May 2017 Calendar

Tuesday May 2

Family Friendly

Purple & Yellow Night

Tuesday, May 2, 2017, 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Repeats: Every Tuesday

Meet At:

The Bike Kitchen
6138 Student Union Boulevard, Vancouver, BC

Contact Info:

e-mail
www.bikecoop.ca
604-822-2453
By: AMS Bike Co-op and Bike KitchenEvery Tuesday (except holidays – check our calendar for shop closures), we run Purple and Yellow Volunteer Night from 6pm to 9pm at the Bike Kitchen. Simply drop in (no registration required!) and help us fix up injured P&Y bikes, build new members of the fleet, and paint the bikes their signature hues.  No experience necessary – we have senior program leaders at every P&Y Volunteer Night to help you learn. People of all ages are welcome!Read comments and more

Wednesday May 3

WTQ Night

Wednesday, May 3, 2017, 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Repeats: First and Third Wednesday of every month

Meet At:

Our Community Bikes
2429 Main Street, Vancouver, BC

Contact Info:

www.facebook.com/events/47814...
604-879-2453
By: OCBWTQ (Women-Trans-Queer) Night is held from 6:30 to 9:30 pm on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month at Our Community Bikes at 2429 Main Street. Although we strive always to make Our Community Bikes a safer space for all people and genders, these shop hours specifically welcome people who have been marginalized by the bike industry as a whole because of their gender or sexual orientation. WTQ nights are staffed by women and gender variant mechanics. Our Community Bikes recognizes that bicycle shops and accessibility to mechanical knowledge is dominated by hetero cisgendered men. WTQ Night hopes to [more...]Read comments and more

Thursday May 4

Adults Only (19+)

Bike Rides Society

Thursday, May 4, 2017 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

Sunday May 7

Bring Money

24th Spring National Cruiser Ride and Bicycle Show 'N' Shine

Sunday, May 7, 2017, 10:00am - 6:00pm

Meet At:

Toxik Design Labratory
4-2900 Smith Street Richmond BC Canada V6X 2Z6

Contact Info:

By: Ski BootsEasy to get to, the event is just a couple hundred yards from the Bridgeport Sky train station, or just over the sky train bridge, enter at the foot of Cambie street and ride to our shop or take the car. Registration for the show and shine starts at 10am. All categories of bikes, vintage and custom. Trophies for best in category and best in show. Prizes also to be won. The cruiser ride to Iona beach leaves between noon and 1pm. Cake and fruit served after the ride. Awards and swag to be presented around 4pm. Join the bike [more...]Read comments and more

Soft Serve Sundays Bike Polo

Sunday, May 7, 2017 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

Tuesday May 9

Family Friendly

Purple & Yellow Night

Tuesday, May 9, 2017, 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Repeats: Every Tuesday

Meet At:

The Bike Kitchen
6138 Student Union Boulevard, Vancouver, BC

Contact Info:

e-mail
www.bikecoop.ca
604-822-2453
By: AMS Bike Co-op and Bike KitchenEvery Tuesday (except holidays – check our calendar for shop closures), we run Purple and Yellow Volunteer Night from 6pm to 9pm at the Bike Kitchen. Simply drop in (no registration required!) and help us fix up injured P&Y bikes, build new members of the fleet, and paint the bikes their signature hues.  No experience necessary – we have senior program leaders at every P&Y Volunteer Night to help you learn. People of all ages are welcome!Read comments and more

Wednesday May 10

Women & Queer Night

Wednesday, May 10, 2017, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Repeats: Second Wednesday of every month

Meet At:

The Bike Kitchen
6138 Student Union Boulevard

Contact Info:

e-mail
www.bikecoop.ca
By: AMS Bike Co-op and Bike KitchenLearn how to tune up your bike in a positive space for anyone who identifies as female and/or queer to learn about bike maintenance in a relaxed environment led by female and/or LGBTQ identified mechanics and volunteers. This is a great way to introduce yourself to the wonderful world of bike mechanics while eating pizza and listening to some great tunes. Bring your bike and some questions! All experience levels welcome.Read comments and more
Bring Money

OCB Members Night

Wednesday, May 10, 2017, 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Repeats: Second and Fourth Wednesday of every month

Meet At:

Our Community Bikes
2429 Main Street, Vancouver, BC

Contact Info:

www.facebook.com/events/59782...
604-879-2453
By: OCBThe second and fourth Wednesday night of each month, from 630 – 930 pm, Our Community Bikes members and volunteers get to use the shop for free! Perfect time to get your bike ready for spring and summer riding. Not a member yet? Its easy. The cost is $40. This gets you access to free shop time on member nights, 10% off used parts, a vote at our AGM, a one time free $5-$15 used part and the sweet satisfaction of knowing you are helping out your community bike shop!Read comments and more

