THIRD ANNUAL ATLANTA MOON RIDE WAS A GLOWING SUCCESS

ATLANTA – On Friday, June 19, 2015, nearly 4,000 people of all ages from across Atlanta participated in the third annual Atlanta Moon Ride benefiting Bert’s Big Adventure, a local nonprofit organization. The festivities began at 6 p.m. in Piedmont Park, kicking off the fun-filled evening with live entertainment from Ruby Velle and the Soulphonics, delicious food options from The Fry Guy, Burger ATL, Tikiz of Cobb County and Tex’s Tacos and a variety of premium drinks from ShockTop and Deep Eddy vodka. Attendees included The Bert Show’s hosts Bert Weiss, Jeff Dauler and Kristin Klingshirn.

As riders got ready to hit the streets, the energy and enthusiasm from the riders turned the dark evening into a bright night with a sea of glowing gear. Kicking off the ride at 10 p.m. were riders in neon outfits, glow sticks and colorful costumes, making the ride an exciting spectacle for all. The 6.5-mile ride, which started at Piedmont Park, took riders through some of the city’s coolest and most scenic neighborhoods including Virginia Highlands, Little Five Points, Inman Park and finished on the East Side Beltline Trail. The ride was both fun and safe, thanks to the Atlanta Police Department riding alongside bikers and regulating traffic.

One hundred percent of the proceeds from the night went directly to Bert’s Big Adventure, a nonprofit organization that takes children with chronic and terminal illnesses and their families on an all-expenses-paid trip to Walt Disney World. This year’s Atlanta Moon Ride raised $45,000 for the wonderful cause.

About Atlanta Moon Ride

The first night-cycling event of its kind to be introduced to Atlanta, the Atlanta Moon Ride is a 6.5-mile bike ride through some of the city’s coolest neighborhoods. Established in 2012, the Atlanta Moon Ride allows bike enthusiasts to ride at night without having to battle traffic. All proceeds benefit local nonprofit organization, Bert’s Big Adventure. For more information, please visit www.atlantamoonride.-com or follow us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/atlantamoonride), Twitter (www.twitter.com/atlantamoonride) and Instagram (www.instagram.com/atlantamoonride/)

About Bert’s Big Adventure

Established in 2002, Bert’s Big Adventure is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides a magical, all-expenses-paid, five-day journey to Walt Disney World® for children with chronic and terminal illnesses and their families. To qualify for Bert’s Big Adventure, children must be between the ages of 5 and 12, live in “The Bert Show” radio listening area, prove financial need and have never been to Walt Disney World®. Following the annual trip, Bert’s Big Adventure provides year-round support through initiatives such as the Reunion Adventures, the Fairy Godparent volunteer program and additional charitable services. The trip and programs create a community of families that establish lasting friendships with others facing similar challenges. Online at www.bertsbigadventure.org, www.facebook.com/bertsbigadventure, and www.twitter.com/bertsbigadv.

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