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Welcome to Cycling Week in Kingston 2024
“It’s not just riding them that makes bicycles a connection between us and our humanity; it’s the emotional trigger to our experiences when we see one being ridden, or in art form, or used in advertising, or even rusting along the side of a road.” ~ H. Cain
Cycling Week in Kingston is designed to be a community participation event for cyclists and non-cyclists alike; meaning, we want to include anyone and any organization or business who is willing to help celebrate bicycles and cycling for any and all reasons! Bicycles are not just for riding, they are portrayed and used is many everyday ways. Artists, advertisers, even musicians have connections with bicycles. Check out this video from 1963. People cycle for transportation, recreation, personal health and fitness, environmental reasons, economic reasons, and combinations of these and many other reasons. The City of Kingston continues to be one of the best places in Canada for bicyclists. The combined efforts by the City and community in areas such as education, infrastructure, and general awareness regarding cycling is something to be celebrated!
Check out the activities and events for Cycling Week in Kingston 2024 below, come back for updates AND look for Cycling Week promotions and specials at the end of this page. Don't forget to follow us on social media @cyclekingston. If you would like to have an event or activity listed for this year, please send an email to [email protected].
Cheers to bicycles!
Hal Cain, Events Director
Cycle Kingston
P.S. The hashtag for Cycling Week in Kingston is #CyclingWeekYGK
P.S.S. Cycling Week Specials can be found at the bottom of this page! Please support these cycle-minded businesses!
Check out the activities and events for Cycling Week in Kingston 2024 below, come back for updates AND look for Cycling Week promotions and specials at the end of this page. Don't forget to follow us on social media @cyclekingston. If you would like to have an event or activity listed for this year, please send an email to [email protected].
Cheers to bicycles!
Hal Cain, Events Director
Cycle Kingston
P.S. The hashtag for Cycling Week in Kingston is #CyclingWeekYGK
P.S.S. Cycling Week Specials can be found at the bottom of this page! Please support these cycle-minded businesses!
A bit of History
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Cycling is a great way to commute, be generally active, and help save our environment. It's also a fantastic way to enjoy the beauty of Kingston! Cycling Week in Kingston has been happening since 2003 and has been organized by Cycle Kingston since 2004. The City of Kingston has recognized Cycling Week with an annual official proclamation.
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Cycling Week 2024
What's Happening!
Friday, May 31st
Ride with Mayor Patterson 7 a.m. - 8 a.m.
Ride to City Hall on the K&P Trail with Mayor Paterson. Starting at INVISTA Centre beside CaraCo Field at 7:05 a.m. and arriving around 8:00 a.m. behind City Hall at Springer Market Square. There will be two other “join in” locations on-route. Stay around after the ride to chat with the mayor, and light refreshments.
Click here to download the map for times and route information.
Ride to City Hall on the K&P Trail with Mayor Paterson. Starting at INVISTA Centre beside CaraCo Field at 7:05 a.m. and arriving around 8:00 a.m. behind City Hall at Springer Market Square. There will be two other “join in” locations on-route. Stay around after the ride to chat with the mayor, and light refreshments.
Click here to download the map for times and route information.
Saturday, June 1st
Gear Up! for Cycling Week and the Commuter Challenge: Tune-ups and Check-ups 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Gear Up! Recycled Bikes will be doing bicycle tune-ups and safety checks on Saturday June 3rd at their shop location, 559 Bagot Street, parking lot in the back of the building. Drop-ins are welcome, but sign up in advance to guarantee a time slot at www.gearupkingston.ca/events. This service is free, but with a suggested donation of $30 per bike.
Gear Up! Recycled Bikes will be doing bicycle tune-ups and safety checks on Saturday June 3rd at their shop location, 559 Bagot Street, parking lot in the back of the building. Drop-ins are welcome, but sign up in advance to guarantee a time slot at www.gearupkingston.ca/events. This service is free, but with a suggested donation of $30 per bike.
Sunday, June 2nd
The Memorial Centre Farmers' Market celebrates Kingston Cycling 9a.m. - 2p.m.
Start the week in style with bike-themed activities run by Yellow Bike Action, Cycle Kingston, Frontenac Cycle, and more! Get a mini tune-up, wee-ones can learn some new bike safety skills, and bling up your wheels at the decoration station in the Arts Tent! Complimentary Roll-in Breakfast 9:00-10:30am for market goers who bring their bike up to the Cycle Kingston tent.
Start the week in style with bike-themed activities run by Yellow Bike Action, Cycle Kingston, Frontenac Cycle, and more! Get a mini tune-up, wee-ones can learn some new bike safety skills, and bling up your wheels at the decoration station in the Arts Tent! Complimentary Roll-in Breakfast 9:00-10:30am for market goers who bring their bike up to the Cycle Kingston tent.
Monday, June 3rd
Roll-in-Breakfast hosted by St. Lawrence College Footprint/Sustainability
7:30 - 9:30 a.m.
