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May 2015
Art sand Artifacts Bike Ride in Lee’s Summit
The City of Lee’s Summit Historic Preservation Commission, in partnership with the Lee’s Summit Historical Society, the Livable Streets Advisory Board, and Public Works will hold the 2nd annual Art and Artifacts Fair. This year’s Art and Artifacts Fair will be extra exciting with the opening of the time capsule buried at city hall as a part of the Truly 150 Sesquicentennial Celebration. Contents of the time capsule will be on display for the public at city hall throughout the…
Find out more »Tour de Bier KC
A fun bike tour of Kansas City's rich brewery heritage, historic neighborhoods, and modern breweries. Three route options are available all ending with lunch and a huge after-party at Knuckleheads Saloon. Learn more and register at tourdebierkc.com.
Find out more »Family Bike Ride in Waldo
Join Family Bicycles' weekly Monday Family Ride for a fun, easy-paced, and supportive ride in and around the Waldo area. The ride leaves the bike shop right at 6:30 p.m.
Find out more »Ride of Silence
The Kansas City community is invited to join the 9th annual Kansas City Ride of Silence. Over seventy bicyclists have been killed in the Kansas City area since records have been kept; more than 700 cyclists are killed on our nation's roadways every year. The Ride of Silence is a free event that asks its cyclists to remain silent. It aims to raise awareness of motorists, police, and city officials that cyclists have a legal right to the public roadways.…
Find out more »Tour of Kansas City Bike Races
The Tour of KC is a four-day cycling festival celebrating health, fitness, and the City of Kansas City while promoting the cycling culture. With opportunities for every level of bicycle enthusiast, from the novice rider to the professional racer, there is something for everyone. Cyclists can participate in non-competitive events including the region’s first Gran Fondo and a Fun Ride visiting Kansas City’s iconic landmarks. Those looking for something a little more thrilling can take part in any, or all, of the weekend’s race…
Find out more »Family Bike Ride in Waldo
Join Family Bicycles' weekly Monday Family Ride for a fun, easy-paced, and supportive ride in and around the Waldo area. The ride leaves the bike shop right at 6:30 p.m.
Find out more »Bike the Bus #105
Learn how to pair bikes with Rosedale's new bus route.
Find out more »Leavenworth Kids Bike Race Series
Leavenworth Parks and Recreation Department is sponsoring the "Sante Fe Bicycle Shop" Kids Bike Race Series. The kick off for the series will be held on May 27 during bike month. The series will be held at Warren Middle School, located at 3501 New Lawrence Road. Registration will begin at 6:00pm with the event beginning at 6:30pm.. Other dates scheduled for the series; June 3, June 17, July 8 and July 29. For more information please contact Paula Burton at…
Find out more »Lone Star Century
Want to ride 100 miles? KC Metro Bike Club's Lone Star Century is a fully supported ride with options from 21 to 100 miles through rural Johnson County, KS. KCMBC Lone Star Century™ Sunday May 31, 2015 Where: Oregon Trail Park, 1100 S. Robinson, Olathe, KS Walk-up registration opens at 6am. Start times are staggered: Century riders 7am 72- and 45-milers 8am 21-milers 9am Lunch is served from 11am 'til 3pm. Learn more and pre-register at www.kcmbc.org.
Find out more »Women’s Ride Day at Downtown Airport
On Sunday, May 31st, women across the nation are gathering to enjoy a ride together on their local streets and trails to celebrate women in cycling. Whether you’re an accomplished rider or a first-timer, Women’s Ride Day and Women’s Ride Day training will help you connect with other women in your area who enjoy riding just as much as you! Our ride will be from 1-3 PM at the Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport in Kansas Cit, Mo. It will be…
Find out more »May 2016
Bike Smithville Lake trails during Bike Awareness Month!
Smithville Lake has biking trails that appeal from the novice to experienced biker including mountain bike trails. Enjoy scenic vistas of various aspects of Smithville Lake and hardwood forests including 24 miles of 10-foot wide asphalts trails and 11 miles of single-track mountain biking trails. All trails are patrolled regularly by Clay County Park Rangers. Trails are accessed from various points around Smithville Lake, including County Road east of Highway 169 in Smithville, MO, 64089, and at the Park Office…
Find out more »Self-Propelled Tuesdays
A fun and relaxed ride through Independence, MO. Come ride with Self-Propelled Adventures every Tuesday night from 6:00pm to about 7:00pm. We enjoy a relaxed ride, that anyone can join! For details, visit our Facebook page at Facebook.com/selfpropelledadventures. This is a great way to get some exercise while socializing with other cyclists! Free fun and great company. This week we will meet at Santa Fe Park (North Parking Lot). Don't forget Helmets!!!
Find out more »National Bike to School Day
Join thousands of students across the country who biking to school! Check this calendar to see if your school is participating, and be sure to add your own bike to school event if it's not listed yet. Contact us for information about setting up your own Bike to School Day.
Find out more »Bike to School Day at Whittier Elementary
Students and parents will bike to school at Whittier Elementary in the Kansas City Public Schools. Parents will soon receive details from the school.
Find out more »Burke Elementary Field Day
Day of fun that will include various activities to have the students moving. Bike Walk KC will have a station for 4th, 5th, and 6th grade students.
Find out more »Tour de Bier KC
The best way to experience is on a bike! Explore the city's brewery heritage and modern brewery scene on this unique and fun bike ride. Visit www.tourdebierkc.com to learn more and register for the ride.
Find out more »OP Breakfast Stop – 135th and Lamar
Stop by between 6 am and 8 am for a quick bite. We will be located next to the REI store on Lamar. Everyone that stops by at one of our breakfast stops during the week will be entered into a drawing for some cool prizes being donated by two of our sponsors, REI and Velo+ Bike Shop.
Find out more »Family Fun Ride
FREE family friendly ride. Join in this slow ride through Brookside and Waldo neighborhoods. Ride begins and ends at Family Bicycles, 7337 Broadway. HELMETS AND LIGHTS REQUIRED. Children need to be on a 24"+ wheel bike or towed by a parent. We'll ride for about one hour and return the the bike shop!
Find out more »Breakfast Stop – 119th and Quivira
Stop by between 6 am and 8 am for a quick bite. We will be located at Quivira Park next to the Indian Creek Trail at 119th and Quivira in Overland Park. Everyone that stops by at one of our breakfast stops during the week will be entered into a drawing for some cool prizes being donated by two of our sponsors, REI and Velo+ Bike Shop.
Find out more »Confident City Cycling For Women Only
Women Bike KC presents a special women's-only edition of BikeWalkKC's adult bike education series. This is a 3-class series taught by BikeWalkKC's LCI trained female instructors. Participants will learn new concepts for navigating streets and build practical handling skills necessary for city riding. The course culminates with an on- street ride to use new skills in a safe and supportive environment. Confident City Cycling satisfies the League of American Bicyclists pre-requisite course (Traffic Skills 101) for the League Cycling Instructor Seminar This…
Find out more »Breakfast Stop – Corporate Woods
Stop by between 6 am and 8 am for a quick bite. We will be located in Corporate Woods near the Eilert Fountain on Indian Creek Parkway and 109th Street in Overland Park. Everyone that stops by at one of our breakfast stops during the week will be entered into a drawing for some cool prizes being donated by two of our sponsors, REI and Velo+ Bike Shop.
Find out more »Breakfast Stop – 87th and Lamar
Stop by between 6 am and 8 am for a quick bite. We will be located at Osage Park near 87th and Lamar in Overland Park. Everyone that stops by at one of our breakfast stops during the week will be entered into a drawing for some cool prizes being donated by two of our sponsors, REI and Velo+ Bike Shop.
Find out more »Bike-In Movie: The Princess Bride
Mark your calendars for our annual Bike-In Movie at the Boulevard Drive-In Theatre! This year we will be hosting a quote-along of the '80's classic, The Princess Bride. Games and activities start at 7pm on Thursday, May 19. The movie will start around 9pm (or whenever it gets dark). We will have fun props available for everyone to play along with the movie. Bicyclists, pedestrians, and bus riders are FREE! Those arriving by car are asked to pay a $5…
Find out more »Breakfast Stop – OP City Hall
Stop by between 6 am and 8 am for a quick bite. We will be located at OP City Hall at 85th and Antioch in Overland Park. Everyone that stops by at one of our breakfast stops during the week will be entered into a drawing for some cool prizes being donated by two of our sponsors, REI and Velo+ Bike Shop.
Find out more »KCFR: Meet Me at Boulevard
A group ride for riders, by riders. The KCFR exists to introduce folks in Kansas City to the fun that is group riding! We aim to provide a means for folks of all ability levels to learn, be safe, meet like-minded bike owners and most of all, have a lot of fun! Although the ride itself will be self-led, there is a route and everyone is encouraged to ride together. We've had two monthly rides so far, each of which…
Find out more »Bagels on the Boulevard
Join us for breakfast between 6 and 9 a.m. at Southwest Blvd. and S Mill St. for Rosedale's annual bike count! Free bagels and beverages will be offered to all cyclists and pedestrians who pass by.
Find out more »Lewis and Clark Trail > Kaw Point community bike ride with TUG Collective
Join us for a send-off event for Tug Collective's 'Who Eats at Taco Bell?' This Saturday, May 28th, Charlotte Street invites you on a leisurely bike ride from the Westside neighborhood of Kansas City, Missouri to the Lewis and Clark landing at Kaw Point Park in Kansas City, Kansas. After their week-long series of community events in Kansas City, we send the duo off to their next stop of Omaha, Nebraska on their 11-state journey! Riders of all levels are…
Find out more »Tour of Kansas City Gran Fondo
The 2016 Tour of Kansas City Gran Fondo will once again start and finish at New Longview in Lee’s Summit, Missouri. We will be utilizing the same route as last year, an out-and-back route utilizing the first 1/2 of the 2014 route. Official route options include 20, 50, 60, 75, and 100 miles. Riders have the option of turning around at any point on the route to return to the start for varying mileage. Once riders arrive at the finish,…
Find out more »April 2017
KCMO declares May Bike Month
On Thursday, May 4, 2017 at 3:00 pm on the 26th Floor of City Hall the Mayor and City Council of the City of Kansas City will be presenting a resolution declaring May as Bike Month. When: May 4th, 3 pm Where: 414 E 12th Street, 26th Floor, Kansas City, MO
Find out more »Plaza 209 Bike Maintenance and Safety Class
The public is invited to participate in a bike maintenance and safety class at the newly renovated Plaza 209 apartment building. Plaza 209 was originally built as an 83 unit high-rise building back in the 1950’s. It stands on the East side of the Plaza just a few pedals from the nelson Atkins Museum the plethora of shops and stores on the Country Club Plaza. This Plaza high-rise is a short bike ride from UMKC and Rockhurst University. Plaza 209 hosts…
Find out more »May 2017
Life is a Cycle
This 7 mile tour of Kansas City, Kansas is for all riders, including especially those who would like some additional training in urban street cycling safety, with licensed trainers accompanying the ride. It is the first tour of a national series of tours hosted and led by My City Bikes during National Bike Month for 2017. Highlights along the tour include: Kaw Point Riverfront Park (returns and leaves from there), the new off-street Kaw Point Connector, a portion of the…
Find out more »Life is a Cycle
This 7-mile tour of Kansas City, Kansas is for all riders, including especially those who would like some additional training in urban street cycling safety, with licensed trainers accompanying the ride. It is the first tour of a national series of tours hosted and led by My City Bikes during National Bike Month for 2017. Highlights along the tour include: Kaw Point Riverfront Park (returns and leaves from there), the new off-street Kaw Point Connector, a portion of the Jersey…
Find out more »Frank Rushton Bike Rodeo
Join Rosedale Development Association, BikeWalkKC, and the Frank Rushton community for the annual bike rodeo! The Bike Rodeo celebrates Bike Month and active lifestyles and teaches kids bike safety and riding skills. Students are encouraged to bring their own bikes and helmets. There will be a select amount of bikes available to check-out for the event. Light snacks and water will be provided. The Bike Rodeo is open to Frank Rushton students. Please contact Rosedale Development Association at 913-677-5097 for…
Find out more »Roeland Park Roesland Bike, Walk and Roll to School
An event encouraging students and their families to walk or roll their way to and from school!
Find out more »Bicycles: paintings by Ada Koch
Ada will be talking about her Bicycle paintings and her love of riding.
Find out more »Trailwood Elementary ‘Move in May’ Challenge
Students are challenged to ride their bikes or walk to/from school or exercise 20-30 minutes per day for one week. Bike to School Day will also be celebrated on Wednesday, May 10th!
Find out more »Cinco de Mayo 5-Qué (5K)
Join us for the Cinco de Mayo 5-Qué (5K)! This family-friendly event takes place along Southwest Boulevard and is a part of Kansas City’s Cinco de Mayo Fiesta, hosted by the Guadalupe Center! There’s a 5K Run/Walk, 1K Walk and Kids Fun Run!
Find out more »Children’s Mercy Bicycle Lesson and Safety Training
Children's Mercy's Center for Childhood Safety, in partnership with BikeWalkKC's Education Team, are hosting a bicycle safety training centered around BikeWalkKC's BLAST program. BLAST teaches kids basic bicycle safety and handling skills through their regular scheduled PE classes, and encourages physical activity and healthy lifestyles through bicycling to school. BikeWalkKC will train champions to help expand program reach and capacity. Additionally, this training will seek to also educate more adults on the basics of bike safety and advocacy.
