It is touted as the biggest year-end event of the cycling community.
This weekend, December 7 and 8, the local bike community takes over Paseo de Roxas in Makati City from 7:00 am to 8:00 pm for the Christmas pop-up event titled ‘Sleigh The Streets.’
Organized by the mobility groups AltMobility, Esteban Cycling Community, Esguerra Cycling Community, and First Bike Ride, the festive event has been made possible in partnership with Ayala Land and Make It Makati and admission is free.
30 pop-up booths offering a wide range of food, drinks, bicycles, apparel, and merchandise will be set-up at the event.
WORKSHOPS AND TOURS
Workshops related to active mobility are also part of the program, with Bicycle Friendly Philippines and Pinay Bike Commuter Community hosting cycling lessons on Saturday, December 7 at 7:00 am.
WanderManila will lead a Walking Tour of Makati starting at 8:00 am, while Brutalist Pilipinas, in partnership with Convenience Coffeehouse will launch a self-guided tour of Brutalist buildings in Makati.
OneTech Mobility Hub will be providing tutorials on electric kick scooters for those eager to try out active transportation on Sunday, December 8.
On the same day, at 7:00 am, Renacimiento Manila will host a Manila Heritage Bike Tour.
Another highlight on Sunday will be the curated exhibition by bicycle mechanic Marlowe Apeles, also known as Budol Buddy, who will showcase a collection of custom bike builds.
For younger visitors, Kick2Pedal will be offering a balance bike experience, ensuring fun for everyone.
The cycling community will come together for a year-end gathering featuring games, music, and merriment on Sunday evening at 5:00 pm.
Throughout the weekend, attendees will be entertained with live music provided by Leisure MNL, while the public can also check out bicycles, e-bikes, and electric kick scooters from brands such as Bambike, Bikeary, Built Cycles, Nakto, i-Wheels, Kick2Pedal, Popcycle, and Traction.
FOOD AND SHOPPING OPTIONS
Foodies can also explore offerings from various participating shops, such as b’s Patiserrie, Binibeani Cafe, HottuDoggu, Koko’s Hut, Leisure MNL, ManokoLoco Grill, Ramen-ya and Ugly Mug.
Coffee lovers will enjoy selections from Kohi, Kombi Brew, Solid Ground Coffee House, Stay Up Espresso Bar, Sulok Coffee and Wknd Coffee Co.
Local shops like 44Zero5, Baybayin Bags, Courier, Extasis Outdoors, Groundwork, Magdamag and Friends, Pucha Creations, Reiss Cycling Apparel, Sack It!, and Sinag Packs will provide shopping options to attendees.