L’association Adventure Cycling fête ses 50 ans d’existence (Missoula, USA)
23Octau 25Oct
Fifty years ago, some four-thousand cyclists set out across the country on the first long-distance bike route in the U.S., making history with every pedal stroke. The organization that grew out of that ride has called Missoula, Montana home ever since.
The Golden October CelebrationOctober 23–25, 2026 | Missoula, Montana$150 per person | Space is limited to 300Learn More & RegisterThis is Adventure Cycling’s autumnal 50th Anniversary gathering: a weekend to celebrate the people, the rides, and the community that built this organization and to look ahead together at what the next 50 years can be. We will be joined by ACA’s founders, board of directors, past and current staff, long-time members, tour leaders, volunteers, and supporters from every era of this organization’s life. If you have been part of ACA’s story, at any point and in any way, this weekend is for you!Beautiful Missoula, MT, photo by Destination MissoulaHere is what the weekend looks like:
Friday, October 23: Arrive and settle in. Join us at ACA headquarters from 5:30 to 8:30 PM for a board-hosted welcome reception. Pick up your welcome packet, enjoy a slice of birthday cake, and meet fellow members and the board before heading into Missoula for dinner on your own.
Saturday, October 24: The heart of the weekend. Morning activities will include guided building tours, an oral history recording project, a show and tell of member mementos, stories from the road presentations, and a conversation with board members about ACA’s strategic direction for the next 50 years. That evening, everyone will gather at the Holiday Inn Missoula Downtown for the main celebration dinner: a full program, buffet, and first drink are included.
Sunday, October 25: Self-directed adventure day. We will share suggested rides and local activities so you can close out the weekend the way cyclists do best.
A few things to know: The planning committee is still working on the details for the schedule of events. Keep an eye on the event page for activity details and locations. Registration is $150 per person and covers the full weekend. The event is capped at 300 participants, and we expect it to sell out, so do not wait. A discounted room block is available at the Holiday Inn Missoula Downtown on a first-come, first-served basis. Use group code “ACA” when reserving online or calling 406-721-8550. If the registration cost is a barrier, please reach out to together@adventurecycling.org. We do not want anyone left behind. Register for the Golden October CelebrationThis is where it all began. Come celebrate what it has become and help shape what comes next. With gratitude, Drew EchelbergerDevelopment ManagerAdventure Cycling Association 1976 Bikecentennial Photo By Dan Burden
Adventure Cycling inspires, empowers, and connects people to travel by bicycle.
Beautiful Missoula, MT, photo by Destination MissoulaHere is what the weekend looks like:
1976 Bikecentennial Photo By Dan Burden
Adventure Cycling inspires, empowers, and connects people to travel by bicycle.