Bike month calendar
The Start-off
may 31 (SatURDAY)
Forest City Slow Roll 🐌
What: Celebratory 9km bike parade through four core neighbourhoods, for all ages and abilities, with food vendors and prize giveaways
Who: London Cycle Link
Where: Start and finish at Dundas Place Event Block (between Ridout and Talbot, north of Canada Life Place)
What time: Check in as of 3:30 p.m. and ride at 5 p.m.
Want to go? Register online
June 1 (SunDAY)
Forest City Cycling Challenge 💪🏼
What: Charity bike ride in support of mental health care at St. Joseph’s Health Care Foundation, with four road cycling distances and one mountain biking loop; participants receive rest stop snacks & hydration, plus a post-ride meal and chance to win prizes based on fundraising milestones
Who: Forest City Cycling Challenge
Where: Start and finish at Boler Mountain (689 Griffith Street)
What time: Various morning start times, depending on distance
Want to go? Register online before it sells out!
Big Bike Giveaway: Registration Now Open 💻
What: Register to get a free bicycle
Who: Big Bike Giveaway
Where: Online at their website, with instructional Youtube video available
Want to help? Donate a bike at your nearest EnviroDepot; if you need a bike, register!
June 2-6
Bike to School Week 🏫
What: Ontario and British Columbia schools receive resources and help ahead of time, then organize bike-friendly events for their students
Who: Ontario Active School Travel, Cycle Toronto and HUB Cycling
Where: Schools can register online, here for Ontario and here for British Columbia; HUB Cycling is hosting a Q&A on May 7
Want to participate? Tell your child’s school about this initiative!
June 3 (TueSDAY)
World Bicycle Day 🌎
“World Bicycle Day draws attention to the benefits of using the bicycle — a simple, affordable, clean and environmentally fit sustainable means of transportation.” —the United Nations (read more)
Bike Maintenance 101: Fix a Flat 🧰
What: Learn how to fix a flat tire, tips for common problems when changing a flat tire, and the difference between using a pump compared to a C02 cartridge
Who: MEC London
Where: MEC London (1051 Wellington Road)
What time: 7-8 p.m.
Want to go? Drop in! Free and open to the public
June 3-7
Pedal Poll 📊
What: Nationwide bike count for cycling metrics and advocacy
Who: Vélo Canada Bikes, supported locally by London Cycle Link
Where: Various locations, including Blackfriars Bridge, Colborne & Dundas, and Wortley & Askin; see previous polls
What time: Tuesday morning (7-9 a.m.), Tuesday mid-day (11 a.m. to 1 p.m.), Tuesday mid-afternoon (2-4 p.m.), Tuesday late afternoon (4-6 p.m.) and Saturday early afternoon (12-2 p.m.)
Want to help? Sign up for 2-hour shift(s) at a London location/time of your choice
June 4 (Wednesday)
Bike to Work Day 💼
Who: Smart Commute London
Try Bike Polo / Pickup 🥅
What: Get a load of the sensation and try bike polo, or play pickup if you haven’t in a while; bikes and mallets provided, ages 16+ recommended
Who: Forest City Bike Polo (Instagram / Facebook)
Where: King’s University College, Alumni Court (266 Epworth Avenue)
What time: 6 p.m. to late
Want to go? Just drop in; bring a helmet, gloves and knee protection
June 5 (thursday)
Gremlins Group Ride 😈
What: Join the Gremlins on Thursday nights during the May-October months for a chill bike ride around London!
Who: Gremlins Bicycle Emporium
Where: Back parking lot of the Gremlins shop (623 Richmond Street)
What time: Group ride departs at 7 p.m. sharp, finishing 8:30-9 p.m. at a designated pub/restaurant
Want to go? Fill out this form (just once per year) , then turn up!
June 6 (FRIday)
SPIN-IT-FORWARD 🔄
What: For the whole month of June, proceeds from this weekly, 50-minute stationary bike spin class benefit London Cycle Link’s Ride to Thrive Program; work up a sweat while having a blast and making an impact
Who: SPINCO London (Instagram / Facebook)
Where: SPINCO London at Hylands Centre by Richmond and Fanshawe Park (101 - 1737 Richmond Street)
What time: Class starts on time at 6:30 p.m.
Want to go? Buy a class credit (or more!), then register to ride on the day you want; show up ready!
