Transport for Ireland

Gorey Bike Fest
2026-05-10 11:00 - 13:00 (Europe/Dublin) | Gorey Town Park, Gorey, Gorey, Wexford, N/A
A fun morning with bike-themed events in Gorey Town Park, including a short Family Slow Roll in Gorey town in association with Gorey Pedestrian and Cycle Association. Slow bike race; prizes for best dressed bike; face painting. Balance Bike Buddies will also be on hand to teach some basic cycling skills to younger children. Attendees are encouraged to ‘Bling your bike or sparkle your scooter,’ using ribbons, flags, repurposed materials and other items, to be in with a chance of winning a cycling-themed prize. Slow and steady will be the name of the game in the ‘Slow Bicycle Race,’ where participants in adult and child categories will compete to beat the slowest time and win a cycling-themed prize.
Those who are curious about electric bicycles will have a chance to cycle one around the park and discover a great way to get around, without even breaking a sweat. A highlight of Gorey Bike Fest is a “Slow Roll,” a fun all-ages cycle from the park to the town centre and back again (2.5km). Everyone taking part will receive a refreshment voucher for The Coffee Pod. Children must be accompanied by an adult and all participants must wear a helmet and high vis.

Doneraile Cycle on Quiet Country Roads
2026-05-10 11:00 - 13:00 | Doneraile, Doneraile, Cork
Participants will meet in Doneraile Park where bikes and helmets will be checked and adjusted if required. The group will then take part in a guided cycle along the quieter roads between Doneraile and Buttevant. The cycle will take approximately 2–2.5 hours at an easy pace suitable for casual cyclists. The route offers a pleasant mix of countryside views and quiet rural roads. The cycle will finish back in Doneraile Park where participants can relax and enjoy a coffee. Kids attending should be 16+.

Kildare Inclusivity Festival
2026-05-10 11:00 - 18:00 | The Curragh Racecourse, Newbridge, Co. Kildare,, Leinster, R56 RR67
Kildare County Council, in collaboration with Kildare Sports Partnership at this year Kildare Inclusivity Festival are hosting suppliers from around the country. CoMotion with Come ‘N’ Try a trike, Rehasence showcasing the power assist adapt bike for manual wheelchair users, Companion Bikes will be spinning around The Curragh Racecourse Parade Ring showing off the horsepower of their adaptable bikes. The Festival will have something for all the family onsite to encourage people of all ages and abilities to get involved in physical activity from cycling to a spot of inclusive tennis Come along and discover new possibilities of making cycling inclusive and chat to the experts.

Rathoe Family 5km Cycle
2026-05-10 11:30 - 12:45 | Rathoe Village, Co. Carlow
Please note: this event is only open to members of the fighting Cocks LGFC and GFC.
5km Cycle around the village of Rathoe

Kids Cycle Treasure Hunt
2026-05-10 12:00 - 14:00 | Bonny Glen, ardara, Co. Donegal, donegal
Now entering its 5th year, this family favourite event is the lynch pin of our club’s Bike Week.
Kids on bikes search for clues around the lake at Bonny Glen, a safe offroad environment. Gather all the clues, solve the riddle and exchange your answer card for goodies.
Ride anything! Scooters, balance bikes, trikes, stabilisers, dog sleds (yes!), we welcome all forms of pedals.
Kids of all ages welcome, parents too. And yes, of course we’ll have the ever popular fruit skewers.

Brompton Cycle around the Streets, Laneways and River Paths of Kilkenny
2026-05-10 12:00 - 14:00 | Canal Square, Kilkenny City
Join us for a spin that takes us around the streets of Kilkenny. This event will be at a slow pace and is suitable for all Cyclists

Mystery Bicycle Buffet
2026-05-10 12:00 - 14:00 | Skibbereen area, Gathering on the road outside Skibbereen Community School P81 P520, P81 P520
An afternoon of mystery and discovery on a bike! Cycle with us to enjoy the delights of West Cork food at beautiful West Cork locations. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Brompton Meet Up Kilkenny City
2026-05-10 12:00 - 14:00 | The Parade, Kilkenny, Kilkenny, Kilkenny, R95 YRK1, Ireland
Calling all Brompton Enthusiasts to join the fold!
Discover Kilkenny’s streets, laneway and river paths with local guide, Charlie.
Meet at 12 on The Parade and finish with refreshments at Sullivan’s Brewery.
Contact Charlie to book: 087 6321007.

