BellRinger 2025
Oct 25, 2025
Take on one of four scenic routes starting in Georgetown and ride to end cancer. Gear up for live entertainment, great food, and your biggest fans cheering you on.
DC Bike Ride 2025
Sep 6, 2025
Cruise along car-free streets to see DC’s most iconic sights. Enjoy the 20-mile course and experience great amenities at the Finish Festival.
Oxon Run Day
Aug 23, 2025
Celebrate Oxon Run Day with food, games, activities, and a guided forest bathing activity.
2025 DC Explorers Bike Camp
Jul 21, 2025
Join us for the return of our popular DC Explorer’s Bike Camp!
Summer Family Bike Ride
Jul 13, 2025
Join a family-friendly, police-escorted ride around North Four Corners Park with Council Member Natali Fani-González.
Ward 6 Community Biking Meetup
Jul 12, 2025
We’re planning to have donuts, bagels, and drinks. All are welcome.
The Great Bicycle Tour of the C&O Canal
Jul 12, 2025
Join a fully supported four-day ride on the C&O Canal! Includes 184.5 miles of no hills, no headwinds, and no cars.
Golden Gears E-bike & Scooter Rides
Jul 1, 2025
A DC Vision Zero & AARP class for older adults to try out e-bikes and scooters on city streets and trails!
Learn to Ride
Jun 29, 2025
Learn to ride a bike in about three hours!
Alexandria Pride Ride
Jun 28, 2025
Celebrate Pride Month with a bike ride in Alexandria!
Gearin’ Up Volunteer Orientation
Jun 25, 2025
Join us for a brief orientation to begin your volunteering journey
WEBINAR: Surface Transportation Reauthorization 201
Jun 25, 2025
Join a deeper analysis on how we can influence the upcoming Surface Transportation Reauthorization.
Learn to Ride
Jun 22, 2025
Learn to ride a bike in about three hours!
Tour de Ward 7 Community Bike Ride
Jun 21, 2025
A moderately easy ride exploring Washington DC’s Ward 7.
Bike Valet at Giant BBQ Battle
Jun 21, 2025
Complimentary bike valet service will be available at the 33rd Annual Giant National Capital BBQ Battle. Save your time and money by parking your bike with Bike Valet DMV!
Basic Skills Clinic
Jun 21, 2025
Practice your bike handling skills!
Bike to the BBQ Battle
Jun 21, 2025
A joyful journey through the heart of the city, to a mouth-watering extravaganza!
Youth Learn to Ride
Jun 21, 2025
WABA’s experienced instructors teach beginner biking skills through a series of games and drills.
Learn to Ride
Jun 21, 2025
Learn to ride a bike in three hours!
WEBINAR: The Future of Federal Transportation
Jun 18, 2025
Hear about designing our roads for safety and investing in public transit and rail for prosperous communities.
Environmental Justice Summit 2025
Jun 17, 2025
Learn about and discuss historical racial disparities in transportation, energy, and the environment.
Bicycling Advocates Happy Hour – Montgomery County
Jun 16, 2025
Come chat, meet other community members, and share your thoughts on making MoCo safer to bike!
E-Bike Confident City Cycling
Jun 15, 2025
Come try out an E-bike and learn skills for riding safely and confidently on streets and in traffic!
Teen Learn to Ride
Jun 15, 2025
Have your teenager come learn to ride a bike in about three hours!
Trolley Trail Day
Jun 14, 2025
Fun run, bike rides, local music, art, history, fitness, kids activities, food & drink & MORE!
Learn to Ride
Jun 14, 2025
Learn to ride a bike in three hours!
Learn to Ride and Scooter Training
Jun 14, 2025
Learn to ride a bike in three hours, then MCDOT is hosting a FREE electric scooter training at this location from 12-2 PM.
Juneteenth Ride
Jun 14, 2025
Ride to Allen Pond and the Juneteenth Jubilee Festival
FY2026 Proposed Budget Overview
Jun 12, 2025
This event took place on Jun 12, 2025
Open House on Alex West Projects
Jun 11, 2025
This event took place on Jun 11, 2025
Bikepacking 101 w/ Bike Maryland
Jun 10, 2025
This event took place on Jun 10, 2025
Get Active with a Free Yoga Class
Jun 9, 2025
This event took place on Jun 09, 2025
Basic Skills Clinic
Jun 8, 2025
This event took place on Jun 08, 2025
Learn to Ride
Jun 8, 2025
This event took place on Jun 08, 2025
Ward 8 Candidate Forum
Jun 7, 2025
This event took place on Jun 07, 2025
Celebrate #NationalTrailsDay on the C&O Canal
Jun 7, 2025
This event took place on Jun 07, 2025
Learn to Ride
Jun 7, 2025
This event took place on Jun 07, 2025
Learn to Ride
Jun 7, 2025
This event took place on Jun 07, 2025
Trail Riding Basics
Jun 7, 2025
This event took place on Jun 07, 2025
Panel Discussion: Prince George’s vision for safer streets, more choices, better communities
Jun 5, 2025
This event took place on Jun 05, 2025
Langston Blvd Multimodal Intersection Study Virtual Public Meeting
Jun 4, 2025
This event took place on Jun 04, 2025
Bike Maryland 2025 Legislative Session recap
Jun 3, 2025
This event took place on Jun 03, 2025
King Street Access & Safety Improvements Open House
Jun 3, 2025
This event took place on Jun 03, 2025
Trail Walk on the Marvin Gaye Trail
Jun 3, 2025
This event took place on Jun 03, 2025
Braddock Road Multimodal Improvements Design Public Hearing
Jun 2, 2025
This event took place on Jun 02, 2025
HABA Ward 8 Council Candidate Forum
Jun 2, 2025
This event took place on Jun 02, 2025
Urban Adventure Squad Activity Day in Oxon Run Park
Jun 2, 2025
This event took place on Jun 02, 2025
Learn to Ride
Jun 1, 2025
This event took place on Jun 01, 2025
Trail Riding Basics
Jun 1, 2025
This event took place on Jun 01, 2025
Confident City Cycling
May 31, 2025
This event took place on May 31, 2025
DDOT Spring Bike Social
May 30, 2025
This event took place on May 30, 2025
Virginia Celebrates Bike Month!
