Organisers of Tour de France Singapore Criterium focus on increasing accessibility via new mass-participation events

Organisers for the fourth edition of the Tour de France Singapore Criterium’s being held on 1^st and 2^nd November 2025 are focused on increasing accessibility via the introduction of new mass-participation events and free public access for spectators in selected areas to encourage greater community involvement.

About 1,000 participants are expected for the rides, with approximately 30,000 spectators anticipated across the two-day event.

Organisers advise that while elite international cyclists will headline the professional criterium, the 2025 edition will have stronger emphasis on inclusivity and engagement.

A key new addition is A l’Attaque, a ride series of amateur cycling events, such as the TAC People's Ride at the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race, that allow amateur cyclists to ride on the same closed-road circuits used by professional cyclists. These events provide a unique experience for cyclists of all levels to ride the same course, often featuring similar support and logistics to a professional race.

The Tour de France Singapore Criterium will feature a team time trial for pairs and solo ride categories for masters (men aged 35 and above) and women (aged 18 and above), as well as a race for foldable bike riders.

While the route details have yet to be finalised, it will once again pass through some of Singapore’s most iconic landmarks, including the Padang, Anderson Bridge and the Esplanade.

Public access to the race precinct and viewing zones at the Padang will be free for all spectators, while those seeking a premium experience can opt for grandstand seating or hospitality packages at the Singapore Recreation Club.

Agnes Goh, managing director of Evoke Exp, a co-organiser of the event told the Straits Times “with free public access, new ride categories and a refreshed festival experience at the Padang, our ambition is to make this more than a race.

“We want to turn it into an annual celebration of cycling for everyone, from lifelong fans to first-time visitors.”

In the lead-up to the event, organisers will roll out community-focused initiatives in collaboration with local bicycle-sharing company Anywheel who continues as the main sponsor and key community partner for the Tour de France Prudential Singapore Criterium.

The company hosts the Anywheel Family Ride, a segment where families and individuals can cycle on the actual race route. This provides an accessible and fun way for all ages to experience the event. 

Through these initiatives, Anywheel aims to promote cycling as an active, healthy, and inclusive activity for the community in Singapore. 

A virtual Explore Routes challenge will take place throughout October on the Anywheel app, rewarding participants who complete the pro criterium route.

On 2^nd Nov, the Anywheel Community Cycle will give people the chance to ride the race route on Anywheel bikes for free.