Roast Ride

Roast Ride: FREE local coffee shop bike ride along the Indianapolis Cultural Trail!

The Indianapolis Coffee Guide and the Indianapolis Cultural Trail have teamed up to combine a few of our favorite things: local coffee + bikes + the Cultural Trail.

Join us for a fun-filled morning exploring the vibrant coffee scene in Indianapolis. Hop on your bike and get ready to pedal through the city’s iconic Cultural Trail, stopping at some of the best local coffee shops along the way.

Starting at Lugar Plaza, this beginner-friendly group ride is the perfect opportunity to support local businesses while also exploring the amazing Cultural Trail. Whether you’re a coffee connoisseur or just enjoy a good cup of local coffee, this bike tour is sure to satisfy your caffeine cravings.

As we pedal through the city, you’ll also have the chance to admire the beautiful sights along the Indianapolis Cultural Trail and learn more about the incredible impact the Cultural Trail has had on the city. This world-class urban bike and pedestrian path connects various neighborhoods, parks, and cultural attractions, providing a scenic backdrop for our adventure.

So grab your bike, bring your friends, and join us for a day of coffee, cycling, and exploration. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to discover the best coffee shops in Indianapolis while enjoying the amazing trail. Roast Ride is free, but due to limited space, registration is required.

Ticket Availability

Roast Rides are incredibly popular and tickets go fast! Although we have doubled the capacity since we launched in 2024, we still are limited to 30 participants for a safe, enjoyable group ride experience and to not overwhelm the coffee shops we visit. Tickets via Eventbrite for this ride will go live on February 8 at 10 AM.

Biking Options!

We recommend bringing your own bike if possible. However, we will be providing a limited number of free Pacers Bikeshare Bikes for each ride; please reserve this ticket type if you need to borrow a bike. You WILL need to sign an additional waiver for these. Pacers Bikeshare bikes must be docked or locked when not in use.

We also have adaptive bicycles, that are specifically designed for people who aren’t comfortable or have mobility challenges that make riding a two-wheeled bike difficult, that can be utilized. In addition to getting a  Roast Ride ticket, please complete this form ahead of time to ensure our team can get you the best bike to fit your needs.

IndyRides FREE!

Are you a Marion County resident? You can ride Pacers Bikeshare for free, 30-minute trips! Learn more and sign up today.  To receive your pass by the Roast Ride, complete the process asap.