May 29, 2025
This event took place on May 29, 2025
Bike Month 2025: May Advocacy Updates
Read on about advocacy updates related to bike month!
DC for Democracy Ward 8 Candidate Forum
May 28, 2025
This event took place on May 28, 2025
Marshall Heights Community Listening Session
May 28, 2025
This event took place on May 28, 2025
TPB Awards Funding to 9 Local Projects
Funding announced for local projects promoting walking, biking, and road safety
WEBINAR: Interview with Charles T. Brown, Author of Arrested Mobility
May 27, 2025
This event took place on May 27, 2025
Confident City Cycling
May 25, 2025
This event took place on May 25, 2025
Adult Learn to Ride
May 25, 2025
This event took place on May 25, 2025
Basic Skills Clinic and Scooter Training
May 24, 2025
This event took place on May 24, 2025
Basic Skills Clinic
May 24, 2025
This event took place on May 24, 2025
Forest Bathing in Oxon Run Park
May 23, 2025
This event took place on May 23, 2025
Get Active with a Free Yoga Class
May 22, 2025
This event took place on May 22, 2025
Anacostia Parks and Community Collaborative Long Table
May 22, 2025
This event took place on May 22, 2025
Ride of Silence
May 21, 2025
This event took place on May 21, 2025
Braddock Road & Old Lee Road Intersection Improvements Virtual Public Meeting
May 21, 2025
This event took place on May 21, 2025
DPR Senior Fest Block Party
May 21, 2025
This event took place on May 21, 2025
Learn to Ride
May 18, 2025
This event took place on May 18, 2025
Confident City Cycling
May 18, 2025
This event took place on May 18, 2025
Youth Road Riding Basics
May 18, 2025
This event took place on May 18, 2025
Learn to Ride
May 17, 2025
This event took place on May 17, 2025
Anacostia Parks and Community Collaborative Annual Meeting
May 16, 2025
This event took place on May 16, 2025
Plan Forward: Shape the Future of Fairfax County
May 15, 2025
This event took place on May 15, 2025
Bike to Work Day Solidarity Ride
May 15, 2025
This event took place on May 15, 2025
Bike to Work Day!
May 15, 2025
This event took place on May 15, 2025
Webinar: How Access to Nature Makes us Happier, Healthier, and More Prosperous
May 13, 2025
This event took place on May 13, 2025
Plan Forward: Shape the future of Fairfax County
May 13, 2025
This event took place on May 13, 2025
DC Golden Gears: E-Bike and Scooter Webinar
May 13, 2025
This event took place on May 13, 2025
Basic Skills Clinic
May 11, 2025
This event took place on May 11, 2025
Learn to Ride
May 11, 2025
This event took place on May 11, 2025
Learn to Ride
May 10, 2025
This event took place on May 10, 2025
Learn to Ride
May 10, 2025
This event took place on May 10, 2025
Tyson’s Pedal with Petals
May 10, 2025
This event took place on May 10, 2025
Seminary West Virtual Community Meeting
May 8, 2025
This event took place on May 08, 2025
Long Bridge Construction Public Meeting
May 7, 2025
This event took place on May 07, 2025
Major Taylor: Champion of the Race Film Screening
May 6, 2025
This event took place on May 06, 2025
Washington DC Bicycling Advocates Social, May 6
May 6, 2025
This event took place on May 06, 2025
Learn to Ride
May 4, 2025
This event took place on May 04, 2025
5th Annual Tour de Hunter Mill
May 4, 2025
This event took place on May 04, 2025
Learn to Ride
May 3, 2025
This event took place on May 03, 2025
Learn to Ride
May 3, 2025
This event took place on May 03, 2025
Bike Valet at Montgomery Parks Sligo Creek Fest 2025
May 3, 2025
This event took place on May 03, 2025
Bike Valet at Adams Morgan Partnership Spring Porchfest
May 3, 2025
This event took place on May 03, 2025
National Landing Community Bike Ride & Happy Hour
May 1, 2025
This event took place on May 01, 2025
Trail Walk in Oxon Run Park
May 1, 2025
This event took place on May 01, 2025
Bike Valet at National Landing Community Bike Ride and Happy Hour
May 1, 2025
This event took place on May 01, 2025
Meet Taahira: WABA’s new Community Outreach and Coalitions Coordinator!
I am Taahira Thompson, and I am elated to be joining WABA as Community Outreach and Coalitions Coordinator.
