BikeFest launches this year’s cycling season in Mississauga

As part of Mississauga’s 50th anniversary, the City is hosting BikeFest on Saturday, May 11 at Mississauga Celebration Square from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This free community event will be filled with fun and interactive cycling activities for all ages. From skills and drills sessions to bike servicing, family-friendly activities and exploring various active transportation options, there’s something for everyone.

It’s a fantastic opportunity to come together as a community, promote healthy living and have a great time outdoors with your friends and family. Don’t forget to bring your bike if you have one, but even if you don’t, get ready to enjoy delicious food, vibrant colors and lively music.

Event details

What:

The City is hosting BikeFest, a free community event for all-ages to celebrate cycling where you can learn more about biking, meet others in your community and have a fun-filled day.

Some highlights of Bikefest include:

• Getting your bicycle tuned up by an expert
• Taking part in a skills and drills session (for children)
• Joining a skills training workshop (for adults)
• Taking part in a bicycle-decorating contest
• Trying out e-bikes and e-scooters

Where/When:

BikeFest is taking place on Saturday, May 11 at Mississauga Celebration Square from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

To help reduce carbon emissions and get outdoor exercise, consider riding your bike to BikeFest. Use the City’s cycling map to map out your route. If you’re unable to bike the full way, consider using MiWay to get partway there and then bike the rest of the way.

Join the 50 for 50 challenge

As part of Mississauga’s 50th anniversary, we are encouraging residents to give back to the community by participating in the 50 for 50 challenge. You can do your part by showing your appreciation for the benefits of cycling – whether you bike 50-kilometres or bike for 50-minutes to help reduce your carbon emissions or simply stay active. Once you complete the challenge, download your 50 for 50 certificate to show off your civic pride.

To learn more about BikeFest, visit mississauga.ca/bikefest

Learn more about cycling in Mississauga: mississauga.ca/cycling

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• Active Transportation
• Cycling
• Things to Do