Thursday May 11

Adults Only (19+)

Bike Rides Society

Thursday, May 11, 2017 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

Sunday May 14

Soft Serve Sundays Bike Polo

Sunday, May 14, 2017 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

Tuesday May 16

Family Friendly

Purple & Yellow Night

Tuesday, May 16, 2017, 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Repeats: Every Tuesday

Meet At:

The Bike Kitchen
6138 Student Union Boulevard, Vancouver, BC

Contact Info:

e-mail
www.bikecoop.ca
604-822-2453
By: AMS Bike Co-op and Bike KitchenEvery Tuesday (except holidays – check our calendar for shop closures), we run Purple and Yellow Volunteer Night from 6pm to 9pm at the Bike Kitchen. Simply drop in (no registration required!) and help us fix up injured P&Y bikes, build new members of the fleet, and paint the bikes their signature hues.  No experience necessary – we have senior program leaders at every P&Y Volunteer Night to help you learn. People of all ages are welcome!Read comments and more

Wednesday May 17

Family Friendly

Kids Bike Library

Wednesday, May 17, 2017, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Repeats: Every Wednesday

Meet At:

The Bike Kitchen
1896 East Mall, Vancouver, BC

Contact Info:

e-mail
www.bikecoop.ca/kids-bike-li...
6048822453
By: Cynthia WilliamsOn Wednesdays, the Kids Bike Library (KBL) runs out of The Bike Kitchen on Wednesdays from 10am – 6pm with free tune-ups for kids bikes from 4pm – 6pm. The KBL is similar to a regular library, but with bikes! On Wednesdays from 10am – 6pm at The Bike Kitchen, kids and youth can come trade a bike they have outgrown for one their size (includes bikes with 20” wheels or smaller). Unlike a regular library, you can keep the bike for as long as you need it without having to worry about renewing. Access to the Kids Bike Library [more...]Read comments and more

WTQ Night

Wednesday, May 17, 2017, 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Repeats: First and Third Wednesday of every month

Meet At:

Our Community Bikes
2429 Main Street, Vancouver, BC

Contact Info:

www.facebook.com/events/47814...
604-879-2453
By: OCBWTQ (Women-Trans-Queer) Night is held from 6:30 to 9:30 pm on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month at Our Community Bikes at 2429 Main Street. Although we strive always to make Our Community Bikes a safer space for all people and genders, these shop hours specifically welcome people who have been marginalized by the bike industry as a whole because of their gender or sexual orientation. WTQ nights are staffed by women and gender variant mechanics. Our Community Bikes recognizes that bicycle shops and accessibility to mechanical knowledge is dominated by hetero cisgendered men. WTQ Night hopes to [more...]Read comments and more

Thursday May 18

Adults Only (19+)

Bike Rides Society

Thursday, May 18, 2017 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

Tuesday May 23

Family Friendly

Purple & Yellow Night

Tuesday, May 23, 2017, 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Repeats: Every Tuesday

Meet At:

The Bike Kitchen
6138 Student Union Boulevard, Vancouver, BC

Contact Info:

e-mail
www.bikecoop.ca
604-822-2453
By: AMS Bike Co-op and Bike KitchenEvery Tuesday (except holidays – check our calendar for shop closures), we run Purple and Yellow Volunteer Night from 6pm to 9pm at the Bike Kitchen. Simply drop in (no registration required!) and help us fix up injured P&Y bikes, build new members of the fleet, and paint the bikes their signature hues.  No experience necessary – we have senior program leaders at every P&Y Volunteer Night to help you learn. People of all ages are welcome!Read comments and more

Wednesday May 24

Family Friendly

Kids Bike Library

Wednesday, May 24, 2017, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Repeats: Every Wednesday

Meet At:

The Bike Kitchen
1896 East Mall, Vancouver, BC

Contact Info:

e-mail
www.bikecoop.ca/kids-bike-li...
6048822453
By: Cynthia WilliamsOn Wednesdays, the Kids Bike Library (KBL) runs out of The Bike Kitchen on Wednesdays from 10am – 6pm with free tune-ups for kids bikes from 4pm – 6pm. The KBL is similar to a regular library, but with bikes! On Wednesdays from 10am – 6pm at The Bike Kitchen, kids and youth can come trade a bike they have outgrown for one their size (includes bikes with 20” wheels or smaller). Unlike a regular library, you can keep the bike for as long as you need it without having to worry about renewing. Access to the Kids Bike Library [more...]Read comments and more

