Athens Orthopedic Clinic’s annual Twilight Criterium is more than just a race. The event benefits Community Rocks, whose mission is to educate and empower youth and communities through music, arts and wellness. As such, it also includes an art market, live music and a kids zone in addition to its main races. The Twilight Artist Market will run both days in College Square Plaza and feature a variety of local vendors. Live music on Apr. 26 will kick off at 5 p.m. with performances from Liberty Painting Bikes & Mics Music, then continue on to the dirty, Americana-tinged rock and roll of Crenshaw Pentecostal at 7 p.m., the brass and upbeat choreography of Trumpetchics at 8 p.m. and finally local rambunctious funky rockers The Asymptomatics at 9 p.m. Kids activities include an open mic, a T-shirt design contest, bike decorating, sidewalk chalk, bouncy houses and more. Cycling and running races will take place across both days of the festival for all age groups and skill levels. They will be held in the 100 Block of College Avenue and will include a 5K, the Gambler race, amateur racing, the Fat Tyre Time Trial and the Twiathlon. Visit athenstwilight.com for a more comprehensive schedule and race registration information.
WHO: Twilight Criterium
WHEN: Friday, Apr. 26 & Saturday, Apr. 27
WHERE: Downtown Athens
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