All Events
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Date: All Month
Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: Hilyard Community Center (2580 Hilyard St. Eugene, OR)
Adaptive Recreation provides a variety of adaptive bikes including trikes, tandems, and hand cycles. During the month of May, free rentals are available after initial fitting or assessment for $5. Free rental is available for same-day rentals only, 30 minutes to full day (9am - 5pm, Mon - Fri). Standard rates apply for multi-day rentals. Not available on Monday, May 29 due to the holiday.
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Date: All Month Long
Time: Anytime!
Location: TBA
Mention Bike Month for 15 percent off tours with Emerald City Pedicab. Normally $60/hour, now $51/hour for river tours, mural tours, or a custom tour of your design. We can also provide support for non-cyclists to ride along in group rides.
Please give us a couple-few days' notice. http://EmeraldCityPedicab.com
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Date: Wednesday, May 1
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Meet at Campbell Community Center
Bike for fun and fitness! Departs every Wednesday at 10:00 AM from Campbell Community Center.
*Free, open to adults and seniors.
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Date: Wednesday, May 1
Time: 4:15-5:30 PM
Location: Starts a Klink Cycles
Join us in dressing up like birds and biking to the May is Bike Month Kick-off Party! Bird costumes provided at the ride!
Ride starts at Klink Cycles (909 River Road) and rolls out at 4:30 pm. Ride ends at Oakshire Public House.
*Free, family-friendly and all-ages!
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Date: Wednesday, May 1
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Oakshire Public House
May is Bike Month – so get your bike ready to ride! Start the month off right by heading down to Oakshire Public House, Wednesday May 1, from 5-7 pm, for a night of socializing and fun!
Stop by the Bike Month table to grab your food and drink coupons, a free Bike Month t-shirt, and learn about upcoming events. Once you’ve grabbed your drink – socialize, join the all-ages egg hunt for prizes, or visit the bike Shift Community Cycles bike repair pop-up.
*Free, all-ages.
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Date: Thursday, May 2
Time: 4:30-6:30 PM
Location: Riverbank Path @ W. D St.
Roll your bike over to the City of Springfield's annual Wheels By The Willamette Wednesday, May 2! The event features FREE bike safety checks and minor repairs with Shift Community Cycles, maps, resources, bike lights, bike helmets, and more. Learn about City projects and chat with City staff and current Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) members.
*Free, all-ages.
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Date: Wednesday, May 2
Time: 5-6 PM
Location: Cornucopia (295 W 17th Avenue, Eugene, OR)
Inspired by the weekly Bike Happy Hours in Portland, BEST’s Cycle of Change group of transportation activists is organizing a series of forums with candidates in contested races for Eugene City Council. Although attendees are encouraged to arrive by bike, we won’t be checking for helmets at the door!
This one will feature candidates for Eugene City Council Ward 1: Ethan Clevenger, Ted Coopman, Eliza Kashinsky.
As a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit, BEST does not support or oppose any candidate for elected office. Rather the happy hours are intended to be fun social events that also educate members of the public and candidates about key transportation issues affecting our community.
BEST executive director Rob Zako will lead a semi-formal discussion, asking candidates — and time permitting attendees — a few open-ended questions.
*Free, 18+ : Intended for adults.
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Date: Friday, May 3
Time: 1-4 PM
Location: Miller Park (1651 18th St. Florence, OR)
Dust off your bike and get geared up for May is Bike Month in Florence! We will be offering minor bike repairs and bicycle safety checks for community members. You can pick up a free helmet, bike lights, and other fun items as well. Hope to see you and your bike at Miller Park!
*Free, all-ages.
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Date: Friday, May 3
Time: 4-5 PM
Location: Happy Hours (654 River Road, Eugene, OR)
Inspired by the weekly Bike Happy Hours in Portland, BEST’s Cycle of Change group of transportation activists is organizing a series of forums with candidates in contested races for Eugene City Council. Although attendees are encouraged to arrive by bike, we won’t be checking for helmets at the door!
This one will feature candidates for Eugene City Council Ward 7: Lyndsie Leech, Barbie Walker.
As a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit, BEST does not support or oppose any candidate for elected office. Rather the happy hours are intended to be fun social events that also educate members of the public and candidates about key transportation issues affecting our community.
BEST executive director Rob Zako will lead a semi-formal discussion, asking candidates — and time permitting attendees — a few open-ended questions.
*Free, 18+ : Intended for adults.
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Date: Friday, May 3
Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Meet at Campbell Community Center
Join River House for Friday Bike Rides! Each Friday will have a different theme based on Eugene history. Tours cover sections of Eugene with new locations every week. Bikes and helmets available upon request. Contact 541-682-5329 for questions.
*18+ | $15 registration fee | Register here.
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Date: Saturday, May 4th
Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Location: Meet at Tacovore
Weekly Ride from Tacovore. Meet Saturdays at 9:30. More information on Eugene Velo Facebook.
*Free, intended for adults.
