Live in Edmonton: see Uytae Lee, Tom Babin, Oh The Urbanity!, and The War on Cars

Alongside the Winter Cycling Congress coming to Edmonton next week, check out these great events, open to everyone! And don’t forget, Bike Edmonton members can still register for the congress itself for just $180!

Telling the Story of your City

Reserve your spot now for this free event on Wednesday, February 21, 2024 at 6pm, featuring hit YouTubers:

Hear more about how you can tell the story of cycling and city building in your community. Topics will include telling urban stories, building an audience, production, and the creative process. These storytellers are hit educators and entertainers, so don't miss out!

The War on Cars

Join a live podcast recording of The War on Cars with special guest Don Iveson on Friday, February 23, 2024, at 7:30pm at The Westin Edmonton (10135 100 St)!

Tickets for this event start at $14.11 and can be purchased on EventBrite. Get yours before they sell out!

The War on Cars is a podcast about the epic, hundred years’ war between The Car and The City. This top-ranked podcast delivers news and commentary on the latest developments in the worldwide fight to undo a century’s worth of damage wrought by the automobile... and they will be recording a live podcast right here in Edmonton with former mayor, Don Iveson!

With episodes like “Making the Bus Sexy Again,” “Infiltrating the Auto Show” and “The Problem With Public Meetings,” the show takes a decidedly different view than the “windshield perspective” held by the majority of American decision-makers, whether they’re mayors, media members or the everyday people who influence them. Listen and Enlist today at thewaroncars.org

Winter Cycling and 90’s Music Trivia Night

Join a totally tubular night of '90s Trivia at Fu's Repair Shop (10524 Jasper Ave) on Thursday, February 22, 2024, at 7pm! Hosted by Urban Systems, this event will transport you back to the decade of grunge, boy bands, and a little winter cycling and transportation trivia. Gather your winter cycling crew and head over to 10524 Jasper Ave (Fu's) for a nostalgic night of fun and friendly competition. Light appetizers will be included.

Please register to ensure you secure your free ticket in advance!

Don't miss out on this gnarly event - see you there!

Coffee Outside

Hosted by Fancy Women Bike Ride

On Friday, February 23, from 7:30-8:30am, meet at Louise McKinney Park (9999 Grierson Hill) for coffee outside!

Connect with other riders at Edmonton's outdoor coffee club. They meet every Friday, rain, snow, or shine! Everyone is welcome.

 
 

Do your kids go to Garneau School? Join this fun, slow-paced family ride to school! Click here for details!

Winter Cycling Congress

February 22 to February 24

All these great events are in town thanks to the Winter Cycling Congress, an international convention on all things winter cycling. You can attend the community events without registering for the congress, but the congress is where you can really connect.

Learn how Anchorage, Oulu, and Montreal tackle winter maintenance for active transportation. Hear about year-round bike share in Estonia. Find out how Saskatoon is getting kids biking to school year round. See what our own High Level Line is up to.

Join us for an unforgettable multi-day event filled with informative sessions, bicycle excursions, and a community of passionate winter cyclists. Discover new possibilities while exploring the cycling-friendly city of Edmonton. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to connect with fellow enthusiasts and learn from experts in the field.

Bike Edmonton members receive a 20% discount off the non-profit rate at the Winter Cycling Congress! You’ll pay just $180 to attend the entire event, including meals! And $10 of your fee is returned to Bike Edmonton!

Find more information about the Congress and register for tickets here.

Look up your membership to get your promo code! Then enter the code on the registration page to see the discounted ticket options.