Thousands of cyclists of all ages took over the city streets for Leicester's sixth annual Sky Ride.
The five mile traffic-free route started at Bede Park and took in the King Power Stadium, the Town Hall, Cathedral Gardens and the Cultural Quarter.
There were attractions, free bike checks and the chance for people to test their riding skills during the six hour event.
People had the chance to cycle along with Olympic gold medallist pursuit rider Steven Burke and see BMX champion Keelan Phillips demonstrate his skills.
First timer Caitlin Geraghty,12, of Stoneygate said: "I have never done anything like this before. It is absolutely amazing."
Dad Mark Geraghty, who used to cycle to work in the city before his job changed, said: "I have lived in the Leicester for 12 years and this is the first time I have taken part.
"It is so enjoyable and very well organised. It's great."
Oliver Cadby-Lynch, six, of South Knighton, was cycling around the five-mile course with his dad Darren and mum Shean.
Oliver, who took part last year, said: "I like it. It is really cool."
Shean, 35, said: "It is a great family event that everyone can enjoy. There are lots of things you can pick up and you have a card which you can swipe to show all the places on the route you have visited."
Darren said: "It is a very healthy thing to do, to promote cycling and it is free."
Mum Caroline Tebbutt, 27, from the Narborough Road area, was taking part in her first Sky Ride on her newly-bought bike.
She said: "My children did it last year, I got the bike in the summer and I thought I must take part this year.
"It has been wonderful to be able to cycle freely around the city and to ride around the pitch at the King Power Stadium."
Keith Lakin of the Cyclists' Touring Club (CTC), which was running an information stall, said: "This is a tremendous event which allows cyclists to come out and ride the city streets in safety.
"We take the opportunity to give away information and safety aids like reflective strips so people can be seen in the dark."
Sky Rider participants could join a treasure hunt along the route with five family tickets to the King Richard III visitor centre up for grabs. A £1,000 electric bike was also on offer in a prize draw.
The event was organised in partnership between Leicester City Council, British Cycling and Sky.
City Mayor Peter Soulsby, who led off the event, said: "I know that thousands of people enjoy the Sky Ride every year.
"I'm very pleased that we're able to take this opportunity to illustrate just how accessible and welcoming our city centre is, as well as showcasing new attractions such as Cathedral Gardens and the King Richard III visitor centre.
"I'm also very grateful to Leicester City Football Club for offering us the chance to cycle through their stadium and celebrate their arrival into the Premier League."
