Give us a call if you need assistance during Ride Weekend — we’re here to help. In the event of an emergency, always call 911 before dialing the Rider Hotline.
It is required that parking passes are printed and displayed on the dashboard for all Riders parking on Georgetown University's campus for both Opening Ceremony and Ride Start.
October 25, 2024
4:30–8:30pm
Southwest Garage
Leavey Garage and Hariri Garages
After the Southwest Quad Parking Garage is full, Riders will be directed to the Leavey and Hariri garages. Parking passes must be displayed on the dashboard at all times.
For all the details on Ride Weekend, check out the 2024 Rider Playbook.
4:30pm
Gates open and Rider check-in begins.
Each Rider is able to invite one guest free of charge.
Any volunteers or additional guests of Riders who would like to attend the Opening Ceremony can purchase tickets at the door.
Registered Riders can purchase additional guest tickets:
We encourage all Riders to carpool, ride their bikes, or use a rideshare service when heading to Georgetown.
Your parking pass for BellRinger Weekend will be emailed to you in advance of the Ride, as well as posted at the top of this website.
Parking will be available in the Southwest Quad Parking Garage. After the Southwest Garage is full, Riders will be directed to the Leavey and Hariri garages. Parking passes must be displayed on the dashboard at all times.
When you arrive for the Opening Ceremony, head to Rider check-in first. You’ll be able to pick up your Rider credentials, Rider gift and your guest’s wristband. Make sure you have your ID with you.
Once you put on your Rider Wristband, do not remove it until you finish your Ride on Saturday.
We are happy to store your bike for you overnight prior to the Ride in our secure bike corral. A volunteer will guide you to the bike corral.
Dinner will be served from 4:30 PM to 8:00 PM in the dining tent courtesy of Design Cuisine. We’ll have an array of options, including vegetarian and gluten-free, to offer.
Beer, wine, and nonalcoholic beverages will be available throughout the evening. Be sure to remember your ID.
Stick around throughout the evening for musical performances and the Opening Ceremony Program.
Pick up some 2024 BellRinger merch, learn about Georgetown Lombardi’s impact and the BellRinger Fellowship Program, or stop by one of our partner’s tables to learn about what they are doing to end cancer.
Bike rentals
If you need a bike for BellRinger, you can rent one from Unlimited Biking at this link. They will be on site for bike pick up on both Friday night and Saturday morning.
Mechanical support
If your bike is in need of a last minute fix, Trek will be on site to help with any minor issues. Please ensure your bike is tuned up and ready to go for the ride.
October 26, 2024
5:30am–6:00pm
After the Southwest Quad Parking Garage is full, Riders will be directed to the Leavey and Hariri garages. Parking passes must be displayed on the dashboard at all times.
For all the details on Ride Weekend, check out the 2024 Rider Playbook.
Check out the 2024 Safety Guide to keep yourself and others safe on the road.
5:30–6:15am
We encourage all Riders to carpool, ride their bikes, or use a ride-share service when heading to Georgetown. All Riders who are arriving via car must arrive before 6:15AM to avoid road closures and delays accessing campus.
Parking will be available in the Southwest Quad Parking Garage. After the Southwest Garage is full, Riders will be directed to the Leavey and Hariri garages. Parking passes must be displayed on the dashboard at all times.
Any late Riders who arrive after 6:15am must make their way to Leavey and Hariri garages due to the Canal Road and Clara Barton Parkway closure. Please enter campus via the Prospect St. entrance or Entrance 4 off of Reservoir Rd.
5:30–7:00am
If you weren’t able to pick up your Rider credentials at the Opening Ceremony, you can check in at day-of Rider Check-in located on the lawn across the street from Higgins Plaza. Make sure you have your ID with you.
Once you put on your Rider Wristband, do not remove it until you finish your Ride.
6:00–7:15am
Riders who stored their bikes overnight can pick them up at the bike corral when they arrive in the morning.
6:00–7:15am
Head to the bag drop area next to the bike corral. Make sure your bag has your bag tag attached from your Rider credential.
6:00–7:15am
Come grab a light breakfast and coffee provided by Corp Catering. A hydration station to fill up your water bottles will be located nearby.
