{"id":144348,"date":"2025-08-12T21:11:12","date_gmt":"2025-08-13T01:11:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=144348"},"modified":"2025-08-12T21:11:37","modified_gmt":"2025-08-13T01:11:37","slug":"fireworks-night-madison-cup-mike-budjnoski-fireworks-night-set-for-august-29-at-t-town-season-finale-to-celebrate-champions-community-and-hall-of-fame-inductees","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=144348","title":{"rendered":"Fireworks Night! Madison Cup & Mike Budjnoski Fireworks Night Set for August 29 at T-Town Season Finale to Celebrate Champions, Community, and Hall of Fame Inductees"},"content":{"rendered":"

Fireworks Night! Madison Cup & Mike Budjnoski Fireworks Night Set for August 29 at T-Town Season Finale to Celebrate Champions, Community, and Hall of Fame Inductees<\/strong><\/p>\n

Trexlertown, PA<\/strong> \u2014 The Valley Preferred Cycling Center will bring the 2025 racing season to a spectacular close on Friday, August 29, with the return of the Madison Cup\u2014an elite night of racing paired with the fan-favorite post racing Fireworks Night.<\/p>\n

This year\u2019s season finale isn\u2019t just about the fierce two-rider Madison battles on the boards\u2014it\u2019s about celebrating everything that makes T-Town special: from our rising stars in community cycling programs to the legacy of the people who helped build this track into a national treasure.<\/p>\n

Velodrome Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony<\/strong><\/p>\n

In addition to the thrilling racing and fireworks, the evening will feature the prestigious\u00a0Velodrome Hall of Fame induction ceremony<\/strong>, honoring individuals who have made significant contributions to the sport and community at T-Town over the years. This special ceremony celebrates riders, coaches, officials, and supporters whose passion and dedication have helped shape the legacy of the Valley Preferred Cycling Center. Fans and alumni alike are invited to join in this memorable tribute during the event.<\/p>\n

Post Race Fireworks Night<\/strong><\/p>\n

Enjoy an exciting night of racing at the track, then stick around afterward for our very own fireworks show. It’s the perfect way to end the evening and the 2025 season with a bang!<\/p>\n

Community Comes First<\/strong><\/p>\n

The evening also celebrates the success of VPCC\u2019s youth development and community cycling programs, including Summer Camps (sponsored by Orthodontics of the Lehigh Valley), PeeWee Pedalers, Try the Track sessions, and the Mike Budjnoski Bicycle Racing League (BRL), additionally supported by Fitness Central and Montecci Bikes.<\/p>\n

We\u2019ll also recognize standout performers in our youth programs, including the Young Rider of the Year, presented by Blink Optical.<\/p>\n

Alumni Get in Free!<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you’ve raced, coached, or officiated at the Velodrome in the past, you\u2019re invited to join us for free. It\u2019s a reunion, a celebration, and a thank you to everyone who helped make T-Town what it is today.<\/p>\n

Claim your alumni ticket at\u00a0thevelodrome.com\/alumni<\/a><\/p>\n

Madison Cup Highlights<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Madison Cup is one of the most prestigious and exhilarating events on the calendar\u2014featuring top riders in two-person teams executing high-speed exchanges, endurance sprints, and tactical brilliance. It\u2019s the perfect way to cap off a summer of elite competition.<\/p>\n

Ride of the Year Champions to Be Crowned<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Valley Preferred Cycling Center is also proud to announce that the much-anticipated\u00a0Rider of the Year Champions<\/strong>\u00a0will be officially crowned during the\u00a0Madison Cup season finale on August 29, 2025<\/strong>. This prestigious award recognizes the top performers who have demonstrated exceptional skill, consistency, and sportsmanship throughout the 2025 racing season.<\/p>\n

Event Details:
\n<\/strong> Friday, August 29
\nGates Open: 6:00 PM
\nRacing Starts: 7:00 PM
\nFireworks Immediately Following Madison Final and Awards<\/p>\n

Ticket Info:
\n<\/strong> General Admission: $12
\nKids Under 9: Free
\nSeniors & First Responders: $10
\nParty Porch (21+): Must be 21+ to enter\u00a0Alumni: Free tickets at\u00a0thevelodrome.com\/alumni<\/a><\/p>\n

From the roar of the Madison to fireworks lighting up the infield, the season finale at T-Town is more than a race\u2014it\u2019s a celebration of our riders, community, and legacy. Come out and be a part of it.<\/p>\n

Learn more and grab your tickets at\u00a0thevelodrome.com<\/a><\/p>\n

About the Valley Preferred Cycling Center<\/strong><\/p>\n

Known as T-Town, the Valley Preferred Cycling Center is America\u2019s premier velodrome, globally respected\u00a0for\u00a0hosting elite competition and nurturing cycling talent from grassroots to Olympic level.<\/p>\n

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