Leitrim Cycling Festival
2026-05-08 15:00 - 2026-05-10 14:00 (Europe/Dublin) | Cloone Village, Cloone, Co. Leitrim
Our 10th Leitrim Cycling Festival will be taking place in the lovely village of Cloone, Co. Leitrim on the weekend of May 8th, 9th and 10th. This festival is a fantastic way to promote cycling in Leitrim and rural areas, to encourage people of all cycling abilities to take part, to showcase all that Cloone and Leitrim has to offer in terms of its beautiful scenery, active and talented residents, opportunities for connection and future collaboration and to celebrate communities. The weekend of activities will be co-designed, co-organised and co-delivered with the Cloone Community Centre group. All events are free and everyone is welcome whether they attend one event or all events. Camping spots are available for tents and camper vans and accommodation in the surrounding area will also be promoted for the many people who travel to the festival from outside the locality.
Overview of the weekend of activities (subject to slight changes)
Friday 8th May
– 3pm Scavanger Hunt on Bothar na Naomh
– 4pm Kids Art Modelling Workshop
– 5-9pm Pete’s Pizza
– 6pm Festival launch with local Cllrs, LSP and organisers
– 6.30pm Celebratory Cycle – Bothar na Naomh
– 7pm Film Screening
– 7pm Kids Bike-Powered Disco
– 9pm Trad Session
Saturday 9th May
– 8-10am Boxty Breakfast
– 9am Boxty Demo
– 9.30-11am Wellness Morning – Yoga and Soundbath
– 9.30am Art Workshop
– 10am Dr Bike
– 10am Balance Bikes (ages 2-5 years)
– 10am Accessible Bikes
– 10am Face Painting
– 11am Community Cycle to Kildra Lake & Picnic
– 12pm Lake Activities (tbc)
– 2pm Cycling Advocacy talks – Brag, swag and opportunities to get involved
– 3pm Cycling Adventures – stories of travels on two wheels
– 4pm Annual Slow Bicycle Race
– 5pm Sleeping Bag Challenge
– 5.30pm Festival Feast
– 6pm Kids Film Screening
– 7pm Ceili
Sunday 10th May
– 8-10am Continental Breakfast
– 10am Kids Art Workshop
– 10am Cycle Maintenance Workshop
– 10am The Community behind Bothar na Naomh Trail
– 11.30am Community Cycle / Bicycle Orienteering
– 1pm Tea & Cake
– 2pm Close
Throughout the weekend there will also be opportunities to take part in self-led cycles, crafting at the art table, reading and contributing to the story wall and enjoying coffee from the coffee cart.

Grand Canal Greenway Cycle Relay 2026
2026-05-09 | Grand Canal Greenway, Daingean
Join Offaly Sports Partnership for our fourth annual Grand Canal Greenway Cycle Relay along 65km of the Greenway from George’s Bridge, Edenderry to Shannonharbour
Stage 1 – George’s Bridge, Edenderry to Toberdaly Bridge (greenway carpark), Rhode – 8.75km: Depart George’s Bridge at 9.30am
Stage 2 – Toberdaly Bridge, Rhode to Molesworth Bridge, Daingean (greenway carpark) – 8km: Depart Toberdaly Bridge, Rhode at 10.15am
Stage 3 – Molesworth Bridge, Daingean to Digby Bridge, Cappincur, Tullamore (greenway carpark) – 11.5km: Depart Molesworth Bridge at 11am
Stage 4 – Digby Bridge, Cappincur, Tullamore to The Thatch, Rahan – 10.75km: Depart Digby Bridge at 12.15pm
Stage 5 – The Thatch, Rahan to Plunkett Bridge, Pollagh (greenway carpark) – 7.75km: Depart The Thatch, Rahan at 1.30pm
Stage 6 – Plunkett Bridge to Armstrong (Gallen) Bridge (greenway carpark), Ferbane – 10km: Depart Plunkett Bridge at 2.30pm
Stage 7 – Armstrong (Gallen) Bridge (greenway carpark), Ferbane to Shannonharbour – 9.5km:Depart Armstrong (Gallen) Bridge (greenway carpark), Ferbane at 3.45pm
Refreshments available at: –
i. Digby Bridge, Cappincur, Tullamore (greenway carpark)
ii. Plunkett Bridge, Pollagh (greenway carpark)
iii. Mc Intyres Pub, Shannonharbour
Pre booking essential at https://grandcanalgreenwaycyclerelay2026.eventbrite.ie by Wednesday, 6th May 2026
Ride leaders will be on hand to support less experienced riders and families to complete the “stages” sections
Limited bike hire available
Contact sports@offalycoco.ie for more information, or to enquire about bike hire for the event

