BikeAround Downtown Columbia
- Date Sat 13th September 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Columbia, Maryland
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Get ready to pedal your way through a fun-filled day at the BikeAround Downtown Columbia event on Saturday, September 13, 2025! Taking place in the vibrant Columbia, Howard area, this event invites cyclists of all ages and skill levels to enjoy a leisurely ride along the scenic trails, pathways, and bike lanes of Downtown Columbia, Wilde Lake, and Harpers Choice.
While it's not a race, this is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate cycling as a vital part of your lifestyle. Join in the excitement at the Block Party happening from 9 AM to noon, where you can connect with local organizations dedicated to promoting cycling for transportation, fitness, and recreation. Whether you choose to ride to the Block Party or simply enjoy the marked course that starts and ends in Color Burst Park, you won't want to miss out on this community celebration. With guided group rides led by the Howard County Police Department’s Community Outreach & Pathways Section at 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM, both seasoned and novice cyclists can share the joy of biking together. Grab your friends and family, and mark your calendars for a delightful day of cycling and community spirit!
While it's not a race, this is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate cycling as a vital part of your lifestyle. Join in the excitement at the Block Party happening from 9 AM to noon, where you can connect with local organizations dedicated to promoting cycling for transportation, fitness, and recreation. Whether you choose to ride to the Block Party or simply enjoy the marked course that starts and ends in Color Burst Park, you won't want to miss out on this community celebration. With guided group rides led by the Howard County Police Department’s Community Outreach & Pathways Section at 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM, both seasoned and novice cyclists can share the joy of biking together. Grab your friends and family, and mark your calendars for a delightful day of cycling and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
Despite what the title says, this is not a race. It's a chance to hop on your bike and enjoy a relaxing ride along the trails, pathways, and bike lanes of Downtown Columbia, Wilde Lake, and Harpers Choice.
Join us as we celebrate BikeAround Downtown Columbia weekend with a Block Party on Saturday, May 31st in the Merriweather District from 9-12. You can ride the course to or from the Block Party or bring your bikes and ride to and from.
At the Block Party, The Downtown Columbia Partnership, the Howard County Office of Transportation, Bike HoCo, and more will be on hand to help you make cycling a bigger part of your transportation, fitness, and recreation routine. Register in advance and check-in on site to get your BikeAround shirt (if you selected to purchase one).
Timing: There is no group start time for BikeAround. The official timing for the event is 9:00 AM to noon on Saturday, May 31.
The Course: The course starts and ends in Color Burst Park. Thanks to the Columbia Associations Open Space team, the path will be marked so you should not need to refer to the turn-by-turn directions.
New this year, the Howard County Police Departments Community Outreach & Pathways Section (C.O.P.S.) will be leading group rides at 9:30AM and 11:00AM. This is a great chance for younger and less experienced riders to enjoy the course with seasoned cyclists as guides.
More info at dtcpartnership.com/things-to-do/bikearound/
Strava Route for BikeAround: https://www.strava.com/routes/3350931040623540802
Map My Ride Route: https://www.mapmyride.com/workout/8529589834/
Join us as we celebrate BikeAround Downtown Columbia weekend with a Block Party on Saturday, May 31st in the Merriweather District from 9-12. You can ride the course to or from the Block Party or bring your bikes and ride to and from.
At the Block Party, The Downtown Columbia Partnership, the Howard County Office of Transportation, Bike HoCo, and more will be on hand to help you make cycling a bigger part of your transportation, fitness, and recreation routine. Register in advance and check-in on site to get your BikeAround shirt (if you selected to purchase one).
Timing: There is no group start time for BikeAround. The official timing for the event is 9:00 AM to noon on Saturday, May 31.
The Course: The course starts and ends in Color Burst Park. Thanks to the Columbia Associations Open Space team, the path will be marked so you should not need to refer to the turn-by-turn directions.
New this year, the Howard County Police Departments Community Outreach & Pathways Section (C.O.P.S.) will be leading group rides at 9:30AM and 11:00AM. This is a great chance for younger and less experienced riders to enjoy the course with seasoned cyclists as guides.
More info at dtcpartnership.com/things-to-do/bikearound/
Strava Route for BikeAround: https://www.strava.com/routes/3350931040623540802
Map My Ride Route: https://www.mapmyride.com/workout/8529589834/
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