Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown

Welcome to The Bike Week Events Page for Dún Laoghaire Rathdown.

EVENT LISTINGS

SATURDAY 11^TH MAY 2024
CARGO BIKE CHAMPIONSHIPS The cargo bike championship is a fun filled family event. There will be a large array of cargo bikes on show that will be participating in a various mini fun races. The objective is to showcase their capabilities and maneuverability to the public while having a ton a fun in the process! There will be prizes to win on the day, this will be a family friendly event. Time: 10.30am – 3pm Date: Saturday 11th May 2024 Location: Dún Laoghaire Harbour, Old Ferry Terminal Car Park Suitability: Open to everyone For more information click HERE
DUBLIN CYCLING CAMPAIGN FAMILY CYCLE The Dublin Cycling Campaign are hosting a Family Friendly Cycle. The cycle will start from Blackrock Dart Station, joining Seapoint Avenue and finishing at the Ferry terminal in Dún Laoghaire harbour. This event is in partnership with Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council who will kindly be providing free ice cream to participants. Time: 11am Date: Saturday 11th May 2024 Location: Blackrock Dart Station Suitability: Beginners, Family friendly For more information click HERE
CYCLING TRAINING WORKSHOPS 10.30-11.30am – Women only cycling Bring your bike and get input on skills for safety and getting around on your bike. 11.30-12.30pm – 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. 13.00-14.00pm – 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. 14.00-15.00pm – 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 practice safe cycling on the road. Time: 10.30am – 3pm Date: Saturday 11th May 2024 Location: Dún Laoghaire Harbour, Old Ferry Terminal Car Park Suitability: As per listing/s For more information click HERE
DUBLIN MOUNTAINS ACTIVE FAMILY NIGHT AT THE GAP Join us for an unforgettable evening of outdoor adventure at the GAP in the Dublin Mountains! Bring your family and experience a fun filled night with BBQ, mountain bike lessons, nature trail walks, and more exciting activities. This event, hosted in collaboration with Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council, Cycling Ireland and the Dublin Mountain Partnership offers a perfect opportunity for families to bond and explore the stunning Dublin Mountains together. You don’t need to be a seasoned mountain biker, so try something new, there’s plenty for everyone at the GAP Active Family Night. Discover this scenic location, test your skills with coaching for men, women, and children, and enjoy the thrill of outdoor exploration in a safe and welcoming environment. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to connect with nature, get active, and create lasting memories with your family. Join us for the Dublin Mountains Active Family Night at the GAP and embark on a journey of adventure and fun! Time: 6-9pm Date: Saturday 11th May 2024 Location: Glencullen Adventure Park, Dublin Mountains Suitability: Families, Outdoor lovers, Mountain users, Active Families For more information click here: https://thegap.ie/the-dublin-mountains-active-family-night-at-the-gap/

Cycling Without Age – Inclusive Cycling Demonstration Come along and experience this free service. Trained staff will be on hand to allow participants to try trishaws, tandems, trikes, wheelchair bikes, hand cycles and more. Drop in, no booking required. Time: 12-4pm Date: Saturday 11th May Location: The Bike Hub, Dún Laoghaire Harbour (opposite RNLI shop) Suitability: Suitable for all. For more information click here: www.cyclingwithoutage.ie or visit www.thebikehub.ie

SUNDAY 12^TH MAY 2024
COASTAL MOBILITY ROUTE HERITAGE CYCLE TOUR An easy heritage cycle hosted by the dlr Heritage Officer, Deirdre Black along the coastal mobility route. Discover the origin stories of this part of Dublin; King Laoghaire’s fort, 18^th century coffee shops, shipwrecks, the first trains and the eternal appeal of fresh sea air! End the trip with an optional free tour of the Joyce Tower Museum at Sandycove. Max: 15 attendees Time: 11am-12 Date: Sunday 12^th May 2024 Location: Salthill to Sandycove. Assemble at Longford Gardens on the Coastal Mobility Route (the seating area beside Salthill and Monkstown Dart station) and finish at the Joyce Tower in Sandycove. Suitability: Everyone To book your place kindly email: activetravelteam@dlrcoco.ie (please state Coastal Mobility Route Heritage Cycle Tour in your e mail)

MONDAY 13^TH MAY 2024
LUNCHTIME BIKE SAFETY CHECKS Free Lunchtime Bike Safety Checks at “Hub 17” Sandyford “The Bike Hub is popping up all over Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County for Bike Week! Mechanics will be available to do free safety checks of your bike and 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, tires, wheels, pedals, chain, gears, and handlebars, among others. Time: 11am-2pm Date: Monday 13th May 2024 Location: Sandyford – Hub 17 Suitability: Everyone For more information click HERE
*FREE TUNE UP – UCD BIKES – BIKE WEEK 2024* Is your bike in good condition? Want to know for sure? Monday is the day you’ll have the chance to have your entire bike adjusted for free, in addition to receiving super tips on how to make it even better! Book your spot via eventbrite and we’ll take care of the rest. Time: 12.30-13.30 Date: Monday 13th May 2024 Location: UCD Bikes University College Dublin Stillorgan Road, Dublin 4, D04 PR94, Ireland https://maps.app.goo.gl/5XPiXNr9fMQM4Gr89 Suitability: Everyone For more information click HERE

