Appalachian Mountain Bike Club

Knoxville Winter Cyclocross Series
2026-01-17 11:00 - 15:00, 2026-01-18 11:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Morningside Park, 1515 Hazen St, Knoxville, TN, 37915, United States
This is the first year of this winter cyclocross race series – find more info and register here.
“Be prepared for a challenging, off-road, cyclocross course. It’s going to have it all. Rain or shine or sleet or snow we’ll be out there. All races will take place in Morning Side Park. You’ve got to wear an approved bicycle helmet while on your bike.
The B Race is for first time cyclocross racers or those who approach racing with a casual demeanor. You’re here for fun and you know it. If you win, you’ll get to stand upon a podium and there may be cool prizes.
The A Race is for people who like to push it and for experienced cyclocross racers. A bike racers category. They’ll get to stand on a podium after each race and there will be a cash prize for the series winner.
The race is located in the lower half of Morning Side Park in Knoxville, TN. Park at the CITYSCAPE office/other stuff development at 900 E Hill Ave, Knoxville, TN 37915.”

WORK PARTY - CONCORD
2026-02-07 09:00 - 12:00 | Concord Park – Ball Field Lot across from The Cove, 11807 S Northshore Dr, Knoxville, 37922, United States
Come out and join us at Concord for our monthly Work Party on Saturday, February 7 from 9am-12pm! Lunch will be provided at noon by Hurricane Cycles, and Creature Comforts will be hooking us up with cold beverages.
As usual, AMBC will provide the tools, just come prepared to work with sturdy shoes, gloves, safety glasses, and water. Families with kids are welcome. If you haven’t already, please sign AMBC’s 2026 Waiver before the event.
We’re meeting at the ball field parking lot across the street from The Cove. If you put 11807 S Northshore Dr in your GPS, it should take you to the correct parking lot.
Thank you to our sponsors and volunteers!

SoKno Rail Trail - Official Launch
2026-02-27 13:00 - 13:30 | Kern’s Bakery, 2201 Kerns Rising Way, Knoxville, TN, 37920, United States
Please join us for the official launch of the SoKno Rail Trail & Art Walk on Friday, February 27th at 1pm at Kern’s Food Hall located at 2201 Kern’s Rising Way.
Shout out to the Legacy Parks, City of Knoxville, and Knoxville’s Urban Wilderness teams!

WORK PARTY - IC KING
2026-03-07 09:00 - 12:00 | I.C. King Park via Maryville Pike, 2625 Maryville Pike, Knoxville, TN, 37920, United States
Come out and join us at IC King for our monthly Work Party on Saturday, March 7 from 9am-12pm! Lunch will be provided at noon by Cycology Bicycles, and Creature Comforts will be hooking us up with cold beverages.
As usual, AMBC will provide the tools, just come prepared to work with sturdy shoes, gloves, safety glasses, and water. Families with kids are welcome. If you haven’t already, please sign AMBC’s 2026 Waiver before the event.
Thank you to our sponsors and volunteers!

Bikes & Beta with Climbing Roots
2026-03-11 18:00 | Baker Creek Preserve, 1516 Taylor Road, Knoxville, TN, 37920, United States
Join Climbing Roots on Wednesday, March 11 at 6pm for an all-levels mountain bike ride on green and blue trails at Baker Creek followed by a post-ride climb! Bring a bike & helmet. All riders get a half-priced day pass for climbing.
Email contact@climbingroots.com with any questions.

Social Ride at Baker Creek - CANCELED
2026-03-17 17:30 - 19:30 | Baker Creek Preserve, 1516 Taylor Road, Knoxville, TN, 37920, United States
AMBC’s Social Ride on March 17th has been canceled due to cold, wet weather. See you on April 7th at Meads Quarry!
Join us for a fun, low-pressure group ride at Baker Creek! AMBC’s Social Ride is a great way to connect with other mountain bikers and get comfortable on the trails. Everyone is welcome!!
Meet at 5:30 at Baker Creek Pavilion (1530 Taylor Rd) and ride at 6:00! Rides are usually around 1.5 hours and average 5-7 miles. No drop; no one gets left behind! Complete our 2026 waiver before you ride.
Please note: We will not ride if it is raining or if the trails are wet — check the trail conditions here. We may pivot to a greenway ride, so keep an eye on our Instagram and Facebook for day-of updates.
Social Ride is every 1st Tuesday at Meads Quarry and every 3rd Tuesday at Baker Creek from spring through fall, unless otherwise noted. We’d love to see you on the trails!

