WHAT: The Red Ribbon Ride is a four-day, 300-mile bike ride that benefits Minnesota-based HIV/AIDS service organizations including Clare Housing, Minnesota AIDS Project, Rural AIDS Action Network and The Aliveness Project. Riders will travel from MOA to Lake City, Rochester, Northfield and finish their journey on the steps of the State Capital.

For more information on this event, click http://www.mallofamerica.com/events.

VISUALS: Hundreds of cyclists gathered outside Mall of America North Entrance

Hundreds of cyclists departing from Mall of America for 300-mile bike ride

Cyclists with decorated helmets and outfits

WHEN: Thursday, July 13, 2017

5 – 7 a.m.

WHERE: Mall of America – North Lot

ABOUT MALL OF AMERICA®

Mall of America (MOA) is the largest shopping and entertainment complex in North America. At 5.6 million square feet, MOA boasts more than 520 world-class retail stores and restaurants; Nickelodeon Universe, the nation’s largest indoor family theme park featuring 27 rides; SEA LIFE Minnesota Aquarium, home to sharks, sting rays and an amazing underwater tunnel; FlyOver America a 4D immersive flight adventure; Crayola Experience; Rainforest Cafe; Hard Rock Café; the nation’s longest indoor zip line and an 18-hole mini golf course.

The Mall, a top American tourist and vacation destination, opened in August of 1992 and is located in Bloomington, Minn., just minutes from downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul and adjacent to the MSP International Airport. Mall of America hosts more than 400 events annually, including concerts, book signings, celebrity meet-and-greets and community-focused cultural events. The Mall is also home to a 500-room Radisson Blu hotel, a 342-room JW Marriott hotel; office tower; grand entrance and more. Follow Mall of America on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, and visit our blog. Download the Mall of America app from the App Store for iOS or Google Play for Android.