On May 16th, CFFAM will host two free guided cycling tours on Arranmore Island for National Bike Week. Open to all ages, the event promotes health, sustainability, and local heritage, with bike loans, safety gear, refreshments, and a raffle. Tours begin at Arranmore Community Hall.
Open to the public. No booking required. Come along and give it a go!
Learn how to check your bike, spot problems before they are serious and fix simple problems like adjusting brakes, changing brake pads or tubes.
Or have me pump up your tyres, adjust your gears and brakes, oil everything and check everything is in safe working order.
And all free!
To offer free checks, minor repairs and advice
Bicycle Safety Checks, Deansgrange Library
This cycle will be shorter flatter, slower and involve a lot of off road route and so be particularly suited to less confident cyclists.
Our older adult cycle for Bike Week will take place on Friday the 16th of May at 3pm from Richmond Harbour in Clondra. The guided cycle will take place along the Royal Canal Greenway from Clondra to Killashee and back, a distance of 15km.
To learn cycling skills through play and offer bike repairs for 8-12 year olds
BMX racing, coaching, practice and training pop up event
Enjoy a free scenic cycle from Crough Wood to Kilclooney Woods, followed by a hike up to Coumshingaun Lake, and then cycle back.
See the romantic side of Bike Week with this special singles cycle and mingling event!
A fun and active camp focused on helping Beavers learn to cycle using balance bikes, while enjoying the great outdoors.
A relaxed social tour of a number of Cork City Galleries' current exhibitions for Bike Week: see works of art, cultured conversation, sophisticated canopies, and a lovely evening cycle. Limited to 20 participants due to gallery capacity so please book your space to avoid disappointment.
To dream of adventures on 2 wheels, and make them happen
The event is a Ladies only cycle, using a 40km loop out from Termon, Kilmacrennan, Ramelton, Milford and back to Termon. There will be a food stop providing strawberries and chat. The event is an opportunity for non-members to take part in a fully marshalled and organised ride at a pace that suits.
A relaxed evening cycle through Cloughjordan exploring local biodiversity and hunting for heritage trees. Meet at Centra, Main Street, Friday 15th May at 7pm.
Cycle Right Session & Bike Maintenance Workshop at Wexford County Council Offices, Carricklawn.
The Treasure Hunt in Westport is suitable for 13-17 years old secondary school students to cycle around Westport on a treasure hunt. This is a challenge and competition while it also promotes group cycles and is suitable for all levels of experience. This will take place at Westport Tennis Club F28 E1C2
Adult Only BMX Taster Session at Riverchapel Community Complex, Wexford.
A guided cycle through the first 20 Billion years of the universe from the big bang at St Patrick's Bridge from the birth of the first stars - for 16+ Younger children welcome in bike seat or trailer.
Join Waterford County Council for this Night Time Social Cycle along the green way for Bike Week on 16th May. Registration Essential to secure your spot through the link provided.
Join us for open air film screening in the heart Dublin City in the beautiful Meeting House Square to celebrate cycling culture in our city. Dublin's first Bike Week by Night event is an exclusive Irish screening of a captivating documentary that explores cycling as more than transport—it’s a journey!
ADULTS ONLY EVENTS 7am - 100km Black Road Loop 10am - 10km Beginners Couch to 30km 11am - 50km Keep it Local Loop FAMILY EVENTS 1-3pm Kids Bike Obstacle Course 3pm Tour De Village 4pm Bicycle BBQ & Boogie
Join us 17th May from 9am in Glenties during Bike Week for free bike “M-checks” by local mechanics, covering essentials like brakes, gears, and tyre pressure. Enjoy tea, coffee, and bike chats while learning basic cycling skills from our volunteers. Afterward, take part in a relaxed 10km cycle along the scenic local cycle path.
Bike Week is funded by the Department of Transport, coordinated by TFI and brought to you by the Local Authorities and Sport Partnerships.
