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Ride the Drive 2025

August 10 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

🚲 Ride the Drive 2025 Returns to Madison – Sunday, August 10

Get ready to Ride the Drive — Madison Parks’ biggest community celebration is back on Sunday, August 10, 2025, from 10 AM to 2 PM! Over 15,000 attendees joined the fun last year, and this year promises even more excitement as we transform McPike Park, Olin Park, and Law Park into a car-free festival zone filled with music, food, activities, and community joy.

🌟 What to Expect:

  • Live music and entertainment

  • Local food carts and vendors

  • Family-friendly fun and games

  • Biking, skating, walking, and rolling

  • Community partners and nonprofit booths

🎉 Vendor & Volunteer Opportunities
We’re currently seeking vendors and volunteers to help make this beloved Madison tradition a success. Whether you’re a local business, artisan, nonprofit, or just someone who loves to support community events — we need you!

đź’Ş Be a Volunteer Hero!
Volunteering is easy, fun, and meaningful. Most shifts are just 2 hours, so you’ll still have time to enjoy the event.

🧡 Volunteer perks include:

  • Free Ride the Drive 2025 t-shirt

  • Complimentary snacks during your shift

  • The chance to be part of a vibrant Madison tradition!

đź“‹ Volunteer roles include:

  • Intersection Guides

  • Bike Ambassadors

  • Setup/Cleanup Crews

  • Information Station Guides

đź”— Sign up to volunteer at: www.ridethedrive.com

đź“… Event Date: Sunday, August 10, 2025
⏰ Event Hours: 10 AM – 2 PM (Streets closed 8 AM – 3 PM)
📍 Locations: McPike Park, Olin Park & Law Park, Madison, WI

Let’s make Ride the Drive 2025 unforgettable — share, sign up, and show up for one of the most iconic outdoor events in Madison!

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