The Atlanta Cycling Festival is an annual bicycling event that takes place every May or June in Atlanta. Since 2014, the festival has provided bicycle fans with an opportunity to experience Atlanta on two wheels. The festival attracts over 3,000 participants in mass bike rides. Atlanta Cycling Festival features vehicle-free rides on roads for cyclists only, as well as themed shared rides and free activities for grown-ups and children.
Opening Bash (May 11, 2024)
Atlanta Cycling festival starts with an epic opening bash in the heart of the city. Broad St, SW, between MLK and Mitchell, will be closed for traffic for an evening so that everyone can indulge in partying. The party, which runs from 4 to 8 pm, features the Bike Fashion Show at 6 pm as well as music, games, swag, and plenty of fun activities.
Two Wheel Tuesday (May 14, 2024)
Two Wheel Tuesday is another fun social gathering for cyclists, taking place from 6 to 9 pm at Specialized store, 112 Krog St NE # 10, Atlanta, GA 30307. The store is located on the Beltlne near Krog Street Market. Atlanta's bike commuters' monthly evening gathering has become a beloved tradition for experienced and aspiring cyclists. It's a great opportunity to learn about bike commuting in Atlanta and socialize with beverages and fun.
Atlanta One Ride (May 18, 2024)
Atlanta One Ride is another highlight of the Atlanta Cycling Festival. The riders start at various points around the city to meet at Woodruff Park at 5 pm to ride together to Halfway Croorks, a Berlin-inspired Outdoor Biergarten. The Big Closing Bash will start at Halfway Crooks at about 6 pm, with lots of beer, food vendors, and games for kids. The party will last until 10 pm.
More Rides
In 2024, the festival also offers the morning Black Coffee ride, spanning a few of Atlanta’s best black-owned coffee shops and roasters. The ride starts at Portrait Coffee at 8:30 am. On Sunday, May 12, cyclists gather for the Bike Church, a no-drop 10 am ride that takes a few routes and ends at a brewery. On Wednesday, May 15, cyclists greet the sun with the Mash to Brash ride from Grant Park to Brash Coffee at Westside Provisions District on Howell Mill. One of the most popular festival rides occurs In the evening of the same day. Party Ride to Bike Law starts at 7 pm at 97 Estoria, then proceeds to Decatur to meet up with the Ride of Silence before finishing up at Bike Law for free pizza and beer. The event honors those riders who have fallen.
The Atlanta Cycling Festival is also known for its educational classes and events. In 2024, it offers Bike Maintenance 101, a special workshop, which takes place at Wild Heaven West End, 1010 White St SW, Atlanta, GA 30310. The workshop runs from noon to 1 pm on Sunday, May 12. It will certainly help many beginners to feel more confident during difficult situations on the road!