Trail Care Academy: Invasive Species Identification and Management
Apr 29, 2025
This event took place on Apr 29, 2025
Anacostia Parks and Community Collaborative Meeting w/ Councilmember Robert White
Apr 28, 2025
This event took place on Apr 28, 2025
City Nature Challenge in Oxon Run Park
Apr 27, 2025
This event took place on Apr 27, 2025
Forest Bathing in Southern Hills
Apr 27, 2025
This event took place on Apr 27, 2025
Adult Learn to Ride and Scooter Training
Apr 27, 2025
This event took place on Apr 27, 2025
Bike Valet at PNC Alexandria Half
Apr 27, 2025
This event took place on Apr 27, 2025
Celebrate Trails Day & Oxon Cove Clean-up (Afternoon Shift)
Apr 26, 2025
This event took place on Apr 26, 2025
Oxon Cove Trail Ribbon Cutting
Apr 26, 2025
This event took place on Apr 26, 2025
Biking with Briskman: Algonkian Community Bike Ride
Apr 26, 2025
This event took place on Apr 26, 2025
Anacostia Watershed Society Earth Day Cleanup
Apr 26, 2025
This event took place on Apr 26, 2025
Earth Day Walking Tour in Congress Heights w/ DOEE
Apr 26, 2025
This event took place on Apr 26, 2025
Trail Riding Basics
Apr 26, 2025
This event took place on Apr 26, 2025
Bicyclist Against Invasive Vines: Celebrate Earth Day on Oxon Run Tail
Apr 26, 2025
This event took place on Apr 26, 2025
Alexandria Eco-Transportation Bike Ride (rescheduled)
Apr 26, 2025
This event took place on Apr 26, 2025
Celebrate Trails Day & Oxon Cove Clean-up (Morning Shift)
Apr 26, 2025
This event took place on Apr 26, 2025
Hill Family Biking Birthday Bike Ride
Apr 26, 2025
This event took place on Apr 26, 2025
Forest Bathing in Marvin Gaye Park
Apr 25, 2025
This event took place on Apr 25, 2025
Gearin’ Up Bikes Volunteer Orientation
Apr 23, 2025
This event took place on Apr 23, 2025
DDOT Public Meeting: Connecticut Ave Streetscape & Deckover Project
Apr 23, 2025
This event took place on Apr 23, 2025
Metrobar WABA Member Happy Hour
Apr 23, 2025
This event took place on Apr 23, 2025
Ward 8 Town Hall w/ Councilmember McDuffie
Apr 22, 2025
This event took place on Apr 22, 2025
Rhode Island Ave Planning Study Open House
Apr 22, 2025
This event took place on Apr 22, 2025
Smart Growth & Sustainable Development on the East of the River Waterfront Panel Discussion
Apr 22, 2025
This event took place on Apr 22, 2025
Anacostia Parks and Community Collaborative Policy Working Group w/ DOEE
Apr 22, 2025
This event took place on Apr 22, 2025
Fairfax Paving & Restriping Public Info Meeting: Springfield & Mason Districts
Apr 21, 2025
This event took place on Apr 21, 2025
Adult Learn to Ride
Apr 20, 2025
This event took place on Apr 20, 2025
Confident City Cycling
Apr 20, 2025
This event took place on Apr 20, 2025
Trail Riding Basics
Apr 19, 2025
This event took place on Apr 19, 2025
Adult Learn to Ride
Apr 19, 2025
This event took place on Apr 19, 2025
2025 Bloom Ride & Spring Picnic presented by Hopp
Apr 19, 2025
This event took place on Apr 19, 2025
Friends of Anacostia Park Spring Break Naturefest: Skate Party
Apr 18, 2025
This event took place on Apr 18, 2025
CSX Quarterly Meeting re: Shepherd Branch Trail
Apr 17, 2025
This event took place on Apr 17, 2025
Friends of Anacostia Park Spring Break Naturefest: Fishing Fun
Apr 17, 2025
This event took place on Apr 17, 2025
Volunteer Opportunity: Day of Play at RFK
Apr 16, 2025
This event took place on Apr 16, 2025
Friends of Anacostia Park Spring Break Naturefest: Art in the Park
Apr 16, 2025
This event took place on Apr 16, 2025
Friends of Anacostia Park Spring Break Naturefest: Live Animals
Apr 15, 2025
This event took place on Apr 15, 2025
Confident City Cycling
Apr 13, 2025
This event took place on Apr 13, 2025
Youth Learn to Ride
Apr 13, 2025
This event took place on Apr 13, 2025
Adult Learn to Ride and Scooter Training
Apr 13, 2025
This event took place on Apr 13, 2025
Oxon Cove Eggstravaganza
Apr 12, 2025
This event took place on Apr 12, 2025
Marvin Gaye Trail Walk with The Hike Crew
Apr 12, 2025
This event took place on Apr 12, 2025
Major Taylor Ride
Apr 12, 2025
This event took place on Apr 12, 2025
Recap: The 2025 Maryland Legislative Session
A summary of 2025 legislative wins and continuing efforts for better biking in Maryland.