Banff Mountain Film Festival - AMBC Night
2026-03-24 19:00 - 21:30 | Bijou Theatre, 803 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN, 37902, United States
Enjoy the Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour in Knoxville while supporting AMBC — a portion of the Tuesday night ticket sales benefits AMBC! Get your tickets here.
Embark on an extraordinary cinematic adventure at the Bijou Theatre this March as the Banff Mountain Film Festival returns for two nights! Renowned as the world’s largest and most prestigious mountain festival, Banff showcases the very best in adventure, exploration, and environmental storytelling.
This year, we’re thrilled to welcome back the Banff Road Warrior from Canada — a beloved feature of the Bijou screenings.
The 2025/2026 World Tour will feature a selection of award-winning films chosen from over 400 submissions to the annual festival. These films are an exhilarating journey through the captivating beauty of uncharted landscapes, the richness of remote cultures, and the heart-pounding excitement of action sports.
Each evening will feature a different lineup of films, transporting you to the far corners of the globe and celebrating the boundless spirit of adventure. Exact films will be announced soon — stay tuned for updates.
Don’t miss your chance to experience the Banff Mountain Film Festival at the Bijou Theatre; where the spirit of adventure comes to life on the big screen! Doors open at 6, and the show starts at 7.

Knox Bike Racing - Wednesday Series
2026-04-01 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-04-08 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-04-15 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-04-22 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-04-29 18:00 - 19:30
Knox Bike Racing‘s Wednesday Night MTB Race Series features 10 cross-country mountain bike races held across multiple trail systems in the Knoxville, TN area. Race categories start a few minutes apart, and scoring is handled through Webscorer, providing live results and individual lap times. This series is not USAC-sanctioned, so no racing license is required.
Find race details, cost, and other info here. Keep an eye on their website for schedule changes and rain dates. Be sure to sign up in advance for a discounted race fee.
RACE TIMES: All categories must be staged at the start line by 6:10 PM. Expert racers will start at 6:15 PM, with remaining categories released at intervals of a few minutes to spread out the field.
2026 Event Schedule:

4/1: Baker Creek Preserve 1 CW
4/8: Fort Dickerson
4/15: Sharp’s Ridge Firebreak
4/22: Mead’s Quarry – Hickory Loop
4/29: IC King – North Side
5/6: Baker Creek Preserve 2 CCW
5/13: Concord Park – Ball Fields
5/20: Mead’s Quarry– Ross Marble Loop
6/3: Sharp’s Ridge Independence
6/10: Baker Creek Preserve 3 CW

The # of laps required for each category is listed below:

Juniors 11 & Under – 1 lap
Juniors 12-14 – 1 lap (Baker Creek will be 2 laps)
Juniors 15-18 and Beginner – 2 laps (Baker Creek will be 3 laps)
E-Bike, Single Speed, Sport Men and Women – 3 laps (Baker Creek will be 4 laps)
Expert – 4 laps (Baker Creek will be 5 laps)

BINGO Night Benefitting AMBC at Sweet P's BBQ
2026-04-01 18:30 - 20:30 | Sweet P’s Uptown Corner, 3029 Tazewell Pike, Knoxville, TN, 37918, United States
Join us for dinner and BINGO at Sweet P’s BBQ on Wednesday, April 1st from 6:30-8:30 pm. BINGO cards directly support AMBC and will be sold at the door for $10 each, or 3 for $25. Kids cards are $5 each. We’ll play 4-5 games with the opportunity to win a prize every game. Come out and support!