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Date: Saturday, May 4th
Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Location: Meadow View School (1855 Legacy St., Eugene OR)
Join Bethel, 4J and Springfield Safe Routes to School programs, the City of Eugene, the City of Springfield, and Shift Community Cycles for this fun event with pedal-powered smoothies, bike checks, information about bike share, and workshops for families and individuals of all ages on biking for transportation.
We’ll start with balancing and gliding without pedals or training wheels. Some will learn to pedal in one session, while others may need more practice to reach that final goal. You don’t need your own bike to participate, but please bring a helmet and bike if you have one. Contact Safe Routes to School at Rachel.Tochen@bethel.k12.or.us or albee_b@4j.lane.edu with questions or to volunteer.
*Free, all-ages.
¡Aprende a andar en bicicleta! – ¡Un evento gratis y sin cita, para todas las edades!
Sábado, 4 de mayo, puede presentarse en cualquier momento entre las 1:00 – 3:00 pm
Meadow View School (1855 Legacy St. Eugene)
¡Aprovecha la oportunidad y ven al evento! Únase a Bethel, 4J y Springfield Safe Routes to School; la ciudad de Eugene; la ciudad de Springfield y Shift Community Cycles para este divertido evento de hacer licuados usando los pedales como fuente de energía, revisión de bicicletas, información sobre bicicletas compartidas y talleres para familias e individuos de todas las edades sobre usar bicicletas como transporte.
No necesita su propia bicicleta para participar, pero traiga un casco y una bicicleta si tiene uno. Comuníquese con el programa de Rutas Seguras a la Escuela al Jack.Blashchishen@springfield.k12.or.us si tiene preguntas o para ser voluntario
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Date: Saturday, May 4th
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Meet at Electric Bike & Scooter
Every Saturday, Electric Bike & Scooter is hosting a night ride-out from their shop. You can find more on their website or @electriccurrentriders.
*Free, intended for adults.
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Date: Sunday, May 5
Time: 9 - 11:45 AM
Location: Start at Arriving By Bike bike shop
Meet at Arriving By Bike on the corner of 27th and Willamette between 8:50 and 9:00 A.M. Join us as we ride the Amazon bike path South to its terminus, then turn around and stop at Hideaway Bakery for coffee (on us!). From there, we'll circle back to the shop.
*Free, all-ages.
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Date: Sunday, May 5
Time: 10 AM - 3 PM
Location: Starts at Owen Rose Garden
Join Cascadia Mobility and Tree Climbing Eugene for a tree tour at Owen Rose Garden! This free event is perfect for families with little ones who need a weekend adventure. Supervised tree climbing will be happening!
Don't forget to pack a picnic. Don't forget to sign up here.
*Free, all-ages.
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Date: Sunday, May 5
Time: 12:30-3 PM
Location: 2715 Leo Harris Parkway, Eugene, OR
All ages are welcome to participate in this race event at Emerald Valley BMX - even striders!
There will be loaner bikes and helmets available, and new riders race for FREE. There will be an hour of registration and practice before races begin. Staff will be available to help new riders. The more the better!
There will be raffle prizes and food on site. $5 will be donated for every rider registered to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. USABMX is one of the top fundraisers for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, and tracks all over the USA and Canada hold RFL events annually.
Please join us for this cause and experience the fun that racing BMX has to offer.
*Free, all-ages.
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Date: Tuesday, May 7
Time: 5:30-9:30 PM
Location: UO Bike Program (Erb Memorial Union)
*This event is for UO students only*
Evening river ride and ice cream social with the UO Outdoor program! Join us for a ride down the river path and ice cream after you will learn about Eugene's incredible river trail and meet new friends!
*$5 for students + cost of rental bike if needed, UO students
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Date: Tuesday, May 7
Time: 6-8:30 PM
Location: Whypass/Carpenter Bypass Trail System, Lorane OR
Dirt Maiden's are starting up their evening WTFNB (Womens, Trans, Femme and Non-Binary) mountain bike rides at Whypass in May!
These rides are suited for folks with intermediate mountain biking skills. The rides are no-drop, will be around 2 hours of riding, and have lots of time to stop and chit-chat.
*Free, intended for adults.
Website- https://www.facebook.com/groups/1318150891707503
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Date: Wednesday, May 8
Time: 7:30-9:30 AM
Location: Schools Region-Wide
Schools around the region are participating in a national day aimed at encouraging students to walk, bike, scoot, skate, bus, carpool or use a mobility device for their school commute (anything other than driving alone).
Check your school communications for details on what's happening there, or connect with your district's Safe Routes to School Coordinator if you can't find information from the school: https://www.eugenespringfieldsrts.org/about
*Free, all-ages.
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Date: Wednesday, May 8th
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Meet at Campbell Community Center
Bike for fun and fitness! Departs every Wednesday at 10:00 AM from Campbell Community Center
*Free, older adults and seniors.
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Date: Wednesday, May 8
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Shift Community Cycles
Shift Community Cycles' 2nd Wednesday WTFNB Bike Workshop. Bring your bike and Shift members will go over basic repair.
*Free, intended for aults.
