Markham Cycling Day

York Region’s largest public cycling event, presented by Aviva Canada!

Date: Sunday, September 22, 2019
Time: 8 AM to 3 PM
Location: Markham Civic Centre — 101 Town Centre Blvd.

Ready. Set. Cycle!

Hit the road for a 10km, 15km, 30km or 60km ride on the Tour de Markham – right here in Canada’s most diverse city.
Have a young cyclist in the family? Sign up for children’s bike races (ages 3 to 10).

Markham Cycling Day offers a safe, fun and educational experience that encourages people of all ages and skill levels to get out and get active, while enhancing their passion for cycling.

Registration is free. Space is limited.

This is a rain or shine event.

Online Registration

Required for Tour de Markham and Children's Bike Races

Event Schedules

Parking, Transit or Cycle

Tour de Markham Routes

Inspire. Learn. Grow.

We are looking for volunteers who are 14 years of age or older and who can make a minimum commitment of 6 hours on Sunday, September 22, 2019.

It is only through the help of many volunteers that we are able to host Markham Cycling Day. Our volunteers are our friendly ambassadors who set up booths and provide on-site support. They are vital to the success of this annual event.

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Volunteer Descriptions

GENERAL ON-SITE SUPPORT (at main site)

Registration: Accept registrations and verify completed waiver forms. Hand out sponsor literature. Hand out wristbands and giveaways to children’s races participants for the age group entered. Hand out maps, wristbands and giveaways to Tour participants for the tour entered.
Race Control: Identify first, second and third place riders as they cross the finish line for Children races. Hand out participation ribbons to all other participants under 10 years of age. Monitor Starting Line. Assist racers at corners, informing them of upcoming turns and directions. Move traffic pylons as required for races of different lengths. You may also assist participants in locating the parking area. Assist spectators in crossing the children’s bicycle race course.
Food Server: Assist with serving lunch to eligible participants. Assist with handing out and collecting tickets for lunch. Assist with on-spot lunch purchases.
Information Booth / Greeter: Greet participants as they arrive. Assist participants and spectators in locating desired locations and scheduled events. Additionally assist with set- up and tear-down of booths including placement of tables, banners, traffic pylons, barricades and directional signs as required.
Bike Decorations: Assist younger children in adding decorations to their bicycles. Keep the area clean and tidy, and monitor the supply of decorations.

GROUP RIDE MARSHAL (bicycle/helmet required)

Race Pacer: As part of the Race Control team, you will be the lead rider in front of the race group or the sweeper on the race course riding with the racers.
Tour Route support: Remain at a certain point on the course to keep a watchful eye on traffic, keep people on track and provide encouragement. Assist Tour de Markham riders in correct direction. Experienced volunteers may also lead a tour

REST STOP (off-site, transportation required)