10/18/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/18/2024 09:43
PHILADELPHIA - The City of Philadelphia released road closure information for the 2024 Annual Philly Bike Ride taking place on Saturday, October 19.
Race Day Activities & Information:The Philly Bike Rideis a 20-mile car-free social bike ride that is accessible and open to all levels of cyclists ages 3 and over. The coursefeatures the historic sites of Center City and Independence Hall, water views along Penns Landing and Kelly Drive, and a finish line by the iconic Philadelphia Museum of Art where a post-ride festival will take place.
The Philly Bike Ride is a rain or shine event. The ride begins at 7:30 a.m. and the Finish Festival will conclude at 12:30 p.m.
Road Closures
The following streets will be closed to vehicular traffic beginning at 3:30 a.m. on Saturday, October 19, and will reopen no later than 2 p.m.:
The following streets will be closed to vehicular traffic beginning at 6:30 a.m. on Saturday, October 19, and will reopen no later than 12 p.m.:
Parking Restrictions
Street parking on the following streets are impacted and will be posted as "Temporary No Parking" zones from 12 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, October 19:
Motorists must adhere to "Temporary No Parking" signs. Vehicles parked in these locations during posted hours will be relocated. If you believe your car has been relocated, call the police district of the areawhere your car was parked.
Additional road closures and parking restrictions may be necessary in the vicinity of the event venue as dictated by conditions. Residents and visitors should always obey posted signs and instructions from the Philadelphia Police Department.
Public Transportation
SEPTA bus routes along the course will be detoured from their normal routes beginning at 6 a.m. on Saturday, October 19.
Detours will be posted, and specific route changes are available on the System Status Page online at septa.org.SEPTA Customer Service can be reached at 215-580-7800 and directly on X (formerly Twitter) @septa_social.
Using SEPTA: For participants utilizing SEPTA, there are three stations located less than one mile away from the Philly Bike Ride Start Line: Fairmount, Spring Garden, and Race-Vine subway stations. Plan ahead and check the complete schedule for your preferred station at septa.org.
Public Safety Information
Throughout the event, the City will provide law-enforcement support, traffic control, and emergency medical services for the event and in the surrounding vicinity.
If you need assistance, medical attention, or if your bike has a major mechanical issue, and you need transportation to the Finish Festival, contact Ride Support Staff during the ride at 215-606-3562. In case of critical medical emergency call 9-1-1.
Athlete check-in, event-day solutions, and general information are located at Eakins Oval by the start.
Riders who are deaf or hard of hearing are welcome to meet at the Start Line Stage located at 20th Street and Benjamin Franklin Parkway where there will be an interpreter. For other accessible accommodations please email [email protected].
Attendees should never leave bags or other items unattended. In the event of an emergency or to report a suspicious person, activity, or item (backpack, package, container, etc.), notify a police officer immediately or call 9-1-1. Do not try to open, move, cover or touch a suspicious item.
For tips and general information about being prepared and ready at special events, read the Special Event Safety Guidebefore you attend.
For more information about the Philly Bike Ride, visit phillybikeride.com.
Event Alerts
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Additional Information
Lost and Found is located at the stage in the Finish Festival area. For lost items after Sunday, October 20 or for general inquiries about the Philly Bike Ride, contact [email protected].