May 18 Ann Arbor Bike to Work Day Celebrates Bike Commuting Day and Night
Morning Bike Commuting Stations, evening Bike Bash among the awesome activities.
Bike Commuters in Ann Arbor have a lot to look forward to during national Bike to Work Day. The getDowntown Program, along with the City of Ann Arbor, numerous bike shops, bike organizations, businesses and others are offering great bike commuting activities all day Friday, May 18th.
“Whether you are a first timer or a seasoned bike commuter, we’ve got something planned for you!” says Nancy Shore, Director of the getDowntown Program.
Bike to Work Day caps off Ann Arbor Bike to Work Week.
Bike to Work Day 2012 Events, May 18th
Bike Commuting Stations for Bike to Work Day (May 18, various locations, 7am-9am)
Bike Shops, organizations and businesses will be setting up bike commuting stations throughout Ann Arbor where cyclists can get free coffee, tea, snacks, repairs, and swag.
Bike Commuting Stations:
- Ann Arbor City Hall (7:45-8:45am)
- Zingerman’s Deli and Two Wheel Tango Station: Ann Arbor YMCA (7:00-9:00am)
- Common Cycle, RoosRoast and UM Station: Hanover Park (7:00-9:00am, Division and Packard, across from Blimpy Burger)
- babo Market and WBWC Station: (7:00-9:00am)
- Clean Energy Coalition Border to Border Station: (7:00-9:00am)
- Wheels in Motion and Biggby Coffee Station: North University and State (7:00-9:00am, at the entrance to the Diag)
- Sic Transit and Mighty Good Coffee Station (7:00-9:00am, Broadway)
- People’s Food Co-op and Cafe Verde (7:00-9:00am, Food Co-op, Kerrytown)
For more details about bike commuting stations, click here
Bike to Work Day Rides
Local Bike Groups and others will be leading rides on Bike to Work Day for bike commuters.
- Ypsilanti to Ann Arbor: Group Bike Commute, May 18, 7:15-8:30am, Beezys Cafe (Ypsilanti)
- Bike Ambassador Rides, May 18, varied morning rides
- Washtenaw Biking and Walking Coalition: Group Ride to Bike Bash, May 18, 5:15-5:30pm, Liberty Plaza
Click here for more information about these rides
Bike Bash 2012, May 18, 5:30-8:00pm, Ann Arbor Farmer’s Market Space
Sponsored by the Ann Arbor Downtown Development Authority, Bike Bash is a party to celebrate all things biking!
- Musical entertainment from Joe Reilly and Lori Fithian.
- Food and drinks from Pilar’s Tamales, Silvio’s Pizza, Mighty Good Coffee, Mity Nice Ice and Everyday Wines.
- A bike bling station where you can paint your own bike bell and make your own spoke card.
- Bike commuting classes from AAPD Officer Kathy Vonk
- Michigan Freeride Bicycle Show
- King and Queen Bike Commuter competition
- WBWC photo booth
- Valet Bike Parking
- More!
King and Queen Bike Commuter Competition, May 18, 7pm, Ann Arbor Farmer’s Market
During Bike Bash 2012 (May 18, 5:30-8:00pm, Ann Arbor Farmer’s Market Space) getDowntown will be crowning the King and Queen Bike Commuter of 2012. Winners will receive a sweet bike helmet crown.
More information on the King and Queen Bike Commuter Competition, click here
The getDowntown Program provides commuting information and resources to employees in downtown Ann Arbor. The getDowntown Program is a Program of the Ann Arbor Transportation Authority (TheRide) and is a partnership between the Ann Arbor Transportation Authority, The City of Ann Arbor, and the Ann Arbor Downtown Development Authority.