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Pedal and Play in Paradise – A Cycling Celebration in Punta Gorda! – March 22, 2025

Pedal and Play in Paradise - A Cycling Celebration in Punta Gorda! - March 22, 2025

Pedal and Play Rides include 62, 30, & 15-mile routes and the popular 10-mile Mystery Ride.

Race Website

Additional race information can be found at https://teampuntagorda.org/pedal-and-play-in-paradise-2/.

Place

Laishley Park
100 Nesbit Street
Punta Gorda, FL US 33950

Description

This is a fun RIDE for cyclists of all abilities! (not a race)

All proceeds from this event will benefit TEAM Punta Gorda’s bicycle-friendly and other community initiatives!

      Registration Fee of $55 Includes the following (no additional processing fee charged):

– Light Breakfast
– Ride of Your Choice (Mystery-10mile, 15mile, 30mile or 62mile)
– Goody Bag
 – T-Shirt (First 400 Registrations) or select Moisture Wicking Shirt Option for an additional cost of $10.00
 – Boxed Lunch (vegetarian option available)
 – “Play” after the Ride (Beer, Ice Cream, Music & Fun)
 – Rest Stops and SAG support

Helmets are required for all riders!

Free loaner bicycles are available for the event on a first-come, first-served basis.  Contact TEAM Punta Gorda at 941-637-8326 or via email [email protected] to reserve a bike.
     *On-site registration will be available at Laishley Pavilion – $60 per rider (Cash, Check, or Credit Card)
            * March 21, 2025  3:00PM – 6:00PM
            * March 22, 2025   7:00AM – 9:00AM

Race Contact Info

If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.

 
 

Ride for Fun!

Ride for a Cause!

Let us entertain you!

The amazing YAYA DIAMOND will once again be our MC. Yaya will make announcements and mix in some R&B and pop tunes from 7 – 9:15 a.m. We all enjoy her lively banter.

After your ride enjoy free music from local Punta Gorda musicians DAVE AND TERRY playing a mix of trop rock, classic country, soft rock, and original songs that appeal to audiences of all ages. They can be found playing at festivals, charities, and for non-profit organizations that benefit our city. Get a preview of Dave’s solo music

Proceeds benefit TEAM Punta Gorda’s bicycle initiatives.

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