Bike Parade

πŸŽ„πŸš² Merry on Main Bike Parade πŸš²πŸŽ„

Get ready to pedal into the holiday spirit! Join us for a fun and festive Christmas-themed Bike Parade through the park! Decorate your bike with twinkling lights, bows, ornaments, tinsel, and all your favorite Christmas flair, then hop on and ride with us as we kick off the holiday weekend!

✨ The more creative, colorful, and festive, the better! ✨

Bring your family, decorate your bikes, and pedal your way through the park as you spread Christmas cheer with your festive wheels, big smiles, and holiday fun! πŸŽ„πŸš²βœ¨

πŸ† 1st, 2nd & 3rd Place Trophies will be awarded to the most creative and festive bikes!

So grab your bike, get decorating, and let’s make this a Christmas ride to remember! πŸŽ…πŸŽ„βœ¨

Safety Requirement: For the safety of all participants, helmets are required for anyone riding a bike in the parade.

Rules & Information

  • All participants are to meet at the large Pavilion (Pavilion 3) at the Pleasanton River park no later than 3:20 PM for lineup, the bike parade will be starting at 3:30 PM
  • Parade route will start in front of the pavilion and continue down the sidewalk to the Softball Complex
  • Parents are encouraged to walk on the sideline if their child needs assistance
  • This is not a race- Participants are to pedal at a slow, steady pace for the safety of all involved
  • Judges will score in three categories: Theme, Creativity, and Originality
  • 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place trophies will be awarded to the winners

Permission and release

I, as the parent or legal guardian of the participating child, give permission for my child to participate in the Merry on Main Bike Parade using a bicycle, tricycle, or wagon.

I acknowledge that participation in the event involves inherent risks, including the possibility of injury. I voluntarily assume responsibility for allowing my child to participate and agree, to the extent permitted by law, to release, indemnify, and hold harmless the City of Pleasanton, its officials, employees, volunteers, and event representatives from claims, damages, or liabilities arising from my child’s participation in the event, except to the extent caused by conduct that cannot legally be waived or released.

I confirm that I have read and understand the event rules, regulations, and safety requirements, and I voluntarily give my permission for my child to participate.

By selecting “I acknowledge” I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and agree to the terms above.

About the rider

Age groups are just a recommendation and are not enforced. Helmets are required for anyone riding a bike in the parade.

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