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SUMMARY:BCGP Legislative Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:About the Event \n\n\nOn June 17\, 2026\, more than 75 advocates\, committee members\, and allies gathered with the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia (BCGP) policy team\, Transit Forward Philadelphia\, Families for Safe Streets Greater Philadelphia (FSSGP)\, and Circuit Trails to talk about one shared goal: \nSafer streets for everyone who walks\, bikes\, or rides transit in Philadelphia. \nThe conversation continues on July 15th at 6:00PM\, as BCGP’s Legislative Committee made up of Board\, Staff\, and community advocates will meet to further refine 2027 priorities and continue working through the Policy Social breakout session topics together. \nYour voice is welcomed! \n\nRSVP \n\n\nSign up to attend below; a link to the Zoom meeting will be included with your confirmation email. \n\n\n\n\n\nAttend Zoom Call \nFree\n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/bcgp-legislative-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom\, Online Only
CATEGORIES:Bicycling Events
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SUMMARY:Annual Holiday Lights Ride
DESCRIPTION:About Philly’s Holiday Lights Ride \n\n\nOur annual critical mass bike ride and celebration in partnership with Wednesday Night Rides is returning December 10th to tour the sights and lights of South Philly’s decked out streets! \nBig thanks to the Philadelphia Parking Authority\, our presenting sponsor\, and Bell’s Bike Shop\, our after party sponsor\, for bringing the South Philly love. \nRain date: December 17th.\nIn the case of inclimate weather\, you’ll hear from us at 1pm\, Tuesday\, Dec. 9th. \nAfter Party at Bell’s Bike Shop!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/annual-holiday-lights-ride/
LOCATION:1326 East Passyunk Avenue\, 1326 East Passyunk Avenue\, Philadelphia\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bicycling Events,Biking in Philly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T130000
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SUMMARY:Educational Equity Summit
DESCRIPTION:Breakthrough of Greater Philadelphia presents the Educational Equity & Diversity Summit\, a powerful community gathering focused on advancing equity and diversity in education. The event will feature leading voices in policy\, law\, and education\, including Dr. Khalid Mumin (Former Pennsylvania Secretary of Education)\, Councilmember Isaiah Thomas\, and Cara McClellan (University of Pennsylvania)\, with moderation by Dr. James Peterson of WURD Radio. \nThe Summit will bring together educators\, policymakers\, families\, and advocates to explore innovative approaches\, discuss systemic challenges\, and highlight actionable solutions to create more inclusive schools and communities. This is a unique opportunity to connect\, exchange ideas\, and be part of shaping the future of education in Philadelphia.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/educational-equity-summit/
LOCATION:Taulane Auditorium\, Germantown Friends School\, 31 W Coulter St\, Philadelphia\, P\, 19144\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bicycling Events,Community Events,Discussion,Education/Lecture,Free Community Events,Germantown,Meeting,Social
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ORGANIZER;CN="Breakthrough of Greater Philadelphia":MAILTO:edelhowlin@untaptcomms.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T070000
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SUMMARY:Scenic Schuylkill Century Recreational Bicycle Ride 2025 on 9/7
DESCRIPTION:Scenic Schuylkill Century Recreational Bicycle Ride 2025 on 9/7 \nEvent Website: www.ScenicCentury.org \nFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE \nHundreds of Cyclists to Ride in the Scenic Schuylkill Century Recreational Bicycle Ride on Sunday\, September 7\, 2025 \nEach year\, hundreds of cyclists take part in the Scenic Schuylkill Century\, a one-day recreational bike ride\, not a race. Routes offered from 21 to 101 miles through Philadelphia\, Montgomery\, and Chester Counties. The event\, organized by the Bicycle Club of Philadelphia (BCP)\, will be held on Sunday\, September 7\, 2025. \nThe fully supported ride starts and finishes at AIM Academy (1200 River Road\, Conshohocken)\, located directly on the Schuylkill River Trail across from the SEPTA Manayunk/Norristown Regional Rail Miquon Station. \nRegistration begins at 6am. Rolloffs commence at 7am or slightly later at the choice of the riders. \nEvent Highlights\n• Seven routes to choose from: three mostly flat\, paved trail routes for casual riders; four longer\, more challenging road routes for experienced cyclists.