LGBTQ2I Night @ The Bike Kitchen

Wednesday, May 24, 2017, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Repeats: Fourth Wednesday of every month

Meet At:

The Bike Kitchen
6138 Student Union Boulevard, Vancouver, BC

Contact Info:

e-mail
www.bikecoop.ca
By: AMS Bike Co-op and Bike KitchenLGBTQ2I Night provides a safe and positive space for anyone who identifies as LGBTQ2I to learn about bike maintenance in a relaxed environment led by a queer mechanics and volunteers. Bring your own bikes and fix them with our tools, come with questions and ask away, or learn by watching other folks work on their bikes. Beginners are always welcome! This event takes place on the fourth Wednesday of the month and is entirely FREE to attend and there will be FREE pizza.Read comments and more
Bring Money

OCB Members Night

Wednesday, May 24, 2017, 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Repeats: Second and Fourth Wednesday of every month

Meet At:

Our Community Bikes
2429 Main Street, Vancouver, BC

Contact Info:

www.facebook.com/events/59782...
604-879-2453
By: OCBThe second and fourth Wednesday night of each month, from 630 – 930 pm, Our Community Bikes members and volunteers get to use the shop for free! Perfect time to get your bike ready for spring and summer riding. Not a member yet? Its easy. The cost is $40. This gets you access to free shop time on member nights, 10% off used parts, a vote at our AGM, a one time free $5-$15 used part and the sweet satisfaction of knowing you are helping out your community bike shop!Read comments and more

Thursday May 25

Adults Only (19+)

Bike Rides Society

Thursday, May 25, 2017 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

Sunday May 28

Soft Serve Sundays Bike Polo

Sunday, May 28, 2017 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 29

Bike to Work Week

Monday, May 29, 2017, 6:00am - 6:00pm

Meet At:

Vancouver, BC

Contact Info:

e-mail
bikehub.ca/bike-events/...
604.558.2002
By: HUBBike to Work Week is a community event to celebrate bike commuting across Metro Vancouver! Visit over 75 Celebration Stations offering free drinks, snacks, bike mechanic services and great prizes. Why register? Along with winning more prizes, your logged trips help us work with local leaders to improve cycling infrastructure in your communities. Be part of the change and help make Metro Vancouver a happier, healthier place to live, work and play!Read comments and more
Family Friendly

Bike to School Week

Monday, May 29, 2017, 8:00am - 4:00pm

Meet At:

Metro Vancouver

Contact Info:

e-mail
bikehub.ca/bike-to-scho...
604.558.2002
By: HUBBike to School Week is a free, fun, week-long celebration for kids of all ages and abilities. It's a great way to build on your school's participation in our Bike to School courses, and helps reinforce kids' natural interest in cycling. Read on to learn more about the event! Bike to School Week coincides with Spring Bike to Work Week, May 29 – June 2, 2017. HUB coordinates the event in Metro Vancouver only. Check out Bike to Work BC for information about participating in other regions. Registration for Bike to School Week 2017 is now open! https://bikehub.ca/bike-to-school/bike-to-school-week/registerRead comments and more

Tuesday May 30

Bike to Work Week

Tuesday, May 30, 2017, 6:00am - 6:00pm

Meet At:

Vancouver, BC

Contact Info:

e-mail
bikehub.ca/bike-events/...
604.558.2002
By: HUBBike to Work Week is a community event to celebrate bike commuting across Metro Vancouver! Visit over 75 Celebration Stations offering free drinks, snacks, bike mechanic services and great prizes. Why register? Along with winning more prizes, your logged trips help us work with local leaders to improve cycling infrastructure in your communities. Be part of the change and help make Metro Vancouver a happier, healthier place to live, work and play!Read comments and more
Family Friendly

Bike to School Week

Tuesday, May 30, 2017, 8:00am - 4:00pm

Meet At:

Metro Vancouver

Contact Info:

e-mail
bikehub.ca/bike-to-scho...
604.558.2002
By: HUBBike to School Week is a free, fun, week-long celebration for kids of all ages and abilities. It's a great way to build on your school's participation in our Bike to School courses, and helps reinforce kids' natural interest in cycling. Read on to learn more about the event! Bike to School Week coincides with Spring Bike to Work Week, May 29 – June 2, 2017. HUB coordinates the event in Metro Vancouver only. Check out Bike to Work BC for information about participating in other regions. Registration for Bike to School Week 2017 is now open! https://bikehub.ca/bike-to-school/bike-to-school-week/registerRead comments and more