Fairfax Paving & Restriping Public Info Meeting: Franconia District
Apr 10, 2025
This event took place on Apr 10, 2025
Fairfax Paving & Restriping Public Info Meeting: Mount Vernon District
Apr 9, 2025
This event took place on Apr 09, 2025
495 Southside Express Lanes Open House #4
Apr 9, 2025
This event took place on Apr 09, 2025
Fairfax Paving & Restriping Public Info Meeting: Hunter Mill, Providence & Braddock Districts
Apr 8, 2025
This event took place on Apr 08, 2025
Safe Routes Partnership Webinar: Safe Streets and Roads for All Program
Apr 8, 2025
This event took place on Apr 08, 2025
Fairfax Paving & Restriping Public Info Meeting: Sully & Dranesville Districts
Apr 7, 2025
This event took place on Apr 07, 2025
495 Southside Express Lanes Open House #3
Apr 7, 2025
This event took place on Apr 07, 2025
Adult Learn to Ride
Apr 6, 2025
This event took place on Apr 06, 2025
WABA x GWU Confident City Cycling
Apr 5, 2025
This event took place on Apr 05, 2025
Gearin’ Up Bicycles Grand Opening
Apr 5, 2025
This event took place on Apr 05, 2025
Providence District Earth Day Celebration
Apr 5, 2025
This event took place on Apr 05, 2025
GW Biking Club BIKEAPALOOZA
Apr 5, 2025
This event took place on Apr 05, 2025
Walk & Learn: Engineering Safer Streets
Apr 5, 2025
This event took place on Apr 05, 2025
Community Walk at Poplar Point
Apr 5, 2025
This event took place on Apr 05, 2025
Love My Largo
Apr 5, 2025
This event took place on Apr 05, 2025
Credit Union Cherry Blossom Expo
Apr 4, 2025
This event took place on Apr 04, 2025
Neighborhood Community Meeting on Central US 1
Apr 3, 2025
This event took place on Apr 03, 2025
WEBINAR: Maryland State Transportation Trails Strategic Plan
Apr 3, 2025
This event took place on Apr 03, 2025
495 Southside Express Lanes Open House #2
Apr 2, 2025
This event took place on Apr 02, 2025
NPS Public Meeting: Improvements to Rock Creek and Potomac Parkway
Apr 2, 2025
This event took place on Apr 02, 2025
495 Southside Express Lanes Open House #1
Apr 1, 2025
This event took place on Apr 01, 2025
Trail Care Academy: Trail Management 101
Apr 1, 2025
This event took place on Apr 01, 2025
Ebike Tasting Party
Mar 29, 2025
This event took place on Mar 29, 2025
Gearin’ Up Bicycles Volunteer Orientation
Mar 28, 2025
This event took place on Mar 28, 2025
Every Mile Together Trails Challenge Social
Mar 27, 2025
This event took place on Mar 27, 2025
Go Prince George’s Open House #2
Mar 27, 2025
This event took place on Mar 27, 2025
It’s DC budget season. Here’s what to look forward to.
WABA testified at recent DC Council agency performance-oversight hearings, and we’re looking forward to testifying on the FY26 budget. Here’s a briefing and more.
JOBS: DC Trail Rangers (Summer Seasonal Roles)
Do you love being outdoors, riding bikes, and connecting with people?
Go Prince George’s Open House #1
Mar 26, 2025
This event took place on Mar 26, 2025
Arboretum Bridge to Maryland Avenue Connector Public Meeting
Mar 25, 2025
This event took place on Mar 25, 2025
Every Mile Together Trails Challenge
Mar 24, 2025
This event took place on Mar 24, 2025
Ward 7 Town Hall Budget Listening Session
Mar 24, 2025
This event took place on Mar 24, 2025
Tour del Taco
Mar 23, 2025
This event took place on Mar 23, 2025
WABA x GWU Learn to Ride
Mar 22, 2025
This event took place on Mar 22, 2025
Bicyclist Against Invasive Vines: Tour of the Anacostia Watershed
Mar 22, 2025
This event took place on Mar 22, 2025
Gearin’ Up Volunteer Wheatpaste Session
Mar 22, 2025
This event took place on Mar 22, 2025
Montgomery Parks Safe Streets & Roads for All Public Meeting
Mar 20, 2025
This event took place on Mar 20, 2025
Washington DC Bicycling Advocates Social
Mar 18, 2025
This event took place on Mar 18, 2025
Poplar Point Open House
Mar 18, 2025
This event took place on Mar 18, 2025
Protected: Two Rivers Learn to Ride Photos
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Wheeler Rd SE Safety Project Public Meeting
Mar 13, 2025
This event took place on Mar 13, 2025
Arlington’s Transportation Future Open House
Mar 13, 2025
This event took place on Mar 13, 2025
ANC 8C Monthly Meeting
Mar 12, 2025
This event took place on Mar 12, 2025
Montgomery County Action Committee for Transit Presentation
Mar 11, 2025
This event took place on Mar 11, 2025
National Bike Summit
Mar 11, 2025
This event took place on Mar 11, 2025
11th St Bridge Park Update
Mar 10, 2025
This event took place on Mar 10, 2025
Montgomery County Active Transportation Advocacy Training
Mar 9, 2025
This event took place on Mar 09, 2025
Ward 7 Environmental Justice Town Hall
Mar 8, 2025
This event took place on Mar 08, 2025
W&OD Trail Cleanup
Mar 8, 2025
This event took place on Mar 08, 2025
Ward 5 Family Bike Ride
Mar 8, 2025
This event took place on Mar 08, 2025
Job: Gearin’ Up Mechanic (Part-time)
Gearin’ Up Bicycles is back and looking for part time mechanics!
