Bike Month is May and Event Managers Buy Promo Products Now!!

Bike Month Dates and Events

National Bike Month includes an ever-expanding diversity of events in communities nationwide — but the biggest day of the month is Bike to Work Day. In 2014, Bike to Work Week will be May 12-16, with Bike to Work Day on May 16.

In 2014, National Bike to Work Day will be May 16

More than half of the U.S. population lives within five miles of their workplace, making bicycling a feasible and fun way to get to work. With increased interest in healthy, sustainable and economic transportation options, it’s not surprising that, from 2000 to 2011, the number of bicycle commuters in the U.S. grew by more than 47 percent.

Hundreds of American communities have been successful in increasing bicycle commuting by providing Bike to Work Week and Bike to Work Day events.

This is an amazing opportunity for you to get involved and help with some local event, or merely seek out those who are holding events to see how you can help them with promotional products.

In fact, among the 51 largest U.S. cities, 43 hosted Bike to Work Day events in 2010. The City of Denver reported the highest rate of participation with one out of every 28 adults participating in its 2010 Bike to Work event. That effort makes a difference: Many people who participate in their Bike to Work Day promotion as first-time commuters become regular bike commuters.

But Bike Month is more than one day — or week! From fashion shows to group rides, local groups find unique ways to celebrate their diverse bike cultures and community pride.

There are many activities all throughout May.  Organizations that are likely to be holding such events are listed on our site here.

Additional Events for National Bike Month

Bike to School Day

The National Center for Safe Routes to School hosts National Bike to School Day the second week of May. Learn more, plan an event and access resources here.

CycloFemme

On Mother's Day, women unite worldwide for CycloFemme events, honoring the past, celebrating the present and empowering the future of women's cycling. Get involved here.