Join DOT at a local community event happening near you. As part of the Big Jump, DOT will work with community partners to create programming in the neighborhoods of Jackson Heights, Corona, Elmhurt, and Elmhurst.
Know of an event going on? Email us at bigjump@dot.nyc.gov
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Event Cycle to Citi Field
On Sunday, September 29 Cycle to Citi Field with NYC DOT and fans city-wide for the last New York Mets game of the season! ⚾🚲 Cycle to Citi Field is a free cycling event featuring a guided ride to Citi Field followed by a baseball game. This event is open to the public and staff are encouraged to attend with family and friends. The goal of the ride is to showcase new and existing bike lanes in Queens while empowering New Yorkers to explore their city. All abilities are welcome for this event!
Date Sun, Sept 29, 2019, 1PM;
Start locations: Union Square, Manhattan, Grand Army Plaza, Brooklyn or Alley Pond Park, Queens.
RSVP The ride is free to attend, and discounted tickets are available to pre-registered attendees at imathlete.com/events/CycletoCitiField.
Bike rentals available at https://www.unlimitedbiking.com/events/cycle-to-citifield-bike-rentals/
Bicycle parking Bike racks available at Citi Field: First Base side of the Rotunda, Third Base side of the Rotunda, outside the Right Field Gate on 126th Street and outside the Left Field Gate.
Age limit Ride participants must be 3 years or older. Youths ages 3 to 9 must ride with an adult on a tandem bike, in a child’s seat, on a tag-along bike, or in a bike trailer. Youths ages 10 to 17 may ride their own bikes, but must remain in close proximity to the adult with whom they were registered.
Questions? Email: bigjump@dot.nyc.gov
Event Big Jump Helmet Fitting and Giveaway
Date Fri, August 24, 2019, 10AM-1:30PM;
Location Corona Plaza, 40-04 National Street, Corona, New York
NYC DOT has partnered with Rutger’s University to better understand perception’s and desires of bicycling in Queens, specifically in the neighborhoods of Jackson Heights, East Elmhurst, Corona, and Elmhurst. The University will hold one focus group with community members and a separate one with business owners or representatives to collect input on such perceptions and desires. We are also curious as to what types of activities, programs, or marketing would impact those perceptions. If you’d like to participate please email bigjump@dot.nyc.gov. Please provide advance notice for accessibility accommodations.
Event Business Focus Group for business owners or representatives
Date Mon, Feb 25, 2019, 7PM-9PM;
Location Elmhurst Hospital, 79-01 Broadway, Elmhurst, New York 11373, Room C6-11
Event Community Focus Group
Date Thu, Feb 21, 2019, 7PM-9PM;
Location Elmhurst Hospital, 79-01 Broadway, Elmhurst, New York 11373, Room C6-11
Event Queens Holiday Lights Social Ride
Date Fri, Dec 21, 2018, 6PM;
Location Diversity Plaza (Broadway Ave), Jackson Heights
Description Join the TransAlt Queens Committees for ride through Northeastern Queens, visiting houses with spectacular lights displays that delight both spectators and ConEd shareholders. Riders will begin at Diversity Plaza then head to the Flushing Library to start the ride officially at 7PM. Riders are recommended to deck out their bike in lights. More information on FB Page.
Event Holiday Helmet Giveaway
Date Mon, Dec 10, 2018, 2PM;
Location Elmhurst Hospital, Women's Pavilion, 78-20 41st Ave
Description Free bike helmets and protective gear will be distributed. The event is open to people of all ages.
Event Holiday Helmet Giveaway and Bike Safety Discussion
Date Tues, Dec 4, 2018, 3PM - 4 PM;
Location Elmhurst Hospital, 41st Ave, btwn 80th St and 81st St
Description Free bike helmets and protective gear will be distributed. The event is open to people of all ages.
Event Bike With a Doctor
Date Sat, Oct 27, 2018, 11 AM - 1 PM;
Location Forest Park, Park entrance at 115th St and Park Lane South (near Buddy Monument)
Description Elmhurst Hospital, Go Queens Ride! grantee, is holding a free bicycle ride and helmet fitting for pedestrians and bicyclists of all ages. Health professionals, educators, traffic safety professionals, community leaders, and law enforcement will be brought together to discuss bike safety issues.
Event Free Bicycle Camp for girls in Queens
Date Sat, Nov 3, 10AM-4PM; Sun, Nov 4, 10AM-4PM; Tue, Nov 6, 10AM-5PM;
Location IMI Corona at 111th St & Roosevelt Ave
Description BiCi, Go Queens Ride! grantee, is holding a bicycle camp in Queens targeting young girls. There are 10 spaces available so please attend! NYC DOT, as part of the Big Jump, has partnered with Building Healthy Communities on a grant to encourage cycling as a way to increase physical activity in the neighborhoods of Flushing and Corona.
