Bike Week 2025
Check out the Bike Week events happening throughout Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown.
Or visit the National Bike Week Page for events happening nationwide.
Saturday 10th May 2025
Try Mountain biking at Ticknock National Mountain Bike Trail Centre on Saturday, 10th May.
These FREE sessions aim to introduce Mountain biking as a means of fun, exercise, and exploring the great outdoors that Dublin has on its doorstep.
Riders will be taught the fundamental skills for navigating the MTB trails in a safe and enjoyable way. They will also take a tour of Three Rock Mountain, which offers magnificent skyline views of Dublin city and the east coastline of Ireland.
The National Mountain Bike Trail centre at Ticknock is one of the best Mountain biking sites in Ireland, offering newly opened graded trails of Blue, Red and Black, so all levels of Mountain biking experience are catered for.
Date: Saturday 10th May
Time: 1.30 - 3.30 pm
Location: Ticknock National Mountain Bike Trail Centre
Suitability: Over 18’s Session (Family session on Sat 17th, see listing for further details)
To book your place, kindly email info@biking.ie (Booking is essential as places are limited.)
For more information, visit www.biking.ie
Monday 12th May 2025
♥︎ And She Cycles: Bike Maintenance Workshops for Women & Girls
This is a free two-hour workshop. You will learn about the basics of bike maintenance, including safety checks, puncture repair, and brake adjustments.
Date: Monday, 12th May 2025
Time: 11:00 - 1:00 pm
Location: SJOG Cintra (near Glenageary Dart Station) https://maps.app.goo.gl/PHEoVb7uBpCy8c2MA
Suitability: School Session only
Book your slot here: Bike Maintenance Workshop for Girls #andshecycles Tickets, Mon, May 12, 2025 at 11:00 AM | Eventbrite
For more information, visit https://thebikehub.ie/
♥︎ And She Cycles: Bike Maintenance Workshops for Women & Girls
This is a free two-hour workshop. You will learn about the basics of bike maintenance, including safety checks, puncture repair, and brake adjustments.
Date: Monday, 12th May 2025
Time: 1:30 - 3:30 pm
Location: SJOG Cintra (near Glenageary Dart Station) https://maps.app.goo.gl/PHEoVb7uBpCy8c2MA
Suitability: Open to all ages
Book your slot here: Bike Maintenance for Women & Girls Tickets, Mon, May 12, 2025 at 1:30 PM | Eventbrite
For more information, visit https://thebikehub.ie/
♥︎ Bike Accessory Giveaway, Dundrum
Members of the Dublin Cycling Campaign, An Garda Síochána and Dlrcc are giving away free bike accessories to some lucky commuters.
Date: Monday, May 12th, 2025
Time: From 5 pm
Location: Dundrum Luas Stop
Suitability: All
Wednesday 14th May 2025
♥︎ Accessible Fleet Showcase
An inclusive, age- and family-friendly event in Blackrock Park showcasing The Bike Hub’s accessible fleet, including tri-shaw, tandem, handcycle, and tricycle.
Take a trishaw ride, or test ride an E-cargo bike.
Date: Wednesday, 14th May 2025
Time: 11 am – 1 pm
Location: Blackrock Park
Suitability: Open to all ages
For more information, visit https://thebikehub.ie/
♥︎ Bike Accessory Giveaway, Cabinteely
Members of the Dublin Cycling Campaign, An Garda Síochána and Dlrcc are giving away free bike accessories to some lucky commuters.
Date: Wednesday, 14th May 2025
Time: From 5 pm
Location: Johnstown Road, Bus stop 3129, https://maps.app.goo.gl/8qRqpW3dW3gXkprq7
Suitability: All
♥︎ Bike to Work Day
National Bike to Work Day – Why not consider cycling to work today?
The potential benefits of cycling are hard to deny, so what are you waiting for?
Get those tyres pumped up, hop on and give it a try!
Date: Wednesday 14th May 2025
Time: All day
Location: Countywide
Suitability: Open to all ages
Thursday 15th May 2025
♥︎ Bicycle Safety Check, Dundrum Library
The Bike Hub is popping up all over Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County for Bike Week! Mechanics will be available for free safety checks on your bike and will let you know if you’re ready to cycle into summer.
The Bike safety check is an inspection of a bicycle to ensure that it is in good working condition and safe for riding. During a safety check, a technician will inspect various components of the bike, such as the brakes, tyres, wheels, pedals, chain, gears, and handlebars, among others.
Date: Thursday 15th May 2025
Time: 3 - 7 pm
Location: Dundrum Library
Suitability: Open to all ages
For more information, visit https://thebikehub.ie/
See more at https://libraries.dlrcoco.ie/dundrum-library
♥︎ The Gap (Glencullen Adventure Park)
Beginner mountain bike coaching session.
Date: Thursday, 15th May 2025
Time: 6 - 9 pm
Location: Glencullen Adventure Park
Suitability: Adults only 18+ (Family session on Sat 17th May, see listing for further details)
For booking, visit BIKEWEEK BEGINNER ADULT COACHING AT THE GAP - Buy Tickets
For more information, visit BIKEWEEK BEGINNER ADULT COACHING AT THE GAP - Buy Tickets
Friday 16th May 2025
♥︎ Slang Greenway Heritage Cycle
Join the dlr Heritage Officer, Deirdre Black, on an easy guided cycle along the Slang Greenway from Dundrum to Marlay Park. Enjoy new viewpoints on this part of Dublin and hear about the creative innovation of Dun Emer Industries, Slang River nature, local cycling champions, views to mountain top monuments and historic Marlay House.
