May 2016 Calendar

Sunday May 1

MEC North Van Meet-up Road Ride

Sunday, May 1, 2016, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Repeats: Every Sunday

Meet At:

MEC North Vancouver
212 Brooksbank Avenue, North Vancouver, BC

Contact Info:

e-mail
events.mec.ca/event/41121/...
604-990-4417
By: NicolaLike to ride? So do we! Come join us Sunday mornings for a free group ride. Rides are open to all cyclists with road bikes who can maintain a minimum speed of 20km/hr and are comfortable riding in traffic. Typical rides will be 2-3 hrs. No-drop rides = No rider left behind.Read comments and more

MEC Langely Meet-up Ride

Sunday, May 1, 2016, 9:30am - 10:30am
Repeats: Every Sunday

Meet At:

MEC Langley
200th St and Langley Bypass Langley, BC

Contact Info:

events.mec.ca/event/59866/...
604-534-4570
By: MEC LangleyLike to ride? So do we! Join us every Sunday for our free meet-up road ride. Rides are open to all cyclists with road bikes who can maintain a minimum speed of 20km/hr and are comfortable riding in traffic. Typical rides will be 90 minutes. No-drop rides = No rider left behind.Read comments and more

MEC Vancouver Meet-up Ride

Sunday, May 1, 2016 at 9:30am
Repeats: Every Sunday

Meet At:

Mountain Equipment Co-op
130 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC

Contact Info:

www.meetup.com/MEC-Meetup-R...
By: MEC VancouverCome join us for a fun and free ride through Vancouver! Each week we will take you on a tour through some of the best road-riding the city has to offer. Rides will be tailored to suit the abilities and comfort levels of those in attendance. Bring a friend or come out to make a friend who loves riding as much as you do! We started offering rides for beginners as well as intermediate riders, ranging from 20-60km. Please note, you must bring your own bike and all related cycling gear to the meet-up ride! Please come prepared with the [more...]Read comments and more

Tuesday May 3

Purple and Yellow Volunteer Night

Tuesday, May 3, 2016, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Repeats: Every Tuesday

Meet At:

The Bike Kitchen
6138 Student Union Boulevard, Vancouver, BC

Contact Info:

e-mail
bikecoop.ca/programs/cal...
604-827-7333
http://thebikekitchen.com
By: Bike KitchenCome help us work on our famed Purple and Yellow bike share fleet!  From building, maintenance to painting the bikes with their signature colours, its a fun way to get involved and learn about bike mechanics. No experience needed – we'll teach you!  All volunteers are provided with a free pizza dinner. Rad!Read comments and more

Monday May 16

Velopalooza Rides Ideas Meeting

Monday, May 16, 2016 at 7:30pm

Meet At:

Trout Lake Park
3350 Victoria Drive, Vancouver, BC
Notes: The south-east of the park, in or near the picnic gazebo

Contact Info:

e-mail
www.facebook.com/events/24092...
By: VelopaloozaDo you have an idea for the up coming Velopalooza festival? Are you thinking of doing one or more rides? Velopalooza is two week DIY festival running form June 10 to 16, 2016. Come to our organizing meeting this Monday to present your ideas and find out more! All ideas are welcome!Read comments and more

Tuesday May 17

East Van Bike Polo: Women and Gender Queer Night

Tuesday, May 17, 2016, 6:00pm - 9:00pm. (or until dark)
Repeats: Third Tuesday of every month

Meet At:

Grandview Park Polo Court
Commercial Drive at Charles

Contact Info:

e-mail
www.facebook.com/events/10243...
By: JackieWe're always looking for new people to try bike polo and maybe, just maybe, fall in love with it like we did and join us more regularly (but let’s not get ahead of ourselves, here…) This is part of our monthly Women and Gender Queer Night, to provide a positive space for any new players who are women (trans and cis) and/or gender queer-identified (non-binary individuals who identify with women's community). If you are even the least bit curious about bike polo, this is the night to try it and meet some great people. You're also welcome to come watch. [more...]Read comments and more

Sunday May 22

Soft Serve Sundays Bike Polo

Sunday, May 22, 2016 at 1:00pm. Games usually wrap up in the late afternoon/early evening, depending on number and keenness of attendees.
Repeats: Every Sunday

Meet At:

Grandview Park
Commercial Dr & Charles St, Vancouver, BC
Notes: Polo court at the west side of the park

Contact Info:

e-mail
www.facebook.com/groups/evbpn...
By: East Van Bike PoloSoft Serve Sundays is East Van Bike Polo's program for newer and casual players, held at Grandview Park on Sundays from 1 PM onwards, weather permitting. Court time for new players is prioritized, although regulars will be on hand to provide loaner gear and nerd out about polo. You can play a few non-competitive games of pick-up, or just to say hi and check things out. Bring your friends, too! To start playing, you should be able to ride a bike with one hand. You can use your own bike, or borrow one at the court. Mallets will be provided [more...]Read comments and more

Thursday May 26

Adults Only (19+)

Bike Rides Society

Thursday, May 26, 2016 at 8:00pm. Meet at 8, Ride at 8:30.
Repeats: Every Thursday

Meet At:

Dude Chilling Park
2390 Brunswick Street
Notes: Meet by the big tree near the garden. Look for the bike pack.

