RAGBRAI 2025

Estherville

Overnight Host

July 21, 2025

Meet me in Estherville. . .

Hold onto your handlebars, folks! Estherville has snagged the title of Overnight Host Town for the 2025 RAGBRAI! On Monday, July 21st, a sea of cyclists will roll into town, and it’s our chance to show off our fantastic community! But remember, it’s a team effort, so we’ll need everyone to pitch in!

Drumroll, please! The theme for the 2025 Estherville RAGBRAI is “Tour de Ville,” inspired by the legendary Le Tour De France. This theme promises a day of fun and fabulous riding through our community! You’ll see this snazzy logo on all our marketing, communications, and must-have merch!

We’ve launched a shiny new website at Estherville.org/ragbrai-2025, plus a Facebook page and Instagram account under Estherville Ragbrai. Follow us for the latest buzz and updates!

Keep your eyes peeled for volunteer and housing sign-up info coming your way soon! We can’t wait to show off Estherville and celebrate during the “Tour de Ville” at the 2025 Estherville RAGBRAI! Let the good times roll

Estherville RAGBRAI Headlining Band Announced!

Hold onto your helmets, folks! Estherville RAGBRAI is rolling out the red carpet for the one and only Pork Tornadoes as our headlining band! These crowd favorites are bringing their infectious energy to an outdoor concert on Monday, July 21st, right on the main stage! And guess what? It’s FREE for all riders and locals!. “We are very excited to have the Pork Tornadoes join us in Estherville. This concert will be the biggest concert we’ve had to date in Estherville.” - Lexie Ruter, chair of the Estherville RAGBRAI Committee and Chamber Director. "Their energetic performance and engaging music are sure to make it a night to remember. We're thrilled to offer this unforgettable experience to our community and all the visitors who will join us."

In addition to the concert, the evening will feature various food vendors offering a wide range of delicious options to satisfy every palate. "We want to ensure everyone has an amazing time," added Lexie Ruter. "This is not just about the ride; it's about celebrating our community and the incredible spirit of togetherness that events like RAGBRAI bring."

So, grab your friends and head downtown for a night of music, laughter, and good ol’ community spirit! We can't wait to party with you in Estherville for this epic occasion