For a decade local Cork artists have been hard at work creating their bike art masterpieces: this year's exhibition is a retrospective of previous Bike Week art exhibitions and last year's International Mail Art Call. Opening reception from 6:30pm on Thursday the 8th. With a few nibbles in hand & A glass of wine please […]
Meet by Parc Ui Chaoimh and cycle on the greenway to Rockville/Passage West. Cycle to Suaimhneas Saunas, Blackrock Road for a 30 min sauna, then it’s a short cycle back to Parc Ui Chaoimh. All cycling on greenway, with the exception of a 1km stretch from Blackrock Village to Blackrock Castle. Four ebikes will be […]
Tour de Cork - Children's Art Competition. Children around Cork County will be in with a chance to see their cycling themed art entry printed on a t-shirt. Go to your local library, pick up an entry form and start drawing!
Tour de Cork - Children's Art Competition. Children around Cork County will be in with a chance to see their cycling themed art entry printed on a t-shirt. Go to your local library, pick up an entry form and start drawing!
To get the train in Midleton, attend the park run and cycle the Midleton greenway as one of our women's wellness events. This event is for Cork Tri Club members
We will offer advice to parents on getting children cycling using balance bikes and give children a taste of using a balance bike on a small obstacle course. Note: Suitable ages are 2-5.
Try-A-Bike for kids and teenagers / Family and Social Group Rides for all ages and abilities.
Mechanics from Cork Community Bikes will thoroughly check your bike and carry out any small repairs as needed. We'll explain and give advice on looking after your bike.
A social cycle out to Passage out the old railway greenway. There will be a break for a picnic in Passage before beginning the journey back to the city.
We will organise a cycling event on a Saturday morning as part of our Saturday Morning down the Marina Walkway. We will bring along various options handcycles, para running bike trikes etc and have some members and siblings on their own bikes. We want to allow kids try out the various options and explore what […]
We'll meet at Parc ui Chaoimh (Marina entrance) and cycle along ‘The Line’ to Passage West for an ice cream and back. 16km round trip. The event will finish with a raffle for Bike Week goodies.
Free Bike Doctor at the Skibbereen Market
We'd like to once again run a community bike Maintenance workshop. This year we hope to incorporate it into our annual Community Picnic to encourage higher participation
Mechanics from Cork Community Bikes will thoroughly check your bike and carry out any small repairs as needed. We'll explain and give advice on looking after your bike.
Cycle from community Centre to Village
A gentle cycle for all ages with stops for us to share songs inspired by Cork’s history, nature and our journey.
This special Fix Your Bike session will allow people to learn to fix their bike with help from mechanics. Mechanics will run through full bike checks with you, and a limited amount of small parts will be offered for free for repairs. Refreshments provided
We'll have a cycle fun day and games in the Skate Park, Mardyke Walk. The day will be filled with Bike Olympics events such as slow bike races and bike salom in what is sure to be a fun-filled day. Or you can relax with a picnic and watch the fun. Suitable for all from […]
A relaxed social tour of the Street art around Cork City. We'll find out more about iconic works we all know and find some hidden gems you might not know about. A very slow and easy cycle particularly suitable for less confident cyclists.
Cycle to Amenity Park Ringaskiddy, Coffee stop in Park or Cafe in Ringaskiddy, Return via Carrigaline, Douglas. Approx 30km
50km guided and assisted beginners cycle
Try-A-Bike for kids and teenagers / Family and Social Group Rides for all ages and abilities.
We will offer advice to parents on getting children cycling using balance bikes and give children a taste of using a balance bike on a small obstacle course. Suitable for children 10 years of age or older.
"Participants will be guided by ride leaders as they cycle from Midleton to the Mogeely section of the MY Greenway. A brief stop will be made in Mogeely, where you can enjoy picnic items you bring along, or grab a refreshment from the coffee trailer. You are welcome to bring your own bike; if you […]
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 […]
A family-friendly bike ride stopping often to notice nature, led by nature guide Jo Goodyear. The ride will start at the Centre Park Road entrance of Marina Market.