Washington Grove Connector Trail – Crabbs Branch Way Extension Project
Mar 6, 2025
This event took place on Mar 06, 2025
Anacostia Metro Bicycle and Pedestrian Bridge Project Virtual Meeting
Mar 6, 2025
This event took place on Mar 06, 2025
Arlington’s Transportation Future Open House
Mar 5, 2025
This event took place on Mar 05, 2025
DC Mayor Bowser’s FY26 Budget Engagement Forum
Mar 1, 2025
This event took place on Mar 01, 2025
WABA Pop-Up Ride: Coffee Snob and Best Bagel Edition
Feb 28, 2025
This event took place on Feb 28, 2025
Teach-In for Transit Equity Day
Feb 27, 2025
This event took place on Feb 27, 2025
DPR Ward 8 Update Meeting
Feb 27, 2025
This event took place on Feb 27, 2025
Culture Series: ’91 We in a Dope Jam
Feb 27, 2025
This event took place on Feb 27, 2025
2025 WABA Member Meeting
Feb 26, 2025
This event took place on Feb 26, 2025
Volunteer Opportunity: Prime Ability Bike Bus Featuring Dunbar High School & McKinley Tech
Feb 26, 2025
This event took place on Feb 26, 2025
Ward 8 Townhall featuring Councilmember Robert White
Feb 25, 2025
This event took place on Feb 25, 2025
Gearin’ Up Bikes is OPEN!
Swing by and say hello for our soft opening phase!
Hidden Figures on The Anacostia River Trail
Feb 22, 2025
This event took place on Feb 22, 2025
Bikers Against Invasive Vines Ride
Feb 22, 2025
This event took place on Feb 22, 2025
Garage Racing National Championships
Feb 22, 2025
This event took place on Feb 22, 2025
Pop-Up Ride: Black History Month edition
Feb 22, 2025
This event took place on Feb 22, 2025
Hill Family Biking Clean Up Bike Ride
Feb 22, 2025
This event took place on Feb 22, 2025
Fairfax Winter Bike to Work Day
Feb 21, 2025
This event took place on Feb 21, 2025
DPR Ward 7 Update Meeting
Feb 20, 2025
This event took place on Feb 20, 2025
How is Climate Change Impacting Me & My Community
Feb 20, 2025
This event took place on Feb 20, 2025
[WEBINAR] Trail bumps: Lessons Learned from removing 1,000 bumps
Feb 20, 2025
This event took place on Feb 20, 2025
DDOT Minnesota Ave SE Bus Priority Project Public Meeting
Feb 19, 2025
This event took place on Feb 19, 2025
Biking to Work for Federal Workers
Want to try commuting without traffic jams, crowds, or hunting for parking?
RFK Public Meeting w/ Councilmember Felder
Feb 13, 2025
This event took place on Feb 13, 2025
GGWash 2025 DC Performance Oversight Training
Feb 11, 2025
This event took place on Feb 11, 2025
2025 Bike Maryland Symposium (in Annapolis)
Feb 11, 2025
This event took place on Feb 11, 2025
Annapolis Road Corridor Community Forum
Feb 8, 2025
This event took place on Feb 08, 2025
Kenilworth Corridor Community Forum
Feb 8, 2025
This event took place on Feb 08, 2025
Hill Family Biking T(w)een Bike Ride and Ice Skate
Feb 7, 2025
This event took place on Feb 07, 2025
WEBINAR: How Public Libraries are Advancing Safe Routes
Feb 6, 2025
This event took place on Feb 06, 2025
WILD Nature Play Club at Anacostia Museum
Feb 6, 2025
This event took place on Feb 06, 2025
DDOT Open House on Taylor St NE
Feb 1, 2025
This event took place on Feb 01, 2025
Anacostia Parks & Community Collaborative General Meeting w/ DC Office of Planning
Jan 31, 2025
This event took place on Jan 31, 2025
GW Biking Club Bike to the Zoo
Jan 31, 2025
This event took place on Jan 31, 2025
Sound off: how are DDOT and DPW doing?
DC Council committees will be convening performance oversight hearings to examine city-agency activities and accomplishments in February, including DDOT and DPW.
US 29 BRT Corridor Advisory Committee Meeting
Jan 30, 2025
This event took place on Jan 30, 2025
CC2DCA Design Priorities Public Open House
Jan 29, 2025
This event took place on Jan 29, 2025
Falls Church City Council Vote on Updated Bike Master Plan
Jan 27, 2025
This event took place on Jan 27, 2025
GW Biking Club Social
Jan 26, 2025
This event took place on Jan 26, 2025
Rise for Democracy Teach-in on Jan 25
Jan 25, 2025
This event took place on Jan 25, 2025
Bike Maryland Legislative Overview Webinar
Jan 23, 2025
This event took place on Jan 23, 2025
Potomac River Tunnel Project Overview w/ DC Water
Jan 22, 2025
This event took place on Jan 22, 2025
Route 1 Multimodal Improvements Study – Virtual Public Meeting
Jan 14, 2025
This event took place on Jan 14, 2025
We’re Hiring: Community Outreach & Coalitions Coordinator
Can you turn enthusiasm into action? Do you love connecting people and creating engaging events?
Why National State Rankings Matter
Why Virginia is falling in national bicycle-friendly rankings and what we can do about it.
DC Holiday Happy Hour!
Dec 19, 2024
This event took place on Dec 19, 2024
Trail Ranger Coffee Hour
Dec 19, 2024
This event took place on Dec 19, 2024
Wrapping up Virginia Bike Advocacy 2024 🎁
2024 recap of WABA’s advocacy work in Northern Virginia.
14th Annual Alexandria Holiday Lights Ride
Dec 13, 2024
This event took place on Dec 13, 2024
WABA is hiring DC Trail Rangers!
Do you love being outdoors, riding bikes, and connecting with people? Want to be part of a collaborative trail team […]
WABA Hyattsville Holiday Happy Hour!
