Pedal Power 50th Anniversary Celebration Ride

November 13 2025

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Celebrating 50 years of Pedal Power excellence and preparing for countless more!

Be a part of Pedal Power’s history

Pedal Power’s first protest ride in 1974 helped shape Canberra’s cycling future. Fifty years later, we’re riding from Woden to Civic to show the ACT Government that separated bike lanes are vital for a liveable, sustainable city.

How You Can Get Involved

Date: 13 November 2025

Time: 5:30pm - 8:00pm

Location: The ride will start at 6:00pm in Eddison Park, Woden. We’ll ride together as a group, led by John Widdup and supported by Pedal Power accredited ride leaders acting as marshals to ensure everyone’s safety.

The ride will finish at Stage 88 in Commonwealth Park, where we’ll celebrate Pedal Power’s 50th anniversary with an evening of food, fun, and festivities.

The ride length is approx. 8km and will be held at a slow pace-suitable for entry level riders.

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Did you ride in the first Protest Ride?

If you participated in the first protest ride please email our membership coordinator membership@pedalpower.org.au. We would love to help you join the celebration in any way we can.

We also invite you to share your story with Pedal Power. If you have an experience you want to share please email communications@pedalpower.org.au we would love to feature it in News Wheel.