Bicycling Education

Community Rides WABA’s Community Education Ride series is an inclusive space for riders of all levels to explore the city. Each ride tackles a different topic that urban riders use…

Page last updated by Sydney Sotelo on September 5, 2024.

Page last updated by Sydney Sotelo on September 5, 2024.

 

Class Season Over

Learn to Ride for Kids and Adults

Class Season Over

Schedule Adult Class Details Adult Class FAQ Youth Class Details Scheduled Classes November registration will open later this season. Click here to add yourself to our listserv to receive emails…

Page last updated by Sydney Sotelo on September 5, 2024.

Page last updated by Sydney Sotelo on September 5, 2024.

 

Other Ways to Give

…region car-free! Donate your car online here and WABA will receive 70% of the sale of each car auctioned. For any other questions, or to learn more about what making…

Page last updated by Anna McCormally on September 4, 2024.

Page last updated by Anna McCormally on September 4, 2024.

 

Seeking Feedback for the Future of the Anacostia River Trail

…much as the other two, but still provides a more comfortable experience for trail users.” The NPS comment form will ask for your feedback on the park redesign options and

Action Alert, Blog Post last updated by Kalli Krumpos on September 4, 2024.

Action Alert, Blog Post last updated by Kalli Krumpos on September 4, 2024.

 


07
Sep,
2024

DC Bike Ride

DC’s only large scale bike event where you can bike through iconic historical landmarks and vibrant scenic views on a completely car-free course designed for all ages and experience levels….

National Mall

Event last updated by Jordan Mittleman on August 30, 2024.

Saturday, September 7, 2024

Ride - Partner Event

National Mall

Event last updated by Jordan Mittleman on August 30, 2024.

 

Ride - Partner Event


30
Sep,
2024

Fix-a-Flat Seminar – Conte’s Bike Shop

Join the Conte’s Crew each month for a series of events aimed at answering all of your bike-related questions. Whether you want to learn how to fix a flat, clean…

Event last updated by Jordan Mittleman on August 28, 2024.

Monday, September 30, 2024

Class - Partner Event

Event last updated by Jordan Mittleman on August 28, 2024.

 

Class - Partner Event

Member Extras

…you for being a WABA member—we appreciate you! Below are the year-round perks and discounts that come with your membership. If you have any questions, comments or concerns, please drop…

Page last updated by Ken Reichmann on August 20, 2024.

Page last updated by Ken Reichmann on August 20, 2024.

 


14
Aug,
2024

MoCo Bicycling Advocates Meetup

…in Wheaton. We haven’t posted an agenda yet, but registration is open (and free!). Questions or comments? Please get in touch. Peter Gray, Montgomery County organizer Seth Grimes, Maryland organizer…

Saints Row Brewing - 15 Fulks Corner Avenue, Gaithersburg, MD 20877

Event last updated by Seth Grimes on August 19, 2024.

Wednesday, August 14, 2024

Meetup

Saints Row Brewing - 15 Fulks Corner Avenue, Gaithersburg, MD 20877

Event last updated by Seth Grimes on August 19, 2024.

 

Meetup


07
Sep,
2024

DC Youth Traffic Safety Town Hall ($50 Stipend for Youth Participants!)

[$50 STIPEND!] Join us to learn more about safe transportation, including information about Vision Zero best practices in Washington, DC!…

FH Faunteroy Community Enrichment Center

Event last updated by Kalli Krumpos on August 16, 2024.

Saturday, September 7, 2024

Meetup

FH Faunteroy Community Enrichment Center

Event last updated by Kalli Krumpos on August 16, 2024.

 

Meetup

Winter Riding Part II: What to Wear

…generally cheaper than the wool garments. Silk is not as warm as wool, but wicks decently and is supremely comfortable. Cotton is commonly used, but it does not regulate temperature…

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on August 15, 2024.

Blog Post last updated by Colin Browne on August 15, 2024.

 

Prince George’s County Youth Vision Zero Outreach Intern, Vision Zero Youth Leadership Institute

…with community partners Learning how to organize community safety walks from leading professionals, and help organize community safety walks to measure the safety of busy roads for all road users…

Page last updated by Colin Browne on August 15, 2024.

Page last updated by Colin Browne on August 15, 2024.

