PHILADELPHIA – The City of Philadelphia released road closure information for the 2024 Annual Philly Bike Ride taking place on Saturday, October 19. 

Race Day Activities & Information: The Philly Bike Ride is a 20-mile car-free social bike ride that is accessible and open to all levels of cyclists ages 3 and over. The course features the historic sites of Center City and Independence Hall, water views along Penns Landing and Kelly Drive, and a finish line by the iconic Philadelphia Museum of Art where a post-ride festival will take place.

The Philly Bike Ride is a rain or shine event. The ride begins at 7:30 a.m. and the Finish Festival will conclude at 12:30 p.m.

Road Closures

The following streets will be closed to vehicular traffic beginning at 3:30 a.m. on Saturday, October 19, and will reopen no later than 2 p.m.:

  • Eakins Oval in front of the Philadelphia Museum of Art
  • Benjamin Franklin Parkway between Eakins Oval and 20th Street
  • Kelly Drive between Spring Garden Street and 25th Street
  • Spring Garden Street off-ramp exit at Eakins Oval

The following streets will be closed to vehicular traffic beginning at 6:30 a.m. on Saturday, October 19, and will reopen no later than 12 p.m.:

  • Benjamin Franklin Parkway between 20th Street and 15th Street
  • Arch Street between Benjamin Franklin Parkway and 15th Street
  • N. 15th Street between Arch Street and Penn Square
  • Market Street between Penn Square and 5th Street
  • Penn Square between Market Street and 15th Street
  • 5th Street between Market Street and Race Street
  • Race Street between 5th Street and N. Christopher Columbus Boulevard
  • Christopher Columbus Boulevard between Race Street and Christian Street
  • Christian Street between N. Christopher Columbus Boulevard and 22nd Street
  • 22nd Street between Christian Street and Benjamin Franklin Parkway
  • Kelly Drive between 25th Street and Falls Bridge
  • Falls Bridge between Kelly Drive and MLK Drive
  • MLK Drive between Falls Bridge and Black Road

Parking Restrictions

Street parking on the following streets are impacted and will be posted as “Temporary No Parking” zones from 12 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, October 19:

  • Benjamin Franklin Parkway between 22nd Street and 16th Street
  • Logan Square between 18th Street and 19th Street
  • Arch Street between 16th Street and 15th Street
  • N. 15th Street between Arch Street and Market Street
  • Market Street between 6th Street and Penn Square
  • Penn Square between Market Street and 15th Street
  • Race Street between 5th Street and N. Christopher Columbus Boulevard
  • Christian Street between N. Christopher Columbus Boulevard and 22nd Street
  • 22nd Street between Christian Street and Benjamin Franklin Parkway
  • Art Museum Drive between Benjamin Franklin Parkway and Pennsylvania Avenue
  • Spring Garden Street between Pennsylvania Avenue and Kelly Drive

Motorists must adhere to “Temporary No Parking” signs. Vehicles parked in these locations during posted hours will be relocated. If you believe your car has been relocated, call the police district of the area where your car was parked.

Additional road closures and parking restrictions may be necessary in the vicinity of the event venue as dictated by conditions. Residents and visitors should always obey posted signs and instructions from the Philadelphia Police Department.

Public Transportation

SEPTA bus routes along the course will be detoured from their normal routes beginning at 6 a.m. on Saturday, October 19.

Detours will be posted, and specific route changes are available on the System Status Page online at septa.org.SEPTA Customer Service can be reached at 215-580-7800 and directly on X (formerly Twitter) @septa_social.

Using SEPTA: For participants utilizing SEPTA, there are three stations located less than one mile away from the Philly Bike Ride Start Line: Fairmount, Spring Garden, and Race-Vine subway stations. Plan ahead and check the complete schedule for your preferred station at septa.org. 

Public Safety Information

Throughout the event, the City will provide law-enforcement support, traffic control, and emergency medical services for the event and in the surrounding vicinity. 

If you need assistance, medical attention, or if your bike has a major mechanical issue, and you need transportation to the Finish Festival, contact Ride Support Staff during the ride at 215-606-3562. In case of critical medical emergency call 9-1-1. 

Athlete check-in, event-day solutions, and general information are located at Eakins Oval by the start.

Riders who are deaf or hard of hearing are welcome to meet at the Start Line Stage located at 20th Street and Benjamin Franklin Parkway where there will be an interpreter. For other accessible accommodations please email hello@phillybikeride.com. 

Attendees should never leave bags or other items unattended. In the event of an emergency or to report a suspicious person, activity, or item (backpack, package, container, etc.), notify a police officer immediately or call 9-1-1. Do not try to open, move, cover or touch a suspicious item.

For tips and general information about being prepared and ready at special events, read the Special Event Safety Guide before you attend.

For more information about the Philly Bike Ride, visit phillybikeride.com. 

Event Alerts

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Additional Information

Lost and Found is located at the stage in the Finish Festival area. For lost items after Sunday, October 20 or for general inquiries about the Philly Bike Ride, contact hello@phillybikeride.com. 

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