Valley Preferred Cycling Center is preparing for one of its largest events of the year, as VeloFest, the nation’s largest outdoor cycling marketplace, returns to the facility Saturday, October 5th, from 8:30 AM to 2:00 PM. VeloFest began in 1976 as a small trade session between friends, and has bloomed into the largest cycling marketplace in the nation.
Commercial vendors including corporate companies and store owners purchase plots to liquidate excess inventory while individual private vendors attend to simply sell off their old bikes, bike parts, gear, etc. VeloFest caters to the cyclist, but also offers items for everyone with an active lifestyle. With over 150 vendors in attendance, shoppers will find great deals on items such as apparel, shoes, jerseys, new and vintage bikes, bike parts, accessories, and more.
Valley Preferred Cycling Center has welcomed over 6,000 people biannually through the gates at VeloFest. Shoppers flock from all over the region and even camp out in the parking lots near the facility to be the first in line for the great deals. Valley Preferred Cycling Center holds both a Spring and Fall VeloFest each year.
Admission for the public is $8. Wristbands can be purchased in advance at the Valley Preferred Cycling Center office or at the gate the day of VeloFest. Children 12 years of age and under are admitted free of charge. Consumers can find a wide array of new and used cycling gear and bike parts, to name a few. Shoppers will find some of the best deals in the country on:
- New and Vintage Bikes
- Jerseys, Helmets, and Shoes
- Collectables
- Tubes, Tires, and Wheels • Parts and Accessories
- Endurance Sports Gear
- Food, Beer, and Wine Specials
- And Much More!
“VeloFest is one of my favorite events at Valley Preferred Cycling Center. You won’t find another event like it” noted Marty Nothstein, Executive Director of Valley Preferred Cycling Center and Olympic Gold Medalist. “Our vendors bring so much inventory that there is definitely something for everyone, at prices that can’t be beat.”
Vendor spots are now on sale, and vendors are urged to register early to secure the best spot possible. Vendor spot pricing varies by size, location, and date of purchase.
Vendor Registration Fees:
Private Vendors
- 7:00 AM Setup
- 10 x 10 Standard Spot: $40
- Late Registration: 9/25/13- 10/05/13: $55
- 10 x 10 Location Upgrade: $50
- Late Registration: 9/25/13-10/05/13: $65
Commercial Vendors
- 6:00 AM Setup
- 10 x 10 Infield Space: $100
- Late Registration: 9/25/13- 10/05/13: $125
- 20 x 20 Infield/ Plaza Space: $400
- Late Registration: 9/25/13- 10/05/13: $450
Commercial vendor spots include 2 admission wristbands for 10 x 10 spaces, and 5 admission wristbands for 20 x 20 spaces. Private vendor spots include 2 admission wristbands for both the $40 and $50 dollar options.
For more information regarding Fall VeloFest, visit www.thevelodrome.com or contact Matt Hagen, Valley Preferred Cycling Center’s Business Manager at 610-709-5830 or matt@thevelodrome.com.