 


21
Aug,
2024

Montgomery County bicycling advocates meetup in Gaithersburg

…The 5th Great Montgomery County Bike Summit will take place Sunday afternoon, September 29, 2024, 2 pm-5 pm in Wheaton. We haven’t posted an agenda yet, but registration (free!) is open….

Saints Row Brewing, 15 Fulks Corner Ave., Gaitherburg, MD 20877

Event last updated by Seth Grimes on August 12, 2024.

Wednesday, August 21, 2024

Meetup

Saints Row Brewing, 15 Fulks Corner Ave., Gaitherburg, MD 20877

Event last updated by Seth Grimes on August 12, 2024.

 

Meetup

Applications Open 6/3

Become a WABA Instructor!

Applications Open 6/3

…education classes, lead community rides, and assist with Signature Events. They are enthusiastic local educators, bike experts, and active members community groups like Black Women Bike DC and Women &…

Event last updated by Sydney Sotelo on August 11, 2024.

Event

August 9th-11th, 2024

Event

August 9th-11th, 2024,

Event: Last updated by Sydney Sotelo on August 11, 2024.

 

Class

Annual Report 2023

…relaunch Gearin’ Up’s community bike shop in a new location.  We rolled into 2024 with the Capital Trails Network more than halfway done! When the network is complete, nearly four…

Page last updated by Aimee Custis on August 8, 2024.

Page last updated by Aimee Custis on August 8, 2024.

 


12
Aug,
2024

Prince George’s County-Fort Washington Community Forum on Transportation, Road Safety & Bicycling

…8:30 pm at the St. John’s Broad Creek Episcopal Church, 9801 Livingston Road, in Fort Washington, MD.  The program is free and open to the public. We’ll have snacks and

St. John's Broad Creek Episcopal Church - 9801 Livingston Road, Fort Washington, MD 20744

Event last updated by Seth Grimes on August 5, 2024.

Monday, August 12, 2024

St. John's Broad Creek Episcopal Church - 9801 Livingston Road, Fort Washington, MD 20744

Event last updated by Seth Grimes on August 5, 2024.

 

Volunteer Orientation

We are thrilled to have you join our community of passionate cyclists and dedicated volunteers. At WABA, every volunteer plays a crucial role in making our city a safer, and

Blog Post, Resource last updated by Colin Browne on August 2, 2024.

Blog Post, Resource last updated by Colin Browne on August 2, 2024.

 

June DC Street Art Webinar: Recap and Recording

…the District’s Open Streets program, which temporarily closes roads to cars and opens them to people to walk, bike, scoot, and play safely. She also coordinates public space activation programs…

Blog Post last updated by Jonathan Kincade on August 1, 2024.

Blog Post last updated by Jonathan Kincade on August 1, 2024.

 

2024 50 States Ride- Ride Guide

…of the WABA community, I commit to the following whenever I am in a WABA space: I acknowledge that I exist in a society built on unequal, and unjust power…

Page last updated by Jordan Mittleman on July 17, 2024.

Page last updated by Jordan Mittleman on July 17, 2024.

 


24
Jul,
2024

WABA Zine Club

…to join the discussion even if you cannot stay for the full hour.   Additional Details: This event is free and open to the public. The closed captions feature on Zoom…

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Event last updated by Jonathan Kincade on July 16, 2024.

Wednesday, July 24, 2024

Meetup

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Event last updated by Jonathan Kincade on July 16, 2024.

 

Meetup

Family Biking

and bike-curious as well as local bike shops, groups, and orgs to build community and have fun together. Featuring a Kids Bike Parade, glide-to-ride clinic, DC Library Storytime, free bike…

Page last updated by Anna McCormally on July 16, 2024.

Page last updated by Anna McCormally on July 16, 2024.

 


21
Jul,
2024

Lotus and Water Lily Festival Bike Ride

and Water Lily Festival. We’ll also be sticking around for participants and other attendees to ask us questions and help meet their trail needs. But spots are limited so be…

Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens - 1550 Anacostia Ave NE, Washington, DC 20019

Event last updated by Jonathan Kincade on July 15, 2024.

Sunday, July 21, 2024

Ride

Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens - 1550 Anacostia Ave NE, Washington, DC 20019

Event last updated by Jonathan Kincade on July 15, 2024.

 

Ride


04
Aug,
2024

BellRinger 17 Mile Training Ride for Beginners/ 25 Milers

Join us for a complimentary, 17 mile guided bike ride led by local cyclists! For those interested, this training ride is offered to help BellRinger Rider’s get their bike and

National Landing

Event last updated by Jordan Mittleman on July 15, 2024.

