Event Overview
Challenge Yourself to Change Lives.
There’s nothing like a Best Buddies Challenge. Find out for yourself. Sign up as an individual or form a team with friends and together we will help Best Buddies enhance the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
RIDE
Join us on Thursday, July 2, 2026, and choose to ride 74, or 40 miles with cyclists of all abilities including celebrities, pro-cyclists, and others. The Independence Pass Double is an iconic route from Aspen to Twin Lakes and back. Expect ambitious climbs, gorgeous descents, and plenty of scenery along the way. All routes are fully supported, with rest stops along the route and support vehicles on the road.
CELEBRATE
After your event, grab a massage and enjoy a finish line celebration including a gourmet luncheon, open bar, and private concert.
The festivities conclude at the Annual Best Buddies Aspen Gala. Each year, prominent local and international guests — including business leaders, political dignitaries, sports figures and celebrities — celebrate Best Buddies’ mission. Riders and their guest will enjoy on a gourmet dinner, partake in a top-notch auction and witness dazzling entertainment!
A FIVE-STAR EVENT
The Best Buddies Challenges are five-star experiences unlike any other charity event. We recognize the importance of your fundraising and will make sure you are well taken care of, from the moment you register to the very last mile. Participants in the Challenge receive unparalleled support for their training and fundraising before the event. During your event, we’ll make sure you have everything you need to make it to finish line.
SUPPORTING BEST BUDDIES
The Best Buddies Challenge supports Best Buddies International, a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, inclusive living, and family support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
