Add one more major sporting event to Philly’s already-packed semiquincentennial lineup.

The Philadelphia Cycling Classic, which was last held in 2016, returns next year on Aug. 30. Event organizers Race Street Partners, led by former Philly Mayor Michael Nutter and businessmen Carlos Rogers and Eric M. Robbins, unveiled the return of the event at City Hall on Tuesday. The group also announced propane distributor AmeriGas as the event sponsor and 6ABC as the official broadcaster.

“The Philadelphia Cycling Classic will once again bring together elite athletes, passionate fans and local families for a weekend of excitement and unity,” current Philly Mayor Cherelle Parker said at the event.

The one-day race began in 1985 and ran annually until 2016. Organizers couldn’t find a sponsor in 201

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