[Note: This post was originally published on Wednesday, 8/18)]
All-City BMX Jam on Saturday.
It looks like this heat wave is finally starting to pass, and the upcoming weekend should be blissfully mild. As a reward for all of your sweat and sunburns allow me to present a jam-packed event guide for your riding pleasure.
Friday, August 20th
4:30pm-6:30pm: Portland Opera Bikes Beerana
Stop by the Portland Opera Center (on the Eastbank Esplanade south of OMSI) after work and enjoy complimentary Widmer beer, snacks, and samplings from their upcoming presentations of Leoncavallo’s “Pagliacci” and Orff’s “Carmina Burana” on their riverfront patio. Located at the south end of the Eastbank Esplanade at 211 SE Caruthers St.
7:00pm: Hot Wheelz Mobile Dance Party
Already pining for Pedalpalooza? This monthly gathering of music, loud outfits, and all forms of human-powered transportation just may be the fix you need. Ride meets at 7:00pm at the Bye and Bye at NE 10th and Alberta.
9:00pm: Dropout Bike Club Monthly Ride
A freak bike ride that’s open to everyone. Come out and meet your friendly local Dropouts. Ride meets at Colonel Summers park at 9:00pm.
Saturday, August 21st
6:00am: Vine Ride
32, 65, and 100 mile routes wind through scenic wine country around Newberg on this benefit ride for the Children’s Cancer Association. Finish line party includes live music, Hawaiian BBQ, and a chance to win a bike. Register online or day of event.
10:00am: Museums by Bike–Fort Vancouver
Brought to you by the Museum Lady, Carye Bye, this tour meets up at Mallory Meadows Park in Portland and ventures across the river to explore the history surrounding Vancouver, WA. Bring a picnic lunch and money for museum admissions.
11:00am-9:00pm: Alberta Street Fair
A benifit for the Community Cycling Center, the Alberta Street Fair closes off 20 blocks of NE Alberta Street (NE 10th to 30th avenues) to auto traffic and opens it up to art, music, crafts, and more. Stop by the CCC between 12:00pm and 3:30pm for free bike wrenching.
1:00pm-4:00pm: All-City BMX Jam
This community BMX party at Glenhaven Skatepark will feature a DJ, prizes, food, and competition categories for ages 19 and under. Click here for a printable flyer.
3:30pm-7:30pm: Franz Bakery Criterium
An 8-corner route around Franz Bakery in NE Portland, this 1.1km cash-payout race features Men’s and Women’s categories and point-based awards. Register online or day of race.
Sunday, August 22nd
7:00am: Portland Century
A tour of all things PDX, the Portland Century takes you on some of the best riding in town, with 100, 50, and 25 mile routes for all skill levels. Fully catered and supported, this ride ends at Portland State University with a free beer garden and gourmet dinner for participants. Register online by Thursday for discounted entry fee, or day of race.
7:00 pm: Sunset Mystery Ride
Meet at the Vera Katz Statue on the Eastbank Esplanade and ride to a mystery location to watch the sunset. You will not regret doing this ride!