TUESDAY 14^TH MAY 2024
LUNCHTIME BIKE SAFETY CHECKS Free Lunchtime Bike Safety Checks at Dundrum Town Centre “The Bike Hub is popping up all over Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County for Bike Week! Mechanics will be available to do free safety checks of your bike and 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, tires, wheels, pedals, chain, gears, and handlebars, among others. Time: 11am-4pm Date: Tuesday 14th May 2024 Location: Dundrum Town Centre Courtyard (near the fountains) Suitability: Everyone For more information click HERE
BIKE ACCESSORY GIVEAWAY (BLACKROCK) Members of the Dublin Cycling Campaign, An Garda Síochána and dlrcc will be providing some lucky commuters with free bike accessories. Time: 5pm Date: Tuesday 14th May 2024 Location: Blackrock Park Suitability: All For more information click HERE

Launch of the new Dundrum Town Centre Bike parking facilities Come along and join us for the official opening of the new Dundrum Town Centre Bike parking facilities. Located on level 2M in our Red Car Park. Time: 10am Date: Tuesday 14th May 2024 Location: Dundrum Town Centre Red Car Park 2M Suitability: All For more information click here
TRY BEFORE BUY – UCD BIKES – BIKE WEEK 2024 Don’t know what kind of bike to buy? Have you tried an electric bike, road, cargo or foldable bike? Are you planning to buy a baby car seat or a trailer, but you don’t know each one? If you like to have the experience first to make up your mind, This is your chance! On Tuesday, we will give you the opportunity to try any bike or accessory from our shop with the expert assistance of our team to solve all your doubts. Time: 10.00-16.30 Date: Tuesday 14th May 2024 Location: UCD Bikes University College Dublin Stillorgan Road, Dublin 4, D04 PR94, Ireland https://maps.app.goo.gl/5XPiXNr9fMQM4Gr89 Suitability: All For more information click here

WEDNESDAY 15^TH MAY 2024
SOFA TO SADDLE Cycle Programme for older adults aged 55+ Beginner / Novice Cyclists – Programme Launch. Free 6 Week Programme running Wednesday the 15^th of May until Wednesday June 19^th. Programme developed and supported by The Bike Hub, Age & Opportunity and Dlr Sports Partnership. Please note participants will be required to bring their own bicycle. Time: 10am Date: Wednesday 15th May 2024 Location: Blackrock Park Suitability: Over 55’s For more information contact: Kmalone@dlrcoco.ie or to register visit: https://sofatosaddle2024.eventbrite.ie
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 tires pumped up, hop on and give it a try! Time: All day Date: Wednesday 15th May 2024 Location: Countywide Suitability: Everybody For more information click HERE
BIKE ACCESSORY GIVEAWAY DUNDRUM Members of the Dublin Cycling Campaign, An Garda Síochána and dlrcc will be providing some lucky commuters with free bike accessory’s. Time: 5PM Date: Wednesday 15th May 2024 Location: Dundrum Luas Stop Suitability: All For more information click HERE
FREE BICYCLE SAFETY CHECK AND BIKE TATTOOS Free Bicycle Safety Checks and Bike Tattoos at Dundrum Library The Bike Hub is popping up all over Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County for Bike Week! Mechanics will be available to do free safety checks of your bike and 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, tires, wheels, pedals, chain, gears, and handlebars, among others. Free Bike Tattoos Bike Tattoos are permanent, but they don’t hurt, we promise! Get a design of your choice “tattooed” onto your bike for free by expert bike painter: Explicit Bikes Time: 3-7pm Date: Wednesday 15th May 2024 Location: Dundrum Library Suitability: Everyone For more information click HERE
Launch of the dlr Sports Partnership Balance Bike Programme: This programme is delivered in local Primary Schools and provides ten bikes/helmets on loan for 4-6 weeks, alongside tutorial videos to support teachers and students learning the basics of cycling. Date: Wednesday 15^th May Location: St.Colmcille Junior National School Ballybrack For more information on the programme contact our Community Sports Development Officer, Louise Callan (lcallan@dlrcoco.ie). https://dlrsportspartnership.ie/primary-schools/
WORKSHOP – UCD BIKES – BIKE WEEK 2024 Are you tired of spending money on punctures or having an issue with the bike halfway through and not having anything to do? UCD Bikes will offer you the solution, Knowledge! Wednesday is the day that we will offer a masterclass on basic bike care, we will teach simple maintenance like fixing punctures that everyone is able to do, and we will use all our experiences acquired in these long years of cycling to get you out there. And even better, it’s not just food for your brain, but we’ll also provide food for your stomach. Catering service is included. Avoid mistakes, save money and time, learn new things, and evolve with us. Making cycling more enjoyable and powerful is our mission, and sharing knowledge is the beginning of a new stage. Secure your spot on the Eventbrite app and don’t miss out on this class that will change your life in the bike world. Time: 12.30-14.30 Date: WEDNESDAY 15^TH MAY Location: UCD Bikes University College Dublin Stillorgan Road, Dublin 4, D04 PR94, Ireland https://maps.app.goo.gl/5XPiXNr9fMQM4Gr89 Suitability: Everyone For more information click HERE