Dec 11, 2024
This event took place on Dec 11, 2024
Carlisle 200: D.C. Film Premiere @DOI
Dec 10, 2024
This event took place on Dec 10, 2024
Ward 5 Family Bike Ride and Holiday Party
Dec 8, 2024
This event took place on Dec 08, 2024
Bike Light Giveaway
Dec 6, 2024
This event took place on Dec 06, 2024
WABA Preview of the 2025 Maryland Legislative Session
Dec 5, 2024
This event took place on Dec 05, 2024
Gallows Road Community Meeting (Virtual Q&A)
Dec 5, 2024
This event took place on Dec 05, 2024
Oxon Run Stream Walk
Dec 5, 2024
This event took place on Dec 05, 2024
WABA Short Film Screening + Holiday Celebration
Dec 4, 2024
This event took place on Dec 04, 2024
WABA Prince George’s County 2024 Advocacy Update #4
WABA’s Advocacy team — working with community partners and officials — had a busy summer and fall!
DCAcar – DC
Get your discount!
Hill Family Biking Littles Bike Ride
Nov 23, 2024
This event took place on Nov 23, 2024
Gallows Road Community Meeting (Southern Segment)
Nov 21, 2024
This event took place on Nov 21, 2024
GW Biking Club Bike Ride to Kingman Island
Nov 21, 2024
This event took place on Nov 21, 2024
Trail Ranger Coffee Hour
Nov 21, 2024
This event took place on Nov 21, 2024
Confident City Cycling
Nov 17, 2024
This event took place on Nov 17, 2024
Ride for Your Life
Nov 17, 2024
This event took place on Nov 17, 2024
Ward 5 Family Bike Ride
Nov 16, 2024
This event took place on Nov 16, 2024
Basic Skills Clinic
Nov 16, 2024
This event took place on Nov 16, 2024
Maryland Transportation and Climate Accountability Act Rally
Nov 14, 2024
This event took place on Nov 14, 2024
Gallows Road Community Meeting (Northern Segment)
Nov 14, 2024
This event took place on Nov 14, 2024
Operation Illumination – Alexandria Bike Light Giveaway
Nov 12, 2024
This event took place on Nov 12, 2024
Re-Harvest Bike Ride & Celebration
Nov 10, 2024
This event took place on Nov 10, 2024
Tysons Trek & Treat
Nov 10, 2024
This event took place on Nov 10, 2024
Oxon Run Stream Restoration & Park Master Plan Community Meeting
Nov 9, 2024
This event took place on Nov 09, 2024
“The Street Project” Screening with Fairfax Families for Safe Streets
Nov 8, 2024
This event took place on Nov 08, 2024
East of the River Urban Forestry Advisory Council Tour
Nov 8, 2024
This event took place on Nov 08, 2024
CSX Art: Exploring Rails to Trails
Nov 6, 2024
This event took place on Nov 06, 2024
Montgomery County Advocacy Update
The County Bike Summit was a blast, and we’re looking forward to Ride for Your Life!
We’re hiring: DC Organizer
Can you turn enthusiasm into action? Do you love connecting people to their power? Check out this job!
Adult Learn To Ride
Nov 3, 2024
This event took place on Nov 03, 2024
Basic Skills Clinic
Nov 2, 2024
This event took place on Nov 02, 2024
The Cider Ride
Nov 2, 2024
This event took place on Nov 02, 2024
We’re Hiring: Development Director
Help us grow WABA by building authentic connections and leading an exciting team.
Adult Learn to Ride
Oct 30, 2024
This event took place on Oct 30, 2024
We’re Hiring: Bike Shop Manager
We’re seeking a dedicated Shop Manager to lead our shop, Gearin’ Up Bikes.
Espresso & Ale Ride
Oct 19, 2024
This event took place on Oct 19, 2024
Trail Riding Basics
Oct 19, 2024
This event took place on Oct 19, 2024
Sustainable Maryland Walking Tour: Riverdale Park Station
Oct 17, 2024
This event took place on Oct 17, 2024
Trail Ranger Coffee Hour
Oct 17, 2024
This event took place on Oct 17, 2024
Baked by Yael – DC
10% off!
E-Bike Confident City Cycling
Oct 13, 2024
This event took place on Oct 13, 2024
2024 WABA Awards
Oct 9, 2024
This event took place on Oct 09, 2024
Future of E-Travel in Arlington
Oct 9, 2024
This event took place on Oct 09, 2024
“Heidi Across America” Author Event
Oct 7, 2024
This event took place on Oct 07, 2024
Basic Skills Clinic and Scooter Training
Oct 6, 2024
This event took place on Oct 06, 2024
2024 DC School Garden Bike Tour
Oct 4, 2024
This event took place on Oct 04, 2024
Advisory Group for Arlington’s Transportation Future – First Public Meeting
Oct 1, 2024
This event took place on Oct 01, 2024
Pedal Party at Metrobar
Sep 29, 2024
This event took place on Sep 29, 2024
5th Great Montgomery County Bike Summit
Sep 29, 2024
This event took place on Sep 29, 2024
Open House – Long Bridge Drive Multimodal Connection Concept Design
Sep 26, 2024
This event took place on Sep 26, 2024
Port Towns Sector Plan Open House
Sep 26, 2024
This event took place on Sep 26, 2024
A welcome summer deluge of news in Virginia! (August Newsletter)
Exciting news out of Fairfax and elsewhere in Northern Virginia, plus several events!
Newsletter: something to work up to
On working up to a challenging ride.
Newsletter: trails trails trails!
The weather looks perfect for Celebrate Trails Day
Newsletter: fat tires and flat pedals
Embrace a comfier ride.
