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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 »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 »EarthRiders Social Ride at Landahl
Join us for a group mountain bike ride sponsored by EarthRiders and Bike Stop Bicycle Stores. There will be a taco bar following the ride as well as raffle prizes!
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 »Liv Women’s Stretching for Cyclists
This event will be lead by Liv Event Specialist Teresa Boyle. We will learn post-ride stretches that will help relieve tension and soreness in muscle groups that tend to get overused by cycling. We will also cover strengthening exercises that will build arm and abdominal strength essential to being a stronger and more efficient rider.
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