Bike Week 2026
There’s never been a better time to get on a bike! Bike Week 2026 will run from Saturday, May 9 to Sunday, May 17. It’s easy, fun and there’s something for everyone.
Enjoy a wide range of events from community and school cycles, fun bike festivals, safety workshops and much more.
Event Details | Booking Link | Date | Event Flyer |
Women's Gravel CycleThis Bike Week Women's Introductory Gravel Cycle is promoted by Longford Cycling and Racing Club. The event will take novice and intermediate cyclists over two distances, 30k and 50k, across cycling trails and Royal Canal Greenway in South Longford. The event will be focused on given women and enjoyable and safe introduction to gravel cycling. The event will start and finish in Kenagh Community Centre. | For more information email sports@longfordcoco.ie | Saturday May 9 at 10am |  |
Bikers Lunch Join us for our #BikeWeek workers guided cycle around Longford Town, followed by some lunch al fresco. We are encouraging all workers in Longford town and surrounding areas to come out on your lunch break and join us as we cycle 7K around Longford town. Lunch will be provided afterwards. A limited number of bikes are available. | Sign up through our Bikers Lunch Link Bikers Lunch Registration Link | Wednesday May 13 at 12:45pm |  |
Older Adult Greenway Cycle Our Older Adult Royal Canal Greenway Cycle will take place on Friday May 15. This cycle for Bike Week will take place along the Royal Canal Greenway from Clondra. This guided leisure cycle will cover a distance of up to 15K. Bikes will be available including a limited number of electric bikes for participants to try out. | Email sports@longfordcooco.ie for information. | Friday May 15 At 2pm | .png "Bike-Week-Cycling-For-Health-(1)") |
Royal Canal Greenway Leisure CycleOur Royal Canal Greenway Leisure Cycle for Bike Week 2026 will take place on Saturday May 16 at 11am. Our route takes us along the Royal Canal to Killashee and return for our 15K option and to Kenagh and return for our 30k option. A limited number of bike are available. Helmets must be worn and your bike must be roadworthy and safe. Parents and guardians must cycle with their children. | Sign up through our Royal Canal Leisure Cycle Link Royal Canal Greenway Cycle Registration Link | Saturday May 16 At 11am |  |
Learn to Cycle Taster Sessions Join us for Inclusive Learn to Cycle Taster Sessions at Longford Sports Hub (Longford Athletic Centre)! These sessions are specifically for children, teens, and adults with additional needs designed to be supportive, safe, and fun! 🕒 Session Times:
Children (Ages 5–12): 13:15–14.00 Teens (Ages 13–17) & Adults (18+): 14.00-14.45 Under 18's will need a parent or guardian present throughout the activity. 🎟️ Spaces are limited so our amazing tutors can give each participant the best experience.
✅ FREE to attend — but booking is essential! | Sign up through our Inclusion Learn to Cycle Link Inclusion Learn To Cycle Registration Link | Saturday May 9 At 1:15pm |  |
Bike Week 2026
Bike Week is a celebration and promotion of all that's great about bikes and cycling. It is held over a week in May of each year with bike themed events organised throughout the Country.
This year Bike Week runs from May 9 to May 17.
