July 2017 Calendar


Sunday July 2

Soft Serve Sundays Bike Polo

Sunday, July 2, 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
Notes: Polo court at the west side of the park
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

Wednesday July 5

Family Friendly

Kids Bike Library

Wednesday, July 5, 2017, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Repeats: Every Wednesday

Meet At:

The Bike Kitchen
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

Thursday July 6

Adults Only (19+)

Bike Rides Society

Thursday, July 6, 2017 at 8:00pm. Meet at 8, Ride at 8:30.
Repeats: Every Thursday

Meet At:

Dude Chilling Park
Notes: Meet by the big tree near the garden. Look for the bike pack.
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 July 9

Car Free Day On The Drive

Sunday, July 9, 2017, 12:00pm - 7:00pm
By: Car Free DayCommercial Drive is a creative and eclectic neighbourhood east of downtown. There are many unique shopping, food and entertainment destinations, and the community has a love for its heritage history. Our festival stretches across 15 blocks featuring amazing local artisans, musicians, community activities, delicious food, tons of entertainment and activities for all ages. As the place that Car Free Day began, Commercial Drive stays true to its grassroots beginnings and the story behind the festival. There is a strong message of advocacy and activism for providing car free spaces and green culture for the community. Translink has generously re-routed transit [more...]Read comments and more

Soft Serve Sundays Bike Polo

Sunday, July 9, 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
Notes: Polo court at the west side of the park
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

Wednesday July 12

Family Friendly

Kids Bike Library

Wednesday, July 12, 2017, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Repeats: Every Wednesday

Meet At:

The Bike Kitchen
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

Women & Queer Night

Wednesday, July 12, 2017, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Repeats: every 2nd wednesday
By: CynthiaLearn how to tune up your bike in a positive space for trans women, cis women, queer and genderqueer folks in a relaxed environment led by female and/or LGBTQ2I 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. //Location// Never been to The Bike Kitchen? We've moved and are now located at 1896 East Mall, in front of Brock Hall and IKB Library. Follow our signs to get there! This event [more...]Read comments and more

Thursday July 13

Adults Only (19+)

Bike Rides Society

Thursday, July 13, 2017 at 8:00pm. Meet at 8, Ride at 8:30.
Repeats: Every Thursday

Meet At:

Dude Chilling Park
Notes: Meet by the big tree near the garden. Look for the bike pack.
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 July 16

Training 2 Train - Learn to Ride Series

Sunday, July 16, 2017, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Repeats: June 18, July 16, August 13

Meet At:

Bicycle Sports Pacific
By: Escape Velocity Cycling ClubTake your race training skills to the next level with Escape Velocity's Training 2 Train" ride sessions. In this course: Improve your fitness, your power on the bike with practice, and on the bike training with coach Barb Z Morris, on how to train for speed and stamina. This will be a moderate to hard session, for new and moderately skilled bike riders. If you have never ‘trained’ before, this is for you! Training 2 Train Clinic Dates: June 18, July 16, August 13 CLINIC NEED-TO-KNOWS – Each clinic in the Learn to Ride Series (Basics, Cornering, Hills, or Training) [more...]Read comments and more

Soft Serve Sundays Bike Polo

Sunday, July 16, 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
Notes: Polo court at the west side of the park
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

Wednesday July 19

Family Friendly

Kids Bike Library

Wednesday, July 19, 2017, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Repeats: Every Wednesday

Meet At:

The Bike Kitchen
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

Thursday July 20

Adults Only (19+)

Bike Rides Society

Thursday, July 20, 2017 at 8:00pm. Meet at 8, Ride at 8:30.
Repeats: Every Thursday

Meet At:

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

Friday July 21

Bring Money

Bike to Shop Days

Friday, July 21, 2017, 11:00am - 6:00pm
Repeats: July 21 to July 23
By: HUB CyclingAn entire weekend of shopping, prizes, discounts and ways to show your support and help make Vancouver a more bike-friendly city! BONUS: REGISTRATION IS FREE! From Friday, July 21st through to Sunday, July 23rd ride to and shop at your favorite local businesses to join in on the fun. HUB Cycling will be hosting celebration sites near popular shopping districts where people can stop for free snacks, giveaways, prizes, bike repairs and tips on how to carry shopping items by bike. We have also partnered with several local businesses to bring you some AWESOME DISCOUNTS. Get involved and WIN PRIZES [more...]Read comments and more

Saturday July 22

Bring Money

Bike to Shop Days

Saturday, July 22, 2017, 11:00am - 6:00pm
Repeats: July 21 to July 23
By: HUB CyclingAn entire weekend of shopping, prizes, discounts and ways to show your support and help make Vancouver a more bike-friendly city! BONUS: REGISTRATION IS FREE! From Friday, July 21st through to Sunday, July 23rd ride to and shop at your favorite local businesses to join in on the fun. HUB Cycling will be hosting celebration sites near popular shopping districts where people can stop for free snacks, giveaways, prizes, bike repairs and tips on how to carry shopping items by bike. We have also partnered with several local businesses to bring you some AWESOME DISCOUNTS. Get involved and WIN PRIZES [more...]Read comments and more

Sunday July 23

Riding Basics - Learn to Ride Series

Sunday, July 23, 2017, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Repeats: June 25, and July 23

Meet At:

Bicycle Sports Pacific

Contact Info:

By: Escape Velocity Cycling ClubLearn the foundation of road riding with "Riding Basics" class passes, part of the "Learn to Ride" clinic series hosted by Escape Velocity Cycling Club. If you are brand new to road riding, we recommend you start with this clinic. Be confident on your ride with bike handling skills for the new rider. Know your gears, when and how to shift. Learn to brake and corner. Position yourself on the bike for best balance and pedaling, for climbing and descending. Enjoy riding with your friends or for participating in fondo’s with group riding know how. Coach Barb Z Morris shares [more...]Read comments and more
Bring Money

Bike to Shop Days

Sunday, July 23, 2017, 11:00am - 6:00pm
Repeats: July 21 to July 23
By: HUB CyclingAn entire weekend of shopping, prizes, discounts and ways to show your support and help make Vancouver a more bike-friendly city! BONUS: REGISTRATION IS FREE! From Friday, July 21st through to Sunday, July 23rd ride to and shop at your favorite local businesses to join in on the fun. HUB Cycling will be hosting celebration sites near popular shopping districts where people can stop for free snacks, giveaways, prizes, bike repairs and tips on how to carry shopping items by bike. We have also partnered with several local businesses to bring you some AWESOME DISCOUNTS. Get involved and WIN PRIZES [more...]Read comments and more

Soft Serve Sundays Bike Polo

Sunday, July 23, 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
Notes: Polo court at the west side of the park
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

Wednesday July 26

Family Friendly

Kids Bike Library

Wednesday, July 26, 2017, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Repeats: Every Wednesday

Meet At:

The Bike Kitchen
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, July 26, 2017, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Repeats: Fourth Wednesday of every month
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

Thursday July 27

Adults Only (19+)

Bike Rides Society

Thursday, July 27, 2017 at 8:00pm. Meet at 8, Ride at 8:30.
Repeats: Every Thursday

Meet At:

Dude Chilling Park
Notes: Meet by the big tree near the garden. Look for the bike pack.
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 July 30

Soft Serve Sundays Bike Polo

Sunday, July 30, 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
Notes: Polo court at the west side of the park
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