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Bike Week Cork Sun 19th May Events 2024

Bike Week Cork 2024 Events

Sunday 19th May
Courtmac & Back Leisure Cycle

Courtmac & Back, Fun and sociable cycle for leisure cyclists! Lunch included

Time:  11:30am

Date:  Sunday 19th May 2024

Location: Ballinspittle, parking opposite church

Suitability: Adults. Children 16+ years accompanied by an adult.

For more information click: https://eventmaster.ie/event/qEzVCP7SQq

 Bike Week Wild Walls Of Cork

In collaboration with biodiversity week. A guided tour of the nature and wildlife to be found living in on and around old walls in Cork city centre.

Time:  7pm-10pm

Date: Sunday 19th May

Location: Meeting point Michael Collins Bike Statue outside the Library on Grand Parade

Suitability: will be shorter, slower route and so be particularly suited to less confident cyclists

For more information click: https://eventmaster.ie/event/qEzVCP7SQq
City Streets Open For Cycling
Cork Cycling Campaign will lead cycles from key points of the city into the city centre which is Open for Cycling on this day.

Time:  11.00 onwards

Date: Sunday 19th May

Location: Various Starting Points leading to Patrick Street

Suitability: Cyclists of all ages, routes are a mix of segregated and non-segregated roads.

For more information click HERE https://corkcyclingcampaign.com/events/
Bike Week Cycle To Crosshaven

A cycle out to Crosshaven out the old railway greenway. There will be a break for a picnic in Crosshaven before beginning the journey back to the city.

Time:  11am-6pm

Date: Sunday 19th May 2024

Location: Meeting point Michael Collins Bike Statue outside the Library on Grand Parade

Suitability: Adults. Will be suitable for all those capable of competent road cycling and covering medium distances including older children under supervision or on their parent’s bikes. Will be longer, faster, and involve busier roads and so be particularly suited to more confident cyclists

For more information click: https://eventmaster.ie/event/qEzVCP7SQq
Stop, Look, Listen Cycle

Social & appreciation of music & nature. Cycle a lap of the town to the biodiversity garden at Bennetts Field, and listen to 3 pieces of music on the theme of nature and biodiversity.

Time:  10:30am

Date:  Sunday 19th May 2024 

Location: Clonakilty, Emmet Sq

Suitability: All welcome

For more information check out www.clonakiltybicyclefestival.org or email: clonbikefest@gmail.com
Festival Finale – ‘Waste Not want Not’ Curry & Bikeoke

Social, fun & family friendly celebration for the end of Bike Week – in collaboration with Clonakilty’s Waste Not, Want Not food waste reduction initiative.  Curry & Bikeoke party!  Meet at Emmet Square for a 5 km cycle around Clonakilty to arrive at O’Donovans for a curry feast prepared by local chef Gillian Hegarty followed by our super popular Bikeoke party! 

Time:  5:30pm

Date:  Sunday 19th May 2024 

Location: Clonakilty, Emmet Sq

Suitability: All welcome

For more information check out www.clonakiltybicyclefestival.org or email: clonbikefest@gmail.com
River Cycle In Collab With Clochan Uisce & Birdwatch

Promote biodiversity & appreciate for our rivers. A cycle to explore the biodiversity of our local rivers, learn about the birds that live along the Feagle, check its health including kick sampling and water testing as part of the EU drinkable rivers program. family friendly.

Time:  3pm

Date:  Sunday 19th May 2024 

Location: Clonakilty, Emmet Sq

Suitability: All welcome

For more information check out www.clonakiltybicyclefestival.org or email: clonbikefest@gmail.com
Rainbow Cycle

The Rainbow Cycle with Gay Project & Queer Bike Rides Cork! This year Gay Project is teaming up with the newly formed Queer Bike Rides Cork to highlight the group and support their growth through this joint effort. The group provides a safe and inclusive space for individuals within the LGBT+ community to connect and build relationships while enjoying a shared interest in cycling. Additionally the event aims to promote physical activity and mental well-being to a community that faces unique health disparities. Social cycle for LGBTI+ adults along the Marina Greenway route followed by coffee and chats. The cycle will be led by trained ride leaders. Bikes can be provided for up to 20 participants so all members of the community have less barriers to participation. Participants are also welcome to bring their own bikes.

