PSoAR 1st Annual Bicycle Day Group Ride & Chili Cook-Off

Sun Apr 19 2026 at 03:00 pm to 06:00 pm UTC-05:00

Pedal It Forward NWA | Bella Vista

Psychedelic Society of Arkansas
Publisher/HostPsychedelic Society of Arkansas
PSoAR 1st Annual Bicycle Day Group Ride & Chili Cook-Off
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🚲 PSoAR Bicycle Day Ride & Chili Cookoff Fundraiser 🌶️
April 19 | 3:00–6:00 PM
Pedal It Forward
3902 NW Wishing Spring Rd, Bentonville, AR 72712
Admission - Free or Donation
Family-Friendly (kids welcome)
Join the Psychedelic Society of Arkansas (PSoAR) for a community celebration of Bicycle Day — an important date in psychedelic history commemorating April 19, 1943, when Swiss chemist Albert Hofmann rode his bicycle home after intentionally experiencing the effects of LSD for the first time. That historic ride has become a symbol of curiosity, discovery, and community within psychedelic culture.
🚴 The Plan
We’ll gather at Pedal It Forward at 3:00 PM.
• Drop off your chili (see details below) and unload your bike
• Circle up for a brief welcome
• Head out for a relaxed (and decidedly sober) group ride on the Razorback Greenway Trail (this is a paved trail, easy for even the beginnerest of beginners)
• Return for our community Chili Cookoff + social time
This is a fundraising event, with proceeds supporting PSoAR’s educational programming and community outreach throughout Northwest Arkansas.
🌶️ Chili Cookoff Details
Bringing chili? Amazing.
Please:
Bring your chili warm in a crockpot (preferred)
Label your chili with:
- Your name
- Spice level (Mild / Medium / Hot)
- Dietary notes (vegetarian, vegan, contains dairy, etc.)
Arrive by 3:00 PM so we can set up before the ride.
We will provide:
- Bowls
- Utensils
- Drinks
- Tasting supplies
Whether you’re competing or just tasting, come hungry.
🎨 Want to Ride in Full Color?
We’ll host a tie-dye t-shirt gathering on Saturday, April 11th so you can show up in full psychedelic flair.
Sign up here to attend the tie-dye party and order your shirt by March 26th! - https://givebutter.com/psoar-dye-before-you-ride
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Pedal It Forward NWA, 3902 NW Wishing Springs,Bella Vista, Arkansas, United States

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