Pedal Power
2026-05-10 12:00 - 16:00 | Eamonn Ceannt Park, Clogher Road, Crumlin, Dublin 12, Crumlin, Dublin, NA
Join Dublin City Council for its flagship Bike Week event at Pedal Power 2026! This is a family-friendly festival for all things bike. We will have BMX displays from Fire Ride, challenges, workshops, a cycle school and much more.

Children's Community Cycle Challenge
2026-05-10 12:30 - 14:00 | Sports Park, Ballinahown, Ballinahown, Athlone, Co. Westmeath
Encourage children of all ages and ability to cycle.
The event will take place at the walking/cycle track in Ballinahown, located in the sports park. The challenge is to cycle 150 kms as a community. Younger children can cycle around one lap and old children will cycle several laps. Each lap is approximately .75 km. We will have refreshments for participants and families … promoting a community event.

Pedal Pals Orienteering Adventure
2026-05-10 12:30 - 14:00 | Douglas, Ballybrack Woods, Douglas
Fun bike orienteering course for younger children (approx. 4-9 years).

BST Bike Week Event
2026-05-10 12:30 - 14:30 | Ballincollig, Biodiversity Hub.
A cycle around Ballincollig, to include a section through the Ballincollig Regional Park and an information talk. Bike mechanic workshop and refreshments to conclude the event.

Intro to Mountain Biking at Castlecomer Discovery Park
2026-05-10 12:30 - 15:30 | Castlecomer Discovery Park, The Estate Yard, Drumgoole, Castlecomer, Castlecomer, Co. Kilkenny, R95HY7X, Ireland
Come and try mountain biking for free! Discover the joy of trail riding thanks to this free event funded by Kilkenny County Council as part of Bike Week 2026.
Adults: 12.30-1.30pm bikes and helmets included
Teens age 12-17: 1.30-2.30pm bikes and helmets included
Kids age 7-11: 2.30-3.30pm own bikes required
To book, contact Aisling at 089 4750183 or aisling@trailbikebody.ie

The Mayors Cycle
2026-05-10 15:00 - 16:30 | Skerries Mills Car Park, Townparks, Skerries, Co. Dublin, Dublin
The Mayor of Fingal, Tom O’Leary invites you to come and join our 5km Mayors Cycle around Skerries. The event is a free community cycle, led by Skerries Cycling Initiative around the town. The event is a slow, relaxed family cycle to celebrate Bike Week in Skerries. Join us afterwards for tea and coffee from The Last Lap Café. The event is free, but signing up is essential.

Balance Bike Buddies Party
2026-05-10 15:00 - 16:30 | Holywell Learn 2 Cycle Track, Holywell Park, Holywell, Swords, Co. Dublin, Dublin
Our Balance Bike Buddies will be holding their Fancy Dress Bike Week Party on the Holywell Learn 2 Cycle Track on Sunday 10 May at 9:30am. We’ll have our Friends from The Green Roots on hand playing music, decorating bikes and leading our Balance Bike Parade and we’ll have some Bike Week goodies for all our Balance Bike Buddies as well. No need to register, simply show up on the morning and enjoy the party.

South-East Greenway Community Cycle
2026-05-10 15:00 - 17:00 | South-east Greenway Car Park Rosbercon, Rosbercon, New Ross, Wexford, N/A
Join us for a leisurely cycle on the South East Greenway. Starting from the greenway car park in Rosbercon, New Ross and heading towards Glenmore, the cycle will be at a relaxed pace, taking in the beautiful scenery of the Barrow valley. Refreshments will be served afterwards in Rosbercon. No bike? No problem! Limited adult bikes available to borrow (must book in advance when registering online).

