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The AlKEMist Gravel Fest

location_city Mandan

location_on North Dakota

flag United States

calendar_today 03 Oct, 2026

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About the Event

The AlKemist Gravel Fest — October 4, 2025 | Mandan, North Dakota


Brewed for the Bold. Born on Gravel.


The AlKemist Gravel Fest was first brewed up in 2018 after exploring some of the most rugged and rewarding gravel roads in Morton County, North Dakota. Now it’s one of the region’s most anticipated fall gravel races — bringing together cyclists who crave challenge, community, and an unbeatable view.

Start your adventure at Graner Park / Sugarloaf Bottoms, just south of Mandan, ND, where you’ll climb out of the Missouri River Valley and onto the bluffs of Morton County. Every mile serves up fast descents, minimum-maintenance roads, and some of the longest climbs in the region — all balanced by wide-open prairie skies and unforgettable scenery.

When the dust settles, join us for post-race awards, hot food fresh off the grill, and a celebration worthy of the miles you’ve conquered.

 

Races Offered

The AlKemist - 55-mile

Oct 03, 2026

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Distance — 55 Miles

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Type — Gravel biking

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10:00

The AlKemist eBike - 55-mile

Oct 03, 2026

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Distance — 55 Miles

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Type — Gravel biking

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10:00

The Elixir - 30-mile

Oct 03, 2026

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Distance — 30 Miles

terrain

Type — Gravel biking

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11:00

The Elixir eBike - 30-mile

Oct 03, 2026

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Distance — 30 Miles

terrain

Type — Gravel biking

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11:00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Mandan.

Temp (°C)
Feels Like (°C)
thermostat 3.9° / 15.6°
wb_sunny -0.3° / 11.2°
Wind (km/h)
Humidity (%)
air 14.0 /
water_drop 63.1%

About Mandan

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Mandan is a town in Western North Dakota. Mandan is immediately west of the state capital, Bismarck. It has a population of 23,000 people in 2020.

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