7th Annual Blessing of the Bikes & Runners + Honoring Our Fallen Heroes
Saturday, July 19, 2025
St. Joseph Cathedral | 401 Main Street, Baton Rouge, LA
Gather by 9:00 AM
Presented by: VS Tour de Friends RIDE HARD LIVE EASY Baton Rouge Bike Club Varsity Sports Power Pedalers Cycling
Father Cary Bani will bless bikes and running shoes for a safe training season.
In remembrance of our Fallen Heroes from July 17, 2016, and all heroes from Louisiana who made the ultimate sacrifice.
9 YEARS AGO!
Ride-In Details:
Fast Group (16–17 mph):
Meet at L’Auberge Casino & Hotel Baton Rouge Overflow Lot
Meet at 7:45 AM / Roll Out at 8:00 AM
Escorted by East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office Traffic Division
Slower Group:
Led by Lynn Betsy Beehive
Meet at 7:15 AM / Roll Out at 7:30 AM
Additional Cyclist Option:
Join from Past Time Restaurant for the final mile
Runners:
Meet-up location downtown TBA
Visit www.varsityrunning.com for updates
Color Code:
- Wear Blue – To Honor Law Enforcement
- Wear Red – To Honor Firefighters
- Wear White – To Honor Emergency Medical Personnel
This heartfelt event promotes safety, camaraderie, and the spirit of community for runners and cyclists alike. Don’t miss this powerful tribute and blessing.
Be there. Be blessed. Be united.
Never Forget Our Fallen Heroes
