Transport for Ireland

Green Schools Offaly - Cycle on Wednesday COW Initiative
2025-05-14 09:00 - 14:30 (Europe/Dublin) | Offaly Green Schools, Offaly, Ireland
Green-Schools would like to invite all schools currently on Travel and Global Citizenship Travel programmes, and those who have completed their Travel flag to take part in the Green Schools COW (Cycle on Wednesday) day on Wednesday, 14th May 2025.
By keeping a record of how many students cycle to school on COW day, your school can enter a competition to see which school has the highest number of students cycling on National COW day.
All entries to be submitted online by Wednesday, 21st May.
For further information contact Green-Schools info@greenschoolsireland.org
More detail, the link to submit and a handy guide are all available here.

Road Safety Awareness and Cycle - Inver NS, Donegal
2025-05-14 09:00 - 15:00 | Inver NS, Co. Donegal
Inver NS is holding a special event to help children understand road safety while cycling.
A local instructor will be invited to deliver a practical session on safe cycling. Pupils will also take part in a short cycle around the local area.
An in-school art competition will promote creativity around the theme of bike safety, and relevant safety information will be shared with all students to reinforce key messages.
This event aims to build cycling confidence, encourage safe habits, and celebrate Bike Week through both fun and educational activities.
For more information, contact Deyna Walsh, deyna@inverns.com

St. Josephs Special School Bike Week - Galway
2025-05-14 09:00 - 15:00 | St. Josephs Special School, Thomas Hynes Road, Newcastle, Galway, H91K095
Bike Maintenance Workshop
Fun Cycle
Treasure Hunt
All Wheels Count Event
Circus Bike Display
For more information, contact Sarah McGinley at principal@stjosephspns.ie

I Can Ride My Bike 2025 - Leitrim
2025-05-14 09:00 - 17:00 | Clooncarne Explorers Childcare Ltd, Clooncarne, Bornacoola, Co. Leitrim, N41W728
The preschool children will be taught safe bike riding habits.
A cycle track will be painted on the concrete play area and traffic lights and signs in place for children to learn about cycling safely.
There will be themed painting and colouring sheets available on the day.
The children will receive a high vis vest and an “I can ride my bike” certificate.

Scoil Chlann Naofa Cycle - Leitrim
2025-05-14 09:00 - 17:00 | Scoil Chlann Naofa, Ballinamore,, Co. Leitrim
Scoil Chlann Naofa will participate in a cycle.
The children from 3rd – 6th classes along with teachers, parents and volunteers will cycle 6km, from the school, through the town and out the golf links road.

Picnic Cycle and Identifying Local Pollinator Plants - Leitrim
2025-05-14 09:00 - 17:00 | Leitrim Community Training Centre
Leitrim Community Training Centre will take part in a guided cycle along the Blueway from Leitrim Village to Drumshanbo, identifying pollinator plants along the way.

Clonakilty Bike 4 Work
2025-05-14 09:00 - 17:00 | Clonakilty community bike project, Cork, Ireland
Donate your old bike and have it transformed for commute cycling.
At Clonakilty community bike project, Cork
Contact James for more information on this event at jkirby@corksports.ie

Clonakilty Bike Circus Bike Safety Checks
2025-05-14 09:00 - 18:00 | Bike Circus, Clonakilty, Co. Cork, Ireland
To get bikes ready for the Clonakilty Bicycle festival & summer season, Come learn about the Bike Circus and what it means to become a member.
Taking place throughout Bike Week 10-18th May, 9-6pm – taking place at Bike Circus in Clonakilty, Co. Cork
Have your bike safety checked for free.
Meet the Yard Dogz, our friendly crew of volunteers.
Email clonbikefest@gmail.com for more information.
More on Clonakilty Bike Fest here.

Clonakilty Bike Circus Bike Wash!
2025-05-14 09:00 - 18:00 | Bike Circus, Clonakilty, Co. Cork, Ireland
Bike Wash!
Everyday Maintenance for Safe Cycling – Degreasing, Lubricating, and M Checking Your Bike – BYO Bike Demo
Email clonbikefest@gmail.com for more information.
Taking place at Bike Circus Clonakilty – Co. Cork
More on Clonakilty Bike Fest here.

Clonakilty Bike Circus Family Cycling and Assistive Cycling
2025-05-14 09:00 - 18:00 | Bike Circus, Clonakilty, Co. Cork, Ireland
Family Cycling & Assistive Cycling – Funny Bikes for Special Cyclists
As part of this there is a Guided Video Presentation, at Bike Circus, Clonakilty – Co Cork
Email clonbikefest@gmail.com for more information.

More on Clonakilty Bike Fest here.

