Events and Activities


Major Taylor racing in Paris 1908

Past events

June 4, 2025
Major Taylor, the Worcester Whirlwind
Beaman Memorial Public Library
West Boylston, Mass.

The West Boylston Historical Society will host an illustrated talk by Major Taylor Association president Lynne Tolman about the remarkable life of 1899 world cycling champion Major Taylor on and off the racetracks of the world at the turn of the 20th century, and how the legacy of this African American pioneer is shaping cycling and our cities today. The presentation will be at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 4, at the Beaman Memorial Public Library, 8 Newton St., West Boylston, Mass.

June 5-8, 2025
Major Taylor Convention
Los Angeles


Bike 20, 35, 50, 70 or 104 miles in southern California with the Major Taylor International Cycling Alliance. The Major Taylor Convention, a weekend of rides, seminars and social events June 5-8, 2025, is co-hosted by the Major Taylor Cycling Club Los Angeles. You don't have to be a member of a Major Taylor club to attend. Registration costs $125, not including lodging.

July 27, 2025
George Street Bike Challenge
for Major Taylor
Worcester, Mass.

See how fast you can pedal up a short, steep hill in downtown Worcester where young Major Taylor made his mark in 1895. Registration is now open ($20 per rider) for the 2025 George Street Bike Challenge for Major Taylor, set for July 27. See past results and photos here.

Past Events



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