Finally, Bike Parking At The Cottonwood Art Festival
We really enjoy going to the Cottonwood Art Festival. It’s probably one of the best artisan events in the Metroplex and it happens in one of our own neighborhood parks. Our only complaint about the festival is the insane automobile traffic and limited car parking during the event. There is no reason an event like this couldn’t have bicycle parking available to help ease some of those issues. Personally, I can’t think of a better way to attend a local, outdoor event, than to arrive on my bike. Reader and bike enthusiast, Brad M. also sent in the suggestion for a bike rack last year.
Well, it looks like event coordinators feel the same way. This year, at the front of the festival, there was a bike rack that was in full use. It was the only one, but it’s a great step in the right direction.
If you feel that bike parking is a good idea at this event, please contact the event coordinators and let them know. While you’re at it, tell them you would like more.
You Should Ride To The Cottonwood Art Festival
It’s the last day of the Cottonwood Art Festival and a PERFECT day to ride to it. Unfortunately, we didn’t have the time to commit to another Cruise To The Cottonwood Art Festival ride this time around. That shouldn’t stop you. Considering how horrible the parking situation is, riding a bike seems to make the most sense.
There are lots of great routes to Cottonwood Park. You could always catch the new Waterview Drive bike lanes to Dumont Drive (one block south of Belt Line Road). Go east on Dumont Drive until you reach the south side of the park.
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BFR Presents: Cruise To The Cottonwood Art Festival Ride
We’re heading over to the Cottonwood Art Festival at Cottonwood Park in Richardson. This will be a one-way trip from the Galatyn Park train station to Cottonwood Park. Once there, folks can stay and enjoy the festival for as long as they want (event closes at 6:00).
The Cottonwood Art Festival is one of the coolest art events in the Metroplex. There are many talented artisans along with lots of great entertainment.
Date: Saturday, May 1, 2010
Time: 1:00 pm
Start: Galatyn Park Train Station
Finish: Cottonwood Park
RSVP (if you can): Facebook Event Page
UPDATE: Here is the route map: View Cruise To The Cottonwood Art Festival map.
We will lead a courtesy return ride back to the station at an agreed upon time for folks who want to catch the train or return to their cars.
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