Keeping Cork Active
Bike Week Cork 2025 Events
| Sunday 11th May | ||
| All You Need To Know About Cargo Bikes Showcase | ||
| Cork Cycling Campaign Cargo bikes Showcase and their uses. Cargo bike owners and suppliers will speak about their bike and their experience! Time: 12pm-2pm Date: Sunday 11th May 2025 Location: Marina Park Suitability: Adults, static event suitable for all abilities For more information email: [email protected]
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| Courtmac & Back Cycle |
| Cycle from Ballinspittle to Courtmacsherry. Lunch in Courtmacsherry, then return by bike to Ballinspittle for raffle of Bike Week items Time: 11.30am Date: Sunday 11th May 2025 Location: Ballinspittle Church Suitability: Adults. Children 16+ years accompanied by an adult. To register for free: https://eventmaster.ie/event/pOrBivyTyo |
| Tragumna Family Fun Cycle |
| Enjoy a gentle cycle with off road locations through beautiful Liss Ard Estate and stunning Tragumna beach. Delicous food will be provided before a cycle back through Liss Ard to Skibbereen Time: 1-4pm Date: Sunday 11th May 2025 Location: Abbeystrewry NS, Castletownshend Rd, Skibbereen Suitability: Children, Adults and families For more information email: [email protected] |
| Circumnavigation Cycle of Cork City |
| Participants will be guided on a loop around Cork City, using a mix of urban cycle lanes and quieter suburban roads. The event is designed to introduce riders to lesser-known areas of the city and its outskirts, revealing new recreational spaces along the way. The route begins at St Patrick’s Quay, follows cycle paths along the North Quays as far as the North Mall, then continues along Suil na mBan and the Mardyke Path to Lee Fields. Next, the tour follows the Curragheen River Greenway to Umvar Drive before proceeding along Model Farm Road, passing Dennehys Cross to reach the Lough and then crossing to Tramore Valley Park. Finally, the route continues along Douglas Skehard Road and the Old Blackrock Railway, following the greenway back into the city. Support, including route maps and rest stops, will be available throughout the journey. This event is designed for stronger cyclists keen to explore a variety of cycle routes across Cork City. Time: 11am-1pm Date: Sunday 11th May 2025 Location: Mary Elmes Bridge, St Patrick Quay Suitability: Adults, Teenagers Register for free: [email protected] |
| Midleton Greenway Family Fun Cycle |
| Participants will be guided by ride leaders as they cycle from Midleton to the Mogeely section of the MY Greenway. A brief stop will be made in Mogeely, where you can enjoy picnic items you bring along, or grab a refreshment from the coffee trailer. You are welcome to bring your own bike; if you don’t have one, please indicate on your registration along with your height to request a bike Time: 11am-2pm Date: Sunday 11th May 2025 Location: Midleton to Mogeely section of MY (Midleton Youghal) Greenway Suitability: Families who are able to cycle 16km together are welcome to participate. Bikes are available for those who don’t have their own, with options for adults and children aged 7+. These bikes, as well as chariot trailers for younger children, must be booked at the time of registration. To register for free: https://eventmaster.ie/event/pOrBivyTyo |
| The Marina Family Nature ride |
| A family-friendly bike ride stopping often to notice nature, led by nature guide Jo Goodyear. The ride will start at the Centre Park Road entrance of Marina Market. Time: 10.30am-12.30pmDate: Sunday 11th May 2025Location: Marina Market, Centre Park Road, Cork City. T12 YX76Suitability: Adults, families For more information: corkcommunitybikes.com/bike-week |
| Views of Cork City Bike Ride |
| This ride will take on some challenging climbs as it weaves its way around the best views of Cork City, with stops to appreciate the views. Time: 5-7pm Date: Sunday 11th May 2025 Location: Berwick Fountain, Grand Parade, Cork City. T12 CKV9 Suitability: Adults For more information: corkcommunitybikes.com/bike-week |
| Ballincollig Sustainable Travel Park Cycle |
| A leisurely cycle following a route through Ballincollig and the Ballincollig Regional Park. The cycle will be led by experienced cyclists who cycle in Ballincollig daily. The event will highlight the existing cycling infrastructure in Ballincollig and how to use the park to navigate around the area. The event will culminate with a talk by a local bike shop owner who will provide basic bike maintenance tips. Time: 12.45pm-3pm Date: Sunday 11th May 2025 Location: Ballincollig GAA entrance to the Regional Park Suitability: All Ages (U18 Accompanied by adults) For more information email: [email protected] |
| Bike Week Islands Of Cork History Cycle |
| A gentle guided cycle visiting the many islands that came to form Cork city hear the story of their history and unique identity Time: 7pm-10pm Date: Sunday 11th May 2025 Location: Meeting point Michael Collins Bike Statue outside the Library on Grand Parade Suitability: All, will be shorter, slower or involve a lot of off-road route and so be particularly suited to less confident cyclists To register for free: https://eventmaster.ie/event/pOrBivyTyo |