Event Lemon Ice King & Empanada Ride
Date August 8, 2018, 6PM - 8PM
Location Queensboro Bridge, Queens
Description Transportation Alternatives Queens Volunteer Committee is holding a social ride to Corona for empanadas and ices. Meet up will be by the Citi Bike docks on the Queens side of the Queensboro Bridge at 6 p.m. Ride, eat, and hang out. Bring your bike and your wallet. All are welcome to join! Visit Facebook for more information.
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Event NYC Plaza Program 10 Year Celebration
Date July 14, 2018, 11AM
Location Corona Plaza, Queens
Description Join NYC DOT Commissioner Trottenberg to celebrate 10 years of the NYC Plaza Program at the newly opened Corona Plaza in Queens. The event will feature information from our partners, live performances 💃, and food 🍴! New amenities will include tables and seating, bike racks, and public art. Bike parking is a common requests we receive during outreach.
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Event Queens North Bike Bonanza
Date July 14, 2018, 11AM - 2:30PM
Location Frank O'Conner Playground, Elmhurst
Description As part of a Parks Build Healthy Communities grant, Jackson Heights Beautification Group and Make Queens Safer will be the hosts for a DOT helmet fitting and giveaway, a Bike New York Learn to Ride Class and a bike swap/repair session. Learn more about safety, group rides, mountain biking and track bike riding, and specific groups for women and latinos. For updates visit FB.
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Event Bike Film Festival for New York
Date(s) June 19-24 2018
Location Anthology Film Archives, 32 2nd Ave, New York, NY
Description The Bicycle Film Festival is a platform to celebrate bicycle through music, art, and of course, film. Ticket purchase is necessary. Check out the 2018 NY Program.
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Event Big Jump Mobile Workshops
Date 1 Monday, June 18, 2018
Date 2 Wednesday, June 20, 2018
Location Queens Center Mall, 90-15 Queens Blvd, Queens, NY 11373, By the escalator in front of JC Penny
Time 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Description NYC DOT NYC DOT will hold pop-up workshops in Big Jump neighborhoods to discuss different levels of bicycle network protection and provide an opportunity for input from residents. Stroll on by we’d like to hear from you!
Contact: bigjump@dot.nyc.gov
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Event Queens Community Board 3 Health Fair
Date Saturday, June 9, 2018
Location Corona Health Center, 34-33 Junction Blvd, Corona, NY, 11368
Time 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Description CB3’s annual health fair which includes raffles, giveaways, entertainment, and free screenings. Stop by NYC DOT’s table for bike maps, giveaways, and updates on the Big Jump.
Contact: 718-458-2707 (CB3)
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Event Big Jump Community Advisory Committee (CAC) Meeting
Date Wednesday, April 25, 2018
Location Elmhurst Hospital, 79-01 Broadway Ave, Room A1-22, 1st Floor, Elmhurst, Queens, NY
Time 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Description NYC DOT will hold the second Community Advisory Committee meeting for Big Jump and we are inviting local residents, community organizations, city agencies, and elected officials to discuss next steps for this project and provide updates on where we are. We hope you can join. If you would like to attend please RSVP.
Contact: bigjump@dot.nyc.gov
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Event Get Pumped! - Jackson Heights
Date Sunday, October 22, 2017
Location 78th St Plaza, 34th Ave & 78th St.
Time 10 AM – 6 PM
Description NYC DOT launched Get Pumped! Pop Up Commuter Assistance Stations as part of the #biketoberfestnyc cycling promotions in October. Find bike maps, bells, lights, and information at our Get Pumped! stations. Learn about the bicycle program and tell us what you think! There will be free bike tune ups provided by Mechanical Gardens and a guided bike ride starting at 1 PM from the station.
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Event Queens Hispanic Day Parade
Date Sunday, September 24, 2017
Location 37th Avenue from 69th St. to 86th St.
Time 12 PM - 5 PM
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Event Carnaval de la Cultura Latina
Date Sunday, September 17, 2017
Location Junction Blvd., between Roosevelt and 37th Avenue
Time 12 PM - 6 PM
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Event Jackson Heights Greenmarket
Date Sunday, August 6, 2017
Location 34th Ave at 78th St, Queens, NY 11101
Time 9AM - 3PM
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Event Queens Pride Festival
Date Sunday, June 4, 2017
Location 75th St and 37th Rd., Queens, NY
Time 11AM - 5PM
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Event Queens CB 3 Health Fair
Date Saturday, June 10, 2017
Location Corona Health Center, 34-33 Junction Blvd. Corona NY 11368
Time 10 AM - 3 PM