Cycle out the Lee Valley, along the river, through the park, by the 7 the century monastery, thought the woods, along the lake past Dripsey Castle, along hidden byways to a secret waterfall and maybe climb trees and swim along the way. Don't forget to bring something for the picnic.
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.
Fun bike orienteering course for younger children (approx. 4-9 years).
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.
Mechanics from Cork Community Bikes will thoroughly check your bike and carry out any small repairs as needed. We'll explain and give advice on looking after your bike.
A 2-hour guided creative exploration for all ages, taking in the city's beauty through cycling and sketching our iconic places. Materials provided.
We will host a family fun cycle. The event will consist of basic bike and helmet set up and maintenance with our cycle coach (last year it was amazing watching the young children take the learning on board). Then we will lead the group pm a cycle on a flatish quiet road - we are […]
Small group training with Ulick O'Beirne (Bike Wizard) to get a bit of confidence back before Clon Bike Fest. 8 participants max. Suitable for people who have cycling experience but need some support getting back on their bikes. Some bike loans available.
Visit the many distinct islands that came to form Cork City on your bike and hear the story of their history and unique identity. Don't forget your bike!! But this cycle is also designed to be suitable for cycling on the TFI bikes.
Learn simple tips to help a child learn to cycle using balance bikes
Cycle from Mogeely to Youghal on the greenway, stopping for a coffee in Killeagh. Some of our elderly members may require e -bikes.
Join us for Harbour Discovery—a guided e-bike tour from the vibrant town of Cobh to the heart of Cork City. This scenic journey offers breathtaking harbour views, charming coastal villages, and fascinating local history, all brought to life by our knowledgeable guide.
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!
A fun and social easy cycle out the Curraheen Greenway to Ballincollig Castle and back via the Ballincollig Regional Park. There will be breaks for a picnic at Ballincollig Castle and the Regional Park.
Mechanics from Cork Community Bikes will show you how to check a bike to make sure it's safe and comfortable to cycle. This will help you be more aware as problems appear and save you money on repairs. Tools will be provided if needed. Bring your bike if you like, or you can learn from […]
This cycle is designed for confident leisure cyclists, who are maybe not quite confident enough to tackle some sections of busy roads or rush hour traffic, which may prevent them from cycling to and from work. We will cycle out to Little Island showing you how to deal with busier roads, while avoiding the most […]
A guided cycle through a scale model of the solar system from the Sun at Patricks Bridge to Neptune at Blackrock Castle Observatory. We will "visit" each planet in turn, learn a little about it, get a feeling of the scale of the solar system and have some fun on the way.
Monday evening time to relax & unwind after a day in the saddle. What better way to do it than some live music? So join us as we cycle to catch some of the finest music Cork has to offer. Visiting; The Crane Lane, Charlies, Sin É, & The Brú Bar. A very slow and […]
Cycling for All Ages. Trishaw Spins for older or mobility-impaired people to feel the freedom and joy of being out on a bike. Residents from Skibbereen Residential Care Centre & Retirement Village and others in the Skibbereen town will get the opportunity to take a bicycle ride around Skibbereen.
I will set up a pop-up bike fitting stand outside Penrose Dock for three days during bike week. Commuter cyclists bring themselves and their bike to the pop-up stand. I am then able to have them cycle on a trainer and then make the necessary changes to their bike set up in order to resolve […]
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!
A networking cycle for tourism and hospitality businesses in the Ring of Cork Network along the Blackrock to Passage West greenway. Electric or Hybrid bikes will be available and they will cycle 11km to Passage West and back enjoying the scenic views of Blackrock and Cork Harbour whilst building relationships with one another. The meeting […]
Mechanics from Cork Community Bikes will thoroughly check your bike and carry out any small repairs as needed. We'll explain and give advice on looking after your bike.