Newsletter: finding a better way
Be a hero, tell your friends about trails, and the Google Maps bike layer.
Newsletter: high honors
things to celebrate on a rainy weekend
Newsletter: loud engines and quiet corners
We all do what we can to deny the cold indifference of the universe but I sure wish the car culture crowd would find a way to do so that doesn’t undermine the health and safety of the rest of us.
Newsletter: telling stories
Local news is important.
Newsletter: ground truthing
Maps are fun, but so is getting lost.
Newsletter: Nature doing its thing
Sometimes all it takes is a whole lot of turtles.
DC Council Passes First-in-Nation Legislation!
The DC Council took its second and final vote on the STEER Act.
Newsletter: Cornering at speed.
Places to go zooooooooom on your bike.
Newsletter: Read this later.
It’s too nice out.
Newsletter: A good map
And also a confession.
Newsletter: preparations and official recommendations
The real risk of riding in winter weather.
Newsletter: questionable schemes by moonlight
A civilized way to move through a series of vibrant human spaces.
Montgomery County’s state roads are dangerous. WABA wants them fixed.
Montgomery County’s state roads are unsafe. WABA’s Complete State Roads initiative will focus and accelerate work to fix them.
Newsletter: in praise of the Trolley Trail
A civilized way to move through a series of vibrant human spaces.
Newsletter: tell me about your bike internet
Finding cool bike content in a post-twitter digital universe.
Newsletter: into the darkness
a lot of words about bike lights.
Newsletter: behind the scenes
Photos from ride prep.
Newsletter: why are we like this
Basically: endorphins and adrenaline.
Newsletter: showing off
If you’re in a grim mood, grab a cup of coffee and a seat on a bench in Alethia Tanner Park and watch humanity pedal by.
Newsletter: biking and belonging
Like riding the school bus as kids or walking to class in college, a great bike trail lets you keep being a community even while you’re between destinations.
Newsletter: rainy day activities
Don’t ride in a tropical storm, hone your route-planning skills instead.
Newsletter: broken bumpers and the bare minimum
Vision Zero is really just the baseline.
Newsletter: 17-year freewheels
It’s too nice out.
Newsletter: headspace infrastructure
What keeps you going when you’re tired?
Newsletter: antidotes to the spreadsheet blues
Even when you’re not riding yourself, bikes are a source of joy.
Newsletter: support your neighborhood bike shop
Flat tires, man.
Newsletter: permission slip
Sweat is ok.
Mateo Mobile Bicycle Repair
10% off!
Newsletter: 100 feet per mile
Hills are what you make of them.
Flow Yoga Center
10% off!
MetroBike
10% off!
Newsletter: doesn’t look like the robots will save us
More trains, more buses, and more bike lanes. Everything else is tinkering at the margins.
Newsletter: fluvial synergy
Ride your bike to rent a boat. It’s rad.
Newsletter: the soft, warm light of catastrophe
Will a blanket of toxic smoke stretching from New York to the nation’s capital be the wake-up-call our elected leaders need?
Newsletter: Happy Bike to Work Day
Who ate the most bananas?
Newsletter: sensory route planning
How to feel your ride.
Newsletter: Two Secret Ingredients
Keys to a happy bike ride.
Newsletter: The business ruse
Complete Streets are good for business, and no amount of economic activity is worth letting people die at the hands of drivers.
Newsletter: A fun route idea for the weekend
A route-planning puzzle, good news about the Zoo, some cool bike parking, and more.
Newsletter: Pollen
The Mayor’s budget, new Capital Bikeshare fleet, and more.
Newsletter: Consult Your Dentist Before Reading
The DC Auditor’s report on Vision Zero, name a new trail, and more
Newsletter: Flowers, Signups, Tacos
The best flowers you can see from your bike.
Newsletter: Bike Parking and Reclaiming Space
What if, instead of half a million dollars in police overtime, all you needed for an Open Streets event was some friends and a football?
Cleverhood
20% off!
Newsletter: The past is real.
Trash fires, human geography, rain gear, and a really nice ride suggestions.
Newsletter: The legacy of Stan the Sinkhole
Trail Cleanups, Improvements coming for the Suitland Parkway Trail and 11th St NW, and more.
Weekly Newsletter: January 27th, 2023
E-bikes, Ducks vs Disney Songs,
Zweet Sport
5 Pack of Classes for $29
WABA Membership Referral Program
Refer 3 friends and get a year-long extension to your membership!
Vegetable and Butcher
15% off your first 4 orders!
Metrobar
10% off!
The Salt Line – DC
10% off food!
Bikenetic
Shop in Falls Church
Proteus Bicycles
Shop in College Park.
The Bike Lane
Shop in Reston or at the Northern VA Mobile Shop
Mount Airy Bicycle Company
Shop in Mount Airy
Island Press
25% off!
ToPromote
Special Offer
Altor Locks
20% off!
SPIN
$5 off!
Discounts on WABA Rides
Email events@waba.org for your member discount coupon code for any upcoming ride!
15% off WABA Merch Store
Email membership@waba.org for 15% off your purchase discount code
FREE Bike Boxes Rentals
Email membership@waba.org to reserve.
FREE Registration for Bicycling Classes
Email education@waba.org for member discount code
Transportation Equity Pledge for 2022 Candidates
We, the undersigned organizations, ask that candidates running for the local MD, DC, VA elections make a commitment to prioritize […]
Let’s talk about ebikes
They’re bikes!