WORK PARTY - NORRIS
2026-04-04 09:00 - 12:00 | Marine Railway Trailhead, 360 Whitaker Hollow Rd, Rocky Top, Tennessee, 37769, United States
Come out and join us at Norris for our monthly Work Party on Saturday, April 4 from 9am-12pm! Lunch will be provided at noon by Harpers Bike Shop, and Creature Comforts will be hooking us up with cold beverages.
As usual, AMBC will provide the tools, just come prepared to work with sturdy shoes, gloves, safety glasses, and water. Families with kids are welcome. If you haven’t already, please sign AMBC’s 2026 Waiver before the event.
Thank you to our sponsors and volunteers!

Social Ride at Meads Quarry
2026-04-07 17:30 - 19:30, 2026-05-05 17:30 - 19:30 | Meads Quarry, 3526 Island Home Pike, Knoxville, TN, 37920, United States
Join us for a fun, low-pressure group ride at Meads Quarry! AMBC’s Social Ride is a great way to connect with other mountain bikers and get comfortable on the trails. Everyone is welcome!!
Meet at 5:30 at just between the parking lot and Meads Quarry, and ride at 6:00! Rides are usually around 1.5 hours and average 5-7 miles. No drop; no one gets left behind! Complete our 2026 waiver before you ride.
Please note: We will not ride if it is raining or if the trails are wet — check the trail conditions here. We may pivot to a greenway ride, so keep an eye on our Instagram and Facebook for day-of updates.
Social Ride is every 1st Tuesday at Meads Quarry and every 3rd Tuesday at Baker Creek from spring through fall, unless otherwise noted. We’d love to see you on the trails!
*Parking at Ijams (including the Meads Quarry lots) requires an Ijams membership with a parking pass or a one-time parking pass of $5/day that can be purchased in the parking lot.

KKB's South Knoxville Community Cleanup
2026-04-18 09:00 - 12:00 | Chapman Square, 4409 Chapman Hwy, Knoxville, TN, 37920, United States
Join Keep Knoxville Beautiful at the South Knoxville Community Cleanup (SKCC) 2026. On Saturday, April 18th from 9am to 12pm, dozens of volunteers will be picking up litter throughout South Knoxville.
At the SKCC 2025, 310 volunteers picked up over 7,800 lbs of litter in just 3 hours! This event is a great way to participate in a larger effort to keep Knoxville clean, green, and beautiful!
Meet at Chapman Square at 4409 Chapman Hwy. We will be removing litter from South Knoxville roads, creeks, and parks. Participants of any age are welcome! We look forward to seeing those who live, work, or play in South Knoxville – as well as anyone who wants to lend a helping hand. There are four options for cleanup:

Sign up as a group with 5+ people to be assigned or to request an area for South Knox cleanup

Litter Cleanup at Chapman Square

Creek Cleanup at Goose Creek at Mary Vestal Park

Invasive Removal with Ijams at Community Unity Park in Montgomery Village

Be sure to sign up before Sunday, April 12th at 11:59 PM.

Earth Day Fest at Baker Creek Bottoms
2026-04-18 11:00 - 22:00 | Baker Creek Preserve, 1516 Taylor Road, Knoxville, TN, 37920, United States
Mark your calendars for the annual EARTH DAY FESTIVAL at Baker Creek Bottoms — a day full of fun, adventure, and outdoor appreciation! This event is put on by 71 South and Bear Paw Bikes.
11AM-10PM on Saturday, April 18
Live Music Group Rides Good Food Fun Activities Local Vendors…AND MORE!!

Additional information coming. Stay tuned for updates on Facebook!

Social Ride at Baker Creek
2026-04-21 17:30 - 19:30 | Baker Creek Preserve, 1516 Taylor Road, Knoxville, TN, 37920, United States
Join us for a fun, low-pressure group ride at Baker Creek! AMBC’s Social Ride is a great way to connect with other mountain bikers and get comfortable on the trails. Everyone is welcome!!
Meet at 5:30 at Baker Creek Pavilion (1530 Taylor Rd) and ride at 6:00! Rides are usually around 1.5 hours and average 5-7 miles. No drop; no one gets left behind! Complete our 2026 waiver before you ride.
Please note: We will not ride if it is raining or if the trails are wet — check the trail conditions here. We may pivot to a greenway ride, so keep an eye on our Instagram and Facebook for day-of updates.
Social Ride is every 1st Tuesday at Meads Quarry and every 3rd Tuesday at Baker Creek from spring through fall, unless otherwise noted. We’d love to see you on the trails!

