Bike to Work and School Day is Friday, May 15, 2026

If you ride every day, this is your day. You'll see familiar faces on the streets and trails. If you haven't been on a bike for years, but you've been thinking about getting going again, this is your day. You'll have lots of company and plenty of encouragement. Many schools and businesses will be hosting celebration stations in the morning. They'll be cheering for students, employees, and everyone on two wheels.

  • Plan your route for the day
  • Visit (or register) a Celebration Station!
  • Special BTWSD Events
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Bike Routes & Riding Resources

Need to plan your route for the day? Check out our Smart Trips' map of Bellingham and map of Whatcom County featuring bike routes and trails. For pointers or a refresh of information, visit useful cycling tips, or sign up for a one-on-one or small group bike class.

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Celebration Stations

Do you like to bicycle? Are you a morning person? Can you smile and wave at the same time?
You are the PERFECT person to host a Celebration Station!

Hosting a station is fun and a great way to highlight your business or organization.

Here's how to host a Celebration Station:

  • Pick a location and fill out this form so your station will be listed on the official map.
  • Be ready to hand out treats – pastries, coffee, fruit, etc. (Please review guidance from Health Department.)
  • Recruit friends and co-workers to host with you, consider partnering with other businesses or organizations.
  • Be there from 6am - 9:30am, timing can be flexible, it's up to you.
  • Smile, wave and give goodies to cyclists who stop by.

Many thanks to all who have hosted a celebration station in the past!
You really make the day special for everyone who rides.

Check out the Celebration Station locations! A map of the BTWSD Celebration Stations

Special Events for Bike to
Work and School Day

Between morning Celebration Stations and after-work parties there is always plenty going on during Bike to Work and School Day! Check back closer to May 15, 2026 to see the current list of scheduled events.

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