While spring conditions have been with us for several weeks now, May always marks the official beginning of bike season with National Bike Month and National Bike-to-Work (or anywhere!) Day. Like in years past, Tri-State Trails has several events planned for cycling enthusiasts of all interests and skill levels to celebrate all things bike!

Beer for Humans feat. Tri-State Trails

Wednesday, May 8, 5:00-8:00 pm
Rhinegeist Brewery, 1910 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Cheers to trails! Back by popular demand, Tri-State Trails once again will be one of Rhinegeist’s featured nonprofits for Beer for Humans during National Bike Month. Join us from 5:00-8:00 pm on Wednesday, May 8, to connect with people-powered enthusiasts, create bike-themed artwork, and a chance to win fabulous door prizes—be there at 6:30 for a group photo!

You can support Tri-State Trails at Rhinegeist all month long. Every Wednesday in May, stop by Beer for Humans at the brewery from 5:00-8:00 pm to get a voting token with the purchase of any beer. Vote for Tri-State Trails with your token so we can claim the distinction of winning Beer for Humans that month and earn a $1,000 donation! Last year we brought in more votes than any other nonprofit organization featured that month – help us do it again this year!

15th Annual Breakfast on the Bridge

Friday, May 17, 7:00-9:00 am
Purple People Bridge, Newport, KY 41071

Celebrate Bike Month on the region’s most frequently used trail, the Purple People Bridge. Tri-State Trails proudly presents this signature event, marking a tradition in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky’s Bike Month festivities. Whether you’re a rookie rider, a leisurely cruiser, a steadfast commuter on two wheels, or simply enjoy a stroll, everyone is welcome on the Newport side of the Purple People Bridge for complimentary coffee and local breakfast treats, served with a generous dose of community and camaraderie. Presented by Cincinnati Metro and Hub+Weber Architects. Learn more here: https://tristatetrails.org/event/15th-annual-breakfast-on-the-bridge/

Ride the Bus Fare-Free with Your Bike on Bike-to-Work Day

Friday, May 17
All day

Thanks to our friends and partners at Cincinnati Metro and Transit Authority of Northern Kentucky (TANK), all bus rides will be offered fare-free to anyone who rides the bus with their bike. All Metro and TANK buses are equipped with folding dual-bike racks to facilitate multimodal, bike-bus commuting across our region. This fare-free promotion is valid all day on Friday, May 17.

Congress for the New Urbanism 32nd Annual Summit

May 15-18
Various times/locations

The annual meeting of the Congress for the New Urbanism, now in its thirty-second year, is CNU’s flagship event: the premiere national event on building better places. Each year, more than 1,600 attendees convene to hear from speakers, participate in workshops, collaborate on projects, and learn new strategies from leaders in dozens of fields. Tri-State Trails is excited to host five bicycle tours highlighting our trails, growing bikeway network, and active transportation community.
Learn more here: https://www.cnu.org/cnu32

Regional Trail & Bikeway Committee

Thursday, May 30, 3:00-5:00 pm
Purple People Bridge, Newport, KY 41071

Join Tri-State Trails for a bike tour exploring the Riverfront Commons trail and Dayton Traffic Garden. Participants will gain a better understanding of the Riverfront Commons trail’s positive impacts and learn about multiple municipalities’ efforts to connect and complete the trail. We’ll conclude the bike tour at the Dayton Traffic Garden in Gil Lynn Park by discussing its purpose, safety considerations, educational value, and broader implications in community planning for safe and accessible urban spaces.
Learn more here: https://tristatetrails.org/event/2024-05-30-rtbc/

And if that’s not enough for you…

Our friends over at Queen City Bike always have a chock-full calendar of group rides, meet-ups and other events all year round. Check out their May event calendar here: https://events.queencity.bike/