June 7 (Saturday)
Gathering on the Green 🌳
What: A free, fun day of activities and entertainment held on the first Saturday in June, rain or shine; ride your bike there, as the family-friendly Village Ride happens in the morning and a free bike valet service is available during the gathering
Who: Old South Community Organization (OSCO)
Where: Wortley YMCA (165 Elmwood Ave East)
What time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Want to go? Register for the Village Ride 2025; GOTG is open to the public
June 7-8
Northside Qualifier Tournament 🏆
What: Northside region bike polo teams compete during this tournament, to determine who qualifies for the 2025 North American Hardcourt Bike Polo Championship
Who: North American Hardcourt Bike Polo Association, hosted locally by Forest City Bike Polo (Instagram / Facebook)
Where: King’s University College, Alumni Court (266 Epworth Avenue)
What time: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday
Want to join? As a team, register online (limited spots); as a spectator, just drop in and watch the action
June 8 (SUNDAY)
Try-a-Ride! 🚴🏻
What: An opportunity for non-members to join a London Cycling Club ride to try out club riding, with two ride options: Social (62 km, 18-23 kph) or Medium (80 km, 23-27 kph)
Who: London Cycling Club
Where: Meet at Greenway Park (Greenside Avenue north of Springbank Drive), then ride to the city of St. Thomas and back
What time: Starts 8:30 a.m. for either of two possible rides
Want to go? Fill out the participant form and send confirmation to info@londoncyclingclub.com
Women Trans Femme Bike Repair Workshop 👩🏼🔧
What: A monthly, do-it-together workshop for women, trans, femme, non-binary and queer folks; bring your own bike, and our skilled WTF mechanics will help you fix it
Who: Squeaky Wheel Bike Co-op (Instagram / Facebook) and Queer Intersections
Where: Squeaky Wheel Bike Co-op (740 Dundas Street, Unit 4)
What time: 1-3 p.m.
Want to go? Register online (limited spots); stand time is free while parts and accessories can be purchased if needed
June 9 (MONDAY)
Try-a-Ride! 🚴🏻
What: An opportunity for new riders looking to learn all about group riding etiquette, this instructional group ride goes for 25 km at 20 kph
Who: London Cycling Club
Where: Boler Mountain (689 Griffith Street)
What time: Starts 6 p.m.
Want to go? Fill out the participant form and send confirmation to info@londoncyclingclub.com
June 11 (WEDNESDAY)
CAN-BIKE 1 - Learn to Ride 🙌🏼
What: Learn basic bike handling; fundamental skills and information are presented to help participants gain proper balance in riding a bike; course is for all ages who have never ridden a bicycle
Who: CAN-BIKE London and Thames Region Ecological Association (Facebook)
Where: Location disclosed to participants
What time: 6-8 p.m.
Want to go? Register at info@canbikelondon.ca to confirm location; $10 per person
Try Bike Polo / Pickup 🥅
What: Get a load of the sensation and try bike polo, or play pickup if you haven’t in a while; bikes and mallets provided, ages 16+ recommended
Who: Forest City Bike Polo (Instagram / Facebook)
Where: King’s University College, Alumni Court (266 Epworth Avenue)
What time: 6 p.m. to late
Want to go? Drop in; bring a helmet, gloves and knee protection
June 12 (Thursday)
Gremlins Group Ride 😈
What: Join the Gremlins on Thursday nights during the May-October months for a chill bike ride around London!
Who: Gremlins Bicycle Emporium
Where: Back parking lot of the Gremlins shop (623 Richmond Street)
What time: Group ride departs at 7 p.m. sharp, finishing 8:30-9 p.m. at a designated pub/restaurant
Want to go? Fill out this form (just once per year) , then turn up!
June 13 (FRIday)
SPIN-IT-FORWARD 🔄
What: For the whole month of June, proceeds from this weekly, 50-minute stationary bike spin class benefit London Cycle Link’s Ride to Thrive Program; work up a sweat while having a blast and making an impact
Who: SPINCO London (Instagram / Facebook)
Where: SPINCO London at Hylands Centre by Richmond and Fanshawe Park (101 - 1737 Richmond Street)
What time: Class starts on time at 6:30 p.m.
Want to go? Buy a class credit (or more!), then register to ride on the day you want; show up ready!
June 14 (SATURDAY)
London Bike Show and FCV 20th Anniversary Celebration 🎪
What: Exhibition for local and regional bike shops; frame builders; and cycling clubs, organizations and events to showcase what they do; tripling as a fundraiser for the Forest City Velodrome youth track cycling program and its 20th anniversary celebration
Where: Forest City Velodrome (2809 Roxburgh Road)
What time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Want to go? Just show up! Admission is $10 at the door (free for kids under 12); as a vendor/booth, use the contact form to register your interest and ask about pricing
London Bicycle Cafe Summer Bike Party 🎉
What: Bring your bike and enjoy the patio, with food for purchase, live music and giveaways
Who: London Bicycle Cafe
Where: London Bicycle Cafe (320 Thames Street, across from Ivey Park)
What time: 12 p.m. to close
Want to go? Turn up!
