Bike to Work Week: May 15 - 21
Please join us in celebrating Bike to Work Week! Midtown Transportation, Atlanta Bicycle Coalition, and other partners will be putting on various events throughout the week to help you get around on two wheels!
Bikes and Breakfast
Bike here to grab free breakfast, play games, and enter to win a bike commuter kit (containing a sweet bike bell, tote bag, water bottle, Midtown socks, and more)! You’ll also be able to learn about upcoming cycling enhancements in the Central Midtown Connection Plan and provide feedback.
- Tuesday, May 17 from 7:30am - 9:30am
- Charles Allen Gate (10th St @ Charles Allen Dr)
Bike Maintenance 101
Learn how to keep your bike in peak condition, change a tire, perform basic troubleshooting, and dispel common misconceptions. Followed by a Q&A and 1-on-1 consulting with the host (come with questions!). Stick around afterwards to learn about upcoming cycling enhancements in the Central Midtown Connection Plan and provide feedback. RSVP today!
- Friday, May 20 from noon to 12:40pm
- Arts District Plaza (Peachtree St at 15th St)
Events in Midtown
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Bikes and Breakfast Bike here to grab free breakfast, play games, and enter to win a bike commuter kit (containing a sweet bike bell, tote bag, water bottle, Midtown socks, and more)! |
Tuesday, May 17 7:30am - 9:30am 10th St at Charles Allen Dr |
Midtown Transportation |
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Bike Maintenance 101 Learn how to keep your bike in peak condition, change a tire, perform basic troubleshooting, and dispel common misconceptions. Followed by a Q&A and 1-on-1 consulting with the host (come with questions!). RSVP today! |
Friday, May 20 12:00pm - 12:40pm Arts District Plaza (Peachtree St at 15th St) |
Midtown Transportation |
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Colony Square has become a haven for great food and fun events. That’s why its been called Midtown’s Living room! Friday night’s rides will end here for live music, delicious food, and a FREE beverage courtesy of North American Properties in their swank new food hall. |
Friday, May 20 5:30pm - 8:00pm Inman Park MARTA to Colony Square |
Atlanta Cycling Festival |
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Another Festival favorite, the Queer Ride is not only a celebration, but an exploration of Atlanta through a few of the city’s iconic gay bars and their history. Starting at Charles Allen Gate, all are welcome to come and celebrate Atlanta’s LGBTQ culture. |
Friday, May 20 6:00pm - 9:00pm Charles Allen Gate at Piedmont Park to Colony Square |
Atlanta Cycling Festival |
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The Intercontinental Cocktail Ride Put on your fancy dress or Sunday suit and ride with ACF on a party-paced jaunt to sample cocktails at three of Atlanta’s tastier cocktail bars. Most will be offering a special drink and food specials. |
Saturday, May 21 3:30pm - 6:00pm The Lawrence (905 Juniper St) |
Atlanta Cycling Festival |
You can find more bike events throughout the city here!
Additional Resources
Midtown Bike Routes and Information
Free personalized commute route planning
Follow along as Meredith gets familiar with bike commuting
League of American Bicyclists: Tips and Videos
NPR's Life Kit Podcast Episode: How to Start Bike Commuting
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New to bike commuting? Click here to learn how you can earn $5 each day you commute by bike! |
Why Bike?
There are many benefits to getting around by bike!
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Fit in your workout while running errands
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Enjoy the outdoors
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Improve your commute
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Free parking!
Questions about our events? Or about getting around on bike? Let us know at mt@midtownatl.com.