SUNDAY EVENTS GUIDE
SUNDAY, JUNE 9
McElroy River Parks Criterium
Home to world-renowned Cry Baby Hill, racers will take on this grueling oval course that runs along the scenic Arkansas River. The start/finish is located at 15th and Riverside. Watch the race from the adults-only Cry Baby Hill for a wild spectator environment. For a calmer, more family-friendly spectator environment, watch near the Arkansas River as the racers sprint by.
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The River Parks Festival opens at 8:00 AM along the Arkansas River.
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First race starts at 8:00 AM and the last race ends at 4:35 PM.
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Check out the Cry Baby Hill Stage presented by Vast Bank. Live music and DJs begin at 11:30 AM.
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Kids' Races (for ages 9 and under) start at 1:10 PM at Houston & Riverside. Participation is free! Registration is required on-site. Participants must have a bike and a bike helmet. Training wheels, trikes, and big wheels are allowed.
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The free Williams Townie kicks off at 2:15 PM at Galveston and Riverside. Bring a bike, helmet, water, and a signed waiver form. Open to all ages and bike types.
Parking
The BEST OPTION? Ride your bike! There is no dedicated event parking on Friday, but you can look for surface lots and garages near the Blue Dome District.
Cry Baby Hill
Pack light on the hill! While the following items are allowed at the Riverside Festival, they are NOT allowed on Cry Baby Hill:
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Coolers (wearable coolers are OK)
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Kids
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Dogs
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Glass
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When does the crit racing begin on Sunday?
A: 8:00 AM
Q: When does the crit racing end on Sunday?
A: 5:50 PM
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Q: When does the Sunday AAON Gran Fondo start?
A: Staging begins at 7:00 AM. The mass start begins at 7:30 AM.
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Q: When does the Sunday AAON Gran Fondo course close?
A: 2:00 PM
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Q: When does the Sunday Williams Townie Ride start?
A: 2:15 PM
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Q: Where do I park for the Sunday criteriums?
A: You can park at the TCC Parking Lot and ride the shuttle to the venue. There is also limited street parking available.
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Q: Where do I park for the Sunday AAON Gran Fondos?
A: Park in the surface lot near 18th St. and Boulder Ave. You will need to enter the start line via 18th St.
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Q: Where do I pick up my AAON Gran Fondo registration packet if I cannot pick it up on Friday, June 7 or Saturday, June 8?
A: We will have a limited window to pick up your packet between 6:00 AM and 7:00 AM at the AAON Gran Fondo staging area.
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Q: Where do I park for the Williams Townie ride?
A: Park in the surface lots near 18th St. and Boulder Ave. You will need to enter the start line via 18th St.
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Q: Which streets are on the Sunday criteriums?
A: Riverside Dr. between Galveston and Lawton Aves., Lawton Ave. between Riverside Dr. and 13th St., 13th St. between Lawton and Galveston Aves., Galveston Ave. between 13th St. and Riverside Dr.
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Q: Where are the AAON Gran Fondo route maps?
A: The route maps are located here.
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Q: Where does the Sunday AAON Gran Fondo start/end?
A: The start/finish is located at 15th St. and Riverside Dr.
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Q: Where is the start line for Sunday's criteriums?
A: Riverside Dr., between Houston and Indian Aves.
