May 14, 2026
Bike to Wherever Day
The Bay Area's biggest day for bicycling
What is Bike to Wherever Day?
Bay Area Bike to Work Day (BTWD) started over 30 years ago in 1994 to celebrate biking as a fun, healthy commute option—and to inspire non-cyclists to give it a try. It was also a chance to advocate for better bike infrastructure and safety across the region.
While every county goes big, the East Bay goes really big! Last year, over 12,100 East Bay riders joined us on Bike to Wherever Day, visiting our 120+ Energizer Stations to grab tote bags, treats and high-fives. See our recap here!
What happened to Bike to "Work" Day?
Over a million Bay Area residents live within five miles of their workplace—perfect for biking. With fewer people commuting to offices, we’re encouraging folks to bike for shopping, errands, and more—a simple way to get outside, breathe fresh air, and stay active. In a world grappling with climate change, pollution, and congestion, the real question is: “Why not bike?”
Is there only 1 day to celebrate?
No! May is Bike Month, so we’ll have fun events, challenges and giveaways all month long. Thursday, May 14 is special though, as its the 1 day to visit Energizer Stations and pick up your tote bag.
Pledge to Ride
Be a part of our growing bike movement! When you pledge to ride, you’ll be added to the total Bay Area count of bicyclists and receive a map of Energizer Stations, bike offers and discounts, and a limited edition 2026 tote bag.
Rick Rickard,
Alameda County
2025 BCOY
Nominate your 2026 Bike Champions of the Year!
Every year, each of the nine Bay Area Counties selects their own Bike Champion of the Year, recognized for their dedication to promoting bicycling as a primary mode of transportation and for their ability to inspire others in their local communities.
Do you know an incredible cyclist, policymaker, educator, or advocate who champions biking in your county? Nominate them starting February 1. Winners will receive prizes and recognition Bay Area-wide!
Teresa Datar,
Contra Costa County
In Memoriam
Bill Pinkham,
Contra Costa County
2025 BCOYs
When you pledge, you’ll receive a map of Energizer Stations, bike offers and discounts, and a limited edition 2025 tote bag.
Energizer Stations are the community hubs where 20,000+ residents will pedal to visit on BTWD, pick up bags, and celebrate the joy of biking.
Brush up your bike skills: all our classes are free and taught by certified instructors. We host classes all over the East Bay: find one near you!
If you join Bike East Bay as a monthly donor or make a $35+ gift, you’ll be entered to win a Rad Power e-bike.
All month long, we're hosting free classes, group rides, and fun events!
Events
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Events
May 15 Group Ride with Elected Officials (Oakland), 7:15-9am
Choose from multiple routes, and ride to City Hall where coffee and donuts await! Councilmembers from D1, D2, D3, D5, D6 and D7 have confirmed attendance.
May 15 Group Ride with Elected Officials (Berkeley), 8-9am
Join Mayor Ishii, City Manager Buddenhagen, and 6 Councilmembers as they bike from Asbhy BART to City Hall.
May 15 Bike Happy Hour (Oakland), 4-7pm
Join the block party in Old Oakland for Drake’s Beer, a live DJ, a drag performance, giveaways, kids’ activities, discounts at local businesses and more!
May 15 BTWD After Party (Alameda), 5-7pm
Enjoy Alameda Point’s epic views, plus a live DJ, free drinks and snacks, a bike gear raffle, e-bike demos, a fix-it station, and good vibes.
May 16 Bike Month Food Truck Party with Bike Fremont, 5-8pm
Celebrate Bike to Wherever Days with Bike Fremont at Fremont Street Eats, with free bike valet and food truck vouchers!
May 31 Canal & Iron Horse Trail Group Ride (Concord), 11am-2pm
All experience levels welcome on this no-drop ride. We’re biking 11.3mi from Monument Impact to Concord BART
May 17 Urban Cycling 101 Day 1 (Berkeley), 1-3pm
May 21 Bike Share 101 (Oakland), 6-8pm
May 24 Adult Learn-to-Ride (Fremont), 10am-1pm
May 31 Fix-a-Flat Workshop (Albany), 12-1:30pm
May 11 Family Cycling Workshop (Alameda), 10am-12:30pm
May 17 Family Cycling Workshop (San Leandro), 10am-1pm
Pledge to Ride
Energizer Stations make the day happen!
Last year, we hosted 120+ Energizer Stations alongside our local partners, all across the East Bay.
These community hubs are places to grab a limited-edition BTWD bag and celebrate the joy of riding a bike.
Want to host a station in 2026? Fill out the form below!
Bike to Wherever Day, happening Thursday, May 15, 2025, is the East Bay’s premier celebration of biking, bringing together a vibrant community of over tens of thousands of riders across all ages and backgrounds. Join us as a sponsor for the most joyful biking day of the year!
Keep the celebration going!
Celebrate the joys of active commuting, building community, and school pride. Registered schools receive free resources and materials to help encourage and celebrate safe biking and rolling! Learn more on the Alameda County Safe Routes to Schools Program Bike to School Day page!
Log your rides in May towards our collective goal of 120,000 miles as part of the Bay Area Bike Challenge. The more you ride and log the more awesome prizes you are eligible to win!
Thanks to Our Energizer Station Hosts!
On Bike to Wherever Day, over 20,000 East Bay residents will pedal to visit over 100 Energizer Stations to grab a free bag filled with goodies and celebrate the joy of biking everywhere.
Stations are free to host, and get extensive support from Bike East Bay. Put the station in front of your business, your gathering space, or transit hub and let folks know who you are while creating a real-world connection between your organization and the community around you. It’s fun, generates goodwill, and showcases the vibrancy of your city.
New to biking, or ready to brush up on your skills? We offer FREE classes taught by certified instructors, in-person and online all over the Bay. Find the class that’s right for you!