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

2024 Bike to the BBQ Battle- Ride Guide

…Registration fees support WABA’s Bike Camp program that provides free bike training to young students. Thank you.   Quick Links Ride Route — Ride with GPS Getting There — Ride Start…

Page last updated by Jordan Mittleman on June 19, 2024.

Page last updated by Jordan Mittleman on June 19, 2024.

 


25
Jun,
2024

Webinar: Making Street Art in DC

Join the Washington Area Bicyclist Association, the Department of Public Works, Chalk Riot, and the District Department of Transportation for an exciting discussion about street art in DC! Come learn…

Zoom

Event last updated by Colin Browne on June 18, 2024.

Tuesday, June 25, 2024

Class

Zoom

Event last updated by Colin Browne on June 18, 2024.

 

Class

Riding in The Heat

Well, it’s hot again, but with a little preparation you can still get where you’re going on your bike in relative comfort. Here are our tips for riding in the…

Blog Post, Resource last updated by Colin Browne on June 12, 2024.

Blog Post, Resource last updated by Colin Browne on June 12, 2024.

 

Red Line Rides: Bike Commuting & Bikeshare during the Red Line Shutdown

…question #1: Are you a Metro Red Line (east side) commuter?  Do you already bike commute or are you curious about bike commuting along part or all of the Red…

Blog Post last updated by Seth Grimes on June 10, 2024.

Blog Post last updated by Seth Grimes on June 10, 2024.

 


18
Sep,
2024

Popsicle Social!

Anacostia Park

Event last updated by Colin Browne on June 5, 2024.

Wednesday, September 18, 2024

Meetup

Anacostia Park

Event last updated by Colin Browne on June 5, 2024.

 

Meetup


21
Aug,
2024

Popsicle Social!

Anacostia Park

Event last updated by Colin Browne on June 5, 2024.

Wednesday, August 21, 2024

Meetup

Anacostia Park

Event last updated by Colin Browne on June 5, 2024.

 

Meetup


17
Jul,
2024

Popsicle Social!

Anacostia Park

Event last updated by Colin Browne on June 5, 2024.

Wednesday, July 17, 2024

Meetup

Anacostia Park

Event last updated by Colin Browne on June 5, 2024.

 

Meetup


26
Jun,
2024

Popsicle Social!

Anacostia Park

Event last updated by Colin Browne on June 5, 2024.

Wednesday, June 26, 2024

Meetup

Anacostia Park

Event last updated by Colin Browne on June 5, 2024.

 

Meetup


09
Jun,
2024

Trail Ranger Nature Walk

Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens

Event last updated by Colin Browne on May 31, 2024.

Sunday, June 9, 2024

Meetup

Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens

Event last updated by Colin Browne on May 31, 2024.

 

Meetup


08
Jun,
2024

Tales & Trails: Anacostia Park

Marion Barry Avenue SouthEast & Anacostia Drive

Event last updated by Patricia Miguel on May 29, 2024.

Saturday, June 8, 2024

Ride

Marion Barry Avenue SouthEast & Anacostia Drive

Event last updated by Patricia Miguel on May 29, 2024.

 

Ride


27
Jul,
2024

Tales & Trails: The Bonus Army and Birth of the GI Bill

Did you know that in 1932 over 20,000 Black and white World War I veterans camped in Anacostia Park for two months for just compensation for their combat pay?…

Marion Barry Avenue SouthEast & Anacostia Drive

Event last updated by Patricia Miguel on May 29, 2024.

Saturday, July 27, 2024

Ride

Marion Barry Avenue SouthEast & Anacostia Drive

Event last updated by Patricia Miguel on May 29, 2024.

 

Ride


22
Sep,
2024

Tales & Trails: The Parks of Capitol Hill

Marion Barry Avenue SouthEast & Anacostia Drive

Event last updated by Patricia Miguel on May 29, 2024.

Sunday, September 22, 2024

Ride

Marion Barry Avenue SouthEast & Anacostia Drive

Event last updated by Patricia Miguel on May 29, 2024.

 

Ride

Let’s keep Beach Drive car-free on weekends in Montgomery County

…to hear a lot of complaints from drivers.  If you love the open parkway on Beach Drive in Montgomery County, the agency needs to hear from you. Please submit comments…

Action Alert last updated by Colin Browne on May 24, 2024.

Action Alert last updated by Colin Browne on May 24, 2024.

 

Petition: Don’t cancel the Connecticut Ave protected bike lanes

…lanes from the plan without seeking community input runs counter to the notion of community engagement that the Department of Transportation prides itself on. This is a key opportunity to…

Action Alert last updated by Kalli Krumpos on May 23, 2024.