Start the Monday of Cycling Week with a roll-in-breakfast courtesy of SLC Footprint, an initiative by St. Lawrence College Sustainability to help our planet!
Roll up to the main doors at Kingston's St. Lawrence College campus on Portsmouth Ave for some light breakfast to celebrate the beginning of Cycling Week.
Start of Commuter Challenge (June 2-8)
Sustainable Kingston is spearheading the Commuter Challenge in Kingston this year - June 2th through 8th. There are opportunities to sign-up for the Challenge at Roll-in-Breakfasts during Cycling Week. For more information and to register now, click here.
Sustainable Kingston is spearheading the Commuter Challenge in Kingston this year - June 2th through 8th. There are opportunities to sign-up for the Challenge at Roll-in-Breakfasts during Cycling Week. For more information and to register now, click here.
World Bicycle Day Celebration Gathering 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. (Lake Ontario Park Pavilion)
Ride to Lake Ontario Park to meet other bicyclists in recognition of the 7th U.N. Declared World Bicycle Day! Mix and mingle with cycling enthusiasts as a show of unity on WBD! There will be a short reading followed by “open mic” to share cycling tells. WBD buttons available while they last. For more information on World Bicycle Day, click here.
Ride to Lake Ontario Park to meet other bicyclists in recognition of the 7th U.N. Declared World Bicycle Day! Mix and mingle with cycling enthusiasts as a show of unity on WBD! There will be a short reading followed by “open mic” to share cycling tells. WBD buttons available while they last. For more information on World Bicycle Day, click here.
Tuesday, June 4th
Roll-in-Breakfast hosted by Queen's University
7:30 - 9:30 a.m.
Stop by the corner of Union St. and University Ave. on your bicycle to enjoy a breakfast courtesy of Queen's University.
7:30 - 9:30 a.m.
Stop by the corner of Union St. and University Ave. on your bicycle to enjoy a breakfast courtesy of Queen's University.
Thursday, June 6th
Roll-in-Breakfast hosted by Kingston Frontenac Public Library and Sustainable Kingston 7:30-9:30 a.m.
Cycle commuting to or from the east side of the Cataraqui River? Book your trip and stop by the KFPL Pittsburgh Branch (80 Gore Road, at Waaban Crossing) and sustain yourself for your ride in with coffee and breakfast goods.
Roll-in-Breakfast hosted by Kingston Frontenac Public Library and Sustainable Kingston 7:30-9:30 a.m.
Cycle commuting to or from the east side of the Cataraqui River? Book your trip and stop by the KFPL Pittsburgh Branch (80 Gore Road, at Waaban Crossing) and sustain yourself for your ride in with coffee and breakfast goods.
Friday, June 7th
Roll-in-Breakfast hosted by Cycle Kingston
7:30-9:30 a.m.
Pedal to Springer Market Square on your way to school, work, or for whatever reason, to enjoy a breakfast courtesy of Cycle Kingston.
7:30-9:30 a.m.
Pedal to Springer Market Square on your way to school, work, or for whatever reason, to enjoy a breakfast courtesy of Cycle Kingston.
Cycling Week Specials / Promotions
(click on logo or pic for more info)
Trek Bicycle Kingston
710 Front Road
Cycling Week Discount of 15% off all in-store Lights, Locks & Helmets! See and be seen! Lock it or loose it. Use your head and protect your brain!
710 Front Road
Cycling Week Discount of 15% off all in-store Lights, Locks & Helmets! See and be seen! Lock it or loose it. Use your head and protect your brain!
Rick’s Bike Repair
400 Elliott Avenue, Unit 8
In honour of Cycling Week in Kingston, Rick’s is pleased to offer 25% off instore purchase of in-stock ABUS locks, Cateye lights, and Lazer Helmets. By appointment only. Email: [email protected].
400 Elliott Avenue, Unit 8
In honour of Cycling Week in Kingston, Rick’s is pleased to offer 25% off instore purchase of in-stock ABUS locks, Cateye lights, and Lazer Helmets. By appointment only. Email: [email protected].
Fine Balance Brewing Co.
677 Innovation Drive, Unit 4
Motion is crucial for keeping your balance while riding, and after? Stop by on your bicycle during Cycling Week in Kingston for a $5 FIRST PINT at Fine Balance and celebrate!
677 Innovation Drive, Unit 4
Motion is crucial for keeping your balance while riding, and after? Stop by on your bicycle during Cycling Week in Kingston for a $5 FIRST PINT at Fine Balance and celebrate!
Pedal Works Cafe
1412 Princess Street
Get 10 consecutive days of classes for only $30, plus a free ramp power test! This offer will be available for the duration of Cycle Week, ending on June 7th- get it while you can!
1412 Princess Street
Get 10 consecutive days of classes for only $30, plus a free ramp power test! This offer will be available for the duration of Cycle Week, ending on June 7th- get it while you can!
Supporters and Organizers
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For questions regarding Cycling Week, please contact Cycle Kingston's Events Director, Hal Cain at [email protected]
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