City of Menlo Park, CA

05/01/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 04/30/2024 17:26

Spring bike events throughout San Mateo County

Spring bike events throughout San Mateo County

Published on May 01, 2024

May is Bike Month and the upcoming weeks will be filled with fun family-friendly bike-themed events! Add the following events to your calendar.

Saturday, May 4 - City of San Mateo Family Fun Ride & Bike Rodeo

Join the City of San Mateo at their upcoming family fun ride and bike rodeo event on Saturday, May 4 from 10 a.m. - noon at Bayside Academy (2025 Kehoe Avenue in San Mateo). Bring your bike/scooter, helmet and the whole family and get ready for a morning of bike-related activities.

Thursday, May 16 - Menlo Park Bike to the Library Event

This year's Safe Routes to School Spring Party is themed as a "Bike to the Library" event to celebrate Bike Month. The event will take place on Thursday, May 16 at the Main Library (800 Alma St), from 2 - 5:30 p.m. Come join all the fun after school, activities such as:

  • A bike skills course (please register to save your spot)
  • Bike helmet giveaways (first come, first served)
  • A bike repair station
  • A bike-themed storytime
  • Pedal-powered spin art
  • Churro vendor
  • SamTrans bus
  • Community partners and agencies
  • And more!

Please sign up for the bike skills course here. Please email the Safe Routes to School Coordinator at [email protected] with any questions about the event.

May 16-18 - Bike to Wherever Days

Pledge to Ride during Bike to Wherever Days. Whether you bike every day or once every couple of months - or want to learn how - you're invited to join thousands in celebration of the humble bicycle. May is Bike Month and we'd love to have you, your friends and your family pledge to ride with us for Bike to Wherever Days, Thursday - Saturday, May 16 - 18. Your pledge is free and supports a healthy, safe and joyful bicycling community. Stop by a City to Menlo Park-sponsored booth on Thursday, May 16 during Bike to Work Day to pick up a free 30th anniversary canvas bag. Booths will be located from 7 - 9 a.m. at the Menlo Park Caltrain station and the bike bridges at San Mateo Drive, Willow Place and Ringwood Avenue (Pierce Road side).

Saturday, June 8 - Redwood City Bike to the Library

Bike to the Library Day is all about encouraging taking an active mode of transportation while spotlighting a variety of programs and summer learning opportunities. Families will enjoy an afternoon packed with fun activities, informative community resource booths, and even a drawing with prizes. This event will take place on June 8th, from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the Redwood City Public Library. Among the activities, you can look forward to a bike rodeo, a bike blender, engaging games, a bike repair station, a live DJ, and story time for the kids. It's a great way to connect with the community and encourage families to stay active this summer.