Assemble at the Ardglas entrance to the Slang Greenway and finish at Marlay Park. Suitable for all ages, but children must be accompanied by an adult.
Date: Friday, 16th May 2025
Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Ardglas, Dundrum
Register for the event at Slang Greenway Heritage Cycle Tickets, Fri, May 16, 2025 at 11:00 AM | Eventbrite
♥︎ Bicycle Safety Checks, Deansgrange Library
The Bike Hub is popping up all over Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County for Bike Week! Mechanics will be available for free safety checks on your bike and will let you know if you’re ready to cycle into summer.
The Bike safety check is an inspection of a bicycle to ensure it is in good working condition and safe for riding. During a safety check, a technician will inspect various components of the bike, such as the brakes, tyres, wheels, pedals, chain, gears, and handlebars, among others.
Date: Friday 16th May 2025
Time: 1 - 3 pm
Location: Deansgrange Library
Suitability: Open to all ages
For more information, visit https://thebikehub.ie/
See more at https://libraries.dlrcoco.ie/deansgrange-library
Saturday 17th May 2025
♥︎ Family Activity: Come and try Mountain biking together at Ticknock National Mountain Bike Trail Centre *(Children over 11 years of age)
These FREE sessions aim to introduce Mountain biking as a means of fun, exercise and getting into the great outdoors that we have on our doorstep in Dublin.
Riders will be taught the fundamental skills for navigating the MTB trails in a safe and enjoyable way and brought on the tour of Three Rock Mountain with magnificent skyline views of Dublin city and overlooking the east coastline of Ireland.
The National Mountain bike trail centre at Ticknock is one of the best Mountain biking sites in Ireland, offering newly opened graded trails of Blue, Red and Black, so all levels of Mountain biking experience are catered for.
Date: Saturday 17th May
Time: 10.30 am - 12.30 pm
Location: Ticknock National Mountain Bike Trail Centre
Suitability: Suitable for children over 11 years of age.
To book your place, kindly email info@biking.ie (Booking is essential as places are limited.)
For more information, visit www.biking.ie
♥︎ Pedal Party Parade
“We make costumes for bikes and people from repurposed materials, then pedal together in biodiversity-themed parades”.
11 am -12.00 pm: Meet us above The Bike Hub, and dress your bike at our creation station. The theme is bees, wear yellow or black. There's a prize for the best-dressed bee.
12.00 pm: Join our fancy dress bike ride along the coastal mobility route
Date: Saturday 17th May 2024
Time: 11 am - 1 pm
Location: Above The Bike Hub, Dun Laoghaire Pier
Route: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=1zfn3l-jv4Y1wjgXbmZ5TYvaZc8d5wjU&usp=sharing
Suitability: Everyone
For more information, visit www.pedalpartyparade.com
♥︎ Wheel, Walk & Cycle
Join us for "Wheel, Walk and Cycle: Dún Laoghaire Active Travel Celebration 17th May", a fun and family-friendly event celebrating Bike Week, Biodiversity Week, and Climate Action Week, hosted by the Dublin Cycling Campaign (DCC)!
Walk, wheel, or cycle together along a short scenic route through Dún Laoghaire - meeting at Clarinda Park at 2 pm, heading up George’s Street, and finishing in the heart of the town at Myrtle Square - where you’ll enjoy complimentary ice-cream for kids, refreshments, music, and eco-friendly activities. This is a community-focused event designed for all ages, encouraging sustainable travel, outdoor fun, and a greener future.
Bring your bike, scooter, wheelchair, or walking shoes—everyone is welcome! Let’s celebrate our environment, embrace active travel, and enjoy a great day out together.
Date: Saturday 17th May
Time: 2 - 4 pm
Starting Point: Clarinda Park
Finish Line: Myrtle Square with refreshments & activities
Come along and be part of the movement for a healthier, more sustainable Dún Laoghaire! 🌱🚶♀️💚
♥︎ The Gap (Glencullen Adventure Park), Parent & Child Beginner Coaching
Join us at the Gap for a parent & child beginner mountain bike coaching.
Date: Saturday, 17th May 2025
Time: 2 - 5 pm
Location: Glencullen Adventure Park
Suitability: All ages
For booking, visit BEGINNER PARENT & CHILD COACHING AT THE GAP - Buy Tickets
For more information, visit BEGINNER PARENT & CHILD COACHING AT THE GAP - Buy Tickets
Sunday 18th May 2025
♥︎ Children's Cycling Training Workshop
Children’s Learn to Cycle:
Come along and see the stages of learning to cycle independently – get tips and find out where to access resources, you may even see a child cycle for the first time. Suitable for 4 years and upwards.
Parent and child session:
Come along with your bike and child. Learn skills for cycling with a child, where to position, how to support a child in becoming a confident cyclist, and how to practice safe cycling on the road.
Children’s Skills:
Bring a child along to this session to take part in fun skills which will help them become better at handling their bikes.
Time: 11 am -1 pm
Location: Marlay Park (Opposite Playground)
Google Map Direction: https://www.google.com/maps/@53.2712363,-6.2741878,278m/data=!3m1!1e3?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDQwOS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D
No booking is required
♥︎ Treasure Hunt Cycle
A fun, family-friendly day out. Pick up a map from the Tourism Office, follow clues to collect stamps and explore key locations along the coastal mobility route.
This is a self-guided tour; show your completed map at The Bike Hub to collect your prize.
Date: Sunday 18th May 2025
Time: From 11 am
Location: Tourism Office, Dún Laoghaire (The Metals)
Suitability: Open to all ages
For more information visit, https://thebikehub.ie/