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Date: Thursday, May 9
Time: 4:30-6:30 PM
Location: Riverbank Path @ W. D St.
Roll your bike over to the City of Springfield's annual Wheels By The Willamette Wednesday, May 2! The event features FREE bike safety checks and minor repairs with Shift Community Cycles, maps, resources, bike lights, bike helmets, and more. Learn about City projects and chat with City staff and current Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) members.
*Free, all-ages.
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Date: Thursday, May 9
Time: 5:30 - 6:30 PM
Location: Lotus Parking lot (located at 1150 Bay St in Florence)
Group Ride starting at the Lotus Parking Lot in Old Town lot every Thursday in the Month of May. The route is TBD and we will start and end at the same location.
*Free, intended for adults
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Date: Friday, May 10
Time: 3-5 PM
Location: Co-Motion Cycles (4765 Pacific Ave, Eugene, OR)
Bring your special someone, child, spouse or biking pal and try a tandem at Co-Motion Cycles. Have you wondered what it's like to ride a tandem, but never had a chance to try? This event is just for you. We'll have demo tandems to try, for anyone who is curious about riding a bicycle build for two: a tandem. Double your horsepower and ride together with us!
We'll have some refreshments, and we'll give a presentation on how to ride a tandem, plus we'll have some experienced tandem riders on hand to help you get to know what tandem riding is all about. Helmets required. Smiles strongly encouraged.
*Free, all-ages.
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Date: Friday, May 10
Time: 4-5 PM
Location: Drop Bear Brewing (2690 Willamette, Eugene, OR)
Inspired by the weekly Bike Happy Hours in Portland, BEST’s Cycle of Change group of transportation activists is organizing a series of forums with candidates in contested races for Eugene City Council. Although attendees are encouraged to arrive by bike, we won’t be checking for helmets at the door! ;-)
This one will feature candidates for Eugene City Council Ward 2: Matt Keating and Lisa Warnes.
As a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit, BEST does not support or oppose any candidate for elected office. Rather the happy hours are intended to be fun social events that also educate members of the public and candidates about key transportation issues affecting our community.
BEST executive director Rob Zako will lead a semi-formal discussion, asking candidates — and time permitting attendees — a few open-ended questions.
*Free, intended for adults 18+
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Date: Friday, May 10th
Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Meet at Campbell Community Center
From Campbell Community Center--Join River House for Friday Bike Rides! Each Friday will have a different theme based on Eugene history. Tours cover sections of Eugene with new locations every week. Bikes and helmets available upon request. Contact 541-682-5329 for questions.
*18+ | $15 registration fee | Register here.
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Date: Saturday, May 11th
Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Location: Meet at Tacovore
Weekly Ride from Tacovore. Meet Saturdays at 9:30. More information on Eugene Velo Facebook.
*Free, intended for adults.
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Date: Saturday, May 11
Time: 10 AM - 12 PM
Location: Your home (or Park & Ride spot) to Century Field
Join other Emerald Valley Ultimate (EVU) players and their families by biking to this Saturday's games at Century Fields (behind the new YMCA). We'll have some extra bike parking set up and some free stickers (including the May is Bike Month passport sticker) and schwag to give away for those who biked to the game (or that share a story of biking to school or work during the week). There are schools from Shasta, Kelly, Monroe, Roosevelt, Spencer’s Butte, ATA, and Kennedy that have teams (some schools have multiple teams) so there will be a lot of games happening and Ultimate is a fun sport to watch so even if you don't have a kiddo on a team you can still come and enjoy a ride to watch some Ultimate (and earn another MiBM passport sticker)!
If you park downtown (free on the weekends!) you can hop on the just completed High Street protected bikeway and ride all the way to the game on the cities newest "all ages and abilities bikeway"! Then come back down to Saturday Market for lunch. Enjoy the sunshine, ride a bike, watch Ultimate!
*Free, all-ages
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Date: Saturday, May 11
Time: 11 AM - 1 PM
Location: Cresswell Pump Track, Cresswell, OR
Do you identify as WTFNB and have always been curious or wanted to try out riding on the dirt, trails, or a pumptrack? Curious about the different types of mountain bikes? (It can be overwhelming!) Meet the Dirt Maiden's at the Creswell Pump Track to learn the basics of riding on uneven surfaces, braking, standing up, pumping, and cornering so you can get comfy before hitting the trails!
This is aimed at BEGINNERS. Never rode a mountain bike before? Only rode a couple times and want to build confidence? This is the space for you!!
*Free, intended for adults, but kids are welcome.
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Date: Saturday, May 11
Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: 2235 Adams St., Eugene OR
Bring your bike and your bike lock down to the ToolBox Project for a how to lock your bike event! We’ll demonstrate the best ways to lock your bike and have various lock styles to explore. We’ll also have information on registering your bike with Bike Index or Project 529 to keep it safe!
We’ll have engravers on-hand so you can engrave your government-issued ID or phone number your bike.
*Free, new cyclists, returning riders, everyday riders; all are welcome.
