Bike Day in Prospect Park

Join a community day of cycling in Brooklyn’s Backyard with Prospect Park Alliance, Park Slope Civic Council, Bike New York, Kissena Cycling Club, New York Cycling Club, CM Hanif Workers Justice Project, 78th Precinct, NYPD, Good Neighbors of Park Slope, Transportation Alternatives and NYP Methodist! Whether you’re new to cycling, a delivery worker, a parent, or a seasoned commuter—this event has something for everyone at this family-friendly and educational afternoon.

RSVP to join Bike Day in Prospect Park! Please note that some rides require registration on a separate Eventbrite or form, linked below, to secure a spot. All activities and rides will meet at the Bartel Pritchard Entrance to Prospect Park (15th Street and Prospect Park West).

Featured Activities + Education Materials:

  • Children’s bicycle helmet + bike light giveaways while supplies last
  • Bike infrastructure conversations
  • Cyclist protocol + safety conversations
  • Free minor bicycle repairs
  • NYC bicycle maps
  • Delivery worker support + protocol
  • Children’s bike-related projects
  • Guided beginner rides (registration required)
  • Children’s Learn-to-Ride workshop (registration required)
  • Navigating different kinds of cyclists

Plus, kick off the community day of cycling with a “Rules of the Road” class on Zoom on Wednesday, May 28 for adults and mature teens to better understand the rules of the road. Register to join the “Rules of the Road” class.

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Children’s Learn-to-Ride Workshop – 2:30–4:30 PM

Join a learn-to-ride workshop for children learning to ride a bike for the first time. Please note that registration with Bike New York is required to join this ride and that bikes and helmets are not provided. Parents/Guardians must provide your child’s bike and helmet and a parent or guardian must remain with the child for the duration of the ride.

Bike New York will have preregistration available 10 days in advance. A waiver is also required and will be sent by Bike New York after registration.

Register today for the Children’s Learn to Ride Workshop.

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Adult Group Ride – 2 – 4 pm

Join a guided casual-paced group ride with a community focus around Prospect Park and Prospect Park West. Learn safe riding routes, etiquette and protocol for respectful cycling in the park. Please note that registration with Kissena Cycling is required to join this ride and that bikes and helmets are not provided.

There will be three sessions with 20 spots each. Please make sure to arrive 10 minutes before ride time.

Register today for an adult group ride session.

  • Group A: 2:00 PM
  • Group B: 3:00 PM
  • Group C: 4:00 PM

Want to volunteer, donate helmets, or bicycle lights? Contact events@parkslopeciviccouncil.org