Mayor Kim Norton Invites Community to America 250 Family-Friendly Bike Parade During Rochesterfest
City of Rochester Mayor Kim Norton invites community members of all ages to join her for the America 250 Family-Friendly Bike Parade on Saturday, June 27, during Rochesterfest.
The free, family-friendly event is hosted in partnership with BikeMN, We Bike Rochester and Rochesterfest. It will include bike safety activities, decorating and a fun, community parade with Mayor Norton.
Event Details
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What: America 250 Family-Friendly Bike Parade with Mayor Kim Norton
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When: Saturday, June 27, 2026
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10:30 a.m. – Registered riders check in, receive a free bike safety check, ride the obstacle course and decorate bikes
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11:00 a.m. – Non-registered riders arrive
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11:30 a.m. – Bike parade begins, following the Rochesterfest Grand Parade route (approximately 0.6 miles)
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Where: Edison Building Parking Lot, 615 7th Street SW, Rochester, MN\
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Cost: Free!
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Registration: Pre-registration is encouraged: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/america-250-family-friendly-bike-parade-in-partnership-with-rochesterfest-tickets-1985389702044?aff=oddtdtcreator
Complimentary bike decorations will be available for the first 250 youth who pre-register, courtesy of the Office of the Mayor as part of Mayor Norton’s Year About Youth 2 initiative.
“This event is a fun opportunity for families, friends and neighbors to come together, celebrate Rochesterfest and enjoy being active as a community,” said Mayor Norton. “We’re excited to create an experience where youth and families can build confidence riding, learn about bike safety and have fun together.”
For more information, visit BikeMN’s Eventbrite page: AMERICA 250 FAMILY-FRIENDLY BIKE PARADE in partnership with Rochesterfest Tickets, Saturday, June 27 • 10:30 AM - 1 PM | Eventbrite
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