Event Listing – Velopalooza

Wednesday June 14

Kids Bike Library

Wednesday, June 14, 2017, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Repeats: Every Wednesday

By: Cynthia WilliamsOn Wednesdays, the Kids Bike Library (KBL) runs out of The Bike Kitchen on Wednesdays from 10am – 6pm with free tune-ups for kids bikes from 4pm – 6pm. The KBL is similar to a regular library, but with bikes! On Wednesdays from 10am – 6pm at The Bike Kitchen, kids and youth can come trade a bike they have outgrown for one their size (includes bikes with 20” wheels or smaller). Unlike a regular library, you can keep the bike for as long as you need it without having to worry about renewing. Access to the Kids Bike Library [more...]

Practical City Cycling

Wednesday, June 14, 2017, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

By: HUBThis is a fun, practical, and hands-on course for anyone who’d like to be more comfortable riding in traffic. Through 1 hour of classroom and 1 hour of on-road training, you'll learn about the safest place on the road to ride, how to maneuver your bike effectively, communicate with other road users, handle riding at night and in the rain, and more. You’ll gain the skills and confidence you need to enjoy riding in the city! Course suitable to those 16 and up. Cost (includes tax) is $10.00 To register, visit https://bikehub.ca/civicrm/event/register?id=521&reset=1

Women & Queer Night

Wednesday, June 14, 2017, 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Repeats: every 2nd wednesday

By: CynthiaLearn how to tune up your bike in a positive space for trans women, cis women, queer and genderqueer folks in a relaxed environment led by female and/or LGBTQ2I identified mechanics and volunteers. This is a great way to introduce yourself to the wonderful world of bike mechanics while eating pizza and listening to some great tunes. Bring your bike and some questions! All experience levels welcome. //Location// Never been to The Bike Kitchen? We've moved and are now located at 1896 East Mall, in front of Brock Hall and IKB Library. Follow our signs to get there! This event [more...]

6th Annual Hammock Ride

Wednesday, June 14, 2017 at 6:30pm. Meet at 6:30, ride shortly after

By: KeltieBike riding and hammocking go together like beer and chips! BYO-Hammock and come with us as we explore some of the best hanging spots in Vancouver. Snacks to share are welcome. Ride distance less than 10 km, easy pace. To be honest, this ride is heavy on the hammock, light on the riding 🙂

Outdoor Coached Workout

Wednesday, June 14, 2017, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

By: Cyklus VancouverDrop in outdoor ride workouts. $15 per session. Meet at Cyklus Vancouver.

Thursday June 15

CANCELED: Bicycle Beach Crawl

Moved to June 22 due to rain forcast

Was: Thursday, June 15, 2017, 5:30pm - 9:30pm

By: Party4HealthGet ready for a highlight of Summer: The Beach Crawl ?, on bikes! Where there are no bouncers, except the beach lifeguards, and no cover. We’re cruising along the Spanish Banks with music and bikes ?, making pit stops at only the best beaches of Vancouver. Each stop, there’s a different happening. Volleyball, frisbee, botchi ball, horseshoes, slacklining. All the classic beach shindigs. This is the beach day you’ve been dreaming of. Mount your fine cruiser bike or road bike or unicycle or tandem, and get over to the Bicycle Beach Crawl ? #Spanisheast #Spanishwest #Locarno #Jericho #Kits RAIN PLAN [more...]

Bike Rides Society

Thursday, June 15, 2017 at 8:00pm. Meet at 8, Ride at 8:30.

Repeats: Every Thursday

By: The PrigA weekly follow the leader adventure through all the streets you never knew existed. All levels welcome, all riders desired; no one gets left behind! BYO-whatever you need for a night on two wheels.

Friday June 16

Point Grey Fiesta Bike Decorating

Friday, June 16, 2017, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

By: Point Grey FiestaStep 1: Decorate your bike on Friday – it’s free! Date: Friday afternoon Time: 4:30-6:00 pm Where: Jericho Hill Centre, 4196 West 4th Avenue How: Fiesta volunteers will help you decorate your bike for the big parade on Saturday. All decorating materials are provided free of charge. Register at infopointgreyfiesta.org Step 2: Be part of the Saturday parade! Date: Saturday morning Time: 9:30 – 11:00 am Where: Meet at 9:30 am in the marshalling area on West 10th and Tolmie on the south side beside the BC Hydro sub station. How: The contest and awards will take place first and [more...]

Led Zeppelin Ride v2

Friday, June 16, 2017 at 7:45pm. ride at 8.15

By: Farrbott… Bring 'The Best of Led Zeppelin' album (as pictured) on your player/speaker/system, big or small. It's NOT compulsory to bring any kind of system to participate on the ride, come and ride and rock out as we ride into the sunset:-) Meet by the gazebo inf Crab Park for 7.45pm. We ride at 8.15 sharp. After we synchronize the music, we will head out under Canada Place for some early acoustical bliss in the tunnel for a track or two, then on round the Seawall towards Stanley park, stopping again for a track or two in the tunnel under [more...]

Saturday June 17

Point Grey Fiesta Bike Parade

Saturday, June 17, 2017, 9:30am - 11:00am

Ride the Road Cycling Skills Course

Saturday, June 17, 2017, 11:00am - 4:00pm. Please come 5 min early!

