Bike Walk Macon is excited to announce that Macon’s first-ever Big Bike Ride is just one week away. This event will bring together middle Georgia’s bicyclists to advocate for safer, more connected streets, and there’s still time to sign up!

Macon’s Big Bike Ride will begin at Cherry Street Plaza at 6:30 PM on Friday, November 1st. Bike Walk Macon will lead participants on 7.5-mile slow roll through Downtown Macon and nearby neighborhoods, including InTown, Mercer, and Pleasant Hill. Along the way, riders will stop at key points to highlight exciting transportation projects already in progress and connect with fellow advocates to discuss future improvements for safer streets.

Event Details

Date: Friday, November 1, 2024

Time: Registration 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM | Ride 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Location: Cherry Street Plaza (300 Cherry St), Downtown Macon

Register now: www.bikewalkmacon.com/bigbikeride

As a powerful statement in support of bike-friendly infrastructure and sustainable transportation, Macon’s Big Bike Ride is about more than just riding—it’s a movement. By participating, riders will help advocate for safer streets and contribute to Bike Walk Macon’s mission to promote biking and walking as essential parts of everyday life.

Registration is $10 per person, with kids 10 and under riding for free. Participants can also purchase the inaugural Macon’s Big Bike Ride t-shirt for $25. Day of registration will increase to $15. To register, visit www.bikewalkmacon.com/bigbikeride.

Bike Walk Macon would like to thank this year’s annual sponsors and Big Bike Ride event sponsors, including Community Foundation of Central Georgia, AARP Georgia, Powers Beecher Injury Lawyers, Robins Financial Credit Union, Cox, All-State Electrical, Sheridan Construction, Saint Joseph’s Catholic School, Apparel Authority, Bragg Jam, and Coca-Cola Bottling Co. United. Their generous support helps make this event and the ongoing advocacy for safer streets possible.

Bike Walk Macon invites everyone, from experienced cyclists to newcomers, to take part in supporting a safer, more bike-friendly Macon. For more information about Macon’s Big Bike Ride, please contact Rachel Hollar Umana, Executive Director at [email protected] or 478-335-1236.