Plenty of cyclists will pack Philadelphia to commemorate the fifth year of Philly Bike Ride. This 20-mile, vehicle-free ride will take participants through central Philadelphia with landmark views of Independence Hall, City Hall, LOVE Park, Chinatown, Penn’s Landing, and Boathouse Row.
In addition to the longer 20-mile ride, a shorter 7.6-mile family-friendly option will be offered. Both routes will end near the Philadelphia Museum of Art and the famous Rocky Steps for the Visit Pennsylvania Finish Festival.
The Finish Festival offers food vendors, live entertainment, interactive activities, and an expanded beverage garden. Both the packet pickup and festival are free and open to the public.
“Five years ago, we set out to create an event that celebrated this great community, encouraged people to get active, and made cycling accessible to everyone,” Philly Bike Ride Managing Director Chris Browne said in a statement shared with Metro Philadelphia. “Each year we continue to build on the experience with new partners, surprises, and ways for riders to have fun while supporting access to bicycling education and healthier communities.”
A portion of the proceeds supports local programs such as the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia’s youth cycling education and Graduation on Wheels, which brings cycling education to Philadelphia public schools.
The Philly Bike Ride is open to participants ages 3 and older, with free participation for ages 3–7 and half-price registration for ages 8–17. Bike rentals are available for those without their own bikes.