Bike Winthrop’s 7th Annual Halloween Bike Parade and Fun Ride

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On a postcard perfect fall Saturday in Winthrop, over 100 children and their grownups came out to ride their bikes & scooters (and some strollers!) in the 7th Annual Halloween Bike Parade at Ingleside Park, followed by a group costume ride around town ending at Drop Zone Brewery. Hosted by Bike Winthrop, this year’s event featured free bike repair, yard games, pumpkin decorating, music with DJ Cuzzi, a food truck, raffles and more.

The judges panel, consisting of Town Manager Tony Marino, Winthrop Public Library Assistant Director Mary Lou Obsourn, CASA’s Aaron Williams and Lantern Real Estate’s Leighann Eruzione, had a challenging task selecting winners for the trophies in categories such as “scariest”, “cutest” and “best decorated bike” as they watched well costumed parade participants roll by on the path around the park several times. Congrats to all the winners! Each year, Bike Winthrop presents a special award to a local business or community partner who has been particularly supportive of their events and mission and were proud to present this year’s award to Ace Woodside Hardware.

“From donating hundreds of bike lights each year to helping us find great deals on supplies for our bike repair kits to always putting our events up on their public message board, Ace has always been there to support us, and we are so happy to recognize owner Lauren Murphy for that support!” said Bike Winthrop co-founder Julia Wallerce.

More photos from the event can be found on the Bike Winthrop Facebook page. The group looks forward to offering more free bike repair clinics, community events and rides, and opportunities to make Winthrop safer and more accessible to people walking and biking. If you have other ideas or want