Riding for the Cultural Center of Cape Cod puts funding directly in the Learning and Educaiton Department at the Center. Whether on the bike, donating funds, or volunteering on the sidelines, we need your help.
Our learning programs serve those who need us most and offers classes, workshops, and mentoring in the arts to youth and young adults at risk. 25,000 people annually from all over the Cape take part in programming and with you suport will continue to grow year over year.
The Cultural Center of Cape Cod was founded in 2001, driven by a passionate group of community members determined to preserve and revitalize the historic Bass River Savings Bank building, which had stood vacant and deteriorating for seventeen years. Through the extraordinary efforts of dedicated volunteers, strategic community partnerships, and grassroots fundraising, the Cultural Center was established and officially opened as a nonprofit organization in 2007, successfully renovating the building at a fraction of the original estimated cost, thanks to generous grants, including substantial support from the Town of Yarmouth Community Preservation Fund.
Under its guiding principle "All the Arts for All of Us," the Center has become a cornerstone of cultural enrichment on Cape Cod. It aims to cultivate curiosity, creativity, and cultural exploration through inclusive and accessible programs across visual, culinary, literary, and performing arts. Since opening its doors, the Cultural Center has welcomed more than 275,000 visitors, providing a vibrant community space where art, education, and culture converge.
Cultural Center of Cape Cod - Second Summer Cycle
The Second Summer Cycle is the perfect event for riders of all levels, offering a picturesque journey through 8 historic Cape Cod towns and a strong commitment to rider safety. Four distances are being offered, 15, 34, 60, and 101 miles. The start and finish is at beautiful Smugglers Beach in South Yarmouth where there will be a Finish Line Celebration from 12PM-5PM, including local beer, food trucks and live music.
Routes & Registration
Links for the ride maps are as follows: (The permitting process has started)
Starts and Finishes: Starts and finishes will be at staggered times starting at 7:00AM from Smugglers Beach in South Yarmouth.
Registration Pricing:
- Century (101 miles): $125
- Almost Metric Century Plus (60 miles): $95
- 34 Mile Ride: $80
- 15 Mile Ride: $60
Safety: We will have marshals at every turn to help guide riders, and motorcyclists will be patrolling the entire course.
Support services: Bike shops will be represented along the course to help with any technical issues. There will also be SAG (support and gear) vehicles to help riders who need support or a pickup along the course.
Hydration and Nutrition: Ample hydration and nutrition stops will be strategically positioned along the course, along with medical and physical therapy stations equipped with tents and tables to ensure participants' comfort and well-being. The Hydration and Nutrition stops will be approximately every 15 miles.
Medical and Physical Therapy: There will be medical and physical therapy support at the Hydration and Nutrition stops.
Beneficiaries
21 Cape Cod non-profit organizations will benefit from the monies generated by the riders, each of whom is asked to raise at least $250 for their non-profit of choice, or to be disseminated across all participating charities, in addition to the registration fee.
Beneficiaries: All money raised by the riders will be paid directly to the beneficiaries. Riders are expected to raise at least $250 each, and each beneficiary team is expected to raise $5,000.
Finish Line Celebration
The Finish Line Celebration will take place from 12PM-5PM at Smuggler's Beach. You will be able to dance to the music of a great local band. You will have $30 in vouchers to use at food and beverage trucks as part of your registration fee to purchase food or beverages from 4 different food trucks, to include cold beverages provided by Barnstable Brewing Company, with Second Summer Cycle cans as memorabilia!
Changing your clothes at the finish: If you wish to change your clothes at the finish, changing rooms will be provided.
Hosted by: Second Summer Cycle, Inc, a 501c3, non-profit organization.
Don't miss your chance to be part of the Second Summer Cycle on September 14th, 2025!
Cultural Center:
Join our team, "The Masterpieces," for Second Summer Cycle – September 14, 2025
On Sunday, September 14, 2025, the Cultural Center of Cape Cod is thrilled to particpate in Second Summer Cycle, a bike ride and fundraising event that celebrates the transformative power of art and education in our community. This year, we’re calling on YOU to help us raise $25,000. And this year it is our Executive Director Molly Demeulenaere’s 47th birthday. Every dollar raised will go directly to support the Cultural Center’s learning programs that enrich lives and strengthen our Cape Cod community.
Your support fuels vital initiatives like:
- Scholarships for underserved youth, giving them the opportunity to explore their creativity in art, music, and dance.
- Programs for seniors, offering engaging workshops that inspire lifelong learning and connection.
- Accessible art opportunities for individuals with disabilities, empowering them to express themselves in meaningful ways.
By participating in the Second Summer Cycle, you’re not just supporting a bike ride—you’re helping to bring the arts to life for people of all ages and backgrounds.
Here’s how you can make an impact:
- Donate: Every contribution brings us closer to our goal. Whether it’s $47, $147, or $1,047, your gift will directly support life-changing programs here at the Center.
- Ride With Us: Join the Second Summer Cycle and experience the beauty of Cape Cod’s "second summer" while celebrating art, education, and community.
- Spread the Word: Share this campaign with your friends, family, and social networks to help us reach even more supporters.
Together, we can create opportunities for learning, creativity, and connection that will resonate across generations. Your contribution—big or small—makes an enormous difference and ensures that the Cultural Center can continue to serve as a hub for arts and education.
Let’s ride, celebrate, and make this September 14th a day to remember for our community and for Molly’s special milestone.
With gratitude,
Team "The Materpieces," Cultural Center of Cape Cod
P.S. Every dollar you give goes directly to supporting our learning programs. Thank you for helping us make Cape Cod a place where art and education thrive for all!