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Forest City selected to host overnight during RAGBRAI LII!
28 Jan 2025
News
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Julianna Burkholder, 641-585-2092
The Forest City Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce RAGBRAI has once again chosen Forest City as an overnight host on their annual week-long ride across the state. On Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025, thousands of cyclists from across Iowa and around the globe will call Forest City ‘home’ for the night. This marks the fifth time Forest City has been an overnight host for the event, most recently in 2014. RAGBRAI is truly a one-of-a-kind event that promises to bring excitement, fun, and entertainment to the community. As part of the overnight experience, the event will feature scheduled activities, food vendors, and live entertainment.
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