Madison Bike Week 2025

Hosted by Machinery Row Bicycles and Brazen Dropouts
Are you signed up for a long-distance bike ride this year? Join Century Training Club and build your endurance with a friendly and supportive group! Our goal is to make endurance cycling accessible and fun. Learn new routes, meet new people, and enjoy lots of coffee shop stops along the way! 
For our June 1st ride, we'll be taking the Badger State Trail and country roads down to Paoli, where we'll stop at Seven Acre Dairy for refreshments.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50764420
What to Expect:

• Rides depart from Machinery Row Bicycles at 8:00am on Sundays and return at varying times, depending on mileage and pace.
• Route distance will start around 20 miles in mid-May and build to around 70 miles in late August. 
• There are two pace groups: The A Group averages around 15-16mph. The B Group averages around 14-15mph.
• We try to be no-drop at pace. Have a backup plan if you bonk or have a mechanical issue.
• This is a drop-in event. Come to as many rides as you like.
• We will share route details the week before via Instagram and our email list. Contact lauren@machineryrowbicycles.com to get on the list.
• Please download the route ahead of time to your cycling computer or phone.
• Come prepared with your tuned-up road bike, flat kit, water, snacks, helmet, trail pass, and appropriate clothing for the weather. 
• Century Training Club is targeted at intermediate riders. There are other group rides that cater to more relaxed or competitive cycling styles.

We hope you can join us!
Learn more about this event here!

Hosted by Craig Weinhold and Madison Bikes
Come on a 10-14 mile circle tour of bike infrastructure on the east side of Madison with some stop-and-talk about the good & bad, history, upcoming projects, BRT changes, and more. This ride is intended for Madison Alders and people interested in infrastructure policy. The focus will be on the Southeast Area Plan currently  in action (the City has a survey that closes on May 30, so fill that survey out BEFORE this ride. I will also take feedback from this ride and submit it).  Some of the roads travelled will be a bit sketchy since, frankly, that's the reality of biking around the east side.
When: Sunday June 1, 2025 at 9:30am      (duration 2-2.5 hours) Where: Meet on the Madison Public Library Pinney at the corner of Cottage Grove and Dempsey Rds (google maps).

Hosted by Madison Bikes, Wisconsin Bike Fed, Trek Bicycles and Active Youth Wisconsin
2025 Madison Pride Ride - To kick off Bike Week the Wisconsin Bike Fed, Madison Bikes, Trek Bicycles, and Active Youth Wisconsin are hosting a Pride Ride!
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Hosted by City of Middleton

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Hosted by Bike Fed of Wisconsin and Madison Bikes
Meet at Cafe Domestique North (557 North Street) at 8:00 AM for coffee. They open at 7:00 AM if you want to extend your ride prep. We will be joined by Tim from Cargo Bike Shop and hopefully Dan from Cafe Domestique.  We will leave at 8:30 AM sharp for a leisurely bike ride to the Mayor's Bike Week Press Conference.  The press conference will start at 9:00 AM in front of the Madison Municipal Building, 215 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd.

Hosted by Madison Bikes
We will be meeting at the Crazylegs Plaza at 8:15 am on Monday, June 2. We will leave at 8:30 am from Crazylegs Plaza for a leisurely bike ride to the Mayor's Bike Week Press Conference.  The press conference will start at 9 am in front of the Madison Municipal Building, 215 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd.

Hosted by Madison Bikes and Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway
Join us for a press conference with Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway and representatives from Madison Bikes, City Transportation, and other dignitaries to kick off Madison Bike Week. Celebrate the accomplishments that make the city a great place to ride a bike as well as hear about plans for the future to keep moving forward.
After the press conference, join us for a quick spin around downtown.

Hosted by Bike Fitchburg, Inc. and Fitchburg Senior Center

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Hosted by Capital Brewery Bike Club
We will be celebrating Madison Bike Week by serving ice cream treats and mixing beer floats + it's Happy Hour at the brewery all night!
Our Wednesday Night E-Bike Ride starts at 5:30pm. Helmet use is mandatory.
Learn more about this event here!

Hosted by Motorless Motion Bicycles
Join Motorless Motion for our weekly Taco Ride! The Taco Ride is a 10-mile, casual, party-pace group ride that starts at MoMo and ends back at Bandit Tacos for discounted food and beverage. To celebrate Bike Week, we will also have the Dairy Godmother, which is an Ice Cream Bike there (think Ice Cream Truck, but a bike!) for purchase. The group ride will roll out around 6:15pm. See you then!

Hosted by Capital Brewery Bike Club and Capital E-Bikes
Celebrate Bike Week with a special Wednesday Night E-Bike Ride on June 4 at 5:30 PM,  Capital Brewery Bike Club in Middleton, WI 
We’ll roll out from Capital Brewery, Middleton for a fun, scenic ride of approximately 1+ hour (12–15 miles) on paved trails and light roads—followed by refreshments and camaraderie at the Capital Brewery Beer Garden. All bikes welcome!

