About this Event
Join the Prospect Park community for a family-friendly, educational afternoon in Brooklyn’s Backyard dedicated to the joy and culture of cycling. This is more than just a cycling event. It is a Bicycle Bonanza!!! Whether you're a delivery worker, a parent, a seasoned commuter, or brand new to life on two wheels, this day is designed for you.
This event is proudly hosted by the , , the , the , and .
We are thrilled to be joined by a wide range of community partners and participating organizations, including the , , , , , , , and .
RSVP today to join us for a day of community and cycling culture! All activities and rides will meet at the Bartel-Pritchard Square Entrance to Prospect Park (15th Street and Prospect Park West). Please note that while the event is open to all, some specific rides require registration on a separate form or Eventbrite link to secure a spot.
Featured Activities + Education Materials
- Free Helmet Giveaway: Professionally fitted helmets provided by NYC DOT. Helmets will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Children’s Bike Swap: Trade in your child’s old bicycle and leave with a newly tuned-up one!
- Bike infrastructure information
- Cyclist protocol + Safety conversations
- Free minor bicycle repairs
- NYC bicycle maps
- Delivery worker support + protocol
- Children’s bike-related projects
- Guided beginner rides (Registration required)
- Children’s Learn-to-Ride workshop (Registration required)
- Rules of the Road Information
Children’s Learn-to-Ride Workshop | 12:00–2:00 pm
Ride Registration Required
Sign-ups officially open on May 14 at 8:00 AM.
Secure your spot here:
Join a learn-to-ride workshop for children learning to ride a bike for the first time. Please note that registration with Bike New York is required to join this ride and that bikes and helmets are not provided. Parents/Guardians must provide their child’s own bike and helmet, and a parent or guardian must remain with the child for the duration of the ride.
A waiver is also required and will be sent by Bike New York after registration.
Adult Group Ride
Ride Registration Required
Secure your spot here:
Join a guided, casual-paced group ride with a community focus around Prospect Park and Prospect Park West. Learn safe riding routes, etiquette, and protocol for respectful cycling in the park. Please note that registration with Kissena Cycling is required to join this ride and that bikes and helmets are not provided.
There will be two sessions with 20 spots each. Please make sure to arrive 10 minutes before ride time.
- Group A: 11:30 am
- Group B: 1:00 pm
Want to volunteer, donate helmets, or bicycle lights? Contact [email protected]
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Bartel-Pritchard Square, Prospect Park Southwest, Brooklyn, United States
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