RAGBRAI 2026
__ Ride the Rapids __ · Manchester’s Official RAGBRAI Information Source
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RAGBRAI in Manchester
Meeting Town Notice
Manchester is a RAGBRAI meeting town for 2026. Riders will pass through on Friday, July 24th but will not stay overnight. Riders are expected to leave town by 3:00 PM. No camping is available in Manchester. Follow the Manchester RAGBRAI Facebook page for the most up-to-date information!
RAGBRAI Arrival
Friday, July 24, 2026
Host City
Manchester, Iowa
Town Type
Meeting Town (Day Stop)
Live Coverage
10:30 AM 3:00 PM
Live On-Air Coverage
When
Friday, July 24, 2026
10:30 AM 3:00 PM
Where
Live outside the 94.7 KMCH Studios
East Main Street, Manchester
What to Expect
Live interviews with riders & local businesses, real-time route updates, and all-day RAGBRAI coverage on 94.7 KMCH.
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94.7 FM · Stream online at KMCH.com
Come find us on East Main Street!
Vendor Applications Now Open!
Want to be a Vendor?
Manchester RAGBRAI is currently accepting vendor applications for the July 24th event. All applications will be reviewed and applicants will be contacted regarding their status.
Note: Submitting an application does not guarantee acceptance. Vendor fees and additional details will be shared upon acceptance.
Volunteers Needed!
Want to be part of the RAGBRAI festivities? Manchester is looking for volunteers in several areas:
- Vendor Committee assisting with vendors
- Parking Committee directing traffic & parking
- Volunteer Committee organizing & assigning tasks
- Signage Committee determining & placing signs
- Entertainment booking acts & arranging stage
Parking & Getting Around
Parking Information
Details on parking locations, designated areas, and access routes will be posted here as information becomes available from the city.
Coming Soon
Shuttle & Access Info
Information on any shuttle services, road closures, or special access arrangements will be updated here closer to the event.
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Route & Vendor Map
Food & Vendors
Vendor Lineup
Vendor applications are currently being reviewed the full lineup will be posted here once confirmed
Food vendors, local businesses, and pop-up shops expected along the route
Check back closer to July 24th for the complete confirmed vendor list
Interested in vending? Apply here _
Local Business Spotlight
Manchester restaurants and businesses open for RAGBRAI will be featured here. If you’d like to be featured, contact 94.7 KMCH!
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Manchester Business Spotlights
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RAGBRAI Coverage Sponsors
Thank you to our sponsors for making 94.7 KMCH’s RAGBRAI coverage possible.
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Latest Updates from Manchester Ragbrai 2026
Live posts from the city’s official RAGBRAI Facebook page.