Huntington Beach 3rd Annual Local Witches Ride

Name: Huntington Beach 3rd Annual Local Witches Ride
Start: 2024-10-19T18:00:00-07:00
Location: Four Sons Taproom On Main

Schedule

Sat Oct 19 2024 at 06:00 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

Four Sons Taproom On Main | Huntington Beach, CA

Dress up as a witch or warlock for HB’s 3rd Annual Witches Ride!
Event Invitation: Huntington Beach Bike Group's Third Annual Witches Ride
🧙‍♀️ Join Us for the Third Annual Witches Ride! 🧙‍♀️
Calling all witches, warlocks, and magical creatures of Huntington Beach! It's time to dust off your broomsticks (or bikes, in this case) and join us for a spellbinding evening of fun, fitness, and festive frights.
All wheels are welcome—whether you're on a bike, scooter, skateboard, roller skates, or e-bike, come join the fun! 🚴‍♀️🛼🛴
What to Expect:
A leisurely bike ride with skaters through the heart of Huntington Beach with all your fellow witches. 🧙🏻🚲🛼
A hauntingly good time with music, laughter, and a bit of magic in the air!
What to Bring:
Your bike (decorated in true witchy fashion, of course!)
Your most enchanting witch costume.
Lights or glow sticks to illuminate the way.
A sense of adventure and a readiness to cackle with delight!
This ride is open to all ages and abilities, so gather your fellow witches, bring your little goblins, and let’s make this the most magical ride of the year!
RSVP by October 1st to ensure we have enough broomstick parking for everyone at the meetup spot!
Bike Route:
We'll kick things off by meeting at Four Sons on Main Taproom. Once everyone has arrived, we'll capture a group photo!
The route will take us through downtown Huntington Beach, starting from the taproom and heading down Orange to 11th Street. From there, we'll turn right onto 11th and follow it to Palm Avenue, then loop back onto Main Street. We'll cruise down Main to energize the crowds and parade towards the pier, where we’ll join the bike path heading north on the upper path, then shift to the lower path at Goldenwest.
Our first stop is back at the lower path north of the pier for a bit of socializing and fun. Afterward, we’ll continue along the bike path to HB House, where we'll take a break for some festivities, food, and drinks!
We'll hang out for about an hour, then regroup to ride back along the bike path, finishing with one last iconic roll down Main Street. Feel free to head out whenever you like!
Those who are in it with us for the night we will end up at Taqueria Primecut! Plenty of parking for the bikes on the sidewalk right outside the restaurant!
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Route is approximately 8 miles.
🧙‍♀️See you on the witching hour—if you dare! 🧙‍♀️
History of Witches Bike Rides
Witches bike rides have become a popular Halloween tradition in many communities, where participants, often dressed as witches, take to the streets on their bicycles for a fun and spooky ride. The idea behind these rides is to celebrate the Halloween spirit while enjoying a communal activity that promotes both fitness and fun.
The tradition likely began as a playful way for adults to participate in Halloween festivities, combining the classic image of a witch riding a broomstick with a modern twist—riding a bike instead. These rides have grown in popularity across various cities and towns, often serving as charity events, community gatherings, or simply a chance to celebrate the season with a little extra whimsy. Riders usually don witch hats, capes, and other spooky accessories, making for a festive and visually striking parade.