The Quezon City local government invites residents and cyclist enthusiasts to participate in the city’s “Night Bike Ride” event on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in celebration of National Bicycle Day.
"Illuminate your Ride:Light Up Your Bike" Bike Ride event (Photo from Quezon City Government)
According to the city’s Public Information Office, the city’s Department of Public Order and Safety-Green Transport Division will lead the event.
The event features the decoration contest titled: “Illuminate Your Ride: Light Up Your Bike”
Participants can register on site at the Risen Garden, Quezon City Hall, starting at 4:00 p.m.
The event is open to individuals aged 16 and above, but those under 18 are required to submit a parent or guardian’s consent.
Given the 10-kilometer distance of the bike ride, participants are expected to be in good health and possess a basic fitness level suitable for the activity.
Attendees are encouraged to creatively decorate their bicycles with lights, glow-in-the-dark stickers, neon paint, and LED strips.
As part of the city’s commitment to environmental conservation, participants are advised to bring their own tumblers or water containers to reduce plastic waste.
Water stations will be available at the starting point to refill bottles.
Traffic advisory route map (Photo from Quezon City Government)
Meanwhile, motorists should expect heavy traffic in the following areas from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.:
-Elliptical Road
-Commonwealth Avenue
-University Avenue
-C.P. Garcia Avenue
-Col. Boni Serrano Avenue
-E. Rodriguez Jr. Avenue
Motorists were encouraged to take alternative routes.
Personnel from the TTMD, Department of Public Order and Safety (DPOS), Task Force Disiplina, and Quezon City Police District (QCPD) will be on standby to ensure a smooth traffic flow in the area.