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Parties, Festivals for Bicyclists There are plenty of opportunities this summer to tie your bicycling to other Chicagoland pleasures. Here’s a quick rundown of events the region has to offer: Share your love of bicycling in what will be the best bicycling party of the season – Chicagoland Bicycle Federation’s July 15 Bike Town Bash. Not only will you have an active and fun time, but your support will benefit the advocacy work of the CBF to continue such rich programs as Safe Routes to School, Drive With Care, and building better bicycle facilities regionally. The Bike Town Bash features dancing, food, beverages and a silent/live auction. CBF is sponsoring two music festivals in Union Park, Washington and Ashland avenues, that present a stunning lineup of indie rock artists this summer: the second annual Intonation Music Festival June 24 and 25 and Pitchfork Festival July 29 and 30. Bike parking is available at both. The Chicago Outdoor Film Festival in Grant Park shows free movies on Butler Field every Tuesday from July 18 through Aug. 29. Free valet bike parking is available at Monroe Street and Lake Shore Drive, courtesy of Chase Bank and Chicagoland Bicycle Federation. Bring the bike to Taste of Chicago (June 30 to July 9) and Grant Park’s music festivals. Avail yourself of the free Chase Bike Valet while absorbing a range of styles, from delta blues to Irish reels. Bike Valet is available at: Blues Fest June 8 to 11; Lollapalooza Aug. 4 to 6; Latin Music Fest Aug. 19 and 20; Jazz Fest Aug. 31 to Sept. 3; Celtic Fest Sept. 16 and 17.
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