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November 7, 2026
Join us for the Columbus edition of Cranksgiving, a food drive on two wheels!
Ride your bike to purchase items to donate to the Clintonville Community Resource Center food pantry.
Then enjoy an after party at Combustion Brewing with a raffle and many prizes!
Route options of 5, 15, and 21 miles on quiet streets and the Olentangy Trail; each will have the option to join a group led by an experienced YAY Bikes ride leader. There is also an even shorter kid-focused ride.
Event Schedule:
9:00 Sign-in opens at Combustion (please do not arrive before this time)
9:30 Long Route depart
10:00 Medium Route depart
10:30 Short and Kid Routes depart
11:00 - 1:00 Drop-off open at CRC Food Pantry, 14 W. Lakeview Ave, Columbus, OH 43209
1:15 Prize and raffle drawing at Combustion
Please follow our Facebook event for updates @ https://www.facebook.com/share/1FPaTqWsRS/
FAQs
What do I need to bring? Obviously you’ll need a bike and a way to carry the items you purchase (how much you purchase is up to you). This could be a backpack, rack and panniers, basket, or even a trailer. Helmets are required and lights are encouraged. Locks are also recommended for while you are inside stores.
How much will I spend on food donations? There is no requirement. Buy as much or as little as you want!
I don’t consider myself a “cyclist”; can I participate? Of course! Cranksgiving is open to anyone with a bike and a sense of charity. This is not a race, and any bike will do. A mechanic will be present at the start to help with last-minute adjustments on bikes, so you can ride worry-free.
Is there an age limit to participate? We absolutely welcome kids to join us (you can ride as little as 3-4 miles), as we love giving them an opportunity to participate in being charitable. We just ask that anyone under 18 be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
Still have questions? Please send an email to CranksgivingColumbus@gmail.com