A family of 4 riding bikes down a gravel road

May is National Bike Month! Bike Month is all about highlighting the many benefits of riding a bike and encouraging more people to try biking. The best way to celebrate Bike Month is simply to get on a bike: ride to work, ride to the store or just ride and enjoy the scenery outside. Join us on the fun and learn more about how to celebrate Bike Month in Washoe County.


Biketopia Ride Reno Spin Sparks event poster

Celebrate Bike Month at Biketopia: Ride Reno, Spin Sparks!

Saturday, May 17 | 12:00 - 3:00pm

Reno Public Market - 299 E. Plumb Lane, Reno 89502

Join us for a wheely fun day the whole family will enjoy!

Get ready to roll with:
✅ Free bike info & education
✅ Helmet fittings for all ages
✅ Safety checks to keep your ride smooth
✅ Fun activities and more!

Let’s ride together and celebrate the joy of biking in our community!

If you're interested in participating as a vendor at the event, please complete the Partner Registration Form or contact Tayler at tgerhard@nnph.org for more information.

Commuter Challenge

Replace some or all of your car trips by biking, walking, carpooling or using public transit!

  1. Go to www.rtcwashoe.com/smarttrips or download the Smart Trips App on your phone.
  2. Make a profile.
  3. Go to “Commute Challenges” and join “Bike challenge 2025”.
  4. Log your trips and get on the leaderboard!

Bike Bingo

  1. Save a copy or print this bingo card
  2. Complete any or all activities and cross them off. Share pictures of your progress on social media with the hashtag #TruckeeMeadowsBikeMonth

Youth Bike Packet

Celebrate Bike Month at your school or home with these fun challenges

Community Bike Month Events

Celebrate Bike Month by participating in an event hosted by our community partners!

 


 Bike Safety Tips

  1. Wear a helmet
  2. Wear bright colored clothing or reflective gear
  3. Ride in the same directions as traffic
  4. Stay alert and avoid distractions
  5. Before riding, do the ABC Quick Check (Air, Breaks, Chain and Cranks)

Review the League of American Bicyclists page on additional safety tips.

 

Bicycling in Nevada
Additional Resources
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Last modified on 05/09/2025