Contact Info:

www.facebook.com/groups/BikeR...
By: The PrigA weekly follow the leader adventure through all the streets you never knew existed. All levels welcome, all riders desired; no one gets left behind!  BYO-whatever you need for a night on two wheels.Read comments and more

Saturday May 28

Family Friendly

MEC North Vancouver's Bikefest

Saturday, May 28, 2016, 11:00am - 5:00pm

Meet At:

Inter River Park
1301 Premier Street & Lillooet Road

Contact Info:

e-mail
events.mec.ca/node/100446/
604-990-4417
By: Shannon PenwayWE LOVE BIKES, AND WE'RE THROWING A PARTY IN THEIR HONOUR. Come join the fun and connect with you local cycling community. You can try out gear, test ride a new bike, browse exhibitors' booths, score deals at the MEC Bikeswap, or learn skills at a bike clinic. There'll also be bike races, performers, entertainment, food vendors and kids' activities. Bring your bike, your family, and your riding buddies, and embrace the awesomeness of wheelsRead comments and more

Sunday May 29

Family Friendly

Kits Farmers Market Ride ~ Vancouver Family Biking

Sunday, May 29, 2016 at 10:00am. Meet at 10, ride at 10:30

Meet At:

Major Matthews Park
W 10th Ave & Manitoba

Contact Info:

e-mail
www.facebook.com/events/87201...
By: SpokesmamaJoin Vancouver Family Biking for a relaxed ride down 10th Ave to the Kitsilano Farmers Market. We'll meet at Major Matthews Park (on Manitoba street between W 10th & 11th Ave) at 10am, ride starts at 10:30am. This ride is a great chance to meet other families, chat about family biking, & maybe even test ride a cargo bike or other family biking gear.Read comments and more

Bike Wash 2016

Sunday, May 29, 2016, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Meet At:

Landyachtz Factory Store
1146 Union St, Vancouver, BC V6A 2C6

Contact Info:

www.facebook.com/events/15221...
By: Jennifer BraydenBiking season is upon us! And, Velopalooza is at it again with our annual Bike Wash.  This year we're teaming up with the fine folks at Landyachtz to bring you an event not to be missed.  We'll have some of our loveliest volunteers on hand to clean away the winter mud and muck, while the Landyachtz mechanics take care of those squeaks and creaks The Landyachtz chefs will also be grilling up a storm, so enjoy a bite while you wait. Win-win-win! Come on down, and get your bike ready to look and run it's best, just in time for [more...]Read comments and more

Soft Serve Sundays Bike Polo

Sunday, May 29, 2016 at 1:00pm. Games usually wrap up in the late afternoon/early evening, depending on number and keenness of attendees.
Repeats: Every Sunday

Meet At:

Grandview Park
Commercial Dr & Charles St, Vancouver, BC
Notes: Polo court at the west side of the park

Contact Info:

e-mail
www.facebook.com/groups/evbpn...
By: East Van Bike PoloSoft Serve Sundays is East Van Bike Polo's program for newer and casual players, held at Grandview Park on Sundays from 1 PM onwards, weather permitting. Court time for new players is prioritized, although regulars will be on hand to provide loaner gear and nerd out about polo. You can play a few non-competitive games of pick-up, or just to say hi and check things out. Bring your friends, too! To start playing, you should be able to ride a bike with one hand. You can use your own bike, or borrow one at the court. Mallets will be provided [more...]Read comments and more

Monday May 30

Bike to Work Week

Monday, May 30, 2016 at 6:00am. Times vary. See website for details.
Repeats: May 30 - June 5

Meet At:

HUB Cycling
1-828 West 8th Avenue, Vancouver, BC

Contact Info:

e-mail
bikehub.ca/bike-events/...
604-558-2002
https://www.facebook.com/events/1575700262744807/
By: HUB CyclingSign up FREE today at www.bikehub.ca/btww for a chance to win tons of prizes including new bikes each day and a trip for 2 to Amsterdam on KLM! There'll also be free coffee, treats and bike repairs at over 60 locations throughout Metro Vancouver as well as a free outdoor BBQ near Science World. The catch? Just get on your bike and ride. Bike to work often? Help introduce it to your co-workers – start a team, or get your company to sign up for HUB workplace cycling workshops. After you register, spread the word with resources for your workplace, [more...]Read comments and more

Tuesday May 31

Bike to Work Week

Tuesday, May 31, 2016 at 6:00am. Times vary. See website for details.
Repeats: May 30 - June 5

Meet At:

HUB Cycling
1-828 West 8th Avenue, Vancouver, BC

Contact Info:

e-mail
bikehub.ca/bike-events/...
604-558-2002
https://www.facebook.com/events/1575700262744807/
By: HUB CyclingSign up FREE today at www.bikehub.ca/btww for a chance to win tons of prizes including new bikes each day and a trip for 2 to Amsterdam on KLM! There'll also be free coffee, treats and bike repairs at over 60 locations throughout Metro Vancouver as well as a free outdoor BBQ near Science World. The catch? Just get on your bike and ride. Bike to work often? Help introduce it to your co-workers – start a team, or get your company to sign up for HUB workplace cycling workshops. After you register, spread the word with resources for your workplace, [more...]Read comments and more