Time:  11am 

Date: Sunday 19th May 2024

Location: Marina Market

Suitability:  Adults

For more information konrad@gayproject.ie
Bike Doctor @ Blackrock market 
Mechanics from Cork Community Bikes will thoroughly check your bike and carry out any small repairs as needed. We’ll explain what we’re doing and give advice on looking after your bike, and you’ll have a bike prescription to take away. Bad weather could affect this outdoor event.

Time:  11am-1pm

Date: Sunday 19th May 2024

Location: Blackrock Market

Suitability: Adults, families

For More Info email info@corkcommunitybikes.com
Bike Ride to Ballincollig
A ride mainly on quiet roads or on cycle paths to Ballincollig Regional Park. Includes a refreshment break. Total distance up to 25km. Planned return to Cork at 4.30pm-5pm

Time:  2pm-5pm

Date: Sunday 19th May 2024

Location: Grand Parade

Suitability: Families, adults

For More Info email info@corkcommunitybikes.com
Tune Trail
A fun cycling event for Cork. Cyclists are encouraged to dress up in their most colourful outfits – the more outrageous, the better! (All wheels welcome)  Bling your bikes to the max – fairy lights, bike lights, reflective gear.  The Tune Trail will start at the new Marina Park (by Páirc Uí Chaoimh) and stop at a couple of parks en route, for a break, chat and a dance! Playlist will be downloadable before the event – bring your bluetooth speakers – we’ll all press play at the same time!

Time:  3pm

Date: Sunday 19th May 2024

Location: Marina Park

Suitability: Open to all ages

For more information tunetrail@mail.com
Picnic Cycle to the Beach through beautiful Liss Ard estate 
Picnic Cycle to the Beach through beautiful Liss Ard estate , Aimed at children and families and members of the Skibbereen Cycle Bus to have a protected cycle to fun destinations with delicious food. 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:  1pm

Date: Sunday 19th May 2024

Location: Abbeystrewry NS, Castletownshend road, Skibbereen. 

Suitability: This cycle will be a marshaled protected cycle open to all. Cycle Bus members and Families and all ages able to cycle for 30minute at a gentle pace, before a rest and fun stop. (5km there and same back)

For more information cyclesense@gmail.com

Cycle Skills Workshop Bandon
Cycle Skills workshop for children, To develop cycling skills and confidence for children to cycle independently

Time:  2pm

Date: Sunday 19th May 2024

Location: Bandon Playground/MUGA

Suitability: Children and their parents/carers

For more information bandon.beag@gmail.com

KTC OLD HEAD CARRAUNTOOHILLING
KTC OLD HEAD CARRAUNTOOHILLING, Group of cyclists to do a hill repeat session of the old head until you’ve done the elevation of Carrauntoohill 1039 metres. Route is up and down the old head of Kinsale 15 times followed by social gathering for refreshments

Time:  8am

Date: Sunday 19th May 2024

Location: Old Head Kinsale

Suitability: All adults with safe bicycles.

For more information Kinsaletriclub@gmail.com
Over The Hill Cycling Club Beginners Cycle 
Encourage beginners to take up cycling for leisure and fitness, beginners cycle chaperoned by experienced cyclists

Time:  9am

Date:  Sunday 19th May 2024

Location: Watergrasshill

Suitability: Adults, male and female

For more information othccpro@gmail.com

Bike fitting for leisure and e-bikes to facilitate comfortable cycling
To allow members of the public who use cycling for leisure and commuting to bring their bike along and have it assessed by myself using my experience in this specialised area.  This will be a service for hybrid bikes, e-bikes and commuter bikes.  I will also be able to answer any questions around bikes and especially painful/discomfort symptoms from cycling.