| An Oige Leisure Cycle To Haulbowline Park |
| 45k Cycle to Amenity Park Ringaskiddy, Coffee stop in Park or Cafe in Ringaskiddy
Date: Sunday 11th May 2025 Location: Cork Opera House Suitability: Adults For more information email: [email protected] |
| “Cycle Freedom” – Midleton Greenway Bikes & Bites |
| The aim of our Cycle Freedom event is to promote a healthy and active lifestyle while showcasing the beauty of our local area. By offering free bike rentals during Bike Week, we aim to encourage people to get outdoors, explore the natural surroundings, and experience the joy of cycling. Get ready to Pedal your way to freedom during Bike Week with our Cycle Freedom event! Experience the exhilarating joy of exploring the scenic wonders of our local Greenway on two wheels, completely free of charge! So, join us for Bike Week and embrace the spirit of freedom on a bike with Cycle Freedom! Time: 10am-5pm Date: Sunday 11th May 2025 Location: Midleton Greenway Bikes & Bites, 57 Main Street, Midleton 10am – 5pm daily Suitability: Adults, children, families. Simply email [email protected] with the following details:
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| “Cycle Freedom” Youghal Bike Hire |
| The aim of our Cycle Freedom event is to promote a healthy and active lifestyle while showcasing the beauty of our local area. By offering free bike rentals during Bike Week, we aim to encourage people to get outdoors, explore the natural surroundings, and experience the joy of cycling. Get ready to Pedal your way to freedom during Bike Week with our Cycle Freedom event! Experience the exhilarating joy of exploring the scenic wonders of our local area on two wheels, completely free of charge! So, join us for Bike Week and embrace the spirit of freedom on a bike with Cycle Freedom! Time: 10am-5pm Date: Sunday 11th May 2025 Location: Youghal Bike Hire, O’ Brien’s Place, Youghal; 10am – 5pm daily Suitability: Adults, children, families. Simply email [email protected] with the following details:
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| Bike Week Cork Hire Cycle Freedom |
| The aim of our Cycle Freedom event is to promote a healthy and active lifestyle while showcasing the beauty of our local area. By offering free bike rentals during Bike Week, we aim to encourage people to get outdoors, explore the natural surroundings, and experience the joy of cycling. Get ready to Pedal your way to freedom during Bike Week with our Cycle Freedom event! Experience the exhilarating joy of exploring the scenic wonders of our local Greenway on two wheels, completely free of charge! So, join us for Bike Week and embrace the spirit of freedom on a bike with Cycle Freedom! Time: 10am – 5pm Date: Sunday 11th May 2025 Location: Cork Bike Hire – Cork City Depot T12 YX76 Suitability: Adults, children, families – kids bikes available from 7+ year olds. Chariot trailers available for young children Simply email [email protected] with the following details:
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| Bike Week Poetry Night |
| A cycling themed evening of poetry and spoken word Time: 8.30pm-11.30pm Date: Sunday 11th May 2025 Location: Online and in person at the Friary 1 Shandon St. Suitability: Adults, static event suitable for all abilities To register for free: https://eventmaster.ie/event/pOrBivyTyo |
| Fix Your Brakes taster |
| An intro session on brakes, this will give a better understanding of how they should work. The focus will be on helping you to recognise when there are problems, and this may allow you to fix any issues that come up on your bike. Feel free to bring your bike along, we will provide bikes for you to try out the repair work yourself. We will have materials and tools provided. Time: 6-8pm Date: Sunday 11th May 2025 Location: Rebel Reads, Unit O2, Marina Commercial Park, Cork City. T12 VW53 Suitability: Adults, Teenagers For more information: corkcommunitybikes.com/bike-week |
| Bike Doctor @ The Marina |
| Mechanics from Cork Community Bikes will thoroughly check your bike and carry out any small repairs as needed. They will explain what they are doing and give advice on looking after your bike, and you’ll have a bike prescription to take away. Time: 1-2.30pm Date: Sunday 11th May 2025 Location: in front of Lee Rowing Club, The Marina, Cork City. T12 CX27 Suitability: Adults, families For more information: corkcommunitybikes.com/bike-week |
| Clonakilty Free Bicycle Safety Checks |
| To get bikes ready for the Clonakilty Bicycle festival & summer season, Come learn about the Bike Circus and what it means to become a member. Have your bike safety checked for free. Meet the Yard Dogz, our friendly crew of volunteers. Time: 10am-3pm Date: Sunday 11th May 2025 Location: The Bike Circus, Clonakilty Suitability: All For more information [email protected] |
| History Cycle Tour With Queer Bike Rides Cork |
Bike Week Cork History Cycle Tour With Queer Bike Rides Cork Time: 10:30pm Date: Sunday 11th May 2025 Location: Harley St Suitability: Adults Register: shorturl.at/zH6tE |