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Date: Saturday, May 11th
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Meet at Electric Bike & Scooter
Every Saturday, Electric Bike & Scooter is hosting a night ride-out from their shop. You can find more on their website or @electriccurrentriders.
*Free, intended for adults.
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Date: Sunday, May 12
Time: 9 - 11:45 AM
Location: Start at Arriving By Bike bike shop
Meet at Arriving By Bike on the corner of 27th and Willamette between 8:50 and 9:00 A.M. We'll ride the Amazon Path, the High Street Bikeway, the riverbank path, and the 13th Avenue Bikeway to Moke's coffee shop.
After sharing drinks and treats, we'll circle back to Arriving By Bike. The coffee's on us!
*Free, all-ages.
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Date: Sunday, May 12
Time: 10 AM - 12 PM
Location: Emerald Valley BMX (2715 Leo Harris Blvd.)
Please join us for our 3rd year in a row of Ladies League BMX training sessions! We are offering 3 FREE training sessions for girls & women of all ages and skill level. This will be a fun, encouraging, & low pressure environment to learn new skills at every level with a full crew of women who are passionate and committed to helping other females in the sport we love!!
Each session will offer a new focus of training. Session #1 Sunday, May 12th - Basic Skills & Gates.
Session #2 Sunday, May 19th - Pumping & Corners. Special Mother’s Day Race following training (cash awards, food & prizes)
Session #3 Sunday, May 26th - Race Strategy, Timing, and Jump Session.
Please check in at the registration booth at every session from 10-10:30am. Sessions will start promptly at 10:30am and end at 12:00pm. We will have loaner bikes and helmets available. Closed toe shoes, long sleeves & long pants are required. Free race registration after each session for all girls & women who attend training sessions. Please stay tuned to this event page for updates and details about each session.
*Free, open to girls and women of all ages and bike riding skills.
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Date: Sunday, May 12th
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Location: Shift Community Cycles
Join Erin* and Lucy at Shift Community Cycles for birds and bike-themed All-Levels Yoga class! This free, 1-hour class is open to all, including teens/youth and yoga beginners.
Celebrate Mother's Day with a grounding and accessible class centered on bird-themed poses (asanas) and balance practice to improve your cycling posture and quiet your mind. And stay for some tea and conversation after class, if you like!
Wear comfortable, fairly form-fitting clothes and be prepared to take off shoes and socks.
Bring a mat + 2 blocks if you have them; we'll have loaner gear to borrow as well!
*Erin Carol, PhD, eRYT-500, is a certified Yoga Instructor with 10+ years of experience teaching Vinyasa, Yin, Hatha, Gentle, and Nidra classes and workshops through her nonprofit, "Donation-Based Yoga with Erin."
Email Erin Carol with any questions or accessibility needs for this event: erin@shiftcc.org
*Free, all-ages.
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Date: Tuesday, May 14
Time: 4:30-5:30 PM
Location: Springfield Library
Ready to increase your “biking in the street” knowledge? This fun and interactive Teen Library event focuses on rules of the road - including how to signal turns, where to ride in the lane, how to share the street safely with other users, and general street biking tips. Come test your knowledge and meet other Springfield-Eugene teens!
*Free, open to teens.
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Date: Tuesday, May 14
Time: 5:30 - 7:30 PM
Location: Emerald Valley BMX Track (2715 Leo Harris Parkway Eugene, OR)
Come out and join us for track practice at Emerald Valley BMX! All levels are welcome even first timers!
We have loaner bikes and full face helmets available. You're welcome to bring your own bike to ride. Riders are required to wear closed toe shoes, long sleeves and long pants covering knees. Gloves are recommended.
We will have staff available for first timers, and to help answer any questions you may have about our BMX program.
This practice is 2 hours long from 5-7pm. First practice is FREE- Returning riders cost is $5/person. Check in for practice nights is at the Snack Shack. See you at the track!
*Free (returning riders $5), all-ages
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Date: Wednesday, May 15
Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Meet at Hilyard Community Center
Join staff from Hilyard and others who are interested in a casual group ride with adaptive bikes. Pre-registration is required and you must have completed a bike assessment before the group ride. We will travel up to 5 miles at a casual pace and talk about bike safety and etiquette on the bike paths.
*Free - Register by calling 541-682-5311 or go online to www.getrec.org.
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Date: Wednesday, May 15th
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Meet at Campbell Community Center
Bike for Fun and Fitness! Departs every Wednesday at 10:00 AM from Campbell Community center.
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Date: Wednesday, May 15
Time: 4-6 PM
Location: Shift Community Cycles
All-ages upcycled art workshop!
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Date: Wednesday, May 15
Time: 5 - 6 PM
Location: Oakshire Public House
Inspired by the weekly Bike Happy Hours in Portland, BEST’s Cycle of Change group of transportation activists is organizing a series of happy hours with candidates in contested races for Eugene City Council. Although attendees are encouraged to arrive by bike, we won’t be checking for helmets at the door!
This one will feature Eugene City Council Ward 7 candidate Lyndsie Leech (who at the last minute had a conflict on May 3).
