OVERVIEW
**Registration opens March 9th**
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Dirty Kitten Gravel Fest/DKGF (formerly DKGR) is our newly designed, off-road adventure, community-centered, festival-style, bike party weekend at Locust Hill Farm & Preserve (LHFP) in Rapidan, VA - the same location where we hosted DKGR.​
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DKGF 2026 will be the 8th year we have hosted an event at the farm; however, this year will NOT feature an official, mass start gravel race as we've done in the past. Instead, we want to celebrate and showcase our grassroots, adventure-gravel, off-road cycling community by throwing a festival-style bike party weekend: rides, activities, clinics, food, beverages, music/entertainment, partner expo, community hangs, and a damn good time!​
NOTE: There are off-site camping options available for both Friday & Saturday (at an additional cost). Sorry, there is NO participant camping available on-site at LHFP. Additional information can be found in the Event Notes on our registration page.
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Co-hosted by Dirty Kitten Productions and local equestrian group, Bull Run Hunt, our events always help to support and make donations to local, non-profit organizations in the surrounding area.
THE EVENT
DKGF is designed to be a celebration of our community!
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Registration: DIRTY KITTEN GRAVEL FEST
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Registration opens to the public on March 9, 2026. Participants can register for one or both days. Juniors (U18) receive a $25 registration discount. Sorry, no same-day registration. There are a total of 200 registration spots available.
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Weekend: Sat & Sun: starting at $150 - price increase May 1st
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1 Day Only (Sat/Sun): starting at $100 - price increase May 1st
Your entry fee includes: access to the property, parking, breakfast, event swag, rides, activities, clinics, lunch, beverages, additional snacks, music/entertainment, group tent spot, expo, and a damn good time!
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NEW: Zoomies! On Saturday morning, we will host a short-track, lapped race/ride on part of the classic DKGR course. Think: gravel crit! Riders will be challenged to complete as many circuits as they can or want within a specific time block - solo or as a relay team. Laps may be timed, but there will be no awards or podiums (we may have some random prizes). This is NOT an “official” race; it's a fun challenge. Get ready to Zoom! More info on BikeReg.
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NO REFUNDS!!! Unfortunately, there are NO refunds, but you can opt for a registration credit (prior to 1 month before the event) or transfer your entry to someone else. A $10 transfer fee will be applied.
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Entry Transfers: All transfers must be completed prior to July 20, 2026. If you are unable to participate and would like to transfer your entry OR if you would like to move into another category/field, you can do so directly through BikeReg. ​​​​
PROPERTY INFO
Property Info: Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Locust Hill Farm & Preserve (LHFP) is a private farm that encompasses over 5,000 continuous acres of privately-owned land with 20+ miles of scenic, gravel/dirt farm roads and wooded trails. The property features historic farmland with serene creeks and ponds, open fields, and forest trails. The Robinson River runs parallel to one side of the property providing a great option for cooling off in the summer heat. This area is an outdoor-adventure and off-road cycling enthusiast's dream as well as a beautiful wildlife haven.​
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Terrain: LHFP is 100% unpaved with the majority of the terrain being secluded gravel farm roads, as well as some dirt/grass double-track and wooded, forest trails. The roads vary from being smooth and groomed in some areas to rough, choppy, and bumpy in other areas with the possibility of some mud if there is rain. There is a VERY STEEP climb in the middle of the property (containing grades over 20%) that is rideable by some but a hike-a-bike for many. Be prepared to suffer. Only the toughest can conquer the KITTEN CRUSHER!!
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Private Property - Locust Hill Farm & Preserve is a working farm that we have so graciously received permission to use from the landowners for our events. Riding ANY private sections of the property prior to event weekend will be considered trespassing and could seriously jeopardize the event, as well as our ability to host anything at this venue in the future (and will result in immediate registration removal).
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NOTE: Gravel, cross, and mountain bikes are recommended (anything with 32mm tires and up). Road bikes are NOT a good choice. E-bikes (pedal assist/non-throttle powered) are welcome. HELMETS REQUIRED! NO AEROBARS!
OTHER INFORMATION
Dirty Kitten Gravel 3 Commandments: Be Safe, Have Fun, Don't Be a Jerk!
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DK Event Policy: Dirty Kitten Productions is dedicated to providing fun, safe, and inclusive events for ALL riders, We will NOT tolerate any hateful, disrespectful, or inappropriate language/actions at our events. We reserve the right to ask someone to leave if they are unable to meet this expectation.
Additional event information, camping, etc can all be found in the Event Notes section of our registration page: www.bikereg.com/dirty-kitten-gravel-fest​
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DK PARTNERS & SPONSORS
We couldn't put on these events without the help of our awesome partners, sponsors, and supporters! Dirty Kitten works with companies and brands we love both on and off the bike. Jusk us about any of them and we'll talk your ear off!
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