Junior Tour de Naperville returns July 11

The third annual Junior Tour de Naperville on Saturday, July 11, gives kids ages 3 to 10 the opportunity to ride their bicycles, big wheels or tricycles around the 1.2-mile trail at Commissioners Park.

The event began in 2013 to commemorate the 100th edition of the Tour de France. Commissioners Park is at 3704 111th St., Naperville.

"The trail at Commissioners Park is a perfect location for this fun event," said Ashley Stubbeman, party and events coordinator. "There is plenty of room for kids to bike at their own speed and for parents to join in the fun."

There will be separate starts for younger and older participants. The 3- to 5-year-olds will start at 9 a.m., followed by the 6- to 10-year-olds at 9:30 a.m. The older kids will be challenged to go around the course as many times as they can. Each participating child must register for the event and will receive a yellow T-shirt.

Participants will have three "support and gear" stops, with drinks and snacks. Parents are welcome to encourage them from the sidelines or to accompany them around the course.

Oswego Cyclery will provide free bicycle tuneups for participants.

Registration for the Junior Tour de Naperville is in progress. To register, visit napervilleparks.org.