As a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit, BEST does not support or oppose any candidate for elected office.
Rather these happy hours are intended to be fun social events that also educate members of the public and candidates about key transportation issues affecting our community. Attendees will have a chance to speak informally with each candidate in a small group.
Everyone and all points of view are welcome. Please share your concerns and also listen to and be respectful of others. Thank you.
*Free, 18+, intended for adults
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Date: Wednesday, May 15
Time: 5:30-6:30 PM
Location: Starts at Springfield Justice Center (right across from Public House)
Did you hear PeaceHealth Rides bike share expanded into Downtown Springfield? Join this social bike ride to learn more about bike share, get a chance to ride a bike share bike, and meet other community members! The ride will be social-paced, making a six-mile loop along the flat Riverbank Path from Plank Town to Alton Baker Park and back. Come out and explore bike share and stay for drinks afterwards at Public House!
*Free event (drinks separate). Bike Ride - ages 16 and up.
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Date: Wednesday, May 15
Time: 6-7 PM
Location: Starts at University Park (2300 University Street, Eugene, OR)
In observation of the Ride of Silence, occurring annually on the 3rd Wednesday of May, Eugene-Springfield Group Rides, Shift Community Cycles, and avid cyclist Richard Hughes are hosting the Celebration of Life Ride. The ride invites the community to honor the memory of those who were killed or injured while cycling on public roadways and to raise awareness about sharing the road.
*Free, all-ages.
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Date: Wednesday, May 15
Time: 7-9 PM
Location: Drew Bear Brewery
Drop Bear Brewery hosts trivia night every Wednesday with Brett from Shelbyville Trivia. Join in for fun, beer and food, as well as the potential to win great prizes. This Wednesday, the theme will be bikes!
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Date: Thursday, May 16th
Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Location: Meet at Campbell Community Center
Recumbents? Tricycles? Hand cycles? Electric assist? Bike Share? Try all these at this bike demo. Try out our amazing fleet of bikes for people who can't or don't want to ride standard bike frames. Please register for this free event by calling 541-682-5318 or go online to www.getrec.org and enter class code 27045.
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Date: Thursday, May 16
Time: 5:45-8:30 PM
Location: Whypass/Carpenter Bypass Trail System, Lorane OR
If you identify as WTFNB + BIPOC, then come join Aparna on a beginner-friendly mountain bike ride at Whypass in Lorane, OR! Meeting up at 5:45pm, riding from 6-8pm-ish.
No drop, lots of chit-chat, and appropriate for folks just starting out mountain biking! Must have basic bike handling skills (riding on uneven terrain, braking/shifting, comfortable pedaling uphill).
18+ : Intended for adults.
Website- https://www.facebook.com/groups/1318150891707503
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Date: Thursday, May 16
Time: 5:30 - 6:30 PM
Location: Lotus Parking lot (located at 1150 Bay St in Florence)
Group Ride starting at the Lotus Parking Lot in Old Town lot every Thursday in the Month of May. The route is TBD and we will start and end at the same location.
*Free, intended for adults
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Date: Friday, May 17th
Time: 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Location: Blue Heron Bike Bridge
We're back!! Join us for the Breakfast at the Bridges (BBB) 2024 season.
Breakfast at the Bridges is designed for path users and commuters to grab a quick bite to eat and a cup of coffee, meet City staff, learn more about transportation in Eugene, and get a bicycle safety check all at the same time.
This signature summer event series celebrates the outdoors and encourages active transportation – especially walking and bicycling – to meet larger City goals, including healthy living, sustainability, and a vibrant business community. Breakfast at the Bridges features local advocacy organizations and businesses that actively work toward these City goals.
Like and share the events and invite your friends! See you out on the paths.
Enjoy:
FREE breakfast of bagels, cream cheese, and coffee provided by Palace Coffee and Bakery, Bagel Sphere, & Nancy's Yogurt
FREE bike safety checks
FREE Bike maps, bike bells, and resources from the City of Eugene
Website- https://fb.me/e/aqhqEai8Z
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Date: Friday, May 17th
Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Meet at Campbell Community Center
From Campbell Community Center--Join River House for Friday Bike Rides! Each Friday will have a different theme based on Eugene history. Tours cover sections of Eugene with new locations every week. Bikes and helmets available upon request. Contact 541-682-5329 for questions. | 18+ | $15 registration fee | Register here.
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Date: Friday, May 17th
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Meet at Kesey Square
Do you want to check out cool biking infrastructure?
Meet at Kesey Square at 5:00 p.m. and take a tour with our expert, Reed Dunbar, Senior Transportation Planner. Bring your bike, scooter, or rent a PeaceHealth Rides bike. There is a hub right at Kesey Square.
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Date: Friday, May 17th
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Location: Shift Community Cycles
Join Shift Community Cycles every 3rd Friday of the month for their Volunteer Party!
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Date: Saturday, May 18th
Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Location: Meet at Tacovore
Weekly Ride from Tacovore. Meet Saturdays at 9:30. More information on Eugene Velo Facebook.