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Hosted by Madison Bikes
The Hop Garden is one of our beverage sponsors for the Madison Bike Week Party on Friday! But how are we going to get the keg from Paoli to Brittingham Park?? You guessed right: By bike! Meet at Crazylegs Plaza (Regent/Monroe intersection) for a 5:30pm (sharp) departure. We’ll ride the SW Path and Badger State Trail to the Hop Garden at a leisurely pace (12 mph) and after a beverage/food break return the same way. Rain or shine. Distance is about 27 miles. If you want to go faster or slower, that’s cool. Route is all on off-street paved paths except for the last section, which is on shoulderless country roads with light to moderate traffic and some hills. Please bring lights. The date The ride will happen on Thursday, June 5th. Departure is 5:30pm, sharp. The route 27 miles (out and back), 550 ft of elevation
https://bkrtr.de/wszta
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Hosted by Machinery Row Bicycles
Join us for our first Lunch Bunch ride of the season! Each week, we'll go on a casual and fun e-bike ride to a different restaurant or cafe! Meet us at Machinery Row Bicycles and be ready to roll out by 11:00am. This week, we'll do the classic Lake Monona Loop and stop at Garver Feed Mill for lunch.
Please bring water, helmet, lunch money, and your charged e-bike. If you're planning to use a B-Cycle, there are rental stations near both Machinery Row and Garver Feed Mill.
Follow us on Instagram for updates or contact lauren@machineryrowbicycles.com to be added to the email list.
We hope to see you there!
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Hosted by City of Madison Traffic Engineering and City of Madison Engineering
Join City of Madison staff for a 10 mile (roughly 3 hour) bike ride from the West Bus Rapid Transit Terminal (Park & Ride) to the Madison Municipal Building. Along the way we'll stop at several locations to discuss recently completed projects such as West Towne Path, Mineral Point Road, Segoe Road, University Avenue, Bassett/Wilson/Broom Street, as well as provide an opportunity for general discussions and answering questions from you.
The ride will be a mix of on street and off street riding. Those joining should be comfortable riding in standard bike lanes and in mixed traffic on low volume residential streets.
The ride will start at 9:45 AM after the Route D arrives at the BRT Terminal. The ride will have a mid point break at Rennebohm Park where people can use the restroom. This mid-ride break would also be a good chance for people who can only join us for half the ride to join us. We'll depart from Rennebohm Park shelter at 11:15 AM. The ride will then continue to the Madison Municipal Building where it'll conclude around 12:45 PM.

Hosted by Middleton Police Department and Middleton Parks and Rec
About the Middleton Police Department’s Bike Rodeo
The Middleton Police Department’s Bike Rodeo is an annual community safety event designed to educate and empower young cyclists through hands-on learning and fun, interactive activities. This year’s event will be held on Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM in the parking lot of St. Bernard’s Catholic Church (2015 Parmenter Street).
The Bike Rodeo focuses on bicycle safety, skill-building, and traffic awareness for elementary and middle school-aged children. Participants will rotate through a series of themed stations, each designed to teach critical components of safe biking and responsible road use. The goal is to help children become more confident, capable, and cautious riders—equipping them with the skills to avoid common biking hazards and better understand their responsibilities when sharing the road.
Stations include:

• Start & Stop: Teaching controlled stopping and proper starting techniques
  
• Signals & Scans: Practicing hand signals and scanning for traffic before turning
  
• Obstacle Avoidance: Maneuvering safely around unexpected hazards
  
• Driveway & Mid-Block Exits: Navigating common residential riding dangers
  
• Traffic Signs & Intersections: Understanding Road signs and intersection behavior
  
• Right-of-Way: Learning who goes first and why it matters
  
• Balance & Bike Games: Developing core skills through balance-focused games
  

An additional Tyke Track will be available for the youngest riders or beginners, offering a simplified course with age-appropriate guidance.
Before participating in the course, each child will go through a helmet and bike safety check to ensure their equipment is fitted and functioning properly. Parents are encouraged to stay, watch, and even participate in discussions about cycling safety.
The event is made possible through a collaboration between the Middleton Police Department, local businesses, community volunteers, and partners including the Wisconsin Bike Federation, Safe Kids Wisconsin, and area organizations like Wheel & Sprocket, Trek, and Wheels for Winners. Volunteer groups such as Scouts Pack 140, Kiwanis, and the Key Club also play a vital role in staffing stations and creating a welcoming environment.
Why It Matters:
With more children biking to school, parks, and around neighborhoods, events like the Bike Rodeo are crucial for building awareness and fostering lifelong safety habits. It’s not just about riding—it’s about confidence, responsibility, and community engagement. By empowering kids and their families with knowledge and practice, we’re working together to reduce accidents and promote a culture of safety in Middleton.
Event Details:
🗓 Date: Saturday, June 7, 2025
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: St. Bernard’s Catholic Church Parking Lot, 2015 Parmenter Street
💬 Contact: CPO Jake Ungerer – jungerer@cityofmiddleton.us

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Hosted by Fitchburg Chamber Visitors + Business Bureau and Bike Fitchburg, Inc.

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Hosted by Machinery Row Bicycles, Madison Bikes and Young Blood Beer Co.
Join the Bike Advocacy Meetup for a fun, social ride exploring key bike connections from downtown to Eken Park and Madison College. We’ll highlight key bridges and paths, then stop at Young Blood Beer Co. on North Street to stay hydrated (bring your Bike Benefits sticker!). We’ll finish with a relaxed ride back through Demetral Field to Machinery Row.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50778451
This is a special event brought to you by the Bike Advocacy Meetup, a collaboration between Madison Bikes and Machinery Row. We usually meet the first Sunday of the month from 5:00-6:30pm at Machinery Row. Contact lauren@machineryrowbicycles.com to be added to the email list.
Hope you can join us!
Learn more about this event here!

Hosted by Machinery Row Bicycles and Brazen Dropouts
Are you signed up for a long-distance bike ride this year? