May is Bike Month in Austin and one of the city’s premiere events is on Friday. Here’s what you need to know:
Bike To Work Day Kicks off at 7 a.m.
Fueling stations will be set up all over the city on Friday for Bike to Work Day. Stations will run from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. and include free drinks and snacks like coffee, tacos, and waffles. People participating in Bike to Work Day will be able to get free bike tune-ups as well.
Dozens of stations will be available. You can find the one closest to you using Bike Month ATX’s online map.
Party at City Hall
Bike to Work Day culminates in a celebration outside City Hall downtown. Information and swag will be given out starting at 7 a.m. Breakfast tacos and beverages will be provided and speakers start at 9 a.m.
A group photo will be taken around 9:20 a.m.
CapMetro Is Offering Free Electric Bike Passes
Don’t have a bike? No problem! Capital Metro is offering free day passes all day Friday for its electric bike share program. Use the code B2WD26 in the agency’s One Day Pass option.
Group Rides Are Available
Four group rides will be led by Ghisallo Cycling Initiative on Friday. The rides are free to join and end at City Hall before 9 a.m. Rides take off from East Austin, South Austin, North/Central Austin, and Windsor Park.
Find the best group ride for you online.
Finish the Day With a Concert
Bike to Work Day ends with a happy hour and concert at Central Machine Works from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Cyclists get food and drink specials. A concert featuring The Droptines and Coleman Jennings starts at 7:30 p.m.
