Fulton market grand prix
July 27, 2025
Back in the saddle again!
xXx Racing once again hosts the 2025 edition of The Fulton Market Grand Prix as part of the Chicago Grit series. The largest road racing series in the USA.
When and Where: July 27, 2025 in The Fulton Market District (1000 W Fulton Market, Chicago) races start at 10:20am
What to Expect:
- Athletes from the USA and internationally racing competitively on a closed course in the heart of the Fulton Market Entertainment District
- Thousands of spectators cheering on the racers as they hit speeds of 30+mph
- NEW 5K Run, The Fulton Market Loop Da Loop runs the same course as the bike races
- A community bike ride open to the public on the closed course before the Men's and Women's Pro races. Register Here!
- The xXx Racing Beer Garden at turn #1 is the place to grab a beverage and cool off while watching the races
- The afternoon races with be broadcast to the onsite video boards and livestream on the xXx Racing You Tube channel
- The partner EXPO includes local businesses setup in street festival fashion
Volunteers Needed!
This scale of this event requires over 150 volunteer positions and we could use your help. You will receive a volunteer race t-shirt, and there will be plenty of food an drink to support your support!
New for 2025
The Fulton Market Loop Da Loop is a 5k run on the closed criterium course and will kick off the day at 9am. Entry fee includes grab-n-go breakfast from FORA, custom race shirt and socks, plus a drink ticket at the xXx Racing Beer Garden. Registration for the 5k is Fulton Market Loop Da Loop Registration
| RACE CATEGORY | RACE TIME | DURATION |
|---|---|---|
| 5k Run | 9:00am - 10:00am | 60 min |
| Men CAT 4 | 10:20am - 10:50am | 30 min |
| Women CAT 4/N (JR 15-18) | 11:00 - 11:30am | 30 min |
| Women CAT 2/3 | 11:40am - 12:20pm | 40 min |
| Men CAT 2 | 12:30pm - 1:30pm | 60 min |
| Masters 40+ (CAT 1-4) | 1:40pm - 2:30pm | 50 min |
| COMMUNITY RIDE | 2:45pm - 3:15pm | 30 min |
| Women Pro/1/2 (ACC) | 3:30pm - 4:45pm | 75 min |
| Men Pro/1/2 (ACC) | 4:55pm - 6:10pm | 75 min |
| Men CAT 3 | 6:20pm - 7:00pm | 40 min |
| Men Novice | 7:10pm - 7:40pm | 30 Min |
Fulton Market Grand Prix is included in the American Criterium Cup and USA Cycling National Crit Series
This amazing day wouldn’t be possible without our awesome sponsor partners!
