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Armed Forces Cycling Classic Introduces Pride Ride Category in Celebration of World Pride 2025
ARLINGTON, VA, May 20, 2025 — The Amazon Armed Forces Cycling Classic, taking place May 31–June 1, 2025, will introduce a Pride Ride category during this year’s Challenge Ride. This new addition is part of the inaugural Capital Cup Sports Festival, a citywide celebration aligned with World Pride 2025 in Washington, D.C.
TAPS Returns as Beneficiary of Armed Forces Cycling Classic Challenge Ride Participants encouraged to support TAPS through peer-to-peer fundraising efforts
ARLINGTON, VA, May 26, 2025 — The Amazon Armed Forces Cycling Classic (AFCC), presented by Events DC, is proud to continue its partnership with the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), marking the sixth consecutive year the nonprofit has been named the event’s official beneficiary.
Ride with Purpose: Honor Miles Initiative Pays Moving Tribute to Cyclists, Community Leaders, and Local Heroes
ARLINGTON, VA, May 12, 2025 — This year’s Cycling Classic Challenge Ride will feature a moving tribute along the course: 13 flags, each placed at a mile marker, will honor individuals with a meaningful connection to the event, the cycling community, or the region. The inaugural Aon Honor Miles Tribute is designed to inspire riders as they complete each lap, turning miles into moments of remembrance.
Events DC Joins as Sponsor of the Region's Premier Pro/Am Cycling Event: Amazon Armed Forces Cycling Classic
ARLINGTON, VA, March X, 2025 — Events DC today announced its proud support of the region's premier Pro/Am event, the Amazon Armed Forces Cycling Classic, taking place May 31 – June 1, 2025. This celebrated event will showcase top-tier professional and amateur cycling races, while also expanding its popular non-competitive Challenge Ride into the heart of Washington, DC — offering participants an exciting new way to experience the city on two wheels.
Arlington Sports announces expanded partnership with Amazon for the Armed Forces Cycling Classic
Arlington Sports announces expanded partnership with Amazon for the Armed Forces Cycling Classic
Event Will Also Include Major Elements in the District of Columbia
ARLINGTON, VA, January 29, 2025 — Arlington Sports is thrilled to announce that Amazon has secured the naming rights to one of the nation’s premier cycling events. The Amazon Armed Forces Cycling Classic is set to take place on May 31-June 1, 2025. This esteemed and long-standing cycling event will also expand its footprint to include the District of Columbia.
Arlington Now Features Event
Arlington Now features event: The Armed Forces Cycling Classic returns to Clarendon and Crystal City early next month.
Listen Live Race Broadcast Sponsored by BlueHalo to Air Women’s and Men’s Pro/Am Races Saturday and Sunday, June 4-5, 2022
Listen Live Race Broadcast Sponsored by BlueHalo to Air Women’s and Men’s Pro/Am Races Saturday and Sunday, June 4-5, 2022