Sealaíocht ar Fhéarbhealach na Canála Móire
2026-05-09 | Grand Canal Greenway, Daingean
Bígí linne, in aice le Comhpháirtíocht Spóirt Úibh Fhailí, ar ár gceathrú Sealaíocht ar Fhéarbhealach na Canála Móire – 65km den Fhéarbhealach ó Éadan Doire go Féar Bán
Aistear 1 – Droichead Seoirse, Éadan Doire go dtí Droichead Thobar Dálaigh, Ród (carrchlós an Fhéarbhealaigh) – 8.75km: Ag fágáil Droichead Seoirse ar 9.30 r.n.
Aistear 2 – Droichead Thobar Dálaigh, Ród go dtí Droichead Molesworth, Daingean (carrchlós an Fhéarbhealaigh) – 8km: Ag fágáil Droichead Thobar Dálaigh ar 10.15 r.n.
Aistear 3 – Droichead Molesworth, Daingean go dtí Droichead Digby, Ceapach an Churraigh, Tulach Mór (carrchlós an Fhéarbhealaigh) – 11.5km: Ag fágáil Droichead Molesworth ar 11 r.n.
Aistear 4 – Droichead Digby, Ceapach an Churraigh, Tulach Mhór go dtí An Thatch, Raithean – 10.75km: Ag fágáil Droichead Digby ar 12.15 i.n.
Aistear 5 – An Thatch, Raithean go dtí Droichead an Phluincéadaigh, Pollach (carrchlós an Fhéarbhealaigh) – 7.75km: Ag fágáil An Thatch ar 1.30 i.n.
Aistear 6 – Droichead an Phluincéadaigh, Pollach go dtí Droichead Armstrong (Droichead Gailinne – carrchlós an Fhéarbhealaigh), Féar Bán – 10km: Ag fagáil Droichead an Phluincéadaigh ar 2.30 i.n.
Aistear 7 – Droichead Armstrong (Droichead Gailinne – carrchlós an Fhéarbhealaigh), Féar Bán go dtí Caladh na Sionainne – 9.5km: Ag fagáil Droichead Armstrong ar 3.45 i.n.
Bia & Deoch ar fáil ag: –
i. Droichead Digby, Ceapach an Churraigh, Tulach Mhór (carrchlós an Fhéarbhealaigh)
ii. Droichead an Phluincéadaigh, Pollach (carrchlós an Fhéarbhealaigh)
iii. Teach Tábhairne Mc Intyre, Caladh na Sionainne
Cuir d’áit in áirithe ar https://grandcanalgreenwaycyclerelay2026.eventbrite.ie roimh Dé Céadaoin, 6ú Bealtaine 2026
Beidh ceannairí ar fáil do rothaithe gan taithí, agus teaghlaigh chun na céimeanna difriúla a chríochnú
Beidh rothair ar cíos (teoranta)
Tuilleadh eolas ar fáil ag sports@offalycoco.ie

Fingal Climate Action & Bike Week
2026-05-09 06:00 - 18:00 | Millennium Park, Millennium Park, Blanchardstown, Dublin, Galway City, Dublin
Fingal Climate Action & Bike Week kicks off with a free family fun day from 12pm – 6pm on the Learn 2 Cycle Track in Millennium Park. We’ll have a huge range of activities for the whole family, including the street velodrome, free bike repair, turning tides sea aquarium, 3 v 3 basketball, archery, street games, orienteering, the Dublin 15 Toy Library and much more. The event is our flagship event for Dublin 15 and promises to be a celebration of sustainability, cycling and family fun.

BlanchWheelies: Couch to 50k
2026-05-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Cyclezone, Main Street Blanchardstown, Dublin, Dublin 15
Want to try out group cycling? The BlanchWheelies will be running beginners’ social ‘Couch to 50k’ spins as part of Bike Week 2026. Spins are aimed at those wanting to improve fitness or experience club riding. The cycle will take approximately 1 hour at a comfortable pace for all, and we’ll finish with a coffee stop! All welcome!