Second Annual Tree Fest
2026-04-24 16:00 - 20:00 | Baker Creek Preserve, 1516 Taylor Road, Knoxville, TN, 37920, United States
Support Trees Knoxville at their biggest event of the year, Tree Fest!
Knoxville’s Second Annual Tree Fest is an event celebrating all things trees on Friday, April 24, 2026, at Baker Creek Preserve (3700 Lancaster Dr, Knoxville, TN 37920) from 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm.
We are inviting local sponsors to participate in the event. Sponsorship will help us cover the costs of Tree Fest, including rentals, signage, activities, music, food & t-shirts for volunteers, and equipment rentals. Tree Fest is our biggest event of the year, is free to the public, and brings in over 300 community members to learn about and appreciate our urban forest…
What to Expect:

Education tree walks around Baker Creek Preserve.

Free tree giveaways

Games and family-friendly activities

Local vendors and eco-friendly crafts

Live Screen printing with local artist

Come plant a tree, grow the community!

Sign up for volunteer events starting soon – be sure to check their website for more info!

Knox Xtreme Adventure Race
2026-04-25 | Knoxville Adventure Collective, 900 Volunteer Landing Ln, Knoxville, TN, 37915, United States
If you love adventure and want to get more connected in South Knoxville, then check out the Knox Xtreme Adventure Race on Saturday, April 25 (8-hour and 30-hour options)!
“Are you ready to take on an intermediate-level adventure race that will challenge your endurance, navigation, and teamwork? The REV3Endurance Knox Xtreme 8-Hour Adventure Race will have you running, biking, paddling, and navigating your way through the beautiful trails and waterways of South Knoxville and the Urban Wilderness. Plus, we’re celebrating our 5th year of the Knox Xtreme Adventure Race with an all-new 30-hour edition for 2026!”
Races include paddling, trekking, mountain biking, and pavement biking and can be completed as an individual or team race. Learn more and register.

8th Annual Veterans Heritage Ridge Run
2026-04-25 08:00 | Sharps Ridge Park, Sharps Ridge Memorial Park Drive, Knoxville, 37917
The 8th Annual Veterans’ Ridge Run is presented by Veteran Heritage Site Foundation & Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 1078. It’s an event for JROTC to compete for the Ridge Cup and for runners to be aware of the city’s Veterans Park. Many runners come to support the Sharp’s Ridge Veterans Memorial Park and Veterans Heritage Site Foundation. The Run will be on the Trails on Sharp’s Ridge.
Rucksack runners will carry a rucksack with 10 pounds of food to bring awareness to the 22 veterans who commit suicide daily due to carrying the burdens of PTSD. Also the 10K Ruck is to bring awareness to homelessness in veterans and Mayor Glenn Jacobs new Hero Hill, a new tiny home for Knox County homeless veterans. The food will be donated to Second Harvest.
JROTC will compete for the Ridge Cup for the High School Jr ROTC and the JROTC teams which will be sponsored so there is no cost to the students. R2Factor is also working with the JROTC teams.
Sign up for one of the following: 5K; 10K; Fun Walk/Run; Supporter here.
Check in and on site registration starts at 8:00 AM. Race starts at 9:00 a.m.
Starting Line: Lincoln Park Technology Trade Center (535 Chickamauga Ave)
For More Information Contact: Marilyn Childress, (678) 920-1989, President@VeteransHeritageSite.org
2026 handout Ridge Run April 25 flyer Mayors

CVTA's Poker Run
2026-04-25 08:30 | Clinch River Brewing, 2045 Norris Fwy, Norris, TN, 37828, United States
Join Clinch Valley Trail Alliance (CVTA) for a fun mountain bike event for most skill levels with 17 mile and 25 mile options — the Poker Run! The route starts and ends at Clinch River Brewing (2045 Norris Freeway) and includes dirt, gravel, and asphalt trails in Norris Dam State Park and Norris Watershed.
From April 3rd-23rd, the registration fee is $40. Optional box lunch for $20. Learn more and register here!
25 Mile Option

Check in at 8:30 am
Start at 9 am

17 Mile Option

Check in at 9:30 am
Start at 10 am

*Severe weather date is May 10th.

