Real Ale Ride

The best ride in Texas that starts and ends at an award-winning independent brewery, the 16th Annual Real Ale Ride rolls out Saturday, October 18, 2025, in scenic Blanco, TX.

Choose from fully supported routes of 15, 30, 50, 60, or 75 miles—all winding through the natural beauty of the Texas Hill Country and past the Blanco River. After your ride, celebrate with cold beer, local food trucks, and live music at Real Ale Brewing Company.

Whether you’re keeping it crisp with REAL Ride Light, riding in style with REAL Ride Classic, or tapping into the top tier with REAL Ride VIP, there’s a brew-tiful ride-day experience waiting for you.

Proceeds benefit Real Ale Does Real Good, the brewery’s charitable initiative supporting meaningful nonprofit work across Texas. The Real Ale Ride focuses on giving back to the Blanco community, whose support and surroundings have shaped Real Ale since 1996. Brewing in the Hill Country has always meant embracing the simpler things—fresh air, wide-open spaces, and working with your hands—and this ride brings that spirit to life.

This year’s ride is dedicated to the spirit of Hill Country. In the wake of the devastating July 4th floods, first responders from across the region—including those from Blanco County—have stepped up to support relief and recovery efforts in neighboring communities like Kerrville. The outpouring of support reminds us how connected we all are in the Hill Country.

Proceeds from the 2025 Real Ale Ride will benefit Blanco County Emergency Services Auxiliary, supporting the people who show up when it matters most.