Registration Opening Soon!

NEW THIS YEAR!
• Simplified routes (Family-Friendly 10 Miles & 20 Miles)
• T-shirt included with every registration!
• After Party at Raue Center (live music, raffles, cash bar)!

Date:
Saturday, August 2, 2025

Location:
Start – City Hall (100 W Woodstock St, Crystal Lake, IL)
End – Brink St. Parking lot (Behind Raue Center For The Arts)
The route will be announced once finalized, within two weeks of the event.

Packet Pick-up @ Raue Center
4 pm – 8 pm – Friday, August 1, 2025
10 am – 1 pm – Saturday, August 2, 2025

Event Timeline:
7:30 pm – Registration
9:00 pm – 20-mile Ride starts
9:05 pm – 10-mile Ride starts
10:00 pm – After Party begins at Raue Center
11:30 pm – Route closes
Midnight – Party ends

Cost:*
$36 ends June 13th
$41 ends August 1st
$51 Day of
Kids (12 & under) $21
*Pricing (includes soft-style t-shirt and after party)

Too late to drive home after the ride?
The Holiday Inn of Crystal Lake has partnered with us to offer a discounted rate for a limited number of rooms when you use the link below or call 1-800-HOLIDAY (1-800-465-4329) with Code: NOR
Click here to reserve your room today!

Volunteers Wanted!

Be a volunteer! Registration/set-up assistance, Course marshals, and Pace riders are needed. To volunteer, visit our registration page!

Safety is the number one priority for the Night Owl!

Please review these items before coming to the ride:

• Helmets are mandatory.

• Lights and reflectors are mandatory.

• Review the route before you start the ride.

• Obey all traffic laws. (Officers may issue citations.)

• Carry an ID and cell phone. – A cell phone number for at least one member of your group MUST be on file when you check in.

• Bike must be in good condition.

• Do not ride more than two abreast.

• Please bring a reusable water bottle.

• In the event of an emergency during the ride, please call 911

• The rest stop is located at Woodscreek Park. Water, restrooms, snacks, and first aid will be available.

Watch our Facebook page for any updates on the ride. There will be no refunds for the ride.

Attention Participants

The majority of the route includes designated bike routes, lanes, and paths. The route is approximately 20 miles. There will also be a shorter, family-friendly route, which is 10 miles. The routes may change based on current path/street conditions and road construction. The Night Owl is limited to 500 riders. Any rider 18 years and under must be accompanied by an adult throughout the ride.

The safety of Night Owl participants is of primary importance. The route is on public streets and must be shared with motor vehicles during evening hours. We require all riders to wear helmets, have lights on their bicycle, and ride no more than two abreast. The Crystal Lake Police Department also reminds us to obey all traffic laws. This is NOT a race, but a RIDE! The Crystal Lake Police Department bike patrol will ride along with us to ensure a safe and fun ride for all participants. 

There are no refunds for the Night Owl ride.

Become a Sponsor!

Show your support for a bike-friendly McHenry County and get exposure with area cyclists and families!
Night Owl is a great opportunity to showcase your business or organization!

All proceeds from the ride support Raue Center For The Arts.

A variety of support packages are available to make this event a success!

Click here for more info on sponsorships or contact Meredith Schaefer Flowers at mschaefer@rauecenter.org