Mare Island PedalFest start/finish/festival is located at 850 Nimitz Ave, Vallejo CA 94592 - click here for Google map.

ORGANIZERS AND BENEFICIARIES

Inspired by Congressman Mike Thompson (CA-05), who started an initiative to get more people moving, especially on bikes, Mare Island PedalFest is focused on gathering all ages and abilities for two-wheeled fun, food and frivolity. Produced in partnership with the Mare Island Brewing Co and Musto Studios, event organizer Ride Napa Valley brings forth a unique day of motion and memories as guests can ride as fast or slow as chosen, enjoy the flavors of beer and nourishment by the Brewing Co, and listen to the sounds of fans and cyclists during this multi-activity bike affair. The event benefits the Mare Island Historic Park Foundation (Museum), as well as the Napa Valley Vine Trail Coalition (a non-profit organization dedicated to building a 47-mile bike and walking path from the Vallejo Ferry to Calistoga). 2019 was the inaugural (year zero) of Mare Island PedalFest, with a focus on community, fun, and an eye towards an even more competitive races in the future.

ABOUT MARE ISLAND

Founded in 1854 as the first naval base on the West Coast and closed in 1996 after 142 years of incredible shipbuilding legacy, Mare Island is four square miles of former naval shipyard buildings, waterfront promenades, homes, and parks, all in varying stages of redevelopment. New breweries, wineries, and distilleries are moving into buildings formerly used for storing coal, housing officers, or hiding the Cold War’s secret documents. The former Captain’s row of houses now serve as the backdrop for numerous Hollywood movies. Brick buildings, the West’s first dry-docks, and majestic cranes remain as they were built, and—along with the local museum—reveal the rich history and contribution to the nation of this incredible shipyard. It is this combination of open and wide ranging terrain, buildings, waterfront vistas, and history, that make Mare Island the perfect playground for the inaugural PedalFest.

OUR SPONSORS

We would not exist without the generous support of our sponsors.