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World Naked Bike Ride #10!!! (since 2004). Yearly. Gathering and body painting before 6p, departs before sunset.Massive bike and skate event celebrating the end of the oil era, and promoting positive body image. Held globally with dozens of cities participating, and Chicago routinely setting U.S. turnout records.This is a bare-as-you-dare event with outfits ranging from body paint to fanciful costumes to beach-wear. Chicago rallies many hundreds of cyclists and numerous skaters covering over a…See More

All these tourists are visiting Chicago as if it's some kinda exotic destination.... Oh, wait, IT IS! Let's visit exotic destinations - both domestic and foreign - by biking around Chicago to restaurants, parks, museums and bars that represent a sampling of other places in the country, or the world!Possible options so far:Philly + Pittsburgh-themed sandwich shops,Maybe a tiny museum or two,Asian & Middle-Eastern shops,A place serving authentic NYC slices AND New Orleans beignets.A…See More

For over 40 years the American Cancer Society’s Walk & Roll has raised funds to fight cancer. Because of our progress in detecting, treating and preventing cancer, hundreds of more birthdays are celebrated every day. But we need your help to light even more candles.Choose to walk, bike or skate- wagons, strollers, tricycles and wheelchairs are welcome, too.  Participate individually or form a team with co-workers, friends and family. Whether your loved one has won or lost their battle,…See More

Last Fridays, leaves after 6pm.THE monthly gathering of bicyclists making their presence known downtown since 1997. Slowly winds a dozen miles or more. Radically inclusive, thousands attend in good weather.Daley Plaza, 50 W Washington. Under the Picasso (giant rusty bird), at Dearborn, SW of State&Lake train stop, Randolph exit from LFT.Lakecomers use http://MassUp.us or text WHERE to u@massup.us to catchup.See More

Celebrate Spring and dress to impress in your most fashionable tweed ensembles.  The BBC shall be exploring fine gardens on this ride.  So both tweed and garden party garb are encouraged.  Ladies, bring your finest hats.  Gents, pastels are indeed manly! Route and starting location coming soon!See More

Last Fridays, leaves after 6pm.THE monthly gathering of bicyclists making their presence known downtown since 1997. Slowly winds a dozen miles or more. Radically inclusive, thousands attend in good weather.Daley Plaza, 50 W Washington. Under the Picasso (giant rusty bird), at Dearborn, SW of State&Lake train stop, Randolph exit from LFT.Lakecomers use http://MassUp.us or text WHERE to u@massup.us to catchup.See More

Last Fridays, leaves after 6pm.THE monthly gathering of bicyclists making their presence known downtown since 1997. Slowly winds a dozen miles or more. Radically inclusive, thousands attend in good weather.Daley Plaza, 50 W Washington. Under the Picasso (giant rusty bird), at Dearborn, SW of State&Lake train stop, Randolph exit from LFT.See More

Last Fridays, leaves after 6pm.THE monthly gathering of bicyclists making their presence known downtown since 1997. Slowly winds a dozen miles or more. Radically inclusive, thousands attend in good weather.Daley Plaza, 50 W Washington. Under the Picasso (giant rusty bird), at Dearborn, SW of State&Lake train stop, Randolph exit from LFT.See More

Last Fridays, leaves after 6pm.THE monthly gathering of bicyclists making their presence known downtown since 1997. Slowly winds a dozen miles or more. Radically inclusive, thousands attend in good weather.Daley Plaza, 50 W Washington. Under the Picasso (giant rusty bird), at Dearborn, SW of State&Lake train stop, Randolph exit from LFT.See More

Join British Bicycles of Chicago to celebrate the 407th anniversary of the foiling of the Gunpowder Plot.  How?  By spiffing ourselves up, riding our bikes and having a bonfire.We will meander from Roscoe Village to Bridgeport,  pausing at Happy Village and Skylark to refresh ourselves and chat. The ride will be capped off with a roaring bonfire at Bubbly Dynamics, thanks to…See More

Last Fridays, leaves after 6pm.THE monthly gathering of bicyclists making their presence known downtown since 1997. Slowly winds a dozen miles or more. Radically inclusive, thousands attend in good weather.Daley Plaza, 50 W Washington. Under the Picasso (giant rusty bird), at Dearborn, SW of State&Lake train stop, Randolph exit from LFT.See More

Organized 11 years ago by the venerable John Greenfield, this beloved annual ride takes an moderate pace for a 100 mile route around the edge of our beautiful city.  An excellent first "Century" ride with it's many CTA bail-out options for peace of mind, this ride is perfect for those who think they might, but aren't sure yet that they can handle a full 100 miles in a day.  (Spoiler Alert--Turns out, you totally can!)John is stepping aside this year to work on other rides, so some of us that…See More

The CTTC Open Mic series is celebrating its 5th installment!!! In a new spot. And It's even better! The CTTC is all about transforming public spaces and providing free and accessible performances. To realize this mission we need you!  We want to hear your artistic voices! Come out and share your stories, music, art, voice, skin, laughter and passion!! Let's Celebrate and let's get loose!  Admission is FREE!!! Donations are kindly accepted! We are serving:FOOD! Pizza, hot dogs, burgers,…See More

Last Fridays, leaves after 6pm.THE monthly gathering of bicyclists making their presence known downtown since 1997. Slowly winds a dozen miles or more. Radically inclusive, thousands attend in good weather.Daley Plaza, 50 W Washington. Under the Picasso (giant rusty bird), at Dearborn, SW of State&Lake train stop, Randolph exit from LFT.See More

Come join us this month for a leisurely ride heading South.  We'll be stopping at a few parks as usual, hopefully incorporating a stop at BadHappy Poutine Shop.   EDIT: Due to scheduling issues, we will meet at the bar down the street from The Globe to the East...and BadHappy will also need to be rainchecked.  Someone will be checking the Globe to notify people of the change.See More