Thomond Thread Cycle
2026-05-10 16:00 - 18:00 | Mayorstone Quarry Park, 52.671950, -8.646776
Get to know your cycle lanes!
As part of Bike Week Limerick, join the Thomond Thread, a guided group cycle designed to help people get to know the network on the Northside and see how cycle lanes link across the city. Did you know there are over 115 km of cycle lanes in Limerick?
This is a relaxed, inclusive group ride, led by experienced bike leaders and using cycle lanes as much as possible. The route is flat and loop based, with short loops of up to 5 km. Participants can choose how much they cycle – if you’re comfortable completing all the loops, the total distance is up to 15 km.
The ride is suitable for all ages and abilities and is about building confidence for everyday cycling.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Easy Coastal Cycle & Sauna Experience
2026-05-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Dunmoran Strand, Carpark Dunmoran Strand, Sligo, 0000
Celebrate Bike Week with a relaxed evening cycle along the stunning Dunmoran Strand.
This is a social, easy-paced ride lasting approximately 1 hour, taking in the coastal scenery before finishing at a beachside sauna experience with Sauna Sasta.
After the cycle, we’ll finish with a sauna session at Sauna Sasta – the perfect way to relax and recover.
Date:
10th May – Sunday
Time:
7:00pm – 8:00pm: Cycle
8:00pm – 9:00pm: Sauna
Starting Point:
Carpark at Dunmoran Strand Beach, Co. Sligo.
Important Information:
For adults 16 years + only
Limited availablility – booking is essential
Bikes and helmets can be provided, but participants are encouraged to bring their own where possible (limited supply available)
Participants must be comfortable cycling on the road as the route includes public roads
All instructors and providers are fully qualified and insured
Cost:
Free of charge
What to bring:
Layers of comfortable sports clothes that allows free movement for cycling.
Sauna gear (swimsuit/sports shorts + towel)
Water and snacks.
Warm clothes for post cycle and sauna.
Further Information Contact:
Jackie – Sauna Sasta: 083 330 5897 – https://saunasasta.ie/
William: 087 125 9594 – info@northwestadventuretours.ie
Website: https://northwestadventuretours.ie/
Weronika: 086 813 1773 – weronika@sligosportandrecreation.ie
Website: https://www.sligosportandrecreation.ie/

Glenveagh Cycle
2026-05-11 | Glenveagh National Park
Our school will be visiting Glenveagh for an engaging bike safety talk. Senior students will also have the opportunity to take part in a guided cycle into the castle, making for an enjoyable and educational experience.

Donegal Bay Skills Evening
2026-05-11 | St John Bosco Centre, St John Bosco Centre- Donegal Town, Donegal
Join us for an informative and practical cycling skills workshop designed to help riders of all levels cycle safely and with confidence. Whether you’re a club member or completely new to cycling, this session is perfect for anyone looking to improve their road awareness, handling skills, and overall riding technique.

Inclusive Cycling for Everyone
2026-05-11 | LiKe Bikes – Rathkeale Greenway Hub, Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, V94 4H30
At LiKe Bikes Greenway Cycle Hire, we believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to experience the joy and freedom of cycling.
As part of Bike Week, we are proud to host Inclusive Taster Sessions at our Rathkeale Hub designed specifically to open up cycling to people of all abilities.
This is more than just a bike ride—it’s an opportunity to build confidence, create connection, and experience independence in a safe, supportive environment.
🌿 What to Expect
On the day, participants will have the chance to:
▪︎Try our specially adapted disability cycle fleet in a relaxed, welcoming setting
▪︎Receive guidance and encouragement from qualified cycle trainers
▪︎Explore cycling at their own pace—no pressure, no expectations
▪︎Enjoy the beautiful Greenway in a fully inclusive atmosphere
We also warmly welcome families, friends, and carers. Standard bikes will be available so everyone can take part together—making it a shared experience, not just an individual one.
💛 Our Purpose
Our aim is simple but powerful:
To remove barriers and make cycling accessible to everyone, regardless of ability, confidence, or experience.
For many, this may be the first time trying a disability bike—and that first experience can be life-changing.
🌟 Why It Matters
Cycling is not just about movement—it’s about:
Freedom
Inclusion
Wellbeing
Belonging
Through these taster sessions, we hope to ignite confidence, inspire participation, and show that cycling truly is for all.
📍 Join Us
Come along, try something new, and be part of a movement that is making cycling more inclusive across Ireland.
Everyone is welcome. Every ability is celebrated.
We will provide a full induction and demonstration as well as on-site technical support and all of the participants will be issued with appropriate PPE.

