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Get into Gear for Bike Month
Tuesday, April 15, 2025 by Caitlin Sparks
May is National Bike Month—a time to celebrate the joy of bicycling and promote its many benefits for our health, environment, and community. Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or just dusting off your bike for the first time this year, there’s no better moment to ride. In the Greater Cincinnati region, Tri-State Trails and the bike community are rolling out a full calendar of events designed to get you moving, meeting new people, and having fun on two wheels. From helpful ride-planning resources to local group rides and exciting community gatherings, these activities highlight the function, fun, and freedom that bikes bring to our daily lives.
The centerpiece of our celebration is Breakfast on the Bridge on Friday, May 16—a beloved tradition that has grown into one of the largest Bike to Work Day events in Ohio and Kentucky.
We wish everyone a joyful and safe Bike Month—whether you’re riding solo, with friends, or as part of a local event. Let’s celebrate how far we’ve come, the community we’ve built, and the trails we’re creating for generations to come.
EXPLORE
FIND A TRAIL
This Bike Month, discover your next favorite route with Tri-State Trails’ interactive Trail Finder. Explore over 840 miles of biking and walking paths across Greater Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky, and Southeastern Indiana.
Plan your next ride or walk at tristatetrails.org/explore.
Plan Your Low-Stress Bike Commute
Thinking about commuting by bike? Whether you’re heading to the office, the park, or the grocery store, our low-stress bike map is here to help you plan your route. Explore the map online or download the PDF for easy access. Printed copies can be found at local bike shops, coffee shops, and community hangouts.
View the Low-Stress Bike Map and plan your route.
No Bike? No Problem! Explore with Red Bike
Red Bike makes it easy to explore Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky, with over 70 stations and 500+ bikes, including e-bikes. There are pricing options for all kinds of riders—from occasional users to daily commuters.
Plan your ride, find stations, and learn more at cincyredbike.org.
CONNECT
Ride together, give back, and explore more this Bike Month!
Looking to connect with the bike and trail community? Check out these local clubs and organizations for the latest schedules—it’s a great way to meet new people, support local trails, and explore the region with a welcoming and supportive community.
- Avondale Running Club
- Cincinnati Cycle Club
- Cincy Girls Who
- Cincy Red Bike
- Major Taylor Cycling Club of Cincinnati
- MoBo Bicycle Co-op
- NKY Roots
- Queen City Bike
- Ride Pleasant Streets
- Ride the Cov
- Social Push Cincinnati
- Urban Basin Bicycle Club
EVENTS
Join the movement at these upcoming events.
Pee Wee’s Big Adventure from Cindependent Film Festival
Saturday, May 3, 12:00–3:00 PM
Contemporary Arts Center, 44 East 6th Street Cincinnati, OH 45202
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The day starts at 12 PM with a group ride from Sawyer Point led by Queen City Bike, followed by a social hour from 12-1 PM at the Contemporary Arts Center with refreshments and local bike organizations. At 1 PM, enjoy a screening of Pee-wee’s Big Adventure, presented by the Cindependent Film Festival.
Annual Bike and Plant Sale
Saturday, May 10, 9:00 AM–2:00 PM
MoBo Bicycle Co-op, 1415 Knowlton St, Cincinnati, OH 45223
Start your Saturday at MoBo Bicycle Co-op’s Annual Plant and Bike Sale—browse fresh plants, check out bikes, and enjoy the community vibes. Then, keep the momentum rolling and head to Rhinegeist for our Bike Month Celebration!
At the sale, you’ll find:
- Organic plant starts
- A free seed swap
- Refurbished bikes (ranging from $100 – $1000, with an average price of $225)
- Bicycle parts and a rummage sale
Plants are priced between $3 – $5, and the seed swap is free, so bring your extra seeds and get some new ones in return! Whether you’re looking to upgrade your bike or add some greenery to your space, this event has something for everyone.
Cheers to Trails: Celebrate National Bike Month at Rhinegeist
Saturday, May 10, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Rhinegeist Brewery, 1910 Elm St., Cincinnati, OH 45202
Celebrate Bike Month with a group ride and brewery party! We’ll kick things off with a 2.8-mile group ride from the Purple People Bridge to Rhinegeist Brewery, using the scenic Eggleston Bike Path and Central Parkway Protected Bike Lane. All skill levels welcome—bring your own bike or rent a Cincy Red Bike.
Once we arrive at Rhinegeist, stick around for the Cheers to Trails celebration—featuring games, raffle prizes, a big group photo, and $1 per pint donated to trail advocacy! Join us with your friends and family and connect with the local bike community, enjoy some local brews, and learn about the trail and bicycling advocacy, making our region more connected.
Group Ride Details:
- Meet-up: Purple People Bridge (Cincy side, near Flat Frank)
- Time: Meet at 12:00 PM | Roll out around 12:15 PM
- Route: Group ride to Rhinegeist Brewery
- Click here to view the route on Ride with GPS
Cheers to Trails Celebration:
- 1:00 PM – Cheers to Trails with a $1 per pint donation to trail advocacy—all day long! Hangout with cornhole, games, and a selfie station
- 1:30 PM – Enter to win raffle prizes: Tour de CROWN tickets, Rhinegeist cycling gear, Metro passes, trail swag, and more (1 free ticket per attendee, extras $1 or 8 for $5)
- 1:45 PM – Group photo
Bike to Work Week & Bike to Work Day
Bike to Work Week: May 12–18, 2025
Bike to Work Day: Friday, May 16, 2025
Ditch the car and try biking to work—or anywhere! Bike to Work Week is all about discovering the joy and practicality of commuting by bike.