TVB's Easy Rider
2026-04-28 18:30
Easy Rider is Tennessee Valley Bikes’ social group mountain bike ride. Chill pace, snack breaks, no drop, and beginner friendly! The rides are usually about 1 hour and 4-6 miles.
Easy Rider is the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays — the opposite Tuesdays as AMBC Social Ride (so you can do it all!). Ride locations + details are posted on their Instagram and Facebook pages. Stay tuned with TVB for updates, changes, or cancellations!

Outlandish Adventure Festival
2026-05-01 - 2026-05-02
Save the date for the Outlandish Adventure Festival May 1-2. More details coming soon!

Outlandish Social Ride
2026-05-02 09:00 | Meads Quarry, 3526 Island Home Pike, Knoxville, TN, 37920, United States
Join AMBC’s Social Ride at Outlandish Adventure Festival for a fun, co-ed group mountain bike ride at Meads Quarry at 9 am on Saturday, May 2nd! Social Ride is a great way to connect with other mountain bikers and get comfortable on the trails. The ride will be around 1-1.5 hours so you can get back to watch the Whip Off at 11! Everyone is welcome, and no one gets left behind!
Meet at the AMBC tent at Meads Quarry at 9 am. Plan to get there early for parking – it will be busy!
What to bring:

Mountain bike
Helmet
Water

Complete AMBC’s 2026 waiver and sign up before you ride. Learn more about our Outlandish groups rides here.

Outlandish Joy Ride
2026-05-02 09:00 | Meads Quarry, 3526 Island Home Pike, Knoxville, TN, 37920, United States
Get on the trails with other ladies at AMBC’s Joy Ride at Outlandish Adventure Festival and celebrate International Women’s MTB Day! Joy Ride creates a welcoming, non-intimidating environment for women and non-binary riders. We’ll split into groups based on experience and make sure everyone has a great time on the trails! Rides will be tailored for Beginner and Beginner Plus riders.
Meet at the Joy Ride tent at Meads Quarry at 9 am. Plan to get there early for parking – it will be busy!
What to bring:

Mountain bike
Helmet
Water

Complete AMBC’s 2026 waiver and sign up before you ride.

Kids & Youth Social MTB Ride
2026-05-02 12:30 - 14:00 | Meads Quarry, 3526 Island Home Pike, Knoxville, TN, 37920, United States
Kids and youth from 2nd grade through high school are invited to join AMBC Trail Blazers, Appalachian Youth Cycling, and Little Bellas for a social mountain bike ride on Saturday, May 2nd at 12:30 pm during Outlandish Adventure Festival. Trail Blazers, AYC, and Little Bellas volunteers will lead groups on this fun ride for kids and youth of all skill levels. We’ll be back by 2 pm to watch the Highline Demo over the quarry!
Meet at the AMBC tent at Meads Quarry – arrive early and be ready to park and walk (it will be BUSY).
What to bring:

Mountain bike or bike with knobby tires (1.75″+) and hand brakes (required!)
Helmet
Water (and a way to carry it on the ride)
Closed-toe shoes (not Crocs)
Rain jacket (as needed)

Complete AMBC’s Trail Blazers waiver and sign up here before your child rides.
Learn more about our other Outlandish group rides.

Big Fun Tuesday
2026-05-05 18:00 - 21:00 | Meads Quarry, 3526 Island Home Pike, Knoxville, TN, 37920, United States
Join us at Meads Quarry for the Big Fun Tuesday celebration as we kick off the season with a Trails and Tacos Night with an AMBC Social Ride and some tasty tacos by TVB.
May 5th from 6-9 pm. Save the date – Big Fun Tuesdays are the first Tuesdays of the month from now through the summer!