By: HUB CyclingHUB Cycling's most popular adult course! Through classroom and on-road training, you'll learn about the safest place on the road to ride, how to maneuver your bike effectively, how to communicate with other road users, safety tips, and more. When riding on the road our courses maintain a 1:6 instructor-to-participant ratio to ensure optimum safety and plenty of instructor attention. $20 per participant. Register at https://bikehub.ca/civicrm/event/register?id=520&reset=1

West End Car Free Day Festival

Saturday, June 17, 2017, 12:00pm - 7:00pm

By: Car Free DayVancouver’s West End is a densely populated area surrounded by beautiful parks and beaches. It welcomes residents of all ages, incomes, ethnicities and sexual orientations. The highly walkable area offers restaurants, cafes and places to get ice cream before walking the seawall. The West End brings together business owners, community organizations, artists and volunteers to seed the idea of building a better, more livable city. There are music stages and jam sessions to listen to, art being exhibited and created live on the street and plenty of places to grab a bite to eat or something to drink.

Ride to Outdoor Secret Party

Saturday, June 17, 2017, 1:00pm - 9:00pm

By: NathanEver wanted to go on a nice bike ride and end up at a hidden party surrounded by nature and water with DJs and great vibes? A local crew are hosting another awesome outdoor party by donation. We'll bike there together starting from McSpadden Park (approx. 15km, 1hr). Bring lots of water for the ride, cash for party entry, and anything else you want for hanging out at the party. Nothing for sale on site. Party – 1PM-9PM Skytrain return is possible if wanted.

OCB Volunteer Orientation

Saturday, June 17, 2017, 6:30pm - 9:30pm

By: OCBPop along if you're Interested in learning more about bikes and being a part of a really awesome space. No need to sign up, just rock up at 630pm. Learn much of what happens at Our Community Bikes (OCB) and how being a volunteer benefits you and the community. After your orientation, you can sign up for volunteer shifts Our Community Bikes Volunteer Sign-Up: http://signup.com/go/tK9rVR

That 90's Ride!!

Saturday, June 17, 2017, 8:00pm - 10:00pm. Meet at 7:30, Leave at 8pm sharp!

By: Birds Of CanadaThis is it you guys! So rad!! It'sThat 90's Ride!! Hosted by Birds Of Canada! Jump into some neon and groove to all your favorite 90's jams, starting and ending at Grandview Park, on Commercial Drive. Search up "90's Fashion" in the google for inspiration! Post a comment with your favorite 90's songs for the playlist! This will be a pretty chill and not too challenging ride with occasional dancing stops at Science World, David Lam Park, English Bay and 2nd Beach! Saturday, June 17th at 8pm sharp! RSVP: https://www.facebook.com/events/1146571185448762

Sunday June 18

MEC North Vancouver Century Ride

Sunday, June 18, 2017 at 8:00am. open start between 8am-9am

By: ShannonFor only $35 (early bird) you can choose between a 50K or 100K ride that will take you through lush forest, urban centres, and sparkling ocean through the heart of the North Shore municipalities! Participants will experience a fun and welcoming atmosphere complete with complimentary coffee and light snacks.

Training 2 Train - Learn to Ride Series

Sunday, June 18, 2017, 9:30am - 12:30pm

Repeats: June 18, July 16, August 13

By: Escape Velocity Cycling ClubTake your race training skills to the next level with Escape Velocity's Training 2 Train" ride sessions. In this course: Improve your fitness, your power on the bike with practice, and on the bike training with coach Barb Z Morris, on how to train for speed and stamina. This will be a moderate to hard session, for new and moderately skilled bike riders. If you have never ‘trained’ before, this is for you! Training 2 Train Clinic Dates: June 18, July 16, August 13 CLINIC NEED-TO-KNOWS – Each clinic in the Learn to Ride Series (Basics, Cornering, Hills, or Training) [more...]

Main Street Car Free Festival

Sunday, June 18, 2017, 12:00pm - 7:00pm

By: Car Free DayNamed one of North America’s coolest streets, Main Street is a hip, vibrant area featuring food, arts, music and nightlife. It is known for its’ small independent shops and youthful residents. The biggest of Vancouver’s Car Free Day festivals spanning 21 blocks, Main Street has 15 stages and mini festivals along the entire street. This is a fun, family-friendly event with kid-zones, skateboarders, funky artisan shops and popular food vendors. You can really taste the flavour of Main Street with extended patios from many restaurants.

Soft Serve Sundays Bike Polo

Sunday, June 18, 2017 at 1:00pm. Games usually wrap up in the late afternoon/early evening, depending on number and keenness of attendees.

Repeats: Every Sunday

By: East Van Bike PoloSoft Serve Sundays is East Van Bike Polo's program for newer and casual players, held at Grandview Park on Sundays from 1 PM onwards, weather permitting. Court time for new players is prioritized, although regulars will be on hand to provide loaner gear and nerd out about polo. You can play a few non-competitive games of pick-up, or just to say hi and check things out. Bring your friends, too! To start playing, you should be able to ride a bike with one hand. You can use your own bike, or borrow one at the court. Mallets will be provided [more...]

Monday June 19

Tuesday June 20

Purple & Yellow Night

Tuesday, June 20, 2017, 6:30pm - 9:30pm

Repeats: Every Tuesday

By: AMS Bike Co-op and Bike KitchenEvery Tuesday (except holidays – check our calendar for shop closures), we run Purple and Yellow Volunteer Night from 6pm to 9pm at the Bike Kitchen. Simply drop in (no registration required!) and help us fix up injured P&Y bikes, build new members of the fleet, and paint the bikes their signature hues. No experience necessary – we have senior program leaders at every P&Y Volunteer Night to help you learn. People of all ages are welcome!