness of our community. They are thrilled to be bringing back the iconic 36th Annual Beauty and the Beast Bicycle Tour and Race event in 2026 – Back to the Routes.

The Beauty and the Beast Bicycle Event has been a beloved tradition for 36 years, bringing together cyclists of all levels for a day of challenging routes, stunning scenery, and community spirit with a competitive option. In 2026, we’re going Back to the Routes—honoring the history and original spirit of Beauty & the Beast.

Whether you’re a seasoned rider tackling the Ultimate Beast or Beast route or a casual cyclist enjoying the Beauty route, there’s something for everyone. All proceeds support local cycling infrastructure and youth cycling programs in our community.

In 2026, Beauty & the Beast expands into a two-day cycling experience, offering both tour and race options for adults, juniors, and kids—making this event more inclusive, impactful, and dynamic than ever before.

This year, events will take place in both Tyler and Whitehouse, intentionally pouring revenue, resources, and energy back into both communities we’re proud to serve.

Timing, Awards, Prizes: Tour and Race (Saturday Night Awards)

65 Mile Ultimate Beast – Overall top 3 female/male cash awards $100/$75/$50, Top 5 in age group awards.

45 Mile The Beast – Top 5 in age group awards.

25 Mile The Beauty – Top 5 in age group awards.

Time Trial:

Overall top 3 adult female/male cash awards $100/$75/$50, Top 5 in age group podium.

Overall top 3 junior male/female cash awards $25/$15/$10. Top 5 in age group podium.

Kids 10-12 overall top 5 female/male podium. (*parents are welcome to ride with their child)

Kids under 9 and under. Top 5 female/male podium. (*parents are welcome to ride with their child)

Kids Cup: Top 5 female/male podium, popsicles for all!

Registration and Price:

Volunteer for entry opportunities

Rose City Cycling Members get 10% off registration. Register to be a member today! https://www.bikereg.com/rcc-2026-member-registration

Entry includes event sticker, well-marked courses, free rider photos for download, stocked aid stations, LMNT at checkin, and a finish line meal. Shirts available for purchase at checkout

Friday and Saturday Package – Starts at $80 and increases as we get closer

Friday Time Trial – $25 adults, Juniors and Kids $10

Saturday Adults Categories for Male/Female and Age Groups- Starts at $60 and increases as we get closer (asks distance at checkout)

Saturday Juniors Categories for Male/Female and Age Groups – Starts at $60 with 50% off, increases as we get closer (asks distance at checkout)

Event Schedule:

Friday 10/09/2026 Tyler, Texas

5pm Packet pickup Open and Onsite Registration (Tyler, Texas)

5-8pm Packet Pickup party, Time Trial Race

6:30pm Time Trial Begins

Saturday 10/10/26 Whitehouse, Texas

6:45am Onsite Registration and Packet Pickup

8:00am 65 mile – The Ultimate Beast (Road)