Experimental Station

09/03/2026

🍻🚲 Cheers Over Beers for 20 Years!

Originally founded in the 1990s, Blackstone Bicycle Works became a program of Experimental Station in 2006 and has been empowering young people through bicycles ever since.

Do you like bikes, beer, and community impact? Join us as we raise a glass—and raise funds—to keep this important work rolling for the next generation!

📍 Goose Island Taproom
1800 W. Fulton St., Chicago, IL 60612

📅 Tuesday, October 6
⏰ 6–9 PM

We’ll also have a raffle featuring high-quality cycling gear and prizes from our generous sponsors, including SRAM, Kryptonite, Portland Design Works, Selle Anatomica, Patagonia, and more!

🎟️ Get your tickets today at this link: expstation.org/tickets or link in bio!

09/02/2026

🥵 It’s hot out! Come cool off at Ground Rules Game Night in our chill (literally 😎), spacious event space!

But really—come for the games, stay for the conversations, connections, and community. 🎲💬

📅 Thursday, Sept. 3
✨ Free + open to the public! And we've got snacks, too!

08/28/2026

🎟️ TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE NOW for Blackstone Bicycle Works’ 20th Anniversary Fundraiser! 🚲🎉

For 20 years, Blackstone Bicycle Works has empowered young people, built skills, created opportunities, and strengthened our community through bicycles. 💚

JOIN US FOR THE CELEBRATION with beers, delicious eats, and a can’t-miss raffle featuring high-quality cycling prizes from our generous sponsors, including SRAM, Patagonia, Kryptonite, Selle Anatomica, and Portland Design Works!

📅 Tuesday, October 6
⏰ 6–9 PM
📍 Goose Island Fulton Tap

🎟️ Get your tickets today! Link in bio or expstation.org/tickets

08/28/2026

🚲 Are you a Chicago youth who loves bikes and wants to shape the future of cycling in Chicago?

The first-ever Chicago Youth Bike Summit is for you! During the summit, you’ll connect with other young people, learn new skills, and gain the tools to advocate for safer, more accessible bicycle infrastructure in your community.

📅 September 19–20
🗣️ Youth-led conversations
🔧 Hands-on activities
🚴 Group rides
💡 Advocacy and community building

For youth ages 14-22. Spots are limited! Register today through the link in our bio.

Hosted in partnership with .dot

08/28/2026

🚲 Blackstone Bicycle Works at the Mayor’s Office Back-to-School Bash!

Bruce had a great time representing Blackstone Bicycle Works and connecting with young people, families, and community members at the Mayor’s Office Back-to-School Bash!

It was incredible to meet and interact with so many people, share more about our youth bicycle programs, and give away free bike helmets generously donated by Lime to help young riders stay safe on the road.

Thank you to Lime for supporting bicycle safety in our community, and to the Chicago Mayor's Office for bringing Chicago communities together for such a fun and welcoming event!

08/28/2026

Yes! 🚲 The first-ever Chicago Youth Bike Summit is happening at Blackstone Bicycle Works at Experimental Station on September 19–20!

With just four weeks to go, now is the time to register! 🙌

Are you—or a young person you know—passionate about biking and interested in bicycle advocacy? Join us to connect, learn, and build the skills to advocate for safer streets and more equitable bicycle and mobility infrastructure across Chicago.

📅 September 19–20
📍 Blackstone Bicycle Works | Experimental Station

🚲 Register today! Link in bio.

08/13/2026

🎉 Summer camp is officially over!

This summer, we had a little extra help from an incredible group of summer interns who dedicated their time to supporting, mentoring, and encouraging the next generation of riders and mechanics.

We're so proud of these young people for stepping up, giving back, and making a difference in the lives of other youth.

👉 Swipe through to meet our amazing summer interns and learn more about each of them!

08/06/2026

08/06/2026

Happening Today!

🎬 Love films centered on women? LGBTQIA+ stories made by women? Iconic '90s cinema? Or thought-provoking films that explore the social issues shaping our world?

Then Fresh Kill might be just for you.

Join us tonight for a screening of Shu Lea Cheang's visionary cyberpunk eco-thriller, followed by conversation, connection, and community.

🍿 Refreshments provided.
✨ Free and open to all.

See you tonight at Experimental Station!

08/03/2026

Park Heroes are coming to Experimental Station tomorrow! 🌳

Join Friends of the Parks for a Community Dialogue or stay for the Park Heroes Awards Ceremony.

This dialogue is part of Friends of the Parks' Community Dialogues series taking place across the city. Be part of the conversation shaping the future of Chicago's public spaces.

Link in bio to RSVP!

07/30/2026

Events in August at Experimental Station! ✨

📅 August 4 — Park Roots South Side Neighborhood Dialogue by@friends_of_the_parks 🌳
📅 August 6 — Ground Rules Movie Night: Fresh Kill by 🎬
📅 August 16 — ARCHIVING DISABILITY: Preserving, Recovering, and Centering Disability Art & Culture ♿
📅 August 25 — The Portal 🎨🎶

From community conversations and film screenings to artist-led talks and creative gatherings, Experimental Station hosts free public events throughout the year that bring people together through arts, culture, and civic engagement.

✨ Sign up for our newsletter to be the first to hear about upcoming events, and join us in building community on Chicago's South Side.

07/24/2026

🎨 Color hunting at the 61st Street Farmers Market!

Anthony, our Food Access Program Assistant Intern, joined Tiara, our Communications Volunteer, and Ying, our Communications Manager, for a colorful challenge: finding orange, green, and blue fruits, vegetables, flowers, and delicious treats around the market. They had so much fun! 🌿🧡🫐

Now it's your turn! Come color hunt with us this Saturday—or any Saturday through October 31—and discover vibrant produce, incredible local vendors, and some of the tastiest food in Chicago.

📍 Saturdays | 9 AM–2 PM
📍 61st Street Farmers Market

🌈 How many colors can you find?