\n• Rest stops at AIM Academy\, Lloyd Hall (No. 1 Boathouse Row)\, the Phoenixville YMCA\, and Ridge Fire Company in Spring City\, Chester County.\n• Coffee\, bagels\, and fresh fruit at the start; fresh fruit and homemade baked goods at all rest stops; a celebratory pizza party at the finish.\n• On-course support: SAG drivers patrolling the routes and marshals stationed at key locations.\n• Scenic highlights include:\n• Main Street Manayunk\, West Laurel Hill Cemetery and Arboretum\, MLK Drive\, Fairmount Park mansions\, the Philadelphia Museum of Art\, and six Schuylkill River crossings—including the Manayunk Viaduct and Strawberry Mansion Bridge.\n• Some of the most picturesque stretches of the Schuylkill River between Philadelphia and Phoenixville.\n• Valley Forge National Historical Park\, four historic covered bridges\, and Chester County’s scenic horse country with rolling hills above Phoenixville. \nRain or shine. Helmets are required. \nAbout the Event\nThe Scenic Schuylkill Century Recreational Bicycle Ride has been a Philadelphia cycling tradition for more than 25 years. This unique bicycle ride is organized by volunteers\, not by a for profit company. At the end of each year\, BCP donates event proceeds to local cycling-related organizations\, such as the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia and Neighborhood Bike Works\, not to unrelated charities. \nAbout the Organizers\nThe Bicycle Club of Philadelphia (BCP) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to promoting cycling in the greater Philadelphia area through a year-round calendar of daily rides\, seasonal events\, and educational programs. Learn more at phillybikeclub.org. \nClick here to access a OneDrive folder w/ images: https://netorgft4406344-my.sharepoint.com/personal/cwherbert_cwherbert_com/_layouts/15/onedrive.aspx?id=%2Fpersonal%2Fcwherbert_cwherbert_com%2FDocuments%2F2025%20Scenic%20Schuylkill%20Century%20media&ga=1 \nAll images were created by BCP. We grant permission to use for media purposes. We are happy to arrange for a bicycle preview ride at AIM Academy or at your media location. \nMedia Contact: Chuck Herbert\, President\, BCP\, Cell/Text 267-228-1230 cwherbert@cwherbert.com
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/scenic-schuylkill-century-recreational-bicycle-ride-2025-on-9-7/
LOCATION:AIM Academy\, 1200 River Road\, Conshohocken\, PA\, 19428\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bicycling Events,Community Events,Discussion,Education/Lecture,Free Community Events,Germantown,Meeting,Social
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bicycle Club of Philadelphia":MAILTO:sonja@bicyclecoalition.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T090000
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SUMMARY:2025 Temple University Bike Tour
DESCRIPTION:2025 Temple University Bike Tour\nSunday\, April 27\, 9 a.m. To 1 p.m.\nRegister now at https://ambler.temple.edu/biketour. \nEarly Bird Fee: $30 (Ends March 24)\nGeneral Fee: $35 (Ends April 21)\nStudent Fee: $15 (Ends April 21) \nStart: Temple University Main Campus (Diamond Lot)\, 1801 N Broad St\, Philadelphia\, PA 19122\nEnd: Temple University Ambler (Ambler Arboretum of Temple University)\, 580 Meetinghouse Road\, Ambler PA 19002 \nIt’s time to fly with the Owls! Join us for the 2025 Temple University Bike Tour on Sunday\, April 27. Register now and learn more at https://ambler.temple.edu/biketour! Registration for the Temple University Bike Tour will close on Monday\, April 21. There will be no on-site registration. \nFunds raised during the Bike Tour will support Temple Ambler. \nCyclists will travel a beautiful 22-mile route from Main Campus to Temple Ambler on April 27\, touring the Greenway through Fairmount Park\, Wissahickon Valley Park’s Forbidden Drive and Fort Washington State Park. \nAt the finish line\, Bike Tour participants\, family\, friends and the general public are invited to a celebration including activities for the whole family\, information from Bike Tour sponsors and tours showcasing the unique experiences available at Temple Ambler! Find out more about the tour. \nFox Chase Cancer Center\, Absolutely Apropos and RDS Vending proudly sponsor the Temple University Bike Tour.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/2025-temple-university-bike-tour/
LOCATION:Temple University
