Bike Banquet
3pm - 6pm
Celebrate the cycling community at the Bike Banquet, immediately following the Iowa Bike Expo. Enjoy an afternoon of live music, delicious food and drinks, and inspiring stories from renowned speakers.
The banquet will bring together donors, advocates, partner organizations, and cycling enthusiasts, providing a chance to reflect on our shared successes and look ahead to the future of the cycling community. It’s an event you won’t want to miss! All funds will go to support the Iowa Bicycle Coalition's mission to promote safe, accessible, and enjoyable bicycling for all in Iowa.
With registration for the Bike Banquet, you'll receive free beer while supplies last, food, a commemorative item, keynote talks from renowned speakers, and extended access to the Silent Auction!
Banquet Keynote Speakers
Ayesha McGowan
Ayesha McGowan is a pioneering professional road cyclist and a leading advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion in the sport. Now retired, she was the first ever African-American woman pro road cyclist in the world, and is still using her platform to inspire and create pathways for others.
Connor Fields
Connor Fields is a three-time Olympian, two-time World Champion, and the only American to win Olympic BMX Gold. At the 2021 Tokyo Games, he suffered a severe crash resulting in life-threatening injuries, requiring extensive rehabilitation. Connor motivates audiences with his journey, answering the ever present question: “Now what?”