Event Listing – Velopalooza

Tuesday June 19

Purple & Yellow Volunteer Night

Tuesday, June 19, 2018, 6:15pm - 9:00pm

Repeats: Every Tuesday

By: AMS Bike Co-op and Bike KitchenCome help us work on our famed Purple and Yellow bike share fleet! From building, maintenance to painting the bikes with their signature colours, its a fun way to get involved and learn about bike mechanics. No experience needed – we'll teach you! There’s no need to sign up beforehand, just drop in. All volunteers are provided with a free pizza dinner.

Hub Cycling Vancouver/UBC Committee

Tuesday, June 19, 2018, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Repeats: Third Tuesday of every month except August and December

By: Jeff LeighDo you ride your bike in Vancouver or UBC/University Endowment Lands? Are you interested in local cycling action and advocacy for improved infrastructure? Attend your local HUB Cycling committee meeting to see what's happening. All are welcome – no experience required! More details at: https://bikehub.ca/vancouver-ubc Email Jeff Leigh, the Chair of the Vancouver Committee, to find out more about the committee, at vancouverbikehub.ca

Hub Cycling Richmond/YVR Committee

Tuesday, June 19, 2018, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Repeats: Third Tuesday of every month except July and August

By: Stephen DesRochesDo you ride your bike in Richmond or around YVR/Sea Island? Are you interested in local cycling action and advocacy for improved infrastructure? Attend your local HUB Cycling committee meeting to see what's happening. All are welcome – no experience required! More details at: https://bikehub.ca/richmond-yvr Email Stephen DesRoches, the Chair of the Richmond/YVR Committee, to find out more about the committee, at richmondbikehub.ca

Roll The Dice Ride

Tuesday, June 19, 2018 at 7:00pm. Ride will leave at 7:20

By: MikeA ride led by chance. Big dice are rolled to determine how many blocks to ride, and which direction to turn once we get there (ie: Odd total = Turn right, Even = left). Previous years' rides have roamed both East Van and Mount Pleasant. Pleasant surprises have included ice cream, jungle gyms, and mostly unnoticed public art. What adventures will Lady Luck find for us this time? Since dice don't understand the concept of designated bike routes, riders should be pretty comfortable on city streets. Pace will be casual with short stops at anything interesting we come across. A [more...]

Wednesday June 20

Kids Bike Library

Wednesday, June 20, 2018, 10:00am - 6:00pm. Free kids bike tune-ups from 4pm - 6pm.

Repeats: Every Wednesday in May - September

By: AMS Bike Co-op and Bike KitchenThe Kids Bike Library (KBL) is similar to a regular library, but with bikes! During the summer on Wednesdays from 10:00am – 6:00pm, 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. Don’t have a bike? No problem! We also provide bikes to children and youth by-donation, even if you don’t have one to swap. From 4:00pm – 6:00pm on KBL Wednesdays, we also offer [more...]

Vancouver’s 4th Annual Cargo Bike Championship

Wednesday, June 20, 2018, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

By: ModacityYou are cordially invited to join us at Vancouver's 4th Annual Cargo Bike Championship. The event will take place during HUB’s ‘Bike to Shop Days’ Media Launch in Jack Poole Plaza from 4:30pm to 6:30pm, where we will be racing longjohns and longtails of all shapes and sizes, with a chance to win some great prizes. Through the generous support of the Vancouver Convention Centre, we have secured a “closed” oval, with multiple cargo bikes racing at the same time, all with the Olympic Cauldron and North Shore Mountains as our backdrop. We are asking entrants to register for the [more...]

Soft Serve Wednesday Bike Polo

Wednesday, June 20, 2018 at 6:00pm. Games usually wrap up at dusk, depending on number and keenness of attendees.

Repeats: Every Wednesday

By: East Van Bike PoloSoft Serve Wednesdays is East Van Bike Polo's program for newer and casual players, held at Grandview Park on Sundays from 6 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...]

OCB WTQ Night

Wednesday, June 20, 2018, 6:30pm - 9:30pm

Repeats: First and Third Wednesday of every month

By: Our Community BikesTwice a month Our Community Bikes (OCB) open our doors after hours to women, trans and queer identifying people to use the shop. It’s a welcoming space for people who may feel less comfortable in the male dominated realms of cycling and mechanics. At WTQ night tool and stand rental are free! Just bring your bike down and our mechanics will be on hand to support you with your repair.

