5/1/24
Are you ready to experience Richmond like never before? May is RVA Bike Month, a celebration of all things cycling and a great opportunity to explore the city on two wheels. RVA Bike Month, produced by Sports Backers’ Bike Walk RVA program, is Richmond’s city-wide celebration of National Bike Month. Here's what you need to know to make the most out of RVA Bike Month:
Join the Fun
RVA Bike Month is filled with 60+ exciting events over five weeks, including group rides, bike races, and social gatherings. Check out the event calendar on the RVA Bike Month website and find an event that suits your interests and skill level. You can rent from bike stores in Richmond like Basket and Bike and Riverside Cycling or from a RVA Bike Share location in Downtown Richmond. Out of the 22 total RVA Bike Share stations, 9 stations can be found in downtown locations like the Canal Walk, Main Street Station, Brown's Island, and more! See full list of downtown locations here. Be sure to download the mobile app for easy navigation!
Get Your Bike Ready
Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or a beginner, it's important to make sure your bike is in good working condition. Take it to a local bike shop for a tune-up, or attend one of the many bike maintenance workshops happening throughout the month. Journeyman's Adventure Co. is your one-stop-shop for parts, tools and bikes in Richmond.
Discover New Routes
RVA Bike Month is the perfect opportunity to explore new parts of the city. Protected bike lanes are popping up all over making biking an easier, safer and a better option to navigate RVA than by car. On Franklin Street the bike lane spans 15 blocks and is a separated lane of travel for two-way bike traffic traveling east and west through downtown Richmond between Belvidere and 9th Streets. There are over 10 bikeways throughout downtown, explore them with the RVA Bikeways Map. If a 51.7 mile fully-paved trail is more your style, take a ride on Virginia’s Capital Trail that starts at Great Shiplock Park and runs to Jamestown.
Join the Conversation - RVA Bike Month is more than just a series of events - it's a community. Join the conversation on social media using the hashtag #RVABikeMonth and connect with other cyclists in the city.
RVA Bike Month Events in Downtown Richmond
Wednesday, May 8
- Basket & Bike - Framing the Bike Lane: Low Line service and walking tour, 8 AM-12 PM, Great Shiplock Park
Saturday, May 11
Sunday, May 12
- Crossings of the James Riverfront History Tour, 3-4:30 PM, Great Shiplock Park
Monday, May 13
- 6th Annual Pizza & Beer Ride, 6 PM, Triple Crossing Brewery
Wednesday, May 15
- City Cycling UnCrash Course, 6 PM, online
Friday, May 17
- Bike to Work Day
- Dominion Energy Riverrock
Saturday, May 18
Sunday, May 19
Monday, May 20
- Visioning for a Livable Mayo Bridge
Wednesday, May 22
- Roubaix in May, 6-9 PM, Richmond Cycling Corps HQ
Thursday, May 23
- James River Racing MTB Ride, 5:30 PM, Basic City RVA
Saturday, May 25
- 2024 Get Lost Loop, 6 AM, Journeyman's Adventure Co.
- Cap Trail Summer Challenge Launch
- 7th Annual Bike Treasure Hunt, 1-4 PM
Sunday, May 26
- The Great Queer Bike Parade, 12-4 PM, Monroe Park
Monday, May 27
- A Taste of Richmond, 11 AM, Triple Crossing Beer - Fulton
Thursday, May 30
Whether you're a hardened cyclist or a casual rider, RVA Bike Month and National Bike Month offer something for everyone. So grab your helmet, hop on your bike, and explore all that Richmond has to offer. Happy riding!