6:45am
Everyone should be ready to begin staging by 6:45am for a 7:30am group start. Volunteers will guide you into the chute by Ride distance. Please be courteous of those around you when walking with your bike.
7:30am
We will all depart together at 7:30 AM in a staggered group start. Volunteers will help meter the Riders’ departure from the start line. You might be asked to wait briefly as we give Riders space to start the Ride.
The course is very crowded at the start of the Ride. At this point, especially, it is extremely important for all Riders to adhere to the rules of the road previously mentioned. Remember BellRinger is not a race. For more information, check out our safety toolkit.
If you arrive later than 7:30am and miss the group exit from the University, you will be driven to the first rest stop at Adat Shalom Synagogue to start your Ride.
Smokey Glen Farm
16395 Riffle Ford Road, Darnestown, MD 20878
Parking at Smokey Glen Farm is available — please reference the Finish Line tab for more details.
Helmets are required to ride in BellRinger. Please make sure to bring your bike, a helmet, your Rider Wristband (do not remove from your wrist), and a refillable water bottle with you on Ride Day. If you are driving to Georgetown for Ride Start, please ensure your Parking Pass is printed and displayed in your windshield.
Please keep an eye on the forecast for Ride Day. Depending on the weather, we ask you consider bringing the following:
Be on the lookout for signs that will be posted along the course. You'll see blue and white signs guiding you along the route.
Follow ORANGE route arrows for extra guidance along the course.
Rest Stop 1 — Powered by CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Mile 9
Adat Shalom Synagogue
Rest Stop 2 — Powered by Genentech
Mile 17
Greenbriar Local Park
Ride Start
Join the action at the start line located at the Canal Rd. entrance to Georgetown University. Riders will be departing at 7:30 AM, but we encourage you to arrive early to secure parking. We recommend carpooling with your Rider, as we aren't able to issue additional parking passes for guests. Street parking will be available.
On The Route
If you plan to cheer on your Rider along the route, we ask that you avoid driving on the course to access a cheering spot. This will help keep all of our Riders safe. We also ask that you do not enter any Rest Stops as they are only open to Riders and volunteers.
Smokey Glen Farm
16395 Riffle Ford Rd, Darnestown, MD 20878
Parking at Smokey Glen Farm is available — please reference the Finish Line tab for more details.
Helmets are required to ride in BellRinger. Please make sure to bring your bike, a helmet, your Rider Wristband (do not remove from your wrist), and a refillable water bottle with you on Ride Day. If you are driving to Georgetown for Ride Start, please ensure your Parking Pass is printed and displayed in your windshield.
Please keep an eye on the forecast for Ride Day. Depending on the weather, we ask you consider bringing the following:
Be on the lookout for signs that will be posted along the course. You'll see blue and white signs guiding you along the route.
Follow BLUE route arrows for extra guidance along the course.
Rest Stop 1 — Powered by CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Mile 9
Adat Shalom Synagogue
Rest Stop 2 — Powered by Genentech
Mile 17
Greenbriar Local Park
Rest Stop 3 — Powered by Bristol Myers Squibb
Mile 25
Adventure Park
Rest Stop 4 — Powered by Pfizer
Mile 38
Poolesville Elementary
Ride Start
Join the action at the start line located at the Canal Rd. entrance to Georgetown University. Riders will be departing at 7:30 AM, but we encourage you to arrive early to secure parking. We recommend carpooling with your Rider, as we aren't able to issue additional parking passes for guests. Street parking will be available.
On The Route
If you plan to cheer on your Rider along the route, we ask that you avoid driving on the course to access a cheering spot. This will help keep all of our Riders safe. We also ask that you do not enter any Rest Stops as they are only open to Riders and volunteers.
Smokey Glen Farm
16395 Riffle Ford Rd, Darnestown, MD 20878
Parking at Smokey Glen Farm is available — please reference the Finish Line tab for more details.
Helmets are required to ride in BellRinger. Please make sure to bring your bike, a helmet, your Rider Wristband (do not remove from your wrist), and a refillable water bottle with you on Ride Day. If you are driving to Georgetown for Ride Start, please ensure your Parking Pass is printed and displayed in your windshield.
Please keep an eye on the forecast for Ride Day. Depending on the weather, we ask you consider bringing the following:
Be on the lookout for signs that will be posted along the course. You'll see blue and white signs guiding you along the route.