Find out more »KC #coffeeoutside Adventure Ride
Every Sunday morning we meet at Mud Pie on 39th St. at 9:15 AM to embark on a ride to a local landmark to make coffee outside, and take in the sights. Join us this weekend for a trip to the Reservoir in Cliff Drive/Kessler Park. Families are welcome, and no one will be left behind. Bring your favorite coffee, and your own water, pot, and stove.
Find out more »Meet Me at Boulevard
Join us for our monthly cruise through the city, starting and ending at Boulevard Brewery. 7-10 miles-no drop. All riders receive one free small pour and 20% gift shop discount. **FREE Bike Checks 1pm
Find out more »Community Earn-a-Bike at Rosedale Development Association
BikeWalkKC will be coming to Rosedale to provide a class for adults covering safe riding and basic bike maintenance. Participants will receive a free bike, helmet, and bike lights, as well as dinner. Space is limited for this event. Please call RDA at 913-677-5097 or email nicole@rosedale.org to reserve your spot. If you know a Rosedalian who could benefit from this class and from having a bike, please spread the word.
Find out more »Confident City Cycling (Women-only edition)
Learn the tools, tricks and tips to biking safely and confidently on city streets - for transportation, fitness, and fun. This special women's-only series is brought to by the Women Bike KC initiative. Click here for more information: https://bikewalkkc.org/event/women-only-confident-city-cycling-2/2017-05-09/
Find out more »Bike to School Day
Join the hundreds of schools and thousands of kids across the United States participating in the Sixth Annual National Bike to School Day. Tell us about your bike to school event. Be sure to register your event here, so we can helps spread the word!
Find out more »Bike Safety Rodeo
This event will be May 13, 2017 at Schlitterbahn Water Park KC in the Parking lot starting at 9 AM and is sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Kansas City Kansas West. For the last 10 years, we have provided bike safety helmets for 250-300 children yearly that are fitted to each child by trained individuals such as the police department, etc. The bicycles are checked by Big D's, a bicycle shop, and fixed before the child goes to the…
Find out more »Fun & Fitness Fair
Free fitness fair presented by Samuel U Rodgers and other community partners. Bike and helmet giveaways, safety demonstrations and other activities will help get families and children off to a safe and healthy summer.
Find out more »Bike To Waldo
Celebrate Bike to Work Week in Waldo, May 14-20. Bike to a handful of your favorite Waldo small businesses and receive 10%-15% off specified goods and services. Post a picture of your Biking to Waldo adventure using the hashtag #biketowaldo and be entered to win a Waldo Prize Pack! Participating businesses: Hagoyah Hair Studio & Yoga Den One More Cup Family Bicycles Co-Work Waldo KC Bier Co Crows Coffee Betty Rae's Ice Cream
Find out more »Tour de Bier KC
The Seventh Annual Tour de Bier KC bike ride returns on May 14th, 2017, and registration is NOW OPEN! Tour de Bier is a casual, fun bike ride celebrating KC's brewing heritage and showcasing many of the city's modern breweries. Three distance options are available. Registration includes lunch, drink, and a souvenir T-shirt. Click here to register. This year we are making some exciting changes, including taking the long route to Crane Brewing in Raytown, a great location right on the…
Find out more »Overland Park Breakfast Stop
Overland Park will be hosting breakfast stops during Bike to Work Week, May 15th through May 19th. Each morning will be at a different location in Overland Park. Bicyclists can stop by between 6 am and 8 am for some juice, coffee, fruit, power bars and yogurt before heading off again. Our sponsors include BikeWalkKC, MARC, REI, Turner's Cycling and Fitness, Velo+, and Whole Foods. Everyone that stops will be entered into a drawing at the end of the week…
Find out more »Overland Park Breakfast Stop
Overland Park will be hosting breakfast stops during Bike to Work Week, May 15th through May 19th. Each morning will be at a different location in Overland Park. Bicyclists can stop by between 6 am and 8 am for some juice, coffee, fruit, power bars and yogurt before heading off again. Our sponsors include BikeWalkKC, MARC, REI, Turner's Cycling and Fitness, Velo+, and Whole Foods. Everyone that stops will be entered into a drawing at the end of the week…
Find out more »Confident City Cycling (Women-only edition)
Learn the tools, tricks and tips to biking safely and confidently on city streets - for transportation, fitness, and fun. This special women's-only series is brought to by the Women Bike KC initiative. Click here for more information: https://bikewalkkc.org/event/women-only-confident-city-cycling-2/2017-05-09/
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