2024 Juneteenth Community Ride presented by River City Outdoors

Saturday, June 15, 2024 Past event

11:00 AM CDT

St Louis, Missouri

Free · 1 race

10 Mile

Event summary

Join us for the vibrant 2024 Juneteenth Community Ride in St. Louis on Saturday, June 15th, 2024! This exciting event celebrates the rich history, artistry, and culture of the Black community in St. Louis through a leisurely bike ride that encompasses a route of approximately 10 miles, with an option for a shorter 6-mile ride. Starting at the Tandy Recreation Center, participants will enjoy live performances from local musicians and storytellers at four engaging stops along the way.

Kick off the day at 8 AM with pre-ride entertainment featuring a DJ and talented artists, followed by a light breakfast. The ride, which departs at 10 AM, promises a unique blend of exercise and cultural enrichment, making it the perfect way to commemorate Juneteenth. Bike rentals are available for those who need them, ensuring everyone can participate in this community celebration. Mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable day of cycling, music, and history in the heart of St. Louis!

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2024 Juneteenth Community Ride

11:00 AM CDT

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Organiser's description

This Juneteenth, celebrate St. Louiss Black artists, musicians, and history with a bike ride featuring live music. Join cohosts Trailnet http://trailnet.org & 4 The Ville https://4theville.org with support from the Missouri Historical Society, https://mohistory.orgRegional Arts Commission, https://racstl.org River City Outdoors https://www.rivercityoutdoors.org on Saturday, June 15th, for a group bicycle ride with performances from area musicians and storytellers sharing the citys history.

This year's Juneteenth celebration features post-event activities and live music. https://www.bigshark.com/about/big-shark-urban-city-foundry-rental-reservations-with-peek-pro-pg1389.htm

Check out the video from the 2021 Juneteenth celebration https://youtu.be/G8TI3URh40s produced by our friends at Foveal Media https://www.fovealmedia.com!

EVENT SCHEDULE

* 8:00 am - Registration/check-in opens
* 8:15 am - Light breakfast - Mighty Me Catering
* 10:00 am - Ride leaves Tandy Recreation Center
* 1:30 pm - rough estimation on ride returning to Tandy Recreation Center

START LOCATION: Tandy Recreation Center (4206 Kennerly Ave, St. Louis, MO 63113)

ROUTES LENGTH (IN MILES): roughly 10 miles (leisurely riding broken up by four stops) We will have an option for a shorter 6-mile route. This will remove one stop from the programming.

PROGRAMMING:

8 AM Pre-Ride Entertainment: DJ, The Legend Singers, Be.Be the Neo Soul

#1 Tillie's Corner - Artist: Aida Ade

#2 Central Baptist - Aritst: Jerei

#3 Katherine Ward Burg Garden - Artist: Darkwood

#4 The Griot - Artist: Hodge

TERRAIN: Paved city streets

Bike rentals are available through Urban Shark at the Foundry https://www.bigshark.com/articles/rent-a-bike-race-wheels-travel-case-or-wetsuit-pg766.htm ($), and may be picked up a day in advance at no extra cost.

BIRD Scooters will be available for rent on-site at no charge. RESERVE DURING REGISTRATION.

ABOUT TRAILNET COMMUNITY RIDES

Trailnet Community Rides are guided, slow-paced, group bike rides that explore the history and culture of the St. Louis Community. Community Rides generally last around 3 hours. There are no staffed rest stops on these rides, and we cannot guarantee access to restrooms or water. Please plan accordingly.