4th Annual Sanford’s Ride to Freedom
May 17 @ 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
This event isn’t just a bike ride! It is a journey through our community’s rich history. In celebration of Florida’s Emancipation Day, this ride will take you through some incredible communities and buildings that help shape Central Florida.
NEW THIS YEAR: · Participants will explore significant historical communities, including Georgetown, Goldsboro, and, new this year, Bookertown and Midway, providing a cultural experience alongside a scenic cycling adventure. Participants will also explore the Sanford Riverwalk, the Sanford/Orlando International Airport, and more Sanford landmarks.
Every registered rider will receive a complimentary Ride to Freedom active shirt, snacks and drinks before and during rides (sag stops), and a historical celebration & lunch at Hopper’s Academy.
What is Florida’s Emancipation Day? On January 1, 1863, President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation, freeing enslaved people in the Southern states. It was not until May 20, 1865, that the state of Florida was finally freed and the Emancipation Proclamation was actually in effect.