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Ride with us to remember the bicyclists we’ve lost

Event Details

Pittsburgh Ride of Silence is next Wednesday, May 20, 2026 - Bicyclists, friends, and family will gather for a ceremony and ride, observing silence and talking only as necessary.

Please bring your own DIY signs and posters.

We’ll ride ~10 miles from Highland Park to Homewood and back on a route highlighting both good biking infrastructure and areas that would benefit from safety improvements. We'll pay homage to the memorials of Will Theisen and Courtney Carter who were both killed by drivers while biking in their neighborhoods. We will also be joined by youth and community members in Homewood.

Date: Wednesday, May 20, 2026 (Rain or Shine. Lightning will cancel)
Time: 7:00PM
Start + End Location: Highland Park Fountain (Reservoir Dr & Highland Ave)

April 30 – Operation Illumination – Free bike light & helmet giveaway courtesy of Edgar Snyder & Associates | 5 – 7pm | De Fer Coffee in the Strip District
May 6 – Pittsburgh SRTS Walk and Roll to School Day
May 12 – Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams Fundraiser for BikePGH | 4 – 7PM | Eat ice cream and raise funds for BikePGH at Jeni’s Bakery Square
May 14 – Bike to Work Day – Free for bike commuters! Free coffee and treats in the morning, and happy hour snacks and discounts in the evening. **We have a strong feeling this Subreddit is gonna really like our secret merch at this event**
May 15 – Free Learn 2 Ride bike class for all ages (registration required) | Bud Harris Cycling Track
May 20 – Pittsburgh Ride of Silence – 7PM | Highland Park Fountain | On this day, bicyclists, friends, and family members will gather for a ceremony and bicycle ride to remember the bicyclists we’ve lost. Riders will observe silence during the ride, talking only as necessary.
May 26 – Neighborhood Walk in Downtown Pittsburgh – Take a walk with us to explore different Pittsburgh neighborhoods, engage with neighbors, and assess street safety and accessibility.
May 30 – SPRING BIKE PICNIC – 10AM | Frick Environmental Center | Fundraiser event | 15-mile marshaled on-street bike ride touring some of the city’s best bike lanes, followed by a hot dog picnic at noon. Get tickets at bikepgh.org/picnic
& more on the Calendar

🕯️Pittsburgh Ride of Silence is next week - Weds. May 20