Bike to the BBQ Battle

Gear up for summer’s most delicious ride!
Join WABA, DC Bike Ride, and Streets Calling Bike Club for Bike to the BBQ Battle—a 10-mile ride through the heart of DC culminating in a mouthwatering extravaganza at the 34th annual Giant BBQ Battle on Pennsylvania Avenue. Work up your appetite and get ready to savor the flavor and soak in the sounds at this epic food and music festival– you won’t believe what’s included! Here’s what you can look forward to:
1. Ride + Festival Experience — $15
Includes:

• Skip-the-line festival entry ($20 value!)
• Exclusive Bike to the BBQ Battle t-shirt
• Refreshments at a mid-ride pit stop
• Free, secure bike parking at the festival with Bike Valet DMV

2. Ride Only — Free
Includes:

• Join the group ride and enjoy refreshments at the WABA rest stop
• Does not include festival entry or t-shirt
• If you buy your own BBQ Battle ticket separately, you can still use the free bike valet at the festival site

Don’t miss your chance to ride, eat, jam out, and connect with our vibrant biking community! Your $15 ticket helps support WABA's regional advocacy and our fight for a just and sustainable transportation system where walking, biking, and transit are the best ways to get around.
Bike to the BBQ Battle isn’t just a ride—it’s a joyful mix of summer fun, outdoor adventure, delicious food, and meaningful impact. By joining this event, you're not only embracing the spirit of biking, flavor, and community—you’re empowering people to ride bikes, build connections, and transform places by supporting WABA.

Sign up today—and roll into summer right.

Prepare your taste buds for a flavor explosion at this legendary food and music festival! Teams will battle it out to create the tastiest barbecue dishes, and you’ll be right in the midst of the action, sampling mouthwatering delights from vendors and sponsors. With live music acts and entertainment, the Giant BBQ Battle promises an unforgettable feast for all the senses.

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