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Date: Saturday, May 18
Time: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: 5th Street Market Alley
Join City of Eugene Waste Prevention for a free Fix-It Fair focused on bikes, skateboards, inline skates, and outdoor gear! Bring your broken gear and get help fixing items from local fix-it experts. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to get your wheels rolling smoothly for summer!
All-ages, family-friendly, free event.
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Date: Saturday, May 18
Time: 11 AM - 1 PM
Location: Two Start Options - South Eugene High School (Flagpole in front of school) or North Eugene High School (in front of the school)
*High School Students Only*
Join forces with your highschool in this friendly biking competition. Schools will ride together (starting from their buildings) and end the ride at Maurie Jacobs Park. The team with most riders will be declared the winner! Enjoy free food, music, and drinks on arrival.
*Free, High School Students Only
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Date: Saturday, May 18th
Time: 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Location: Falling Sky Brewing
That's right--Falling Sky Brewery is reviving its World's Shortest Bike Race in 2024! Seasoned Eugene bikers might remember the "13.05 feet of hell" that brought community members of all ages to participate in this memorable event. We can't wait to see you there!
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Date: Saturday, May 18
Time: Meet 4:15 PM, roll-out 4:30 PM
Start: Monroe Park (Monroe St. and W 10th Ave.)
Pick-up location: Amazon Park (22 Amazon Parkway)
Come one, come all on a family-friendly group bike ride to the Filmed by Bike Film Festival on Saturday, May 18!
The ride begins at Monroe Park, has a pickup location in Amazon Park, and ends at Straub Theater in time for the festival. Once at Straub Theater, there will be a free Shift Community Cycles repair pop up, free Cascadia Mobility bike valet, and free pizza available! View the route here.
Don't forget to purchase your ticket for the Filmed By Bike Film Festival after the ride.
*Free, all-ages
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Date: Saturday, May 18
Time: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Straub Hall, University of Oregon
Curated short films about bicycles and the outdoors, the Filmed by Bike Film Festival is coming to Eugene! UO and community partners are excited to show 1.5 hours of films and screen the winners of our local film contest. We will have free food, a group ride to the event, as well as bike valet and on-site bike repair services for your convenience. The event is also a fundraiser: all entry ticket and raffle ticket sales will go to Shift Community Cycles. Come join us for an inspiring night of bicycle films and information about local bike activities and groups here in our community.
*$10, all-ages
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Date: Saturday, May 18th
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Meet at Electric Bike & Scooter
Every Saturday, Electric Bike & Scooter is hosting a night ride-out from their shop. You can find more on their website or @electriccurrentriders.
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Date: Sunday, May 19
Time: 9 - 11:45 AM
Location: Start at Arriving By Bike bike shop
Meet at Arriving By Bike on the corner of 27th and Willamette between 8:50 and 9:00 A.M. This week’s ride will include some hills! We'll head West on 27th and 22nd, bike through Westmoreland Park, then take the Fern Ridge bike path back towards Willamette Street. We'll wind up at Crown Cafe - a new coffee shop in a bus just across the street from Arriving By Bike. The coffee's on us!
Family-friendly, all ages event.
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Date: Sunday, May 19th
Time: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: Farmers Market Pavilion
Transportation providers and community leaders will offer a variety of fun and educational activities related to walking, biking, riding the bus, shared mobility, and more. Test rides, fittings, workshops, guest presentations, student work showcases, art installations, a scavenger hunt, prizes, music, food, and more transportation-themed offerings.
Presented by Better Eugene-Springfield Transportation (BEST), AARP Oregon, and LiveMove at the University of Oregon.
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Date: Sunday, May 19th to Friday, May 31st
Time: Anytime!
Location: Eugene/Springfield
Quest By Cycle is a scavenger hunt like eco-adventure game where players pedal their way to sustainability, earn rewards, and transform communities—all while having fun! It's a fun way to stay active, explore your surroundings, and connect with fellow cycling enthusiasts.
Website- https://www.facebook.com/events/1136130254386772
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Date: Monday, May 20th
Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: Meet at Hilyard Community Center
Join staff from Hilyard and others who are interested in a casual group ride with adaptive bikes. Pre-registration is required and you must have completed a bike assessment before the group ride. We will travel up to 5 miles at a casual pace and talk about bike safety and etiquette on the bike paths. Register by calling 541-682-5311 or go online to www.getrec.org.
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Date: Monday, May 20
Time: 6-7 PM
Location: Common Bond Yoga (326 Main St, Springfield, OR 97477)
Join us for a FREE Yoga for Cyclists class! Get ready to stretch those areas that get tight while biking, including your shoulders and hip flexors, and melt away your stress.
This class is open to all ability levels, folks new to biking and new to yoga are encouraged to attend. Some yoga mats will be provided, but bring your own if you have one.
Thank you to Lucy for teaching, Common Bond Yoga for hosting, and the City of Springfield for sponsoring this Bike Month event!
