may is national bike month
Strap on your helmet and check your tires, we’re celebrating cycling all month long! No matter your skill level or ability, there is a variety of fun activities for you. From one of the region’s largest cycling events and group rides all along the Trail to helmet giveaways and repair clinics, there's something for everyone!
EXCITING GROUP RIDES, REPAIR CLINICS AND ACTIVITIES TRAILSIDE
Wellness FUN Fair & Bike Rodeo - May 3rd
Get ready to roll into a day of fun and wellness! We’re teaming up with Charles City Public Schools and the Bicycle Co-op of Williamsburg for a Wellness Fun Fair and Bike Rodeo you won’t want to miss! Join us from 10 am to 1 pm at Charles City High School for bike safety checks, free helmets with custom fittings, a cool obstacle course, exciting bike raffles, and family-friendly games. Whether you're pedaling through the course or just stopping by for the fun, there’s something for everyone!
2025 Pedal the Parkway - May 3rd
The National Park Service invites the public to bike, walk, or jog along a 7-mile portion of the Colonial Parkway on May 3 from 7am to 1 pm. The NPS will close the Colonial Parkway to vehicle traffic between Route 199/Kingspoint and Route 359/Jamestown Settlement. Indoor restrooms are available at the Jamestown Island Visitors Center. Free parking is available at the Jamestown Settlement. Please note that entrance fees/passes are required.
For more info >> https://wabonline.org/index.php/ride-calendar/2025-pedal-the-parkway
BikeWalk Williamsburg’s Bikes Out of Hibernation - May 3rd
Get that neglected bike out of your garage and get it ready for Spring! Join BikeWalk Williamsburg, Williamsburg Area Bicyclists, Jamestown Settlement, and James City County Parks & Recreation on Saturday, May 3rd from 9 AM to 1 PM at the Jamestown Settlement parking lot. Local bike shops will be on site to provide free safety checks and minor adjustments. Then take your bike for a spin on the adjacent Virginia Capital Trail or the Colonial Parkway, which will be closed to motor traffic! NO REGISTRATION - just come on down!
For more info >> https://bit.ly/bikesoutofhibernation
20th Milestone Cap2Cap presented by Dominion Energy - May 9th & 10th
Celebrate Bike Month with your Cap2Cap community on May 9th & 10th. Ride the Virginia Capital Trail and enjoy a Party Celebration (open to the whole community) at Chickahominy Riverfront Park in Williamsburg on Friday, May 9th, or at Dorey Park in Henrico on Saturday, May 10th! Riders will be supported by SAG & tech support, five rest stops, and will receive a limited-edition Cap2Cap t-shirt, water bottle, drawstring bag, lunch, beverage ticket, and more.
Register to ride or for more info >> https://runsignup.com/Race/VA/VirginiaCapitalTrail/Cap2Cap
Rock the Outdoors with Dominion Riverrock - May 16th to 19th
From tunes to trail running, bikes to bouldering, SUPs to pups, fishing, craft brews, paddling on the James, and more…it’s all happening in Richmond! Stop by for the day or enjoy a whole weekend of extreme outdoor activities. Don’t forget to swing by our VCTF booth and say hi for some fun activities!
For more info >> https://www.riverrockrva.com/
Family Fun Fest - May 17th
James City County Parks and Recreation is hosting their Family Fun Fest on May 17th, 11 am to 3 pm, at Chickahominy Riverfront Park. Cost is $10 per car. The annual event is designed to entertain, enrich, and educate the entire family! Featured events include: arts and crafts, inflatables, costume characters, health and wellness activities, and a group ride!
For more info >> https://www.jamescitycountyva.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=6312
Cap Trail 101 with Riverfront Cruises - May 22nd
Join us for a relaxing riverfront cruise along the James River and Kanawha Canal from 6 pm to 7 pm on Thursday, May 22nd. Get a front-row seat to the Trail for this informative talk, starting with the early beginnings of the Trail into the current day. There will be some historical context, some non-profit programming knowledge, and so much more!
Reserve Your Spot >> https://bit.ly/captrail101riverfrontcruises
12th Annual RVA Bike Month KICKS OFF - Events Around Richmond
With 60 events over five weeks, most of them produced by the world’s best volunteer ride leaders, RVA Bike Month has grown into a rich and fun reflection of the deep roots of our bike-friendly community. Check out the event calendar on BikeWalkRVA’s website to find an event that suits your interests and skill level. Activities range from group rides, bike races, and social gatherings.
Don’t forget to take fun pics and tag @virginiacapitaltrail on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram. Or use #captrailadventures
