High Nelly Bike Rally

Join us for a fun family trail ride or the open road ride for the experienced rider on Saturday, August 2nd.

Pre-Registration will take place online April 1st until July 31st at 11 PM. T-shirts are only guaranteed for those who order before July 15th, 2025.  Day of registration will happen Saturday, August 2nd from 8 AM to 9 AM and prices will increase by $5 respectively.

Adults – $25

Kids (4-17) – $20

Your weekend pass is NOT included with your High Nelly registration, but you will receive a special online discounted code to purchase a fest pass for only $25 after your registration for the High Nelly is processed. This online discounted code will come in your conformation email from the High Nelly committee.

You can pick up your High Nelly Packet the day of the ride (Saturday, August 2nd) starting at 8 AM. That is when walk up registration will happen as well.

Or you can pick up your packet on Friday, August 1st from 4:00-7:00 pm at Park Ave and Mulberry St near the Main Gate to the Iowa Irish Fest.

Other reminders:

• Helmets are required for all riders on both routes
• The High Nelly is Saturday, August 2nd starting at 9:00am.
• Starting location and post ride party will be behind Anton’s.  Post ride beer is still on us!
• The ride will happen rain or shine. NO refunds will be given if a cancelled due to weather.
• Children and young adults 15 and under gain free entrance to the fest so no weekend pass is required
• We will once again be giving away a bicycle as well other prizes.
• Prizes will be awarded for the best Irish costume.

Please note that these maps will direct you to a website outside of the Iowa Irish Fest.

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