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The Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine in Harlem will hold its 26th annual Blessing of the Bicycles service on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at 9:00 am.

This event, preceding Bike New York’s TD Five Boro Bike Tour, welcomes cyclists worldwide.

Led by the Very Reverend Patrick Malloy, attendees will receive a blessing for a safe cycling season, with holy water sprinkled on each bicycle. A moment of silence will honor cyclists lost in the past year, followed by a celebratory bell ringing.

After the service, from 11:00 am to 2:30 pm, there will be a free helmet giveaway sponsored by Council Member Shaun Abreu. The NYC DOT will distribute helmets outside the Cathedral, with waivers required for adults and children under 18 years of age.