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Bike Walk Macon Announces Macon’s Big Bike Ride to Advocate for Safer, Connected Streets

Staff Report From Georgia CEO

Wednesday, September 18th, 2024

Bike Walk Macon is excited to announce the first-ever Macon’s Big Bike Ride, happening during Downtown Macon’s First Friday on November 1, 2024. This powerful event and fundraiser will unite hundreds of middle Georgia bicyclists to champion safer, more connected streets and promote a healthier, more vibrant community.

The ride will begin at Cherry Street Plaza at 6:30 PM and take participants on a scenic 7-mile slow roll through Downtown Macon and nearby neighborhoods. Designed for all ages and skill levels, the ride welcomes everyone, from newcomers to experienced bicyclists. Along the route, participants will have the opportunity to stop at various points to enjoy the sights, learn about ongoing transportation projects, and connect with fellow riders.

Macon’s Big Bike Ride is more than just a celebration of bicycling—it’s a movement. The event will serve as a strong statement in support of bike-friendly infrastructure, multimodal transportation options, and a thriving bicycling community. By participating, riders will directly contribute to the mission of Bike Walk Macon and help raise essential funds to support future community events, educational programs, and advocacy initiatives.

Event Details:

  • Date: Friday, November 1, 2024

  • Time: Registration 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM | Ride 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

  • Location: Cherry Street Plaza (200 Cherry St), Downtown Macon

To Register and Support:

Registration for Macon’s Big Bike Ride is just $10 per person and includes access to both the ride and the after-party. Kids under 10 ride free. Participants can also purchase the inaugural Macon’s Big Bike Ride t-shirt for an additional $25.

To register and support the event, visit www.bikewalkmacon.com/bigbikeride, where you can also contribute to one of our dedicated Big Bike Ride Ambassadors leading the fundraising efforts. By joining, you’re not only participating in the ride but also supporting the Macon’s Big Bike Ride manifesto, which advocates for safer, more connected, and sustainable transportation options in our community. Full details on the manifesto and event goals are available on the registration page.

Macon’s Big Bike Ride is organized by Bike Walk Macon and proudly supported by a diverse range of stakeholders. Our 2024 sponsors and partners include Robins Financial Credit Union, Coca-Cola Bottling Co. UNITED, Inc., and Downtown Macon. Interested in sponsoring or donating to this event? Please contact Sophie Rosen, Fundraising Coordinator, at [email protected].

Don’t miss out on this transformative initiative. Join Macon’s Big Bike Ride and help create a more bike-friendly Macon-Bibb County!