June 14-15
The Ontario Cup Mountain Bike Race ⛰
What: An exciting bike race with community connections
Who: Ontario Cycling and Boler Mountain
Where: Boler Mountain (689 Griffith Street)
What time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the Saturday; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the Sunday
Want to go? To participate, register online then contact Steve Leonard at programs@bolermountain.com; spectators are welcome for free
JUNE 15 (SUNDAY)
Bike Maintenance 101: 6 Essential Skills 🔧
What: Learn how to use a multi-tool, hex wrenches, bike pump and tire levers; you’ll see examples of when to use the different types of lubricants, bike cleaning tips, and how to check for wear on your bicycle
Who: MEC London
Where: MEC London (1051 Wellington Road)
What time: 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Want to go? Drop in! Free and open to the public
June 18 (WEDNESDAY)
CAN-BIKE 2 - Safety Overview 🦺
What: Safe cycling overview is for those that can ride a bike but want to gain a good understanding of the rules of the road, fundamentals of cycling and to gain confidence to ride on quiet streets
Who: CAN-BIKE London and Thames Region Ecological Association (Facebook)
Where: Location disclosed to participants
What time: 6-8 p.m.
Want to go? Register at info@canbikelondon.ca to confirm location; $15 per person
Try Bike Polo / Pickup 🥅
What: Get a load of the sensation and try bike polo, or play pickup if you haven’t in a while; bikes and mallets provided, ages 16+ recommended
Who: Forest City Bike Polo (Instagram / Facebook)
Where: King’s University College, Alumni Court (266 Epworth Avenue)
What time: 6 p.m. to late
Want to go? Just drop in; bring a helmet, gloves and knee protection
June 19 (Thursday)
Gremlins Group Ride 😈
What: Join the Gremlins on Thursday Nights during the May-October months for a chill bike ride around London!
Who: Gremlins Bicycle Emporium
Where: Back parking lot of the Gremlins shop (623 Richmond Street)
What time: Group ride departs at 7 p.m. sharp, finishing 8:30-9 p.m. at a designated pub/restaurant
Want to go? Fill out this form (just once per year) , then turn up!
June 20 (FRIday)
SPIN-IT-FORWARD 🔄
What: For the whole month of June, proceeds from this weekly, 50-minute stationary bike spin class benefit London Cycle Link’s Ride to Thrive Program; work up a sweat while having a blast and making an impact
Who: SPINCO London (Instagram / Facebook)
Where: SPINCO London at Hylands Centre by Richmond and Fanshawe Park (101 - 1737 Richmond Street)
What time: Class starts on time at 6:30 p.m.
Want to go? Buy a class credit (or more!), then register to ride on the day you want; show up ready!
June 25 (Wednesday)
CAN-BIKE 1 - Learn to Ride 🙌🏼
What: Learn basic bike handling; fundamental skills and information are presented to help participants gain proper balance in riding a bike; course is for all ages who have never ridden a bicycle
Who: CAN-BIKE London and Thames Region Ecological Association (Facebook)
Where: Location disclosed to participants
What time: 6-8 p.m.
Want to go? Register at info@canbikelondon.ca to confirm location; $10 per person
Try Bike Polo / Pickup 🥅
What: Get a load of the sensation and try bike polo, or play pickup if you haven’t in a while; bikes and mallets provided, ages 16+ recommended
Who: Forest City Bike Polo (Instagram / Facebook)
Where: King’s University College, Alumni Court (266 Epworth Avenue)
What time: 6 p.m. to late
Want to go? Just drop in; bring a helmet, gloves and knee protection
June 26 (THURSDAY)
Gremlins Group Ride 😈
What: Join the Gremlins on Thursday nights during the May-October months for a chill bike ride around London!
Who: Gremlins Bicycle Emporium
Where: Back parking lot of the Gremlins shop (623 Richmond Street)
What time: Group ride departs at 7 p.m. sharp, finishing 8:30-9 p.m. at a designated pub/restaurant
Want to go? Fill out this form (just once per year) , then turn up!
June 27 (FRIday)
SPIN-IT-FORWARD 🔄
What: For the whole month of June, proceeds from this weekly, 50-minute stationary bike spin class benefit London Cycle Link’s Ride to Thrive Program; work up a sweat while having a blast and making an impact
Who: SPINCO London (Instagram / Facebook)
Where: SPINCO London at Hylands Centre by Richmond and Fanshawe Park (101 - 1737 Richmond Street)
What time: Class starts on time at 6:30 p.m.
Want to go? Buy a class credit (or more!), then register to ride on the day you want; show up ready!
June 28 (SATURDAY)
Watt a Ride! Test Ride Utility E-Bikes & More ⚡️
What: A fun event to test ride e-bikes, folding bikes, cargo bikes, trikes and more; learn about how a utility bike may be right for you, your family or small business
Who: London Cycle Link, City of London, and various bike shops
Where: Gibbons Park (Grosvenor Street entrance)
What time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Want to go? Turn up
Gears Concert No. 9 🎶
What: Music and art in a bike repair shop
Who: Mike Sloane’s Gears Concert Series (Instagram / Facebook)
Where: Squeaky Wheel Bike Co-op (740 Dundas Street, Unit 4)
What time: 8-11 p.m.
Want to go? Tickets can be purchased in advance (at the co-op, Grooves Records and Odyssey Records) or at the door; limited capacity