CATEGORIES:---Biking,---On the Trail,Arts & Culture,Bicycling Events,Biking in Philly,Biking the Region,Children,Community Events,Event,Events,Family,Family Activities,Family and Kids,Family Fun,Health & Wellness,Montgomery County,Outdoor Event,Programs for Children,Recreation & Health,Special Event,Wellness
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ORGANIZER;CN="Temple University Ambler":MAILTO:duffyj@temple.edu
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SUMMARY:Spring Bike Bonanza and Open House
DESCRIPTION:Warm weather is coming! Do you need a bike? We’ll have lots of our “Ready to Ride” bike available at our Spring Bike Bonanza! Stock up on all your biking needs – water bottles\, helmets\, locks\, lights\, and NBW merch. \nWe’ll also have folks from Neighborhood Bike Works here to chat if you want to learn more about our nonprofit and our youth and adult programs. Learn how your donations and support help us to fulfill our mission to inspire youth and strengthen Philadelphia communities by providing equitable access to bicycling and bike repair through education\, recreation\, leadership\, and career-building opportunities. And did we mention the bake sale?!? Sweets and treats will be for sale to benefit our youth programs. \nYouth Programs facilitators will have a presentation at 2:00 to talk about all our of youth classes and how to register.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/spring-bike-bonanza-and-open-house/
LOCATION:Neighborhood Bike Works\, 3939 Lancaster Avenue\, Philadelphia\, 19104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bicycling Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250406T140000
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SUMMARY:Easter Family Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Easter like a Swede at the American Swedish Historical Museum’s Easter Family Day! Join us on Sunday\, April 6th\, from 2-4 pm to experience Swedish Easter traditions. In Sweden\, Easter kicks off with a trick-or-treat-like candy hunt on Maundy Thursday. Children dress up as Easter witches with long skirts\, headscarves\, painted red cheeks\, and freckles and go from house to house\, wishing people Happy Easter. \nAt our celebration\, children can make Swedish Easter crafts\, dress up as Easter witches\, enjoy face-painting\, and take part in a traditional egg hunt. We will have two egg hunts\, one for kids ages 2-5 and another for kids 6 and older. Egg hunts will take place outside\, rain or shine. Free for members and children under 2\, $5 for children 2-12.\, $10 for seniors/students\, $15 for adults. The event ticket includes Museum admission. Pay at the door.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/easter-family-day-2/
LOCATION:American Swedish Historical Museum\, 1900 Pattison Ave\, Philadeplhia\, PA\, 19145\, United States
CATEGORIES:---Biking,---On the Trail,Arts & Culture,Bicycling Events,Biking in Philly,Biking the Region,Children,Community Events,Event,Events,Family,Family Activities,Family and Kids,Family Fun,Health & Wellness,Montgomery County,Outdoor Event,Programs for Children,Recreation & Health,Special Event,Wellness
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ORGANIZER;CN="American Swedish Historical Museum":MAILTO:iandren@americanswedish.org
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UID:10017253-1741514400-1741536000@gridphilly.com
SUMMARY:2025 Philly Bike Expo
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for March 8th & 9th. The Philly Bike Expo celebrates the bicycle like no one else. Now in its 14th year\, the Expo offers inspiration\, information\, and entertainment to cycling aficionados and novices alike. Held at the PA Convention Center\, the Expo features exhibits by artisans and manufacturers from around the country and the world\, demos\, workshops\, seminars and kids activities that include a spacious indoor test-ride area. Rides\, food\, and parties round out the fun-filled weekend. Tickets are on sale now for this “don’t miss” event at www.phillybikeexpo.com.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/2025-philly-bike-expo/2025-03-09/
LOCATION:Pennsylvania Convention Center\, 1101 Arch Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:---Biking,Bicycling Events,Biking in Philly,Biking the Region
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T170000
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UID:10017252-1741428000-1741453200@gridphilly.com
SUMMARY:2025 Philly Bike Expo