THURSDAY 16^TH MAY 2024
FREE BICYCLE SAFETY CHECK AND BIKE TATTOOS Bicycle Safety Checks and Bike Tattoos at the Lexicon (Dún Laoghaire). Bicycle Safety Checks – The Bike Hub is popping up all over Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County for Bike Week! Mechanics will be available to do free safety checks of your bike and let you know if you’re ready to cycle into summer. Bike Tattoos – Bike Tattoos are permanent, but they don’t hurt, we promise! Get a design of your choice “tattooed” onto your bike for free by expert bike painter: Explicit Bikes Time: 3-7pm Date: Thursday 16th May 2024 Location: The Lexicon Library (Dún Laoghaire), lower-level entrance near the cafe Suitability: Everyone For more information click HERE

FRIDAY 17^TH MAY 2024
CYCLE TO THE SHOW / REHAB CARE It’s got to be 50:50!’ – Rehab Care Festival of Inclusion Concert – Cycle to Show event supported by dlr Bike Week. Supervised bike parking / bike goodies for those who travel by bike. Time: 11am – 1pm Date: Friday 17^th May 2024 Location: Assembly Hall, dlr County Council, County Hall, Dún Laoghaire Suitability: All

Free Bolt eBike Trial National Bike Week gives you a chance to evaluate your personal relationship with cars. Consider taking fewer car journeys this week and see if walking, cycling (or e-bikes) can replace some of those trips. To support you, Bolt and Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council together are offering free e-bike trips* (1 return trip, up to 20 mins each way) to Bolt users in dlr on Friday 17 May. Give the eBikes a try and discover the enjoyment and fun that cycling can bring! Please use discount code: BIKEWEEK24 Time: 00.00 am to 23.59 pm Date: Friday 17th May 2024 Location: In all Bolt operating areas across dlr Suitability: For all new and existing eBike riders over 18 years of age. For more information click HERE https://bolt.eu/en-ie/blog/its-time-for-bike-week-in-ireland-with-bolt/#:~:text=Welcome%20to%20National%20Bike%20Week,to%20Bolt%20users%20in%20Ireland.
ART CHALLENGE – UCD BIKES – BIKE WEEK 2024 Join UCD Bikes for an exciting ART CHALLENGE during BIKE WEEK 2024! Get ready to unleash your creativity and show off your artistic skills. We want to see photographs, drawings, paintings, music, any kind of art that evokes emotions, tells stories and encapsulates the essence of cycling for you. To participate, simply tag us on social media or send us an email and at the end of Bike week we will be selecting the 3 best to give away super prizes. Time: ANYTIME Date: 17/05/2024 Location: Artworks to be shared online Suitability: Everyone For more information click HERE Send to our email: info@ucdbikes.com or tag us on our social media @ucd_bikes Instagram Facebook

SATURDAY 18^TH MAY 2024
SLANG GREENWAY HERITAGE CYCLE TOUR An easy heritage cycle hosted by the dlr Heritage Officer, Deirdre Black along the Slang Greenway from Dundrum to Marlay Park. Enjoy new viewpoints on this part of Dublin; the creative innovation of Dun Emer Industries, Slang river nature, local cycling champions, views to mountain top monuments and historic Marlay Park. (Places Limited) Time: 11am-12am Date: Saturday 18^th May Location: Assemble at the Ardglass entrance to the Slang Greenway and finish at Marlay Park. Suitability: All ages To book your place kindly e mail: activetravelteam@dlrcoco.ie (please state Slang Greenway Heritage Cycle Tour in your e mail)
Pump Track Open Day Date: Saturday, 18th of May Time: 6pm – 8pm Location: Dun Laoghaire Pump Track, Co. Dublin. Suitability: A fun and inclusive event aimed at children, teens and adults of all abilities. For more information click HERE

For more information visit:

Website: www.dlrcoco.ie

Email: dlr County Council