Bike Week 2026 Launches Across Dún Laoghaire‑Rathdown

Events planned throughout Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown include:

• Accessible Bike Fleet Showcase
• Heritage Cycle Tour
• Bike Safety Checks & Giveaways
• Introduction to Mountain Biking Sessions and Tours
• Bike Bop – Bike and Biodiversity Week Celebration
• Cycling Treasure Hunt
• Kids Cycle Training and much more.

Bike Week is an annual celebration and promotion of the benefits of cycling, with hundreds of family friendly events including heritage cycles, maintenance workshops, and learn-to-cycle courses taking place across the country.

All 31 local authority areas are involved in Bike Week with events being organised jointly through the local authorities and local sports partnerships. 
All events taking place throughout Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown are FREE to attend.

An Cathaoirleach, Councillor Jim Gildea, Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council said:

“This exciting week-long event aims to encourage cyclists of all ages and abilities to experience the many benefits of cycling.
A wide range of fun and inclusive events will take place across the county this year, and I would encourage everyone to get involved throughout the week.
The programme caters for all levels, from complete beginners to seasoned cyclists, with events designed to enable people young and old to enjoy the benefits of cycling. All events are free to attend.”

Frank Curran, Chief Executive of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council, stated:

“Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council remains committed to supporting cycling throughout the county by encouraging people of all ages and abilities to choose sustainable transport options. These modes of transport offer important environmental, health and economic benefits for individuals and communities alike. Bike Week provides an excellent opportunity to experience these benefits first-hand and to celebrate all aspects of cycling.
We are delighted to support Bike Week 2026, and hope people take the opportunity to enjoy the wide range of Bike Week events taking place across dlr from 09–17 May.”

For more information and to see what events are taking place in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown, please visit www.bikeweek.ie

National Transport Authority CEO, Anne Shaw, emphasised the importance of the week saying:

“The engagement with Bike Week from all the local authorities has again, far exceeded expectations. It’s fantastic to see so many events taking place all around the country. There really is something for everyone this year and I would encourage everybody to get involved.”
 
Those taking part in Bike Week are encouraged to share photos or videos to social media using #BikeWeek and tagging their local authority and Transport for Ireland @TFIUpdates.