Virginia’s Largest Bike Series Comes to Newport News

Prepare for Road Closures Friday and Saturday

This weekend, over 900 bicyclists will head to our great city for the “Tour of Newport News” competition. A Virginia Cycling Association Best All-round Rider (VCA BAR) event, this three-day Omnium (multiple races) features Friday Night Street Sprints on 23rd Street, the Crawford Road Time Trial on Saturday morning, the Newport News Twilight Criterium on Saturday afternoon/evening, and the Fort Eustis Circuit Race on Sunday. The incredible number of registrants makes this the largest cycling series in Virginia. 

Motorists should expect road closures in The Yard District downtown on both Friday and Saturday. On Friday, April 14, 23rd Street will be closed to all traffic from 6 p.m. until approximately 9:30 p.m. The closures on Saturday are more complex, as many roads will be used for the one-kilometer uphill and downhill race. Closures will take place from noon until 9:30 p.m. and include:

  • West Avenue: 25th to 26th Streets will be closed to ALL traffic; 23rd Street to 25th Street and 26th Street to 28th Street will be closed to through traffic
  • Washington Avenue: Closed to all traffic from 25th Street to 28th Street
  • Huntington Avenue: Closed to ALL traffic from 26th Street to 28th Street
  • 25th Street: Closed to ALL traffic from West Street to Washington Avenue; Closed to through traffic from Washington Avenue to Huntington Avenue
  • 26th Street: Closed to ALL traffic from West Avenue to Huntington Avenue
  • 27th Street: Closed to ALL traffic from Washington Avenue to Huntington Avenue

While roads are closed, spectators and guests will be able to park in marked lots and enjoy the races while also dining or enjoying a drink in The Yard District. For more information on how to watch the “Tour of Newport News,” visit nnparks.com. Cyclists can also still register for some races on the event website.