Biketober in the City

Get on your bike and join us for Biketober. Discover new routes, build your confidence and experience the many benefits of riding in the city.

This October, discover Adelaide by bike as part of Biketober, a nationwide cycling initiative that encourages people of all ages and abilities to experience the benefits of riding.

Whether you're a regular rider, returning to cycling after a break, or considering getting on a bike for the first time, Biketober is a chance to build confidence, explore the city and make riding part of your everyday routine.

Throughout October, the City of Adelaide is hosting a range of free cycling activities to help you get riding.

Free cycling activities in the city

No need to register – just show up

Simply come along and get involved.

Bike Tune Up

Bring your bike along for a free tune-up and get it ready for your next ride.

• Thursday 1 October, 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
  Ellis Park, West Terrace (between Grote Street and Franklin Street)
• Wednesday 7 October, 7:00 am to 9:00 am
  Park Lands off Greenhill Road, opposite Porter Street
• Monday 12 October, 7:00 am to 9:00 am
  Nantu Wama, adjacent to Lefevre Playspace
• Monday 19 October, 7:00 am to 9:00 am
  Glen Osmond Road, adjacent to the new raised bike and pedestrian actuated crossing
  

Ride2Work Breakfast

Start your day with a ride into the city and join us for breakfast as we celebrate Ride2Work Day and active travel.

• Wednesday 14 October, 7:00 am to 9:00 am
  Hindmarsh Square / Mukata, south-east corner

Registration required

Places are limited for the following activities, so make sure you register in advance.

Guided Ride

Join a guided group ride from Adelaide's north, south, east or west. Build your confidence, discover routes into and around the city and enjoy a social coffee stop along the way.

• Guided Ride North | Saturday 17 October, 9:00 am to 11:00 am
  Start Braund Park, Braund Rd and cycle via the Park Lands to Lefevre Tce to the Frome cycleway into the city for a coffee break before returning to the start point.
  Book Now
• Guided Ride West | Sunday 18 October, 9:00 am to 11:00 am
  Start Frank Norton Reserve and cycle via Roebuck St, King St, Railway Tce, to the Park Lands and city for a coffee break before returning to the start point.
  Book Now
• Guided Ride South | Saturday 24 October, 9:00 am to 11:00 am
  Start Heywood Park, cycle via Rugby-Porter cycleway, through the Park Lands to the Frome cycleway to the city, with a coffee stop before returning to the start point.
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Back on the Bike 

It's been a while since you've ridden? These practical sessions are designed to help you refresh your cycling skills and build your confidence in a supportive environment.

• Sunday 4 October, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
  Edwards Park, old netball courts
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• Sunday 25 October, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
  Edwards Park, old netball courts
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Learn to Ride / Back on the Bike – Women's Session

Designed specifically for women who want to learn to ride or regain their confidence on a bike in a welcoming and supportive environment.

• Sunday 11 October, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
  Edwards Park, old netball courts
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• Saturday 24 October, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
  Edwards Park, old netball courts
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Cycling with Kids

Build your skills and confidence riding with children and learn practical ways to make family cycling safer and more enjoyable.

• Saturday 10 October, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
  Edwards Park, old netball courts
  Book Now
• Saturday 31 October, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
  North Adelaide Primary School – location to be confirmed
  Booking details coming soon

Take the Biketober Challenge

Make your rides count this October by joining the Biketober Challenge with Love to Ride.

Ride anywhere, for any reason and at any time throughout October. Whether you're riding to work, heading to the shops, exploring on the weekend or simply getting out for some fresh air, every ride counts.

How it works:

• Ride anywhere, for any reason, anytime in October.
• Win some great prizes! Including a free bike service, a $1,000 early bird cash prize, encourager cash prizes up to $1,000, a $4,000 holiday, Love to Ride socks, and a workplace coffee & pastry morning.
• Earn points for every kilometre, every day you ride, and each person you encourage, and for 'rating my routes' - helping make your community better for biking.
• Take part as an individual, with your workplace team, your school, your friends, or a group.
  

Join the Biketober Challenge