About Bike Month 2026

This season, MARC is spotlighting the region’s vast network of paths through its Regional Trails & Bikeways Map, a comprehensive resource that helps cyclists chart fresh routes, uncover hidden greenways and plan safe, scenic rides across city and county lines.

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Whether you’re seeking a quiet wooded trail, a long-distance challenge or a new neighborhood loop, the map makes it easy to find your next favorite ride. With warmer days ahead, Bike Month offers the perfect moment to explore, wander and embrace the trails that make the Kansas City region such a vibrant place to ride.

Explore the map

Discover just how far two wheels can take you. The MARC Regional Trails & Bikeways Map puts the Kansas City region’s growing network of trails, on‑street bikeways and greenways at your fingertips. Open the map, choose your path and ride your way through the region.

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Find an event

Bike Month is your invitation to get outside and try something new. Throughout May, Kansas City comes alive with rides, classes, and events for every experience level. Join your neighbors, explore your city from a fresh perspective and discover how fun and accessible biking can be.

COMMUNITY BIKE MONTH EVENTS

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Bike and Roll to School Day
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Bike Rodeo
May
23
Get Your Groceries by Bike Day
May
30
Northeast E-Bike Petting Zoo
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Transportation

Find your trail for Bike Month!

April 27, 2026

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More than a ride

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Biking can mean freedom, connection and joy. Discover how people across Kansas City are experiencing it in their own words.

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Go to the MARC Bike Month YouTube Playlist

Why bike?

Riding a bike makes streets safer, brings people together and keeps the air clean. Whether you’re using a bike for transportation or riding for fun, we look forward to seeing you in the bike lane! New to bike commuting? Visit WAY TO GO KC to find a bike commute buddy, register for Guaranteed Ride Home and more.

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Bike Month Resources

Whether you're an experienced rider or just getting started, there are plenty of local resources to help keep you pedaling.

Bicycling Education


The League of American Bicyclists and BikeWalkKC have prepared a wealth of materials to give you the tools and skills to try biking for transportation.

Overcoming Bike Commuting Concerns
Ride Better Tips
RideSmart Videos
BikeWalkKC’s Safety Videos
Bike Share KC


Have a short trip in the city, but don’t own your own bike? Try Bike Share KC! Kansas City’s bike share program has hubs throughout Kansas City, Johnson County, Lenexa and Longview Lake that allow you to ride, return and repeat on a one-time basis or with an annual membership.

Bike Share KC

Why Bike Month?  

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Established by the League of American Bicyclists in 1956 and celebrated in communities across the country, National Bike Month is an opportunity to celebrate cycling and the many reasons we ride. Let this Bike Month be your inspiration to explore your neighborhood and get involved with your community!

MARC’s Bike Month 2026 campaign is presented by MARC Transportation department and WAY TO GO.