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for March 8th & 9th. The Philly Bike Expo celebrates the bicycle like no one else. Now in its 14th year\, the Expo offers inspiration\, information\, and entertainment to cycling aficionados and novices alike. Held at the PA Convention Center\, the Expo features exhibits by artisans and manufacturers from around the country and the world\, demos\, workshops\, seminars and kids activities that include a spacious indoor test-ride area. Rides\, food\, and parties round out the fun-filled weekend. Tickets are on sale now for this “don’t miss” event at www.phillybikeexpo.com.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/2025-philly-bike-expo/2025-03-08/
LOCATION:Pennsylvania Convention Center\, 1101 Arch Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:---Biking,Bicycling Events,Biking in Philly,Biking the Region
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241109T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241109T120000
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SUMMARY:Guided Bike Tour with Graham Robb
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the history and hidden gems of West Fairmount Park on this guided bike tour.\n\nDATE\nSaturday\, November 9 \n\n\n\nTIME\n9:00 am – 12:00 pm \n\n\n\nLOCATION\nJohn Welsh Memorial Fountain \n\nJoin Fairmount Park Conservancy and experienced bike tour guide Graham Robb on a five-mile\, all-levels bike ride of West Fairmount Park on Saturday\, November 9 from 9 AM–12 PM. \nThe guided bike ride will highlight the history\, hidden gems\, and stories of interesting places in West Fairmount Park.  Graham is a great storyteller who will share many perspectives on our park’s past\, present\, and future. \nINSTRUCTOR BIO: Graham Robb is a “retired” lawyer who enjoys biking\, hiking\, gardening\, and learning anything new.  When he is not officiating high school sports he volunteers much of his time with various organizations including Habitat for Humanity for whom he leads teams of volunteers on builds around the world.  A lifelong resident of Philadelphia\, Graham is something of a history and genealogy buff – having traced his Philadelphia ancestors back to the 1680s – and loves sharing past and current stories about his favorite city. \nTICKET PRICE: FREE in honor of Love Your Park. Donations appreciated. \nKNOW BEFORE YOU GO: \n\nThe bike ride is roughly five miles (moderate exertion). Most of the ride is flat; however\, there will be some hilly sections.\nThis event is BYOB….as in\, bring your own bike and helmet.\nEveryone must wear a helmet at all times. Riders who arrive without a helmet will not be permitted to join the tour.\nAppropriate for adults and families with children ages 14 and up. Minors must be registered and accompanied by an adult.\nPlease dress according to weather conditions.\nPlease bring your own water and snack (drinking water is not available in the park).\n-There are a limited number of bathrooms available in the park (mostly porta-potties) so please plan accordingly.\nThe bike ride visits the places listed above but does not go inside all of these spaces.\nSpace is limited so please only register if you plan to attend.\n\n\nPARKING/GETTING THERE: There is plenty of free parking in the park. As always\, do not leave valuables in your car.If you are traveling by public transit\, the nearest station is at Parkside Ave and 40th Street. The nearest Indego bike station is roughly a half-mile away at the Philadelphia Zoo (1046 North 34th Street). \n\nQUESTIONS? Please reach out to programs@myphillypark.org
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/guided-bike-tour-with-graham-robb/
LOCATION:West Fairmount Park\, South Concourse Drive (entrance near 42nd and Parkside Avenue) between East Memorial Hall Drive and 41st Street in West Fairmount Park.\, Philadelphia\, 19131\, United States
CATEGORIES:---Biking,Bicycling Events,Biking in Philly,Biking the Region
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UID:10014706-1727517600-1727523000@gridphilly.com
SUMMARY:Slow Roll Memorial Bike Ride for Barbara
DESCRIPTION:The Bicycle Coalition and Families for Safe Streets will work in collaboration with Barbara’s friends and family to host a silent\, slow roll bike ride from Civic Center Blvd and Spruce St. to the site of Barbara Friedes crash\, 18th and Spruce. We will place an Angel bike at the crash site and hold a memorial for her. \nPlease join to honor Barbara’s memory.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/slow-roll-memorial-bike-ride-for-barbara/
LOCATION:Civic Center Blvd and Spruce St.
CATEGORIES:---Biking,Activism,Advocacy,Bicycling Events,Biking in Philly,Free,Free Community Events,Gallery,Health & Wellness,Neighborhood,Outdoor Event,Wellness
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