Sunday, August 4, 2024

Ride - Partner Event

National Landing

Event last updated by Jordan Mittleman on July 15, 2024.

 

Ride - Partner Event


21
Jul,
2024

BellRinger 24 Mile Training Ride for 50/100 Milers

Join us for a complimentary, 24 mile guided bike ride led by local cyclists! For those interested, this training ride is offered to help BellRinger Rider’s get their bike and

Ballston

Event last updated by Jordan Mittleman on July 9, 2024.

Sunday, July 21, 2024

Ride - Partner Event

Ballston

Event last updated by Jordan Mittleman on July 9, 2024.

 

Ride - Partner Event

Biking on the sidewalk: an FAQ

https://www.instagram.com/reel/C8cOh-yPdlO/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Where can you ride on the sidewalks? In D.C., you can ride on the sidewalks anywhere outside of the Central Business District. Riding on a sidewalk is allowed in…

Resource last updated by Seth Grimes on July 9, 2024.

Resource last updated by Seth Grimes on July 9, 2024.

 

Earn-A-Bike Camp!

Earn-a-Bike Camp is a free, weeklong summer bike camp open to students in grades 6 through 12, this camp offers a unique opportunity to learn essential bike repair skills while having…

2826 Q St SE, Washington, DC 20020

Blog Post, Event last updated by Colin Browne on June 27, 2024.

Blog Post, Event

July 29 - Aug 2

2826 Q St SE, Washington, DC 20020

Blog Post, Event

July 29 - Aug 2, 2826 Q St SE, Washington, DC 20020

Blog Post, Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on June 27, 2024.

 

Class

DC Explorers Bike Camp!

DC Explorers Bike Camp is a free, weeklong summer bike camp for students in grades 3-8. Campers will learn how to explore DC by bike using the many trails available…

2826 Q St SE, Washington, DC 20020

Blog Post, Event last updated by Colin Browne on June 27, 2024.

Blog Post, Event

July 22 - 26

2826 Q St SE, Washington, DC 20020

Blog Post, Event

July 22 - 26, 2826 Q St SE, Washington, DC 20020

Blog Post, Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on June 27, 2024.

 

Class


13
Jul,
2024

Ward 5 Family Bike Ride!

Join Ward 5 Family Biking on Saturday, July 13! Details on their website here: https://www.ward5familybiking.org/events/july Meeting location: Reservoir Park Playground (use 1st St NW entrance) Start time: gather at 10:30am…

Reservoir Park Playground

Event last updated by Colin Browne on June 27, 2024.

Saturday, July 13, 2024

Ride - Partner Event

Reservoir Park Playground

Event last updated by Colin Browne on June 27, 2024.

 

Ride - Partner Event


24
Jun,
2024

Another chance to support a safer, bikeable Duke Street

…that prioritize safety and comfort for all residents regardless of travel mode now and into the future. As always, questions or concerns, please feel free to email advocacy@waba.org.  PS –…

Virtual or Alexandria City Hall (301 King St)

Action Alert, Event last updated by Kevin O'Brien on June 21, 2024.

Monday, June 24, 2024

Virtual or Alexandria City Hall (301 King St)

Action Alert, Event last updated by Kevin O'Brien on June 21, 2024.

 


20
May,
2024

Monday: Speak up against bad plans for Duke Street

…delivers on its promise of safety and comfort for all residents regardless of travel move now and into the future. Questions or concerns, please feel free to email at advocacy@waba.org….

Virtual or City Hall (301 King St)

Action Alert, Event last updated by Kevin O'Brien on June 20, 2024.

Monday, May 20, 2024

Virtual or City Hall (301 King St)

Action Alert, Event last updated by Kevin O'Brien on June 20, 2024.

 


07
Jul,
2024

Bicycling Advocates Meetup – Prince George’s County

…is free and informal. Come chat, meet other cyclists and advocates, and share your thoughts about community needs and WABA’s advocacy agenda for summer-fall 2024 and beyond. Register Here Around…

Proteus Bikes

Action Alert, Event last updated by Seth Grimes on June 20, 2024.

Sunday, July 7, 2024

Meetup

Proteus Bikes

Action Alert, Event last updated by Seth Grimes on June 20, 2024.

 

Meetup