This bike tour takes thousands of cyclists from Philly to Atlantic City in support of first-responder families

The annual Ben to the Shore bike tour, a 65-mile charity ride from Philadelphia’s Ben Franklin Bridge to Atlantic City, supports Families Behind the Badge, a foundation aiding families of fallen or injured first responders. Hundreds of cyclists and spectators participated in the event on July 26, 2026, with organizers emphasizing community support for first responders.