Ride for the Arts. Ride for Fun. Ride Because This Place Matters.
If you’re looking at this page, chances are you already know Cotuit Center for the Arts.
You’ve been to a show. Taken a class. Walked through the gallery. Brought a friend. Brought another friend.
This ride is your chance to keep all of that going — and to have a great day on a bike while you’re at it.
Why Ride?
First: because it’s fun.
Beautiful routes. Multiple distances. Riders of different speeds and ambitions. You can push yourself… or just enjoy the ride and the company.
Second: because it matters.
This ride is a key fundraiser for Cotuit Center for the Arts. The money raised here helps us hit our annual budget goals and keeps the lights on for:
Theater productions that sell out
Concerts that surprise you
Classes that welcome beginners and pros alike
A gallery that’s always changing and always free to explore
No arts center. No ride.
Why Ride With Us?
Because we’re aiming big this year.
We want to be:
Every rider who joins us, every dollar raised, gets us closer to that goal — and strengthens an arts organization that serves the entire Cape community year-round.
Not a Hardcore Cyclist?
Perfect.
There are multiple ride lengths, and no one’s judging your pace. Whether you’re here to crush miles or cruise and chat, you belong on this ride.
The Bottom Line
This is about more than cycling.
It’s about showing up for a place that shows up for all of us.
So ride with us.
Fundraise with us.
Help make this our strongest Second Summer Cycle yet.
Cotuit Center for the Arts - Second Summer Cycle
Overview
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
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!
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Welcome home to Cotuit Center for the Arts, where the magic of theater, music, art, and education lives under one umbrella—all year long! We are a vibrant cultural hub that collaborates with local artists, musicians, performers, educators, and even celebrities to inspire creativity and connection. Our programming connects people of all ages, abilities, and interests to world-class theater and music, provocative art exhibits, and engaging classes that nurture curiosity and creativity.
Since 1995, our award-winning non-profit has been enriching Cape Cod, Southeastern Massachusetts, and beyond. We host over 50,000 visitors annually in our gallery, theaters, and classrooms, as well as through outreach programs for disabled teens, adults, and incarcerated youth. Our offerings range from innovative art exhibits and unforgettable live theater to eclectic concerts and hands-on workshops that teach everything from the basics to cutting-edge techniques.
We operate with a simple but powerful mission: to educate, entertain, illuminate, inspire, and include. These guiding pillars drive us to provide transformative experiences that foster a deep appreciation for the arts. With hundreds of hours of programming across our campus weekly, our bustling calendar reflects our commitment to being a welcoming space for all. Ticket sales only cover half of our operational needs; the rest is made possible by the generosity of donors, the passion of more than 1000 dedicated volunteers, and the vision of our staff and board. Together, we are building a community that celebrates creativity and connection.