Get on Your Bike – Bike Week 2025 is Here!
Dust off your helmet, pump up those tyres, and get ready to roll – Bike Week 2025 is just around the corner! Running from 10th to 18th May 2025, Waterford is celebrating all things cycling with a brilliant line-up of free events for all ages and abilities.
This year’s programme is packed with opportunities to enjoy the outdoors, build your confidence on two wheels, and discover some of Waterford’s most beautiful routes.
Here’s what’s coming up:
Early Rides and Lunchtime Spins
We’re kicking things off in style with a Dawn Cycle to Tramore on Saturday 10th May – an early start but well worth it for the sunrise! If early mornings aren’t your thing, we’ve plenty of lunchtime cycles too, including a 6km Picnic Cycle from the House of Waterford Crystal on Wednesday 14th May – perfect for a midday adventure.
Waterford Wheels – Greenway Adventures
Our popular Waterford Wheels events return, offering guided Greenway cycles from Durrow to Dungarvan and Carriganore. If you’ve always wanted to try the Greenway but weren’t sure where to start, these are perfect – all you need is a bike and a sense of fun!
Something for Everyone
Whether you’re new to cycling or looking to sharpen your skills, we’ve thought of you.
- Cycle Training for Older Adults at the Regional Sports Centre offers a welcoming environment for getting comfortable on a bike again.
- A Beginner Cycling Session at Carriganore on Tuesday 13th May gives you a friendly introduction to the basics.
- The Men & Women’s Social Cycling Programme offers four relaxed evenings of sociable spins.
Families can join the Tea Time Cycle from Carriganore, and the little ones can get involved too with the RSC Schools Cycling Festival – helping the next generation discover the joys of cycling.
Adventure Awaits
For those looking for something a little different, why not try:
- Bike, Beach & Yoga at Walton Park, Dungarvan.
- A Bike and Hike from Mount Melleray or Crough Wood Café, combining two of the best ways to experience Waterford’s natural beauty.
- An Introduction to Mountain Biking session at Fairlane Park.
There’s even a Waterford Walls Cycle Tour, where you can pedal your way through some of the city’s stunning murals and street art!
Special Highlights
- Waterford Greenway Night Cycle on Friday 16th May – an unforgettable experience cycling under the stars.
- 30K Waterford to Wexford Cycle on Sunday 18th May – for those ready for a longer challenge.
All Events are Free – Just Register!
All events are free, but registration is required for most activities to help us manage numbers and keep everyone safe.
And don’t forget your helmet – it’s compulsory for all rides!
For full details, and to register, visit Waterford Bike Week.
