Gwinnett Bike Fest in downtown Norcross July 25

City event includes a parade, games, and giveaways

The Gwinnett Bike Fest is back, bigger, better and longer. From July 22nd through July 26th, cyclists will have the opportunity to compete in six races. From the world renowned race track, Road Atlanta, to historic downtown Norcross, the 2009 Gwinnett Bike Fest will be one of, if not the biggest race in the Southeast. Two charities will benefit from this year's Bike Fest event: the American Cancer Society and the Foster Children's Foundation. This year's Gwinnett Bike Fest is a part of the newly formed Georgia Cycling Gran Prix, Georgia's new cycling points series with 12 events over 25 weekends produced by four different promoters.

For race listings and other information, please go to www.GeorgiaCycling.net.

On Saturday the 25th, Downtown Norcross will be packed with cyclist of all ages, with criterium races starting at 2:00 p.m. and lasting throughout the evening. But don't wait until 2:00 pm. The day gets started with a parade at 9:15 a.m. and will include a full day of family fun, with rides, including the always popular, Tiara's in Twilight, Radio Disney. Mickey will be here, along with a bike stunt show and all of your favorite government officials will be riding as well. For a complete schedule of events, call Rip Robertson at 678-421-2025.