The BIG family bike ride

Sunday, April 21, 2013

University of Victoria - Lot #10       11:00 am - 1:30 pm

The District of Saanich has partnered with a variety of Community Organizations to present the 4th annual Saanich Cycling Festival on Sunday, April 21 from 11:00 am - 1:30 pm.  The event features the BIG Family Bike Ride escorted by the Saanich Police along the Shelbourne Street Corridor returning to UVic.

2 Routes to Choose from:

There will be a 4.9 km Shelbourne Street route and a Kid's UVic route, so even the smallest cycling enthusiasts will be able to enjoy the day.  Stage entertainment, bike demonstrations, interactive games and activities, information displays, the bike rodeo, concessions and fun for the entire family.

Shelbourne Bike Ride:

Depart at 11:00 am from Camosun College
Ride ends at UVic Lot #10 (approx: 11:30 am)

  • Slow pace suitable for families with children 7+
  • Saanich Police provide rolling street closures along Shelbourne Street and Mackenzie Avenue
  • Free parking at UVic Lot #6 then cycle along Henderson to Camosun College for start
  • Click here for route Map

    Kid's UVic Ride:

    Depart at 11:00 am from Lot #10 at UVic
    Return at 11:15 am

    • Slow pace suitable for families with children 6 and under
    • Saanich Police bike squad escort riders
    • Start and Finish will be the East Exit of Lot #10 at the University of Victoria

    Festival Activities

    Time:  11:30 am - 2:30 pm
    University of Victoria (Lot #10)

    Your chance to provide input to the Vision for the Shelbourne Corridor

    • Saanich Corridor Study & Community Mapping
    • Friends of Mount Doug Community Association
    • Accent Inns
    • CRD Regional Parks Youth Volunteer Trail Ambassadors
    • Atlantis Programs and Pedalheads
    • BCAA
    • Bike Rodeo
    • Saanich Parks & Recreation
    • Saanich Fire
    • Saanich Emergency Preparedness
    • University of Victoria Sustainability Program
    • Mt. Tolmie Community Association
    • Gordon Head Residents Association
    • Quadra Cedar/Hill Community Association
    • UVic Vikes Recreation