Route Options
All routes are on asphalt roads, EXCEPT the Mixed Surface Ride. All road routes have signage with colored arrows.
A more personalized, custom route can be created to any of the churches you would like to visit. Please know that this is a self-supported option. The Sweepers will follow the arranged, GPX routes listed below; the musicians will keep the schedule listed; the SAG’s will be open during the window indicated below. For certain, each of the churches will have water and restroom facilities for the duration of the event.
Click each below to learn more about the route, view route map and download GPX file.
SAG Schedule
To Be Annouced
Bus Tour!
The Tour of Chapels via Bus will depart 30 minutes after the cyclists are escorted from the Municipal Park. The route will travel to the same destinations as the cyclists: Saint Catherine Church, The Basilica of Saint Fidelis (The Basilica on the Plains), Holy Cross Church, Saint Ann’s Church, and Saint Francis Church. Participants will enjoy the snacks, the music, and the historic information at each of the four churches. Along the route, the bus passes by the George Grant’s Villa , Old Walker Air Base and the remains of the Emmeram Church. All registrants receive a SWAG bag and a T-shirt. The bus returns to Municipal Park to join in After-Ride Party for a German meal, beverage, and music by The Hot Shots. A limited number of seats are available, so book early!
Rules of the Road
Whatever distance you choose to ride, we want you to enjoy the ride and finish safely. Below are some rules of the road you’ll want to follow each time you ride.
- Respect other riders
- Respect people in cars
- Acknowledge other riders and pedestrians
- Wave to kids
- Smile at drivers.
- The friendlier we are the better they will treat us.
- You are a vehicle and need to obey the same rules drivers do.
- Don’t take the entire lane
- Single File on 2-lane roads with cars present
- Keep as far to the right in your lane as is safe at all times.
- Don’t move to the right turn lane if you are not turning right. Not THAT far right 😉
- Move to the right and do not pass other cyclists until the car passes.
- Single File on 2-lane roads with cars present
- Use a bell, or your voice to indicate your intentions
- Call ‘On your left”
- Pass on the Left Pull out only when you are sure the lane is clear
- Allow Plenty of Room, about two bike lengths, before moving back to the right
- Left turn – left arm straight out
- Right turn – right arm straight out, or left arm pointing up
- Stop – left arm out, elbow down, palm facing behind you
- Audibles and eye contact to let drivers and cyclists know your intentions.
- You are a vehicle and need to obey the same rules drivers do.
- If you take food with you, please place your trash (including banana peels) in a pocket or bag till you get to your next stop or the finish.
Churches on Tour
2026 TdK Schedule of Events
Helmets are Mandatory
6:00 AM
Breakfast burritos, fruit, juice, coffee — FREE WILL DONATION
Municipal Park, Sponsored by Heartland Parishes CYO Groups
6:00 – 6:45 A
Registration (Pick up packets at Municipal Park, Hays)
6:15 – 6:30 AM
Self-start for 75 – 100 mile routes
6:45 AM
Announcements, National Anthem, Invocation
7:00– 8:00 AM
Optional Stop: Saint Joseph’s Church (215 W 13th St, Hays KS)
Music by Tom Meagher, Pipe Organ
NOTE: The sheriff’s escort will turn East on Main. IF CYCLISTS CHOOSE TO SEE THIS STOP, they will need to turn West on 13th Street. Bus participants may visit prior to the bus departure from the park..
7:30– 8:00 AM
Optional Route: Saint Anthony Church, Schoenchen, KS
Music provided by Jane Hyde, Harp
SAG open until 11:00am
7:30 – 8:00 AM
Bus Tour Participants meet in the parking lot of Municipal Park.
Participants will check in with Jerry Braun as they board the bus. They will get packets and have their wrist bands put on for the tour.
7:45 – 9:15 AM
Saint Catherine Church, Catharine, KS
Music provided by Brass Duo, Brad Dawson, Trumpet; Renetta Dawson, French Horn; Tom Meagher, Organ
8:00 AM
Bus Departs from Municipal Park
8:15 – 10:00 AM
Saint Fidelis Church, Basilica of the Plains, Victoria, KS
Music by Saint Fidelis Brass Choir
8:45 AM
15 Mile Cyclists meet at the Shelter House in Municipal Park
9:00 AM
15 Mile Casual Ride departs Municipal Park
9:00 – 11:00 AM
Optional Stop: Saint Ann’s Church (1275 Walker Ave, Walker, KS)
Music by Mel Sauer & Hilary Shepard, Flute
9:15 – 11:30 AM
Holy Cross Church, Pfeifer, KS
Music by Rigo Murillo, Violin
9:30 – 11:30 AM
Saint Francis Church, Munjor, KS
Music by Ben Cline, Cello
11:30 – 1:30 AM
Saint Francis Church, Munjor, KS
Music by Haley Shoemaker, Voice; Pam McGowne, Piano
11:00 AM – 2:30 PM
German Meal provided by the Schoenchen community
dult Beverages provided by Toby Jugs and local distributers
Root beer & Cream Soda provided by LB Brewing, Gella’s
11:15 AM – 2:15 PM
Municipal Park
Music by the Hot Shots
2026 TdK Schedule of Events
Meet Our Musicians
Musicians will be at these venues at the times listed.
7:00 – 8:00 AM
Tom Meagher, Pipe Organ
Saint Joseph’s Church, Hays
7:30 – 9:00 AM
Jane Hyde, Harp
Saint Anthony’s Church, Schoenchen
8:00 – 9:15 AM
Brad & Renetta Dawson, Tom Meagher
Saint Catherine’s Church, Catherine
8:15 – 10:00 AM
Brass Choir
Basilica of Saint Fidelis, Victoria
9:00 – 11:00 AM
Mel Sauer & Hilary Shepard, Flute
Saint Ann’s Church, Walker
9:15 – 11:30 AM
Rigo Murillo, Violin
Holy Cross Church, Pfeifer
9:30 – 11:30 AM
Ben Cline, Cello
Saint Francis Church, Munjor
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Haley Schoemaker, Soprano
Pam McGown, piano
Saint Francis Church, Munjor
After Ride Party!
The post ride German meal will be served from 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM. For cyclists doing 75+ miles, it might be advantageous to stop and eat after the 62 mile route. Lunches will be boxed up for anyone who misses this window of time. Music at the after ride party is The Hot Shots, local polka band. Adult beverages are available, as well as NA refreshments.
Register today!
Registration
- $50/Person Bike Ride
- $75/Person Bus Tour
* Free T-Shirt Deadline: June 19, 2026
After June 19th & Day-of Registration
- $60/Person Bike Ride
- $85/Person Bus Tour
Onsite registration opens, July 11, 6:00 AM