Clonakilty Bike Circus Event Series
2025-05-14 09:00 - 18:00 | Bike Circus, Clonakilty, Co. Cork, Ireland
As part of Bike Week 2025 Bike Circus in Clonakilty Cork the following are taking place:

Eldercycle and Greenway Adventurers
Silver Bullet Trishaw
Getting Back to Cycling
EBiking Comes of Age & Assistive Cycling
Family Cycling & Assistive Cycling

Amongst many other family friendly events – see the Bike Circus Clonakilty, Co. Cork
Email clonbikefest@gmail.com for more information.
More on Clonakilty Bike Fest, Co. Cork here.

Bike Week in Mayo Schools
2025-05-14 09:00 - 2025-05-18 17:00 | Mayo Schools, Co. Mayo, Ireland
Cycling Events are taking place across Mayo Schools for Bike Week 2025 between 10th to 18th May including:

Cong National School
Castlebar PS
Snugboro, Castlebar
Gaelscoil Raifteri, Castlebar
Foxford NS, Ballina
Ballina, Culleens NS
Westport Quay NS
Scoil Padraig, Westport
Holy Trinity, Westport
Gaelscoil, Wesport

Contact Janette in Mayo County Council and Sports Partnership team for more information at jslattery@mayococo.ie

Cork Big Bike Ride 2025
2025-05-14 09:20 - 13:30 | Cork County Hall,, Carrigrohane Road,, Cork, T12 R2NC
A fun cycle from Cork County Hall to Cobh and back.
Departing Cork County Hall at 9.20am on 14th May 2025, this cycle will proceed through Cork City and on to Cobh via the Dunkettle to Carrigtwohill Cycleway.
Following a short stop for refreshments at Cobh Heritage Centre, the group will return to Cork County Hall via the Cross River Ferry.
All participants are asked to assemble in the Foyer of Cork County Hall at 9.20am.

Schools Greenway Cycle - Louth
2025-05-14 09:30 - 12:30 | Omeath Park
We partnered with two local primary schools near the Greenway to encourage students to become more active by using the Greenway as a safe route for cycling to school.
We also engaged a local cycle right tutor to deliver bike safety and a bike check on the children’s bikes before they set off on their cycle. Children and adults will cycle to Marina for refreshments provided by Rabelo Cafe at the Marina, ice cream for children and coffee and tea for adults.
For more information, contact Barry Casey at barry.casey@louthcoco.ie

Free Bike Maintenance - Dublin 11
2025-05-14 09:30 - 16:00 | Ballymun Plaza, Ballymun, Dublin 11, Ireland
Dublin City Council is offering free bike maintenance and advice to the public at Ballymun Plaza from 9.30am to 4pm on 14th May
Whilst no booking is required, service will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis so arrive as early as possible to avoid disappointment!
Free bike maintenance and advice for members of the public at Ballymun Plaza – Ballymun Plaza, Ballymun, Dublin 11

Cycle Freedom Cork - Free Bike Rentals
2025-05-14 09:30 - 17:30 | Cork Bike Hire, Cork City Depot, Co. Cork, T12 YX76, Ireland
Free bike rentals during Bike Week 10 – 18th May, from 9.30am – 5.30pm
We aim to encourage people to get outdoors, explore the natural surroundings, and experience the joy of cycling.
Get ready to Pedal your way to freedom during Bike Week with our Cycle Freedom event!
Located: Cork Bike Hire – Cork City Depot T12 YX76

Dalystown National School Bike Week 2025
2025-05-14 09:30 - 2025-05-18 11:00
Cycle Safety week to Promote the benefits of cycling while ensuring that the pupils understand and adhere to the principles of Cycling Safety.

Senior Ladies Try a Spin Lawrencetown
2025-05-14 10:00 | Lawrence town Community Hall, Laurencetown, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway, Ireland
Older ladies fitness class incorporating indoor cycling, at Lawrence town Community Hall, Laurencetown, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway.
This event will incorporate indoor bicycle exercises with a chair based exercise class targeted at older ladies.
Email Loraine at lpardy3@gmail.com to sign up or for further information on this event.

