Long ago, when the elder gods roamed the shores of Bar Marley, the locals gathered around the Sun monument to partake in a pre-Hallow’s Eve ritual: The Casket Cat. The bravest cyclists from every corner of Knoxville raced across the city chasing spirits, exploring haunted groves and completing fearsome challenges. All for the glory of being the first to make it back alive!

This year we’re calling on the Ancient Ones to help us resurrect the old ways, and we invite you to join us beneath the Sun Sphere to celebrate the dark tradition.

The Casket Cat is an alley cat race. At the start of the race, riders will receive a ‘manifest’ with a list of checkpoints. At each checkpoint you’ll be asked to complete some sort of challenge (don’t worry, it won’t be anything crazy). The first rider to make it back having visited every checkpoint is the winner.

Ride as a team or ride solo.

Costumers encouraged!

Expect cheap thrills and even cheaper prizes

Location/Start Time: World’s Fair Amphitheater. 1PM Registration. 2PM Race.

End Location: Marie’s Old Town Tavern (904 N Central St)

Challenge Level: Ride your own pace, but you gotta be fast to win.

Distance/Elevation: Every route will be different, but expect to ride 15-20 miles.

Route: Manifest provided at registration

Appropriate Bike: Any bike that you feel comfortable riding fast and on city streets.

Rider Expectations: 

• The alley cat is an unsupported race on public roads. Be comfortable riding with cars and respect the rules of the road.

• The ride STARTS at the World’s Fair Amphitheater and ENDS at Marie’s Tavern. Plan accordingly.

• Locks recommended. Tool kits encouraged. Helmets required