Eco-Art Ride

Wednesday, June 20, 2018, 7:00pm - 8:30pm. Gather at 7pm, ride at 7:15

By: BeaInterested in the environment and public art? Eco-Art is a type of art that celebrates our environment and prompts the viewer to consider environmental justice, issues of sustainability, and other important subjects. Join us for a ride to look at the installations for the Community Arts Council of Vancouver's Eco-Art Walk in Grandview-Woodland. If you're interested in the art but can't make the ride, pick up a map at Britannia Community Centre for a self-serve tour; or for more info check out http://www.cacv.ca/programs/environmental-art/

Thursday June 21

BRS Weekly Social Ride

Thursday, June 21, 2018 at 8:00pm. We meet around 8PM and ride around 8:30PM

Repeats: Every Thursday

By: CraigoLike your Bike? So do we 😉 Come ride with us We meet every Thursday around 8PM at Dude Chilling Park All riders and levels welcome!

Friday June 22

Bike to Shop Days

Friday, June 22, 2018 at 7:00am

Repeats: Friday, June 22, Saturday, June 23, Sunday, June 24

By: Jen SBike to Shop Days is a free HUB Cycling community event that provides tips about the gear, techniques and routes that allow participants to use their bicycles for shopping! This three day long event includes route maps for shopping, guided rides, discounts at local shops around Metro Vancouver and celebration stations with cycling information, snacks, and free bike tune-ups. Registration grants access to discounts at over 100 shops across Metro Vancouver and allows folks to be eligible to win a grand prize. Register today and discover the ease and fun of shopping by bike!

A Farewell P.U.P. Ride

Friday, June 22, 2018, 7:30pm - 10:30pm

By: ThomAs many of you know I'm wrapping up my Vancouver life and heading off to the flatlands of Saskatchewan with the wife to begin a new chapter. Why not have one final PUP Ride as a send-off! An evening of Pop Up Performance and Biking through Vancouver. The ride will have 3 performers from a variety of disciplines showcase their artistic creations at a unique pop up locations. The concept is simple; everyone gathers at a central location at 8pm, we'll depart for our first pop up outdoor location at 8:30pm. After this we'll all mount-up and ride to the [more...]

Led Zep ride v3

Friday, June 22, 2018 at 7:30pm. meet 7.30, ride at 8 sharp

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 7.30pm. We ride at 8.00 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 23

Bike to Shop Days

Saturday, June 23, 2018 at 7:00am

Repeats: Friday, June 22, Saturday, June 23, Sunday, June 24

GearUp4CF

Saturday, June 23, 2018 at 9:00am

By: Cystic Fibrosis Canada - BC & YukonThis is the 13th Annual GearUp4CF where riders can choose from 50km and 100km rides in Vancouver on June 23 or our more challenging 2-day ride from Vancouver to beautiful Manning Park from Saturday, June 23 to Sunday, June 24. GearUp4CF has raised nearly $2 million! We invite you to join us as we raise even more to achieve our vision of a world without cystic fibrosis. You must register and registrations will close on June 4 for the 2-day ride and June 15 for the 1 day rides. Riders may register after these dates by calling our office on [more...]

HUB Cycling: Downtown Vancouver to West Vancouver Guided Ride

Saturday, June 23, 2018, 11:00am - 12:00pm

By: JenniferDo you like bikes? Do you like biking with a squad of two wheeled fun loving individuals? The join HUB Cycling for our guided ride on Saturday, June 23rd for our Bike to Shop Days event! Bike to Shop is a free community event that celebrates cycling for transportation and demonstrates how fun, convenient and affordable it is to make trips by bike. From June 23rd to 24th, you can join our guided rides but also score discounts at local shops and visit celebration stations. At our celebration stations you can get your bike tuned up, learn how to carry [more...]

Jazz Party Bike Ride (Guided Group Tour)

Saturday, June 23, 2018, 11:00am - 1:00pm

By: Mobi by Shaw GoJoin us on a free guided tour to explore the city on our way to Vancouver International Jazz Festival! We have hand-picked the best route to enjoy downtown Vancouver. We will start at the Mobi station at Coal Harbour Community Centre and we will end at Robson Square where Vancouver International Jazz Festival kicks off at 12pm. Mobi by Shaw Go will provide the bikes for everyone, so all you have to bring is yourself and your sense of adventure. The ride is designed for beginner to moderate riders. However, more experienced riders are of course more than welcome to [more...]

