# Event Details - **Event Name**: WB&A Trail Season Opener - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 08:00 am – Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 01:00 pm - **Event Description**: Join us as we kick off the season on the WB&A Trail and celebrate the connection between Prince George’s and Anne Arundel Counties.About this EventCelebrate the start of the cycling season on the WB&A Trail (PDF Map) including the new trail bridge connecting Prince George’s County and Anne Arundel County. Riders of all levels are welcome for a morning of community riding, trail exploration, and fellowship.Jafe Cycling bike shop invites you out to highlight the newly extended WB&A Trail with local, regional and national partners, including Washington Area Bicyclist Association, Capital Trails Coalition, BikeAAA, Bike Maryland, and the East Coast Greenway Alliance.Ride Details:Saturday, April 18th morning. See ride details below for staggered departure times.Location: Jafe Cycling Bike Shop, 10250 MLK Jr Hwy, Bowie, MD 20720Arrival & Check-In Between 8-9:30 AMArrive during this window for a meet and greet with fellow cyclists and advocates, do a safety check of your bike, and learn more about the trail and surrounding network.Registration and brief bicycle safety inspectionsInformal meet-and-greet with the cycling communityWater and light refreshments availableVolunteers available to answer questions about the trail and route optionsSafety briefing to review trail etiquette, route, and ride support teamRoll-out Details9:30 AM – 44 mile Advanced Ride departs9:45 AM – 15 mile & 25 mile Intermediate Ride groups depart together15-mile group will turn around at bridge, 25-mile group will keep going to Odenton and return10:00 AM – 5 mile Family Friendly Ride departsRide Option Details1) Family Friendly Ride: 5 miles round trip: to Glenn Dale Splash Park and back. RidewithGPS route map: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/544049582) Intermediate WB&A Bridge Ride :15 miles round trip: to the WB&A Bridge over the Patuxent River and back. RidewithGPS route map: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/544049323) Intermediate WB&A Bridge and Odenton Ride: 25 miles round trip on full length of the WB&A Trail: to WB&A Bridge, Odenton, and back. RidewithGPS route map: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/544616834) Advanced Endurance Ride: 44 miles round trip, to BWI Airport Observation Deck and back. RidewithGPS route map: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/54404796What Participants Should Bring:Helmet (required)Water bottlesSpare tubeBasic repair kitComfortable riding gearPositive attitudeAgenda?: 08:00 AM - 09:30 AMArrival & Check-InInfo: - Registration and brief bicycle safety inspections - Informal meet-and-greet with the cycling community - Water and light refreshments available - Volunteers available to answer questions about the trail and route options - Safety briefing to review trail etiquette, route, and ride support team?: 09:30 AM Advanced Endurance Ride DepartsInfo: 44 miles round trip, to BWI Airport Observation Deck and back RidewithGPS route map: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/54404796 ?: 09:45 AMIntermediate WB&A Bridge and Odenton Ride DepartsInfo: 25 miles round trip on full length of the WB&A Trail: to WB&A Bridge, Odenton, and back. RidewithGPS route map: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/54461683 ?: 09:45 AM Intermediate WB&A Bridge Ride DepartsInfo: 15 miles round trip: to the WB&A Bridge over the Patuxent River and back. RidewithGPS route map: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/54404932 ?: 10:00 AMFamily Friendly Ride DepartsInfo: 5 miles round trip: to Glenn Dale Splash Park and back. RidewithGPS route map: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/54404958 - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bowie/wbanda-trail-season-opener/100001986362734410 - **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, Sports, Meetups - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Bowie - **state**: MD - **country**: United States - **location**: Jafe Cycling Bike Shop - **lat**: 38.9571072 - **long**: -76.82639460000001 - **full address**: Jafe Cycling Bike Shop, 10250 Martin Luther King Junior Highway, Bowie, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: WB&A Trail Season Opener - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/7f5609d1091b80e875bae0ace9b9a71c8c40d2b2c74162fb901f99d4732927d8-rimg-w1200-h800-dc161806-gmir.jpg?v=1775076330 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is WB&A Trail Season Opener being held? - **A:** WB&A Trail Season Opener takes place on Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 08:00 am to Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 01:00 pm at Jafe Cycling Bike Shop, 10250 Martin Luther King Junior Highway, Bowie, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing WB&A Trail Season Opener? - **A:** WB&A Trail Season Opener is organized by The Washington Area Bicyclist Association. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** WB&A Trail Season Opener is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Bowie, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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