Capital Trails Coalition Newsletter: Winter 2023
Check out a snippet of what we’ve been up to so far this year.
2023 Vision Zero Audit
The DC Auditor released a report on March 16th highlighting some of the hurdles that DC has experienced while trying to meet Vision Zero goals.
Meet Elizabeth Kiker, WABA’s next Executive Director
Elizabeth brings a passion for transportation equity, deep roots in the world of bicycling, and a wealth of experience helping nonprofits grow to meet the needs of their communities.
Advocacy Roundup Spring 2023
During these past few months, our advocacy team was busy collaborating with partners and volunteers on the ground—racking up some major victories to make our transportation system more sustainable for all road users. Check out our winter roundup, which includes info on campaign updates, the building of new coalitions, upcoming events and actions, and more!
We made major progress in the FY24 D.C. Budget
You did it — you testified, lobbied, signed petitions, and you rallied asking the D.C. Council to reverse the Mayor’s transportation cutbacks, and because of your efforts we made major progress this FY24 budget season.
April Virginia Advocacy Updates
We’ve got you covered with a full calendar of events to celebrate Bike Month.
WABA Supports the STEP Act in Montgomery County
Data from the county and across the country is clear: police traffic stops perpetuate systemic racial injustice. People of color are more likely to be targeted by police for stops, more likely to be adversely affected by ensuing fines, and more likely to be victims of police violence at traffic stops. This is not an acceptable status quo.
How Did Bike Bills Fare in the 2023 Maryland Legislative Session?
The Maryland General Assembly passed several pro-bike and pro-pedestrian bills during the legislative session that wrapped up on April 10, 2023. We appreciate the legislators (and the advocates) who made this happen!
Virginia May Update: Early voting, e-bike showcase, ribbon cuttings, and more
Go vote, Virginia!
WABA’s Take on the K St Transitway
With so many hot takes flying around, we wanted to take a moment to untangle the project and share why WABA supports delaying the reconstruction of K Street NW and a return to the design table.
2024 DC Budget Wrap-Up
The DC Council just wrapped up debate on the FY2024 budget. Here are some of the highlights from this budget debate.
2023 Rockville Mayoral & Council Candidate Questionnaire
Check out responses to our 2023 Rockville candidate questionnaire.
2023 Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Candidate Questionnaire Results
Check out responses to our Fairfax County Board of Supervisor candidate questionnaire.
Where do 2023 Gaithersburg Council Candidates Stand on Biking & Transportation?
Check out responses to our 2023 Gaithersburg candidate questionnaire.
DC Council passes bill creating E-Bike Purchase Incentive Program. What is in it?
On September 19th, 2023, the DC Council passed Councilmember Charles Allen’s legislation to encourage e-bike ridership for every District resident.
Virginia is home to Bike Friendly Communities! (October Update)
Arlington and Falls Church are seeking recognition from the League of American Bicyclists as ‘Bike Friendly Communities’. Take a community survey in support of their efforts, plus find other ways to support better bicycling in Northern Virginia.
What’s WABA up to in Montgomery County?
We’d like to recap Montgomery County activities over the past few months and highlight a few up-coming opportunities we’re pursuing.
WaPo Letter: D.C. must clear snow for everyone, not just cars
Our DC Trail Ranger Operations Manager writes to the Washington Post this morning about the region’s failure to keep trails, sidewalks, and bike lanes safe after snowfall.
A WABA Prince George’s County Advocacy Update
The Washington Area Bicyclist Associations’s Advocacy Team would like to share an update on activities in Prince George’s County.
Capital Trails Coalition Newsletter: Building Community on and around Trails
When we have accessible, welcoming spaces where we can engage with the people and places around us, it makes those places feel like home.
Not the post-General Assembly blog I wanted to post
Virginia Senate Transportation Committee blocks key safety legislation.
WABA events & advocacy in Montgomery County: An April update
Happy Spring! It’s the best time of the year for cycling, don’t you agree? And for WABA advocacy in Maryland and in Montgomery County.
Virginia Update: New trail connections and things to do:
Election Day in Virginia is Tuesday, June 18th but early voting opened this past Friday, May 3rd. Make a plan to cast your ballot today!
Prince George’s County Advocacy Update
For WABA Advocacy in Prince George’s County, community engagement is job #1. Here’s what we’ve been up to, and what’s next.
Cautious Optimism on Connecticut Ave, and other Advocacy Opportunities
This isn’t over, but it is a time to breathe a sigh of relief and have a bit of a celebration (another ride on Connecticut, anyone?)
WABA’s 2024 Ward 7 & 8 Council Questionnaires and Forum Recordings
DC’s Primary election ends on June 4th, 2024. If you haven’t already, now is the time to vote! WABA is […]
Advocacy Round-up: Spring 2024
The advocacy team’s been BUSY the past few months, making progress on projects and policies, while we keep up the fight to for a more equitable transportation system.
Virginia July Update: We’re WIEHLE close to a * sweet * new bike/ped bridge in VA!
Building new bridges to better bicycling in Northern Virginia!
WABA in Montgomery County: Summer meetups, prepping our state legislative agenda, and more…
As you may have noticed, we’ve been getting out quarterly Montgomery County advocacy updates. Check out our April update if […]
WABA Prince George’s County Advocacy 2024 Update #3
We hope your summer is going well. WABA’s Advocacy team has been busy! Here’s our latest quarterly Prince George’s County advocacy update, #3 for 2024.
ActiveFairfax Explained
Background on ActiveFairfax – what it is, why it’s important, and how to take action.
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