Follow PURPLE route arrows for extra guidance along the course.
Rest Stop 1 — Powered by CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Mile 9
Adat Shalom Synagogue
Rest Stop 2 — Powered by Genentech
Mile 17
Greenbriar Local Park
Rest Stop 3 — Powered by Bristol Myers Squibb
Mile 25
Adventure Park
Rest Stop 4 — Powered by AstraZeneca
Mile 35
Barnesville School
Rest Stop 5— Powered by Gilead
Mile 47
Dickerson Conservation Park
Rest Stop 6 — Powered by Novartis
Mile 63
Seneca School
Rest Stop 7 — Powered by Pfizer
Mile 72
Poolesville Elementary
Rest Stop 8 — Powered by AstraZeneca
Mile 87
Barnesville School
Ride Start
Join the action at the start line located at the Canal Rd. entrance to Georgetown University. Riders will be departing at 7:30 AM, but we encourage you to arrive early to secure parking. We recommend carpooling with your Rider, as we aren't able to issue additional parking passes for guests. Street parking will be available.
On The Route
If you plan to cheer on your Rider along the route, we ask that you avoid driving on the course to access a cheering spot. This will help keep all of our Riders safe. We also ask that you do not enter any Rest Stops as they are only open to Riders and volunteers.
Most of BellRinger takes place on open roads, which means that you will encounter vehicles throughout your day. BellRinger Riders must follow all local traffic laws and rules of the road.
Be prepared to transition from an entirely closed environment for the first seven miles to one where vehicles can be present. Local law enforcement officers will be posted at busier intersections to manage traffic and guide Riders.
Rider Hotline
Support Vehicles (SAGs) will be patrolling the route to assist Riders. If you have a mechanical or medical incident, please contact the Rider Hotline at 1-833-988-7853, and a vehicle will be dispatched to your location. If you have a medical emergency, please call 911 first, then the Rider Hotline.
October 26, 2024
8:00am–6:00pm
Presented by Whiting-Turner
For all the details on Ride Weekend, check out the 2024 Rider Playbook.
Check out the 2024 Safety Guide to keep yourself and others safe on the road.
You asked, we answered! BellRinger Riders of all distances will be crossing the finish line in one location — Smokey Glen Farm. We could not be more excited to host all of our Riders, Teams, friends and family in one place!
BellRinger's finish line will be catered by Smokey Glen Farm.
Beginning at 8:30am, Riders who have finished will be served an array of brunch options. Please note that alcohol will not be served during this time.
Beginning at 11:30am, all Riders who have finished will be served an array of lunch options. Alcohol will be served during this portion of the day.
All meals have vegetarian and gluten free options.
Shuttles and bike trucks will be available to transport you and your bike back to Georgetown. If you plan to return to campus on the shuttle, please drop your bike off with the bike truck immediately after finishing. This will ensure the bike beats you back to campus and you aren't waiting on it.
Shuttles and bike trucks will depart every 20 to 30 minutes.
You'll be able to pick up your checked back after you finish your ride. Volunteers will help you locate your tagged bag.
Please tell your family/friends to use extra caution when arriving at Smokey Glen, as Riders will be entering through the same entrance. Stay to the right side of the road.
You will be directed by volunteers and parking attendants on where to go.
Overnight parking at Smokey Glen is not permitted. Please do not leave your car there on Friday evening or arrive before 8am.
The more the merrier at BellRinger finish lines! Come cheer on your Rider as they crank across the line. Sign-making stations will be available for cheer squads to make signage. Parking will be available and volunteers will help guests as they arrive.
Most of BellRinger takes place on open roads, which means that you will encounter vehicles throughout your day. BellRinger Riders must follow all local traffic laws and rules of the road.
Be prepared to transition from an entirely closed environment for the first seven miles to one where vehicles can be present. Local law enforcement officers will be posted at busier intersections to manage traffic and guide Riders.
Rider Hotline
Support Vehicles (SAGs) will be patrolling the route to assist Riders. If you have a mechanical or medical incident, please contact the Rider Hotline at 1-833-988-7853, and a vehicle will be dispatched to your location. If you have a medical emergency, please call 911 first, then the Rider Hotline.