*Free, intended for adults
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Date: Monday, May 20
Time: 5-7:30 PM
Location: UO Outdoor Program in the Erb Memorial Union
Join the UO Outdoor Program as UO alumna and author Heidi Beierle takes center stage to share insights into her memoir, Heidi Across America. A gritty story of how opening your heart to others enables you to open your heart to yourself, Heidi’s story is a depiction of homecoming to self and nation.
As a student at the UO the summer of 2010 when she pedaled solo across the country to study bicycle tourism and rural economic development. This memoir captures the transformative personal journey Heidi experienced during her ride and offers insight about getting unstuck in life, learning to love the remarkable person you are, and finding space in your heart for America. Free and open to all, UO students and community members.
Following the author talk, there will be a Q&A session where attendees can ask their own questions and find out more about Heidi’s journey. Learn more about Heidi here: https://heidibeierle.com/book
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Date: Tuesday, May 21
Time: 5:30 - 7:30 PM
Location: Emerald Valley BMX Track (2715 Leo Harris Parkway Eugene, OR)
Come out and join us for track practice at Emerald Valley BMX! All levels are welcome even first timers!
We have loaner bikes and full face helmets available. You're welcome to bring your own bike to ride. Riders are required to wear closed toe shoes, long sleeves and long pants covering knees. Gloves are recommended.
We will have staff available for first timers, and to help answer any questions you may have about our BMX program.
This practice is 2 hours long from 5-7pm. First practice is FREE- Returning riders cost is $5/person. Check in for practice nights is at the Snack Shack. See you at the track!
*Free (returning riders $5), all-ages
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Date: Tuesday, May 21st
Time: 3:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: Meet at Kincaid Park
GRiT stands for Girls Riding Together. Join us for our GRiT Ride! This is a no-stress, beginner ride designed for middle and high school girls - and all are welcome! Female and female-identifying student-athletes and adults get first dibs, but the boys and men who support them are welcome to come support.
The Eugene Composite Team offers mountain biking for grades 6-12 with skills, trail rides, racing and community building. The team was established in 2018 and is organized under the Oregon Interscholastic Cycling League and the National Interscholastic Cycling Association (NICA)
Questions: contact Team Director Dennis Sibilia-Young (541) 520-9370
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Date: Wednesday, May 22nd
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Meet at Campbell Community Center
Bike for Fun and Fitness! Departs every Wednesday at 10:00 AM from Campbell Community Center.
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Date: Wednesday, May 22
Time: 8:30 - 9:45 PM
Location: Starts at Kesey Square
Birds of a feather ride bikes together! Come out for our bike party under the full moon! Aligning with the theme for this month's events, the theme for outfits and playlists is BIRDS!
Moonlight Mash is music-fueled social celebration of cycling that rides from Kesey Square every lunar cycle. The route and pace are friendly to all kinds of riders. Our route takes from Downtown through Jefferson Westside to the river paths to Alton Baker Park to UO and back to Kesey Square.
*Free, intended for adults
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Date: Thursday, May 23
Time: 5:30 - 6:30 PM
Location: Lotus Parking lot (located at 1150 Bay St in Florence)
Group Ride starting at the Lotus Parking Lot in Old Town lot every Thursday in the Month of May. The route is TBD and we will start and end at the same location.
*Free, intended for adults
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Date: Friday, May 24th
Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Meet at Campbell Community Center
From Campbell Community Center--Join River House for Friday Bike Rides! Each Friday will have a different theme based on Eugene history. Tours cover sections of Eugene with new locations every week. Bikes and helmets available upon request. Contact 541-682-5329 for questions. | 18+ | $15 registration fee | Register here.
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Date: Saturday, May 25th
Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Location: Meet at Tacovore
Weekly Ride from Tacovore. Meet Saturdays at 9:30. More information on Eugene Velo Facebook.
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Date: Saturday, May 25
Time: 11 AM - 1 PM
Location: BRING Garden of Earthly Delights (4446 Franklin Blvd. Eugene, OR)
Join BRING for a pedal-powered adventure. Turn old gears into soothing sounds by upcycling old bike parts into charming windchimes. And don't forget to swing by the Shift Community Cycles Bike Repair Pop-up for a quick tune-up, which includes shared knowledge from the bike experts on how to repair and maintain your bike for years to come. This is a family-friendly, drop-in program perfect for all ages. Ride your bike to this event to receive a 20% discount on one used item at BRING! All used bikes and bike parts are 20% OFF all month.
Free event. All-ages.
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Date: Saturday, May 25th
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Meet at Electric Bike & Scooter
Every Saturday, Electric Bike & Scooter is hosting a night ride-out from their shop. You can find more on their website or @electriccurrentriders.
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Date: Sunday, May 26
Time: 9 - 11:45 AM
Location: Start at Arriving By Bike bike shop
Meet at Arriving By Bike on the corner of 27th and Willamette between 8:50 and 9:00 A.M. From there, we'll take the Amazon Path north, hook up with the High Street. two-way bike lane, then take 5th Street wet towards Wandering Goat Coffee Co. After coffee. When we’re done we'll circle back to Arriving By Bike. The coffee's on us!
Family-friendly, all ages event.
