Ride the River
- Date Sat 2nd May 2026
- Time 8:00AM PDT
- Location Bakersfield, California
- Price $25.00 - $55.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances 10 Mile, 5 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of cycling at the Ride the River event, taking place on Saturday, May 2nd, 2026, in Bakersfield, Kern! This fun-filled community bike ride invites participants of all ages to join in the excitement, starting from the charming small park adjacent to 8850 Stockdale Highway, near the old Finish Line parking lot. With plenty of support along the route, including aid and repair stations, riders can feel confident tackling the scenic paths. Don’t worry if your bike needs a little TLC—Bike Bakersfield will be on-site to help fix any issues, ensuring everyone can join the fun. Arrive one hour early for check-in and enjoy a morning filled with music, delicious food, and local vendors. Plus, all proceeds from this fantastic event go towards the Bring Back the Kern initiative, making your ride even more meaningful. Mark your calendars and prepare for a memorable day of community spirit and cycling adventure!
Organiser's Description
Ride the River is a fun community bike ride for people of all ages. The ride will begin in the small park adjacent to 8850 Stockdale Highway, the old Finish Line parking lot. In order to allow time for check in, please arrive one hour before your scheduled event.
Got an old bike with flat tires or squeaky brakes? Bike Bakersfield will be on hand to fix up your jalopy! There will also be aid and repair stations on the bike route.
Parking for the event will be in the city parking lot west of the old Finish Line store, 8850Stockdale Highway. Overflow parking available at CSUB in parking lot J.
Prepare for a morning of music, vendors, and food. All proceeds benefit Bring Back the Kern.
Got an old bike with flat tires or squeaky brakes? Bike Bakersfield will be on hand to fix up your jalopy! There will also be aid and repair stations on the bike route.
Parking for the event will be in the city parking lot west of the old Finish Line store, 8850Stockdale Highway. Overflow parking available at CSUB in parking lot J.
Prepare for a morning of music, vendors, and food. All proceeds benefit Bring Back the Kern.
Races
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Feisty Twenty Mile
Sat 2nd May 2026 (8:00AM PDT)
$55.00
CLOSED -
Friendly Ten Mile
Sat 2nd May 2026 (9:00AM PDT)
$45.00
CLOSED -
Family Five Mile (Two Kids Free for Every Paid Adult)
Sat 2nd May 2026 (9:30AM PDT)
$25.00
CLOSED
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8850 Stockdale Highway, Bakersfield, 93311, CA, United States
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