Pedals & Pride: Juneteenth Community Bike Ride (Bike Your Neighborhood)

Kicking off Bike Your Neighborhood’s fourth season with movement in celebration of Juneteenth in partnership with the Thea Bowman Center.
About this Event

Join us as we kick off Bike Your Neighborhood’s fourth season with purpose, movement, and celebration. Pedals & Pride is a Juneteenth community bike ride co-hosted by the , with special guest Mayor Justin Bibb.

In honor of Juneteenth, we’ll celebrate Mt. Pleasant’s rich Black history and legacy with a leisurely 9-mile bike ride through Buckeye-Shaker and Mt. Pleasant. Along the way, we’ll uplift stories, landmarks, and the cultural impact of African Americans in Cleveland—guided by and the .

We’ll make a stop at the Thea Bowman Center to learn about its connection to local black history and enjoy grilled hot dogs and burgers (vegetarian option included).

More than a bike ride, this free event will include multiple bike giveaways, bike helmet give aways, food, ice cream, art, and opportunities to connect with friends, neighbors and partners.

NEED A BIKE? We’ve got you covered. Free rentals are available thanks to our sponsors and partners. Arrive starting at 10:30 AM to secure one and get fitted. First-come, first-served. .

BIKE GIVEAWAY: Anyone who rents a bike will be entered into a raffle drawing to win a bike from Joy Machines Bike Shop, the Ohio City Bicycle Co-Op, or another partner.

RIDE DETAILS

• Date: Saturday, June 13
• Meetup / Roll Out: 10:30 AM / 11:30 AM (arrive early for rentals and fittings)
• Start/End Location: Amos Norwood Park (12805 Drexmore Rd., behind Dave’s Shaker Square)
• Distance: ~9 miles through Buckeye-Shaker & Mt. Pleasant

WHAT TO BRING

Hydration of choice, a helmet (strongly encouraged), and a bike in good working condition if you’re bringing your own. We’ll have an air pump on hand.

REMINDERS

• Free bike rentals available with a valid I.D. starting at 10:30 AM (first-come, first-served)
• Sign the before or at the ride
• Weather updates will be shared via social media

WHAT TO WEAR, WHAT NOT TO WEAR

• Wear your favorite Juneteenth gear or cultural athletic attire (shorts/leggings, t-shirt, moisture-wicking tee/tank, sneakers).
• Avoid wearing open-toe shoes, rigid fabrics like jeans, or anything flowy or baggy that can snag

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

Saint Luke's Foundation, Huntington, Key Bank, Morelands Group, Anonymous Donor, NP3, Shaker Square LLC, and Neighborhood Connections

THANK YOU TO OUR PARTNERS

Syatt, DMC, Bike Cleveland, Ohio City Bicycle Co-Op, RLR III & Associates, and Doan Brook Watershed Partnership.

Agenda

?: 10:30 AM - 02:00 PM
Pedals & Pride : Juneteenth Community Ride
?: 10:30 AM - 11:20 AM
Bike Rentals Begin

Info: People Begin Arriving & Bike Rentals Begin
Volunteers help with bike rentals, bike fittings and putting air in tires
Browse vendor tables and get snacks
Complete ride waiver

?: 11:15 AM - 11:30 AM
Announcements & Photo

Info: Welcome, thank sponsors, safety reminders, route + stops
Group photo

?: 11:30 AM - 01:00 PM
Ride Begins

Info: We’ll make a stop at the Thea Bowman Center to learn about its connection to local black history and enjoy grilled hot dogs and burgers (vegetarian option included).

?: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Post-Ride Hangout & Bike Giveaways

Info: Enjoy ice cream, browse vendor tables, return rental bikes and we'll do the Bike Raffle!