Time:  10am

Date: Sunday 19th May 2024

Location: Marina Market, Cork

Suitability: Any adult with a hybrid, commuter and/or e-bike

For more information info@thebikefitphysio.com

Fun Cycle Midleton
Social and inclusive event for LBTQI + badminton members and their family/friends, meet and greet in Midleton Greenway bike hire, Cycle new Midleton Greenway To Mogeeley, coffee in Mogeeley , cycle back to Midleton and have dinner

Time:  2pm

Date:  Sunday 19th May 2024

Location: Midleton Greenway bike hire 1.30pm

Suitability: LBTQI + badminton members and their family/friends

Family Fun Cycle Bandon
To involve the local community, particularly families and lapsed cyclists, to join us for a bike ride, a bike ride from Bandon along the Quay Road, which is a safe cycling route and back to the local playground/park.  There we will then have a community picnic with participants and show people how to use the bike repair facility located by the playground.

Time:  11am

Date:  Sunday 19th May 2024

Location: Bandon

Suitability: Children, adults, families.

For more information bandon.beag@gmail.com

 Youghal Blue and Green Community Network
The Blue and Green Family Fun Cycle, The aim of the event is to make cycling an enjoyable event for both adults and children, and to get people excited about cycling again. This will give people an opportunity to get comfortable cycling around their town, and get used to the one way system in operation. At the end of the event there will also be an opportunity for people to learn a bit more about bike maintenance and repair, as well as have their bikes checked by a professional.

Time:  10am

Date:  Sunday 19th May 2024

Location: Green Park, Youghal

Suitability: Everybody, including children, adults and families.

For more information markyoughalbandg@gmail.com
Clonakilty Community Bike Project
Bike 4 Work, We source and repair bicycles for recent migrants, and introduce them to the cycling culture in Clonakilty with the intention of supporting integration.

Time:  9am

Date: Sunday 19th May 2024

Location: Clonakilty- Direct Provision Centre (The Lodge)

Suitability: All recent migrants/ people living in Direct Provision as identified by Donna Treya.

For more information ulickobeirne@gmail.com
“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 19th May 2024

Location: Youghal Bike Hire, O’ Brien’s Place, Youghal; 10am – 5pm daily

Suitability: Adults, children, families.

For more information email: info@corkbikehire.com
“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:  10 am – 5pm

Date:  Sunday 19th May 2024

Location: Midleton Greenway Bikes & Bites, 57 Main Street, Midleton 10am – 5pm daily

Suitability: Adults, children, families.

For more information email: info@corkbikehire.com
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 19th May 2024

Location: Cork Bike Hire, Marina Market, Centre Park Road, Cork T12 YX76

Suitability: Adults, children, families – kids bikes available from 7+ year olds. Chariot trailers available for young children

For more information email: info@corkbikehire.com
Bike Doctor @ Blackrock Market
Mechanics from Cork Community Bikes will thoroughly check your bike and carry out any small repairs as needed. We’ll explain what we’re doing and give advice on looking after your bike, and you’ll have a bike prescription to take away. Bad weather could affect this outdoor event.

Time:  11am-1pm

Date:  Sunday 19th May 2024

Location: Blackrock Market

Suitability: Adults, families

For more information email: info@corkcommunitybikes.com
Bicycle Photo Exhibition
To encourage & promote cycling in our town, Photos will be displayed in shop windows around the town by Thady Tra – An exhibition of local cyclists

Date:  All week

Location: Clonakilty
Bike Week Art Exhibition
A free public exhibition of cycling-related art to remain open for the duration of Bike Week with an opening reception. The opening will also feature a live musical performance

Time: Daily 5pm -11:30pm

Date: All week 11th-19th of May

Location: The Friary Shandon St.

Suitability: Adults, static event suitable for all abilities.

 
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