May is Bike Month and there are events all over the Triangle aimed at celebrating bike riding and encouraging more people to ride.
In Raleigh, several organizations, including Oaks and Spokes, The City of Raleigh, Downtown Raleigh Alliance and more, are coming together to present Bike Month events, most of which are free.
Check out a big list of Bike Month events all over the Triangle!
Check out a list of events on Oaks and Spokes’ Bike Month page.
You can also find some events on Downtown Raleigh Alliance’s Bike Month page.
We are highlighting a few of the events below. The list also includes a few events that are held by Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources, but are held in Wake Forest.
Bike Bonanza
Friday, May 5, 2023
4 to 7 p.m.
Raleigh Union Station
510 W Martin Street, Raleigh
Free
Join Commute Smart Raleigh Friday, May 5th from 4-7pm at Raleigh Union Station plaza for Bike Bonanza. Have fun as part of downtown Raleigh’s First Friday. There will be live music, bicycle advocates, safety checks, bike share rides, a bike decoration station, AAA of the Carolinas, and a photo booth will all be part of this free family-friendly social event.
Mural Ride + Movie in the Park
Saturday, May 6, 2023
6 to 10 p.m.
“It Starts Here” Mural in Dix Park
801 Biggs Drive, Raleigh
Free
Join Oaks & Spokes for an easy and fun bike ride between some of Raleigh’s beautiful murals. The ride will begin and end at the “It Starts Here!” mural in Dix Park. This event is free and open to the public, just bring your bicycle and a sense of adventure. At the conclusion of the ride stick around for a free movie in Dix Park. The movie will be Inside Out, and will start at 8:30 p.m. There will be activities and food trucks on site starting at 6 p.m.
Marbles Bike Rodeo
Saturday, May 6, 2023
9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Marbles Kids’ Museum
201 East Hargett Street, Raleigh
Free (does not include museum admission)
Helmet fitting, bike tune-up, obstacle course, bike parade, bike decorating, traffic garden, spin art, more.
Open Skills Practice
Saturday, May 6, 2023
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Forest Ridge Park
2100 Old NC 98 HWY
Wake Forest, NC
Free
Skills elements will be set up in the grassy area near the mountain bike trailhead. Practice wheel lifts, roll downs, bunny hops, and skinnies. Helmets are required.
Women’s MTB Day Group Ride
Saturday, May 6, 2023
2 to 3 p.m.
Forest Ridge Park
2100 Old NC 98 HWY
Wake Forest, NC
Free
The first Saturday in May is International Women’s Mountain Biking Day! Join us for this guided mountain bike ride experience set specifically for female riders. Please register in advance but drop-ins are welcome. Helmet and closed toed shoes are required. We will meet near the wildlife garden. Ride is cancelled if the trails are closed. For the most up to date trail status, call the park office at 919-996-5800. Ages 14+
Bike-in Movie
Thursday, May 11, 2023
6 p.m.
Oak City Cycling
707 N Person Street, Raleigh
Free
Community Bike Repair Day with Oak City Cares
Saturday, May 13, 2023
1 to 3 p.m.
Oak City Cares
1430 S Wilmington Street, Raleigh
Free
Join Community Kickstand and Oaks and Spokes at Oak City Cares for the Bike Month edition of the community repair day, in partnership with Oak City Cares. This event is for Raleigh residents with some basic bike maintenance skills and allows our community to give back to those that may lack reliable transportation options, and rely on a bike as their main transportation option.
Balance Bike Obstacle Course
Saturday, May 13, 2023
10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Forest Ridge Park
2100 Old NC 98 HWY
Wake Forest, NC
Free
Riding a bike around an obstacle course can be a great way for a child to improve their riding skills while having fun! Bikes and helmets are provided. You bring the fun! Adults must accompany their children. Instructors will be onsite to assist and guide activities. Ages 2-6
Brews and Bikes
Tuesday, May 16, 2023
10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Exchange Plaza
219 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh
Free
Join Downtown Raleigh Alliance, Oak City Cycling Project, Left Hook Coffee and Oaks and Spokes for a morning of community and fun. Complimentary bike tune-ups are provided for all Downtown Raleigh employees along with a coupon for a complimentary cup of joe from the team at Left Hook Coffee.
Discover Downtown Sustainability Biking Tour
Wednesday, May 24, 2023
4 to 6 p.m.
Moore Square Park
201 S Blount Street, Raleigh
Free (registration required)
Downtown Raleigh Alliance is proud to host our first “rolling” Discover Downtown tour, featuring some of our most sustainable buildings in Downtown Raleigh. Stops will include 301 Hillsborough (a beehive and bike room!), Raleigh Union Station and Moore Square Park. The ride will end with an overview from the Sustainability Team at the City of Raleigh on efforts for our Community Climate Action Plan along with complimentary brews for participants. All participants need to bring their own bike and bike lock. Registration is limited to 40 participants.
Light Up the Night Ride
Wednesday, May 24, 2023
6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Crank Arm Brewing Company
319 W Davie Street, Raleigh
Free
Oaks and Spokes and Crank Arm Brewing are proud to present the Light up the Night Ride.
How does it work: Simple! Get some lights, throw them on your bike/person/helmet and ride! Get creative, get crazy, get flashy!
What time: Meet up around 7:00PM, there will be groups based on pace preference. The first group will leave around dark which will be 8:30pm and the second will leave shortly after that. One pack will cruise at 7-11mph and the other will roll at 11-15mph.
Both group rides will last roughly 1 hour. Hangout afterwards to enjoy some delicious beer. Lights are required to attend this ride.
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More Bike Month Events
Check out our feature about Bike Month in the Triangle or take a quick look at Bike Month events here:
