The event will include a bicycle tour of Bloomington, a parade, a short film competition and a screening of “Breaking Away.”
The event will take place from 2 to 9 p.m. and includes events at other local establishments, as well.
Bloomington Cycles is also working with Open Streets Bloomington, which combines local companies and various activities. West Seventh Street will be closed from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. from the B-Line Trail to Elm Street.
Saturday’s events
2 p.m. “Half the Road”
A documentary about women’s professional cycling. There will be a panel discussion following the film screening. It is free and open to the public.
4:45 p.m. Bike Tour
Jim Schroeder, a member of the Bloomington Bicycle Club, will lead participants in a bike tour of Bloomington’s “Breaking Away” locations. The first 30 riders who are interested get spots, and registration is available online at the BCT Box Office website. The 10-mile in-town ride will last approximately one and a half to two hours and is open to children and adults. Helmets are required.
5 to 6:30 p.m. Local Bike Shop Appreciation Happy Hour
Upland Brewing Company will host a happy hour in appreciation of Bloomington’s local bike shops. The event is free and open to the public.
7 p.m. Short film screening and “Breaking Away”
Local filmmakers submitted three-minute short films on the theme “Bloomington Cycles.” The winner of this short film competition will get to use the Buskirk-Chumley’s stage for one night, rent-free, next summer for a film-related event, according to the theater’s website.
The screening of “Breaking Away” will begin shortly after. The 1979 film won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay and stars Dennis Quaid.
Tickets for the screening are available online or at the BCT Box Office in person. The cost is $5 for adults and $3 for children ages 12 and younger.
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