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Worcester Welcomes Pan-Mass Challenge Cyclists
1 Aug
Summary
- Thousands of cyclists gathered at the College of the Holy Cross.
- The Pan-Mass Challenge bike-a-thon started in Worcester for the first time.
- Over 6,500 bicyclists participated in the annual event.

The College of the Holy Cross in Worcester hosted the first-ever start of the Pan-Mass Challenge on August 1, 2026. Thousands of cyclists gathered before dawn to commence the annual charity bike-a-thon. Riders embarked on their journey towards Provincetown or other destinations.
This significant event, established in 1980, traditionally began in Sturbridge. Organizers chose Worcester as the new starting point for this year's event, expecting over 6,500 participants to join the effort.