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Date: Sunday, May 26
Time: 10 AM - 3 PM
Location: Starts at Owen Rose Garden
Join Cascadia Mobility and Tree Climbing Eugene for a tree tour at Owen Rose Garden! This free event is perfect for families with little ones who need a weekend adventure. Supervised tree climbing will be happening!
Don't forget to pack a picnic. Don't forget to sign up here.
*Free, all-ages.
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Date: Sunday, May 12
Time: 10 AM - 12 PM
Location: Emerald Valley BMX (2715 Leo Harris Blvd.)
Please join us for our 3rd year in a row of Ladies League BMX training sessions! We are offering 3 FREE training sessions for girls & women of all ages and skill level. This will be a fun, encouraging, & low pressure environment to learn new skills at every level with a full crew of women who are passionate and committed to helping other females in the sport we love!!
Each session will offer a new focus of training. Session #1 Sunday, May 12th - Basic Skills & Gates.
Session #2 Sunday, May 19th - Pumping & Corners. Special Mother’s Day Race following training (cash awards, food & prizes)
Session #3 Sunday, May 26th - Race Strategy, Timing, and Jump Session.
Please check in at the registration booth at every session from 10-10:30am. Sessions will start promptly at 10:30am and end at 12:00pm. We will have loaner bikes and helmets available. Closed toe shoes, long sleeves & long pants are required. Free race registration after each session for all girls & women who attend training sessions. Please stay tuned to this event page for updates and details about each session.
*Free, open to girls and women of all ages and bike riding skills.
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Date: Sunday, May 26th
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Farmers Market Pavilion
Bike from your home to the Eugene Tea Festival at the Farmer's Market Pavilion Plaza. Show your helmet at registration for free general admission! We're encouraging folks to bike to the festival. General admission includes a porcelain tasting cup to enjoy the free tea served by our 40+ vendors.
Website- https://www.eugeneteafest.org/
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Date: Tuesday, May 28
Time: 5:30 - 7:30 PM
Location: Emerald Valley BMX Track (2715 Leo Harris Parkway Eugene, OR)
Come out and join us for track practice at Emerald Valley BMX! All levels are welcome even first timers!
We have loaner bikes and full face helmets available. You're welcome to bring your own bike to ride. Riders are required to wear closed toe shoes, long sleeves and long pants covering knees. Gloves are recommended.
We will have staff available for first timers, and to help answer any questions you may have about our BMX program.
This practice is 2 hours long from 5-7pm. First practice is FREE- Returning riders cost is $5/person. Check in for practice nights is at the Snack Shack. See you at the track!
*Free (returning riders $5), all-ages
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Date: Wednesday, May 29th
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Meet at Campbell Community Center
Bike for Fun and Fitness! Departs every Wednesday at 10am from Campbell Community center.
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Date: Wednesday, May 29
Time: 6-7 PM
Location: Starts at Klink Cycles
Meet at Klink Cycles at 6, ride out at 6:30. Ride is an all bike path 10 mile loop starting and ending at the shop. Casual pace required! Afterwards stick around for refreshments.
Check Klink's Facebook for the most up-to-date information.
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Date: Wednesday, May 29th
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: TBA
Join UO Outdoor Program and Greater Eugene Area Riders for a fun evening of bird watching along the bike path to the Delta Ponds!
***Helmets & Sign up required! Please visit https://eugenegears.org/ride-schedules/
Website- https://eugenegears.org/ride-schedules/
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Date: Thursday, May 9
Time: 5:30 - 6:30 PM
Location: Lotus Parking lot (located at 1150 Bay St in Florence)
Group Ride starting at the Lotus Parking Lot in Old Town lot every Thursday in the Month of May. The route is TBD and we will start and end at the same location.
*Free, intended for adults
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Date: Friday, May 31st
Time: 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Location: Amazon and 24th
We're back!! Join us for the Breakfast at the Bridges (BBB) 2024 season.
Breakfast at the Bridges is designed for path users and commuters to grab a quick bite to eat and a cup of coffee, meet City staff, learn more about transportation in Eugene, and get a bicycle safety check all at the same time.
This signature summer event series celebrates the outdoors and encourages active transportation – especially walking and bicycling – to meet larger City goals, including healthy living, sustainability, and a vibrant business community. Breakfast at the Bridges features local advocacy organizations and businesses that actively work toward these City goals.
Like and share the events and invite your friends! See you out on the paths.
Enjoy:
FREE breakfast of bagels, cream cheese, and coffee provided by Palace Coffee and Bakery, Bagel Sphere, & Nancy's Yogurt
FREE bike safety checks
FREE Bike maps, bike bells, and resources from the City of Eugene
Website- https://fb.me/e/4lQMvEmGD
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Date: Friday, May 31st
Time: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Meet at Kesey Square
Critical Mass is a worldwide movement where cyclists gather once a month to bike together in a festive and radically pro-bike environment. We ride through the streets of Eugene for about 1.5 hours and then end the ride with a social hour/mega dance party that usually includes fire spinners and/or a campfire (with libations).