Meet at HART PARK for the parade kick off.

We might be moved by the powers-that-be, but since I'm running the Best Decorated Bicycle Contest and that is held at Hart Park, that's where we are meeting!

Parade starts at 11:30. Meet at Hart Park at 11 am.

Ride the parade with a smile! :-D

Meet up at Hart Park at 10 am on July 4th. Bikes will be given an ABC Quick Check for safety. You can decorate your bike using the provided materials, or you can bring your own stuff from home. Remember to keep moving parts clear! (No streamers dragging behind the seat to get caught in the spokes, etc.)

Categories are 5 and under, 1st-2nd grade, 3rd-4th grade, 5th-6th grade. Prizes include gift certificates, bike lights, and bike reflectors.

All contestants (and their families) are encouraged to participate in the parade which kicks off at 11:30 am. The route is a bit over a mile long--easy for even the little ones.

I strongly urge everyone to come out for this fantastic event. Racers are hosting all over Blue Island with families for SuperWeek, so you'll find lots of local enthusiasm for "their" racers. I can't tell you how exciting this race is. Yes, it starts early and runs late, but last year we spent the ENTIRE day (from 5am to well after 11pm) and had a BLAST!