Grab your gear for Bike to Wherever Day on May 14
BART is BIKEable too. Celebrate Bike Month all May. Photo courtesy of Bike East Bay.
Get ready to pedal into all the fun of Bike Month this May! Our East Bay streets come alive with events for riders of all ages and experience levels. Whether you explore a new scenic trail, glide through your neighborhood on a warm day, or roll out with your whole crew on a group ride: we’re celebrating the joy a bicycle brings and are committed to building an East Bay where folks can move safely through our streets every day of the year.
Bike to Wherever Day: Frequently Asked Questions
Is it Bike to WORK Day or Bike to WHEREVER Day?
It's both! Until 2020 Bike to Work Day encouraged commuters to ditch their car and hop on their bike to work. In 2026 work looks very different for many people so we hope you will take this opportunity to ride wherever on May 14.
What is the deal with the Pledge to Ride?
Be a part of the growing bike movement! When you sign up, you’ll receive a map of Energizer Stations, bike offers and discounts and a limited edition 2026 messenger bag. It's also one of the ways that Bike East Bay records ridership on May 14, which then makes a real difference when reporting to participating cities as the argument is made that biking MATTERS! Pledge now and ride on May 14th!
How do I find my closest Energizer Station?
Energizer Stations are volunteer community-run hubs where 10,000+ residents will pedal to visit, pick up bags and celebrate the joy of biking. Bike East Bay hosts a digital interactive map on their website where you can plan out a ride to your favorite stations on May 14th!
BART stations include: Castro Valley, Dublin/Pleasanton, Fremont, Hayward, Lake Merritt, MacArthur, North Berkeley, Rockridge, San Leandro, South Hayward, Union City, Warm Springs, West Dublin/Pleasanton and West Oakland.
What is a Bike Champion of the Year (BCOY)?
Every year, each of the nine Bay Area Counties selects their own Bike Champion of the Year. These champions are recognized for their dedication to promoting bicycling as a primary mode of transportation and for their ability to inspire others in their local communities. Nominations are made in March, with the BCOY awarded at the beginning of May as part of the Bike Month celebration. Learn about the 2026 Bike Champions and see who was selected to represent your county.
I heard there was a Bay Area Bike Challenge happening in May – how do I join?
Through Ride with GPS, log your rides in May towards the collective goal of 175,000 miles as part of the Bay Area Bike Challenge. The more you ride and log the more awesome prizes you are eligible to win. It can’t be done without you! Ride with GPS log information can be found here.
Where is your favorite bike route near BART?
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