Action Alert last updated by Kalli Krumpos on May 23, 2024.

 


25
May,
2024

Spring Swap & Bike Show

Enjoy shopping small and finding treasures? Or are you looking for a shiny new bike, or a part for your current bike? This one is for you! In partnership with…

5700 block of Connecticut Ave NW (2 blocks north of Happy Go Bikes β€” next to the Metrobus turnaround)

Event last updated by Colin Browne on May 22, 2024.

Saturday, May 25, 2024

Meetup

5700 block of Connecticut Ave NW (2 blocks north of Happy Go Bikes β€” next to the Metrobus turnaround)

Event last updated by Colin Browne on May 22, 2024.

 

Meetup

How Do I Find Other People to Ride With?

…attend one, you’ll get the chance to meet new people who also like bikes! Community-focused groups – There are a number of groups that ride focused around a particular interest…

Resource last updated by Colin Browne on May 21, 2024.

Resource last updated by Colin Browne on May 21, 2024.

 

Yet Another Little Falls Parkway Action Alert: Remove the Excess Asphalt

…rework this suggested text however you wish. Comment closes March 29, 2024. Please submit your comment right away, via the Comments button at www.ncpc.gov/participate/notices/MP046/. Thank you! If you’d like detailed…

Action Alert last updated by Kalli Krumpos on May 21, 2024.

Action Alert last updated by Kalli Krumpos on May 21, 2024.

 

Call for Votes on Maryland Bicycling & Road-Safety Legislation

…General Assembly before closing day, April 8th. Please help convince Sen. Will Smith, chair of the Judicial Proceedings Committee (JPR), to schedule committee votes for five key bicycling/safety bills. Use…

Action Alert last updated by Kalli Krumpos on May 21, 2024.

Action Alert last updated by Kalli Krumpos on May 21, 2024.

 


30
May,
2024

MoCo Bicycling Advocates Meetup

…and we’ve inviting a couple of other state and county officials to join us. The rest is social time; come by at any point. Sign up WABA will arrange for…

BabyCat Brewing

Action Alert, Event last updated by Seth Grimes on May 21, 2024.

Thursday, May 30, 2024

Meetup

BabyCat Brewing

Action Alert, Event last updated by Seth Grimes on May 21, 2024.

 

Meetup


22
Jun,
2024

2024 Bike to the BBQ Battle

…social and scenic bike ride and a festival full of great food and music, but your participation will also support Bike Camp – a free, weeklong summer camp for students….

Franklin Park

Event last updated by Jordan Mittleman on May 20, 2024.

Saturday, June 22, 2024

Ride - Partner Event

Franklin Park

Event last updated by Jordan Mittleman on May 20, 2024.

 

Ride - Partner Event


19
May,
2024
NOW HAPPENING ON SUNDAY, MAY 19TH, 2024

NOW ON SUNDAY, MAY 19TH, 2024 – DC Youth Bike Bus Ride ($50 Stipend for Youth Participants!)

NOW HAPPENING ON SUNDAY, MAY 19TH, 2024

…up here: https://waba.org/fun/.) If you need us to supply a bike for you, please make sure you indicate that on your registration by May 15 at the latest. If you have…

Anacostia Recreation Center

Event last updated by Michelle Shin on May 17, 2024.

Sunday, May 19, 2024

Ride

Anacostia Recreation Center

Event last updated by Michelle Shin on May 17, 2024.

 

Ride

Bike bus resources

…Bike to School Week guide | HUB Cycling How to start a bike bus in your community | Momentum Mag Building a global ‘bike bus’ community | TheCityFix Primary pupils…

Resource last updated by Aimee Custis on May 16, 2024.

Resource last updated by Aimee Custis on May 16, 2024.

 

Promoting Bicycle Safety at Georgetown University

…on campus and incentivized the public to stop by the table by having free giveaways such as bike helmets, bike lights, reflective stickers, as well as printed materials like a…

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

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

 


18
May,
2024

2024 Prince George’s County Bike Summit

WABA’s 1st Prince George’s County Bike Summit takes place Saturday afternoon, May 18, 2024 in Suitland, Maryland. This free event aims to boost Prince George’s bicycling community and advance safe…

Creative Suitland: 4719 Silver Hill Rd, Suitland, MD 20746

Event last updated by Seth Grimes on May 14, 2024.

Saturday, May 18, 2024

Meetup

Creative Suitland: 4719 Silver Hill Rd, Suitland, MD 20746

Event last updated by Seth Grimes on May 14, 2024.

 

Meetup