School and Community Cycle – Ramble around Claddagh
2026-05-11 - 2026-05-15 | Claddagh National School, Galway
School assembly on cycling benefits for health and the environment. Age-appropriate bike training sessions focusing on road safety and cycling skills. Cycle Repair Workshops with local mechanics teaching basic bike maintenance and repairs. Join the hosted City Centre Cycle parade with Galway City Council involving local schools. Skill-based Sessions for balance, signalling and navigation practice. Ramble around Claddagh area to explore the local neighbourhood by bike to encourage sustainable travel. Incorporate interactive challenges and fun cycling games to engage all pupils’ skills and foster lifelong cycling habits.

Velodrome taster sessions
2026-05-11 - 2026-05-15 | Sundrive velodrome, Eamon Ceannt Park, Crumlin, Dublin 12, Dublin 15, D15 AC8C
We propose to offer schools the opportunity to bring classes to try riding on Sundrive velodrome. Over the course of a school day we can accommodate up to 48 children split into smaller groups. We provide bikes, helmets and cycling shoes for participants.
A day out at the velodrome offers participants a unique experience where they ride on a banked track on fixed wheel bikes with only one gear.
We will have three accredited coaches on hand throughout the sessions.

Ballymore Bikers
2026-05-11 - 2026-05-15 | Scoil Eoin Naofa, Ballymore, Mullingar, CO.Westmeath, Westmeath, Ireland
Bike workshop & Cycle to school every morning to get people together in a safe and secure way in order to enjoy our locality by bicycle

Second Year Spin Off
2026-05-11 - 2026-05-15 | Marist College Athlone, Retreat Road, Athlone,, Westmeath, N37RX31
The aim of this event is to end the academic year with a fun and memorable afternoon on the Greenway.
Students bring their bikes to school for the day and we cycle 15km to Moate for a short picnic and then return home.
We will access the Greenway from the back gate of the school grounds and will provide a few bikes to any students who do not have any.

St Colmans NS- Bike Week
2026-05-11 - 2026-05-15 | St Colmans NS, Delvin Road, Belview, Mullingar Westmeath, Westmeath
To encourage children to cycle to school and discuss bike safety.
Cycle to school day , Obstacle course, Lunch time cycle , Coloring competition ,Bike labelling & Poster competition

Bring your bike to school week.
2026-05-11 - 2026-05-15 | Coralstown National School, Coralstown Mullingar Co Westmeath, Westmeath, Ireland
We aim to encourage students to cycle safely to school each day during bike week with a hope that children might continue after bike week as the weather improves and days get brighter. Our school is along a busy road so safety will be our priority and will instruct children to cycle safely with their bikes and helmets. On May 15th we propose to bring our senior classes along the canal as this is a very safe space to cycle.

Pedal Power Week
2026-05-11 - 2026-05-15 | Scoil Chroí Naofa, Rochfortbridge, Co. Westmeath., Co. Westmeath.
Event Aim: To encourage pupils and families of Scoil Chroí Naofa to adopt cycling as a healthy, fun, and environmentally friendly way to travel to school, while promoting road safety, confidence, and community participation.
Monday – Launch Day
· Whole-school assembly
· Explain rules:
o Cycle if you can
o Helmets encouraged
· “Count Your Cyclists” board begins
Tuesday – Safety & Skills Day
· Teachers note daily participation
· Short safety talk (classroom or yard)
· Demonstrate:
o Helmet fitting
o Hand signals
· Optional:
o Simple obstacle course in yard
Safety is key—helmets significantly reduce head injuries
Wednesday – “Bling Your Bike” Day
· Children decorate bikes/helmets
· Mini parade around yard
· Colouring competition / Bike safety Poster competition
Thursday – Bike Challenge Day
· Class vs class challenge:
o Which class has most cyclists?
Friday – Celebration Day· Prize giving:
o Best effort
o Most cyclists
o Best decorated bike
o Competition
· Certificates
· Group photo

Cycle to School Day
2026-05-11 - 2026-05-15 | Rahugh NS., Rahugh, Kilbeggan, Co. Westmeath, Westmeath
To encourage more children to cycle to school
Pupils will cycle all or part of the way to the school from home

Obstacle Course
2026-05-11 - 2026-05-15 | Loreto College Mullingar, Mullingar, Co. Westmeath, Westmeath
To encourage how easy is it to bring and use your bike. Bring the fun back into cycling for our students.
Fun relay obstacle courses on our astro pitch. Also we will encourage a cycle to school day and get students to showcase off their bikes and how to mind and maintain their bikes.