The aim of this lunchtime cycle is to promote health and wellbeing, provide a relaxing break from the workday, and encourage participants to enjoy the scenic Cork Greenway while connecting with others in a fun, active way
A relaxed social off road cycle on the beautiful new Midleton to Youghal Greenway This cycle will be completely off-road apart from the first few hundred meters on the Grand Parade, it will be slow and easy so is particularly suited to those who are less confident cyclists. You can join us on the Grand […]
Mechanics from Cork Community Bikes will thoroughly check your bike and carry out any small repairs as needed. We'll explain and give advice on looking after your bike.
All organisations and people are invited to an information event and discussion for Skibbereen owning its own trishaw through the Cycling Without Age initiative.
Participants will meet on St Patrick’s Quay before setting out on a relaxed guided cycle along the Cork Harbour Greenway. The cycle will follow the riverside route towards Blackrock and Mahon using cycle lanes and greenways. The pace will be easy and there will be short stops along the way where participants can chat through […]
An intro session on brakes, this will give a better understanding of how they should work. The focus will be on helping you to recognise when there are problems, and this may allow you to fix any issues that come up on your bike. Feel free to bring your bike along, we will provide bikes […]
In this an instructor from Wild Atlantic Sports and QBR ride leaders will teach basic bike riding skills to adult queer individuals who do not know how to cycle. This 90 minute introduction event will build the confidence and experience of new cyclists.
Visit the many distinct communities that came to form Cork City on your bike and hear the story of their history and unique identity. Don't forget your bike!! But this cycle is also designed to be suitable for cycling on the TFI bikes.
A classic of Italian cinema. To celebrate bike week 2024 the Friary Bar will treat us to a showing of Bicycle Thieves (Ladri di biciclette) a stunningly visual film with sparse but powerful dialog. Free snacks & popcorn for everybody!
Pop-up bike fitting stand outside Penrose Dock for three days during bike week. Commuter cyclists bring themselves and their bike to the pop-up stand. Participants will then cycle on a trainer and make the necessary changes to their bike set up in order to resolve their cycling related symptoms. e.g. saddle up or down, forward […]
St. Olivers Cemetery, onwards to Kilcrea Abbey, Return via Kilumney. Approx 40km.
Join us for a fun, family-friendly Bike Maintenance Workshop led by the expert team at Sign & Cycle Mechanics! This hands-on event is open to all ages and experience levels—whether you're new to cycling or just want to brush up on the basics. You’ll learn how to check your bike for safety, and we’ll also […]
Take a break from the desk and pedal your way through Cork’s Greenway! This lunchtime cycle is a perfect mix of fresh air, scenic views, and gentle exercise—ideal for clearing your mind and boosting your afternoon energy
A fun celebration of Cycling in the Park! Free lunch for the first 100 cyclists! Drop in over lunchtime for some free picnic treats, bike games, a Bike Doc as well as chats and company with other cyclists. Not a confident cyclist? The perfect chance to meet those who enjoy getting around by bike.
A fun and social easy cycle out to Blarney Castle, via quite back road and green way, on to the Blarney to Waterloo Greenway and back to Cork. There will be a break for a picnic at Blarney Castle.
We'll enjoy a relaxed evening cycling out along the Lee Valley to Ballincollig Regional Park, where we'll stop for a picnic, some games, and to find native wildflowers. On the way back, as the Sun sets, we may see the bats come out to forage.
Participants will meet on St Patrick’s Quay before setting out on a guided cycle through Cork City. The route will visit several historic and scenic areas including the River Lee quays, the city centre, and other well-known locations around the city. The group will cycle at an easy pace with short stops along the way […]
Join us for an exciting e-bike ride along the Midleton Greenway, where participants can enjoy a relaxed cycle through one of the area's most scenic routes. This community focused event combines fitness, fun, and sustainability, making it suitable for all over the age of 18.
A relaxed and social cycle out the Marina along the old railway line and Mahon strand, with break for a sunset picnic and back to the city.
Bike Week is funded by the Department of Transport, coordinated by TFI and brought to you by the Local Authorities and Sport Partnerships.