Murroe NS School Cycle - Donegal
2025-05-14 10:00 - 11:00 | Murroe NS, Dunfanaghy, Co. Donegal
Pupils from the senior classes from Murroe NS will take part in a group cycle on a route nearby the school, while the Junior classes will take part in a cycling workshop in the school grounds.
For more information contact Nicola Ferry, nicola@murroens.com

Mens Social Cycle of Wilkinstown Greenway
2025-05-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Wilkinstown Greenway, Co. Meath, Ireland
Social Cycle for Men 50+ will take place on the Wilkinstown Greenway, Wednesday 14th May 2025 from 10am.
Great opportunity to get back into cycling and enjoy time outdoors with friends. Short Cycle roughly 10k round trip.
Meeting at Park Beo greenway Hub at 10am
For more information contact Paula Cunningham, pcunningham@meathcoco.ie

Scoil Glassan ag Rothaíocht le Chéile - Donegal
2025-05-14 10:00 - 13:00 | Glenveagh National Park, Co.Donegal
Glassan NS are planning a trip to Glenveagh National Park where they will take part in a guided cycle around the trails.
For more information, contact Roisin Doherty, roisindoherty@glassanns.ie

Our Lady's Bower - Wednesday Cycle to Moate
2025-05-14 10:00 - 13:00 | Our Lady’s Bower, Co. Westmeath, Ireland
To introduce teenage girls to the joys of cycling at Out Lady’s Bower, Co. Westmeath
TY students will cycle along the Greenway from Athlone to Moate and back.

An Oige Leisure Cycle To Kilcrea Abbey
2025-05-14 10:00 - 13:00 | Opera House, Co. Cork, Ireland
40km cycle from Cork Opera house to St. Olivers Cemetery, onwards to Kilcrea Abbey, Return via Kilumney.
Encourage leisure cycling, this event takes place 14th May from 10am
Contact James for more information on this event at jkirby@corksports.ie

City Commuter Bike Fitting & Bike Maintenance
2025-05-14 10:00 - 13:00
Bike fitting station and information at Penrose Dock & South Mall, Co. Cork for commuters and their bikes.
To improve the set up of commuter bikes to better suit their owners and help them with simple maintenance jobs for their bikes
Taking place 12th, 13th and 14th May from 10am -1pm

On 12th and 13th – it will be located at Penrose Dock
On 14th May – location is South Mall

Contact James for more information on this event at jkirby@corksports.ie

Inclusive Cycling Classes - Donegal
2025-05-14 10:00 - 14:00 | Craoibhin Community Enterprise Centre, Termon, Co. Donegal
Grassroutes Bike Hire will deliver eight inclusive cycling classes during Bike Week 2025 for students from Little Angels School and St Bernadette’s School.
Each session begins with a personalised bike assessment to ensure a safe, comfortable fit, followed by a tailored class from our inclusive cycling programme.
Participants will develop key cycling skills, including safety checks, bike handling, road awareness, and traffic navigation.
The programme also promotes physical activity, confidence-building, and reflection on personal progress.
With all bikes and adaptive equipment provided, this initiative highlights that cycling can be an accessible, enjoyable, and empowering experience for all abilities.
For more information, contact Mairead Giles, maireadgiles@grassroutes.ie

Wednesday Cycle to Moate
2025-05-14 10:00 - 15:00 | Our Lady’s Bower Secondary School, Athlone, Co. Westmeath, Ireland
For Bike Week 2025 on 14th May, Our Lady’s Bower Secondary School, Co. Westmeath will host the following event:
Students in the junior classes (2nd 3rd 4th) will cycle laps of the school yard, each student will aim to complete a kilometre daily.
Athlone to Moate
For further information on this event contact Westmeath Sports Partnership at info@westmeathsports.ie

Cycle Superstore Bicycle Display - Tallaght, Dublin
2025-05-14 10:00 - 15:00 | South Dublin County Council, County Hall, Tallaght, Dublin 24, D24A3XC
Display and information on different types of bikes available to purchase.

Free Bike Maintenance - Dublin 1
2025-05-14 10:00 - 18:00 | Guild Street, Dublin 2, Ireland
Dublin City Council is offering free bike maintenance and advice to the public on Guild Street from 10am – 6pm – 14th May
Booking is free but essential. Please do so here: https://tncycles.ie/bikeweek2025
Free bike maintenance and advice for members of the public on Guild Street, Dublin 1.

Introduction to BMX with Lucan BMX Club
2025-05-14 10:00 - 2025-05-15 15:00 | Lucan BMX Club, St Catherine's Park,, Co Dublin
On Wednesday & Thursday during Bike Week, Lucan BMX Club are offering secondary schools in Fingal the opportunity to come and try BMX.
They have 1hr time slots available from 10am – 3pm. Each time slot can cater for 26 students – suitable for 1st to 6th year.
All bikes and safety equipment will be provided but booking is essential.
For more information contact Stephen McGinn at Active.travel@fingal.ie

Fun School Cycle - Tobar an Leinn NS, Laois
2025-05-14 10:30 - 12:30 | Tobar an Leinn NS, Raheen, Co Laois
Children from the Senior classes will cycle from Tobar an Leinn School, Raheen to St Fintan’s Well and return to the school where refreshments will be served.
For more information contact Niamh Cunningham at office@tobaranleinn.ie