Maynooth Cycling Club - Bike Week safety demonstration
2026-05-09 10:00 - 15:00 | Harbour Field, Leinster st, Maynooth, Kildare
🔧 Want to feel more confident on your bike? Come to the Harbour Field this Bike Week!
Maynooth Cycling Club will be at the Harbour Field on Saturday 9th May from 10am–3pm with free, hands-on demos:
✅ How to fix a flat tyre
✅ Pre-ride checks — what to look out for before you head out
📍 Harbour Field, Maynooth
🗓 Saturday 9th May | 10:00–15:00
🆓 Free — no booking needed
See you there! 🚴
#BikeWeek2026 #MaynoothCyclingClub #SeachtainNaRothar #CyclingIreland #bikeweekkildare #bikeweek

Maynooth Cycling Club - Bike Week introduction to cycling
2026-05-09 10:00 - 15:00 | Maynooth, Maynooth, Kildare
An introduction to cycling held in a secure, closed-off environment, including a dedicated females-only session. Space is limited, so please check Maynooth Cycling Club’s social media for updates!
*You will need your own bike,

Biking Buddies - Cycle together
2026-05-10 | Bundoran Community Centre, Drumacrin, Bundoran,, Co. Donegal, Co. Donegal, F94 RH33
Biking Buddies will bring together friends, families and individuals to cycle together and celebrate the new Ballyshannon Bundoran Cycleway. Bring your bike and meet at Bundoran Community Centre, Marc Geagan Suite (around the back!). After a quick intro and safety check we will cycle to the new Cycleway and on to Finner Camp… and a little further. Water break and refreshments will be at Finner before returning to Bundoran Community Centre.
Children must be accompanied by an adult and don’t forget your cycling helmets!

Balance Bike Fun - Coolaney
2026-05-10 10:00 - 10:50 | Coolaney Community Park, Cafe Fia, Sligo, F56 NH10
A balance bike is a lightweight, pedal-less child’s bike which facilitates balance and propulsion. Children run along whilst seated, push off the ground to create forward movement and use their feet to slow down and stop safely. Balance Bikes help children develop gross motor skills, spatial awareness, bilateral co-ordination and enhance their physical literacy.
Parent must stay on site for full lesson.

Bike Skills for Kids – Coolaney
2026-05-10 11:00 - 13:00 | Coolaney Community Park, Cafe Fia, Sligo, F56 NH10
Fun, safe, and active cycling sessions helping kids build skills, confidence, and a love for being on the bike!
Beginner / Nervous (5 to 10 years) – For children who are just starting on a pedal bike, struggle with getting started, or wobble a lot while cycling. This level focuses on improving balance and pedalling skills.
Improver / Advanced (8 to 12 years) – For children who can start and stop independently and cycle in a straight line but need to improve their braking and cornering skills.
Children should bring their own bikes to get comfortable handling them, but bikes are available if needed—these must be booked when registering. Please ensure that bike brakes are working properly, and all children must wear a helmet for the entire session.

Gorey Bike Fest
2026-05-10 11:00 - 13:00 | 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.

The Big Breffni Bike Bash
2026-05-10 12:00 - 14:00 | Kingspan Breffni Park, Creighan, Cavan, Creighan, Co Cavan, H12HX02, Ireland
A grass cycling event for kids of all ages.

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.

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.

Glenveagh Cycle
2026-05-11 | Glenveagh National Park, Letterkenny, Donegal
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.

Cloneyhurke National School
2026-05-11 09:00 - 15:00 | Cloneyhurke National School
Bike Skills workshop for pupils

Active Older Adults Cycle Programme
2026-05-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Killykeen Forest Park, Cavan, Co Cavan, H16 HC83, Ireland
A 6 week Cycling Programme for over 50yr Active Adults

Back on the Bike - Adult Learn to Cycle
2026-05-11 18:30 - 2026-05-14 19:30 | Cleveragh Park, Cleaveragh Demesne, Sligo, Sligo, Sligo, N/A
1 hour cycle session, suitable for beginners and nervous cyclists. Taking place on cycle lanes in parks away from busy roads.
Back on the Bike is a relaxed, supportive programme designed specifically for adults who are complete beginners or returning after time away.
Delivered in a safe and encouraging environment (on bike paths away from the road & traffic), this programme will help you build confidence step by step at your own pace. Cycles will take place for 1 hour. Multi-day bookings are available.

