Bike Alliance meetings, happy hours, and special events are listed below.

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Handlebar Happy Hour
Jul
16

Handlebar Happy Hour

Join us for a wheelie fun evening as we celebrate our love for bikes, summer, and fresh air!
Meet fellow bike enthusiasts at Lowertown Bar and Café for good vibes, great company, and the perfect summer hangout.

Details:
🗓 Date: Wednesday, July 16
🕒 Time: 5:00 pm – 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Lowertown Bar and Café

What to Expect:

  • Delicious drinks available for purchase

  • A welcoming atmosphere for families and newcomers

  • Making new friends and reconnecting with old ones.

Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or just starting to explore Washtenaw on two wheels, bring your questions and curiosity! We’ll help you connect with fellow riders and resources.

So, ride on over, support a local business, and enjoy an evening of sunshine, snacks, sips, and summer vibes with your bike-loving community. See you there!

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Handlebar Happy Hour - AFC Ann Arbor Edition!
Jun
17

Handlebar Happy Hour - AFC Ann Arbor Edition!

Join us for a wheelie fun evening as we celebrate our love for bikes and soccer! Meet fellow bike enthusiasts at Union Rec for good vibes, great company, and all the excitement of an AFC Ann Arbor match!

Details:

  • 🗓 Date: Tuesday, June 17

  • 🕒 Time: 5-6:30 (and then ride to the AFC field at Pioneer high school together)

  • 📍 Location: Union Rec

What to Expect:

  • Delicious food and drinks available for purchase.

  • FREE TICKETS to the match for all attendees!

  • A welcoming atmosphere for families and newcomers.

  • A group ride to the match together after hanging out at Union Rec!

Whether you're a biking expert or just starting to pedal through Ann Arbor, bring your questions and curiosity! We’ll help you find answers and connect with fellow friends, advocacy and volunteer opportunities, and organizations.

So, ride on over, support a local business and local sports team, and enjoy an evening of snacks, sips, and sports with bike-loving friends! See you there!

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Handlebar Happy Hour - Bike Month Edition!
May
7

Handlebar Happy Hour - Bike Month Edition!

Let's celebrate spring and Bike Month together! Meet up with fellow folks excited about bikes/biking for food, drinks, and fun at Bløm Meadworks. The Bike Alliance will provide snacks and you can purchase some awesome meads, ciders, cocktails, NA options, and more.

All are welcome, including families! If you're new to the Alliance or to biking in the area come with questions. We will likely be able to help you find answers or other people who might know.

Ride over, support a local business, enjoy a beverage and some snack with other bike friends!

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Kids Learn to Ride Workshop
May
3

Kids Learn to Ride Workshop

The Bicycle Alliance of Washtenaw is hosting a class for your kid to learn to ride a bike! Session will run Saturday, May 3, 12pm-2pm in Old West Side Ann Arbor and is intended for elementary school aged children. While you need to bring a bike for your child, no experience is necessary and it's free to the public. 

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