Union Cycle Tune Up Tuesdays

Tuesday, May 30, 2017, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Repeats: Last Tuesday of every month

Meet At:

Roundhouse Radio
714 Alexander Street, Vancouver

Contact Info:

e-mail
www.roundhouseradio.com/localevents/...
By: Lisa GirbavThe last Tuesday of every month, the master technicians from Union Street Cycle set up shop at Roundhouse Radio to perform a no-charge mini tune-up for your bike during the Janice and Cory afternoon show. And, if you hook up and register with the VPD’s “Project 529” bike recovery app, you can ride by and pick up your ID badge.Read comments and more
Family Friendly

Purple & Yellow Night

Tuesday, May 30, 2017, 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Repeats: Every Tuesday

Meet At:

The Bike Kitchen
6138 Student Union Boulevard, Vancouver, BC

Contact Info:

e-mail
www.bikecoop.ca
604-822-2453
By: AMS Bike Co-op and Bike KitchenEvery Tuesday (except holidays – check our calendar for shop closures), we run Purple and Yellow Volunteer Night from 6pm to 9pm at the Bike Kitchen. Simply drop in (no registration required!) and help us fix up injured P&Y bikes, build new members of the fleet, and paint the bikes their signature hues.  No experience necessary – we have senior program leaders at every P&Y Volunteer Night to help you learn. People of all ages are welcome!Read comments and more

Wednesday May 31

Bike to Work Week

Wednesday, May 31, 2017, 6:00am - 6:00pm

Meet At:

Vancouver, BC

Contact Info:

e-mail
bikehub.ca/bike-events/...
604.558.2002
By: HUBBike to Work Week is a community event to celebrate bike commuting across Metro Vancouver! Visit over 75 Celebration Stations offering free drinks, snacks, bike mechanic services and great prizes. Why register? Along with winning more prizes, your logged trips help us work with local leaders to improve cycling infrastructure in your communities. Be part of the change and help make Metro Vancouver a happier, healthier place to live, work and play!Read comments and more
Family Friendly

Bike to School Week

Wednesday, May 31, 2017, 8:00am - 4:00pm

Meet At:

Metro Vancouver

Contact Info:

e-mail
bikehub.ca/bike-to-scho...
604.558.2002
By: HUBBike to School Week is a free, fun, week-long celebration for kids of all ages and abilities. It's a great way to build on your school's participation in our Bike to School courses, and helps reinforce kids' natural interest in cycling. Read on to learn more about the event! Bike to School Week coincides with Spring Bike to Work Week, May 29 – June 2, 2017. HUB coordinates the event in Metro Vancouver only. Check out Bike to Work BC for information about participating in other regions. Registration for Bike to School Week 2017 is now open! https://bikehub.ca/bike-to-school/bike-to-school-week/registerRead comments and more
Family Friendly

Kids Bike Library

Wednesday, May 31, 2017, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Repeats: Every Wednesday

Meet At:

The Bike Kitchen
1896 East Mall, Vancouver, BC

Contact Info:

e-mail
www.bikecoop.ca/kids-bike-li...
6048822453
By: Cynthia WilliamsOn Wednesdays, the Kids Bike Library (KBL) runs out of The Bike Kitchen on Wednesdays from 10am – 6pm with free tune-ups for kids bikes from 4pm – 6pm. The KBL is similar to a regular library, but with bikes! On Wednesdays from 10am – 6pm at The Bike Kitchen, kids and youth can come trade a bike they have outgrown for one their size (includes bikes with 20” wheels or smaller). Unlike a regular library, you can keep the bike for as long as you need it without having to worry about renewing. Access to the Kids Bike Library [more...]Read comments and more

Velopalooza Ideas Meeting!

Wednesday, May 31, 2017 at 6:30pm

Meet At:

Creative Coworkers
343 Railway St., Vancouver

Contact Info:

e-mail
www.facebook.com/events/27934...
By: VelopaloozaDo you have ideas for Velopalooza this year? Are you thinking of doing a ride? Come to our meeting! Velopalooza is Friday, June 9 to Sunday, June 25. Come out and meet the Velopalooza team, and help us make Velopalooza more popular and tun! Creative Coworkers, our meeting space, has secure indoor bike parking. To get in, buzz #010, and use the elevator to bring your bike downstairs where the bike parking and meeting space is. All ideas welcome!Read comments and more