Both Bridges Brewery Tour v6

Saturday, June 23, 2018, 12:30pm - 6:30pm. meet at 12.30, ride at 1 sharp

By: farrbottBikes and Beer, it's just right isn't it? This is a tour of the breweries on my 'both bridges' route. This will be a tastetastic afternoon of beer sampling that includes visiting breweries that have opened since the last ride. We will ride Lions Gate Bridge then hit Black Kettle, Beere, Bridge. Then ride 2nd Narrows to DOAN and end at East Van Brewing Co. Only drink within your limit to ensure your safety on the road and the safety of the group. As always, it's your decision, you ride at your own risk. I'm not your mom 😉 This [more...]

The Summer Solstice Ride

Saturday, June 23, 2018 at 5:00pm. Leave at 6:00pm

By: Terminal City RidersOne of our biggest events of the year! Come on out for this 'Longest Day' ride. Meet up at Crab Park around 5pm, roll out at 6. Parade route through Gastown, Olympic Village and on our way out towards Kits. Continue on through to Jericho for a final sunset at the far end of Spanish Banks.

Sunday June 24

Bike to Shop Days

Sunday, June 24, 2018 at 7:00am

Repeats: Friday, June 22, Saturday, June 23, Sunday, June 24

Ride Don't Hide

Sunday, June 24, 2018, 7:00am - 12:00pm

By: CMHAA community bike ride to create awareness about the importance of mental health and to raise funds for programs helping those who are dealing with mental illness. The Greater Vancouver starts and finishes with celebration activities at Swangard Stadium, 3883 Imperial Street, Burnaby (south east corner of Kingsway and Boundary). The ride has four different routes (10KM, 20KM, 60KM, and 100KM) and is suitable for riders of all ages and all skill levels. The routes start in Burnaby, travel through the streets of Vancouver (and Richmond if 60KM or 100KM), and return back to Burnaby. Your registration fees includes: A [more...]

Fun rides, Free! Sundays June - September

Sunday, June 24, 2018, 10:00am - 12:30pm. Leave at 10-ish. Suitable for 12-15 years and up.

Repeats: Every Sunday in June 24, July 16, August 16 and 26

By: cathy griffinHi I am a member of HUB Burnaby and have been taking people out on bike rides around the lower mainland for a few years. I am wondering if you can post my rides with your members. thank you Cathy Griffin Here is my schedule June – September Sunday, June 24th, 10-12 noon. Start at McGill Public Library in Burnaby ride to Deep Cove. Suitable for 15 years and up. Wear a helmet, bring water and sunscreen. Will discuss riding etiquette etc., Free. Ride led by Cathy Griffin, HUB Burnaby member. Sunday July 16th Start at Burnaby Fraser Foreshore Park, [more...]

HUB Cycling: Downtown Vancouver to North Vancouver Guided Ride

Sunday, June 24, 2018, 11:00am - 12:00pm

By: JenniferJoin HUB Cycling for our guided ride from downtown Vancouver to North Vancouver on Sunday, June 24th for our Bike to Shop Days event! Our guided ride to North Vancouver is on Sunday, June 24th, from 11:00am-12:00pm. The 10km ride with start at Lot 19 (855 West Hastings). We will ride over the Lions Gate Bridge and end at the Lower Lonsdale Celebration Station for ice cream, prizes, bike tune-ups and other family-friendly entertainment. Lots of cafes and shops in the area will be offering discounts for Bike to Shop Days participants. Bike to Shop is a free community event [more...]

HUB Cycling: South Vancouver to Steveston, Richmond Guided Ride

Sunday, June 24, 2018, 11:00am - 12:00pm

By: JenniferJoin HUB Cycling for our guided ride from South Vancouver to Steveston, Richmond on Sunday, June 24th for our Bike to Shop Days event! Our guided ride from South Vancouver to Steveston is on Sunday, June 24th, from 11:00am-12:00pm. The 12km ride with start at the Marine Drive Canada Line Station and we will bike to Steveston, Richmond over the fantastic new Canada Line Bridge for pedestrians and cyclists! We will stop at the Steveston Celebration Station for bike tune-ups, giveaways, and prizes. Cafes and shops in the area will be offering discounts for folks who show their helmet and [more...]

Tour de Playground

Sunday, June 24, 2018 at 1:30pm. Ride will leave at 2pm

By: MikeRiding bikes, climbing on things, sliding on slides, and swinging on swings! They'll even be a zip-line or two! What could possibly be better? A curated tour of some of the best play-sites Vancouver has to offer. Let your inner (or outer) child out to recess with a crew of other adventurous, maturity challenged bike folks. Superheroes, supervillains, dinosaurs, and wearers of silly hats are all strongly encouraged to attend the premiere bike and play event of the year. Start practicing hanging upside down by your ankles, re-memorizing your jump rope rhymes, and building up your tolerance for extended stretches [more...]