Bike Maintenance Demonstration
2026-05-11 19:00 - 20:00 | St John Bosco Centre, St John Bosco Centre- Donegal Town, Donegal
A maintenance night with our bike mechanic to demonstrate basic skills needed to keep your bike in the best condition.

Ladies Cycle
2026-05-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Donegal Bay Cycling Club, Donegal Bay Cycling Club Donegal Town, Donegal
A short, controlled, social cycle with ladies from local clubs as well as our own. Refreshments served afterwards.

Bird Song by Bike - Bike Week 2026
2026-05-12 06:30 - 08:00 | Doorly Park, Playground Car Park, Sligo
Start your day in a truly special way by experiencing one of nature’s most magical moments—the Dawn Chorus. As the sun rises, join us for a gentle cycle along the Garavogue River, taking in the peaceful surroundings and the incredible soundscape of birdsong all around you.
We’ll begin in Doorly Park and follow the scenic route along the river, enjoying a relaxed spin while immersing ourselves in the sights and sounds of early morning nature. Along the way, we’ll pause to listen and learn, with a short, informal chat about the birds you can hear and how to recognise them.
This is a perfect opportunity to slow down, connect with nature, and start your morning feeling refreshed and energised. Suitable for all abilities, this social cycle is all about enjoying the journey at an easy pace.

Cloneyhurke National School
2026-05-12 08:30 - 2026-05-14 15:30 | Cloneyhurke National School
Cycle to school for Bike Week

Cycling for children with additional needs
2026-05-12 09:00 - 13:00 | St. Patricks National School, Drumshanbo, Galway City, Co. Leitrim, N41 PY61
We have hired a local bike company to come to our school and deliver a day of fun and cycling for all our children with educational and additional needs.
Using a selection of specialised equipment the children will get to have some fun and enjoy all the benefits that cycling offers.

Inclusive Cycling for people with additional needs
2026-05-12 10:00 - 13:00 | Lough Boora
Inclusive cycling session for people with additional needs organised by the Sport Inclusion Development Officer of Offaly Sports Partnership

Offaly Traveller Movement - traveller youth cycle evening
2026-05-12 16:00 - 18:00 | To be confirmed
Offaly Traveller Movement – traveller youth cycle evening

Lunchtime Cycle
2026-05-13 13:00 - 14:00 | Riverside Hotel Car Park, Abbeyquarter North, Sligo, F91 X92V
Take a break from your day and enjoy a friendly, relaxed lunchtime cycle, with a gentle 30 minute guided ride along the scenic cycle paths through Doorly and Cleveragh Park. The cycle is followed by lunchtime refreshments at the Riverside Hotel.
Prebooking essential – Limited places apply.
A limited number of bikes will be available to loan for the cycle – select on booking.
Safety:
• Helmets must be worn at all times while cycling
• All bikes must be roadworthy with working brakes

Bike Maintenance Workshop
2026-05-13 19:00 - 21:00 | Cavan Cycle Hub, Drumalee, Cavan, Drumalle, Co Cavan, H16 NY32, Ireland
A hands on Bike Maintenance Workshop for Kids on how to care for and maintain their bikes.

Ladies Only, Strawberry and Cream Tour
2026-05-13 19:00 - 21:00 | The Lagoon Termon, The Lagoon Termon, Co.Donegal, Donegal, F92R9KK
Cycle will start from The Lagoon Termon at 7.00, 40km of cycle on a flat course, with a nice break for strawberries & cream at the midway point. It will finish at The Lagoon Termon again with Tea and sandwiches for all participants.
Really enjoyable cycle for women at a controlled pace, and suitable for all abilities.

Sunset Cycle
2026-05-13 19:45 - 21:00 | Phoenix Park, Phoenix Monument, Phoenix Roundabout, Dublin, NA
A 5km traffic-free, family-friendly event with bike DJ in the Phoenix Park as the sun sets. Register now for a chilled summer evening!
Join Dublin City Council and Fingal County Council to celebrate Bike Week in the beautiful Phoenix Park for our Sunset Cycle. This is a traffic-free and family-friendly 5km in the park complete with bike DJ, iBIKE Dublin, making it a perfect way to spend a chilled evening with your family or friends.
This is a free event.
