Tour de Proviso

The villages of Oak Park, Forest Park and River Forest will host the Sixth Annual Tour de Proviso on Saturday, October 4 to promote health and wellness across Proviso Township and its neighboring villages.

This free annual bike ride brings together neighboring communities for a morning of cycling and regional connection across many communities including Bellwood, Broadview, Forest Park, Maywood, Oak Park, River Forest and more.

Originally started in 2020 by Mayor Katrina Thompson of Broadview as a way to foster wellness during the pandemic, the annual event is organized in partnership with Best of Proviso Township and has grown into a rotating, multi-community ride. Each year, a different municipality takes the lead in organizing the route and activities. Oak Park is hosting Tour de Proviso for the first time and is looking forward to welcoming riders this fall.

There is a 20-mile course, set to begin at 8 a.m. from Village Hall (123 Madison St.), leading riders north through Oak Park before crossing into River Forest, Maywood, Bellwood, Broadview and Forest Park before finishing back at Village Hall.

The seven-mile version also departs and returns to Village Hall. Starting out at approximately 8:30 a.m., this condensed route travels through host communities Oak Park, River Forest and Forest Park.

All riders will receive a 2025 Tour de Proviso t-shirt and participation medal. Register to participate in this free community event by visiting www.oak-park.us/tdp25. Registration must be completed by 11:59 p.m. CT on Sunday, Sept. 14 to receive a T-shirt and medal.

Following the ride, the Village of Oak Park and its partners will host a Community Fair on the south lawn at Village Hall from 9 a.m. until noon. Attendees can visit with elected officials, representatives from Village departments, community organizations and partners and local businesses. Food vendors will also be on site with music provided by a local DJ.