with a big street party.
We know the weather isn’t much of a sign, but with the volume of events we’ve got for you this weekend, it seems spring is finally here. From the ever-popular Filmed by Bike and Kidical Mass, to volunteer opportunities and even a ride in Vancouver — there’s no shortage of fun stuff to do on a bike. Whatever you end up doing, don’t forget that the Broadway Bridge will be closed to all vehicles (that means bikes too!) on Saturday.
Enjoy the weekend!
Friday, April 15th
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5:00 – 7:00pm – BicyclingHub.com Grand Opening Party
Roll down to 642 SE Stark for catered grub, beer, and even clothing discounts to help celebrate a great local bike business.
5:30pm Filmed by Bike Street Party and Screening
Clinton Street Theater – 2522 SE Clinton. Showtimes at 7, 9 and 11pm. Street closure in effect with music and New Belgium beer available.
See full weekend screening agenda.
Street party is free. Film showings are $10.
Saturday, April 16th
- 9:00am – 1:00 pm: Gateway Green Clean Up
Join the Northwest Trail Alliance and SOLV to pick up trash at the site of the future Gateway Green, a 35 acre parcel between I-205 and I-84 in East Portland that will soon feature lots of fun biking and hiking trails.
10:00 am: City of Vancouver Earth Day Family Ride
Join BikeMe! Vancouver and the City of Vancouver for a family-friendly ride before the big Earth Day celebration. Ride leaves from Marshall Center (1009 E. McLoughlin Blvd.) and loops 3.5 miles through the Reserve to the Old Apple Tree and back. Free bike map bandannas and blinky lights to all participants.
1:30-4:00pm North Williams Traffic Safety Open House
This is a crucial opportunity to view and influence plans for making this corridor work better for bicycles. At Immaculate Heart Church (2910 N. Williams Ave).
3:00 pm: Kidical Mass PDX – Piedmont Parks and Picnic
Departs at 3pm from Woodlawn park. 3.5 mile kid friendly pace ending in potluck picnic.
Filmed by Bike
Programs at 5, 7, 9pm. All ages show is 5pm, others are 21 and over.
Sunday, April 17th
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Estacada Time TrialDay of registration opens at 8:30am, first rider departs at 10:00am. Ten mile and 20 mile course. A very beginner-friendly event. If you’ve never tried a time trial, this is a great chance to do it!
10:00am: De Ronde Van West Portlandia
Challenge yourself (and hundreds of other masochists) on one of the most difficult one-day rides anywhere. The De Ronde covers 47 miles with nearly 20 climbs and a total of 7700 feet of climbing. Follow the lions!
Filmed by Bike
Programs at 5, 7, 9pm. All ages show is 5pm, others are 21 and over.
Monday, April 18th
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Monday night racing at PIR
Sponsored by River City Bicycles and promoted by Team Oregon, Monday night races at PIR are a fun and safe introduction to racing within a few miles of downtown Portland.
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What a HUGE weekend. Looking forward to Filmed By Bike Friday Night!!! One of my very favorite events of of the year.
I’m also looking forward to the Williams meeting Saturday and the Kidical Mass ride afterwards on Saturday.
It’s so great to be in Portland.
You forgot De Ronde Van West Portlandia 4/17/11. 47 miles 19+ Climbs with 7700 ft of Climbing ! Portland”s Best & Hardest one day Ride !
steve, I can neither confirm nor deny the existence of such an event…nor could I comment on it if such an event ever existed.
There will be a huge rockstar tent covering Clinton Street – WITH HEATERS! The Filmed by Bike Street Party will be off the hook We can’t wait to see everyone there.
I’m pretty sure I will be at the City of Vancouver Earth Day Family Ride to support the cause.