Bike and Ride the Bus, Get a Free Ride on Bike-To-Work Day
In celebration of National Bike to Work Day, Metro and the Transit Authority of Northern Kentucky (TANK) are offering free rides to passengers who bring a bike and use the bus’s front-loading bike rack.
Pro tip: Plan your ride for Friday, May 16 so you can swing by the region’s biggest Bike Month tradition…
16th Annual Breakfast on the Bridge
Friday, May 16, 2025, 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Purple People Bridge, Newport, KY
Tri-State Trails and presenting sponsor, Cincinnati Metro, invite everyone to celebrate National Bike to Work (or Anywhere) Day at the 16th annual Breakfast on the Bridge—Greater Cincinnati’s signature Bike Month tradition. Join us on the Newport side of the Purple People Bridge for complimentary coffee, local breakfast treats, and a morning full of community and connection.
Join the Fun:
7:00 AM – Coffee Served
8:30 AM – Group Photo
9:00 AM – Bike to anywhere!
Pop-Up Bike Shops: Free Repairs in Your Neighborhood
We’re bringing the bike repair shop to you! Pop-Up Bike Shops are organized to serve the neighbors in each location, offering free bike repairs, tune-ups, and maintenance. If we’re organizing in your neighborhood, please bring your bike and let one of our volunteers help you get rolling safely. We couldn’t do these events without our amazing volunteers, so if you’re available to lend a hand, we’d love to have your support!
Here are the dates and locations of upcoming Pop-Up Bike Shops:
- South Fairmont
Saturday, May 17, 2025
12:00 PM–4:00 PM
Lick Run Greenway, 1667 Queen City Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45214
Register to Volunteer - Dayton, KY
Saturday, June 21, 2025
12:00 PM–4:00 PM
Gil Lynn Park, 300 Greendevil Ln, Dayton, KY 41074
Register to Volunteer - South Cumminsville / Millvale
Saturday, July 12, 2025
11:00 AM–3:00 PM
Ethel M. Taylor Academy, 1930 Fricke Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45223
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May Green Drinks with Green Umbrella, Tri-State Trails, & Cincinnati Art Museum
Thursday, May 22, 5:00–7:00 PM
Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Space is limited—RSVP today!
Green Umbrella invites you to an evening of connection and inspiration at the May Green Drinks as we celebrate Bike Month with Tri-State Trails and the Cincinnati Art Museum. Guests will enjoy free access to Cycle Through! Art of the Bicycle. The evening will explore the intersection of art, culture, and active transportation, with insights from Tri-State Trails about the CROWN (Cincinnati Riding Or Walking Network) and their regional trail planning efforts. Come be part of the movement for more connected, low-stress transportation options across Greater Cincinnati—and raise a glass with fellow sustainability advocates in a setting designed to spark conversation and inspiration.
Cycle Thru! The Art of the Bike
Friday, April 4 through Sunday, August 24
Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Featuring more than 20 bikes—from a 19th-century velocipede to Pee-wee Herman’s iconic Schwinn—alongside cycling-inspired art, vintage posters, and fashion, this exciting show explores the bicycle as a symbol of freedom and innovation.
General admission to the Cincinnati Art Museum is always free. Cycle Thru! requires a ticket—but if you ride your bike (or a Cincy Red Bike) to the museum, you can see the exhibition for free! Just park at a bike rack or front plaza railing, snap a selfie with your bike, and show it to visitor services for a free ticket.
Gallery Talk Plus: Bicycles and Freedom
Saturday, June 14, 1:00–3:00 PM
Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45202
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Join us for a thought-provoking conversation on bicycles as tools for empowerment and freedom, alongside demonstrations to empower you on your next bike adventure. Enjoy a gallery talk in the Cycle Thru! The Art of The Bike exhibition from Madelyn Detloff, Professor of English, Global and Intercultural Studies at Miami University, focusing on the intersections of bicycling and women’s history. Then, watch a basic bike repair demonstration from Kat Ruegger of MoBo Bicycle Co-op or map your next ride with a consultation from Tri-State Trails.
3rd annual Tour de CROWN
Saturday, August 23
Register Today
Presented by Great Parks and organized by Tri-State Trails, the Tour de CROWN is a community bike ride for all abilities, showcasing existing and future trails in the CROWN’s growing biking and walking network.
Bike Month is the perfect time to start preparing for the Tour de CROWN! Join group rides, explore the trails, and build your confidence and stamina while connecting with the local bike community. Take advantage of early bird pricing through May 31.
DONATE
Celebrate Bike Month with a gift that moves us forward.
At Tri-State Trails, our mission is clear: we’re committed to connecting and expanding trails and bikeways across the Tri-State region, and we’re counting on your support to make it happen.
Since our founding in 2012, our partners have built over 153 miles of multi-use trails and 60 miles of on-road bikeways. This progress is a testament to the contributions of individuals like you. Your support has propelled our region forward, accelerating our journey toward a more connected community.
Together, we are building a safer, more connected community. Thank you for being part of the movement!
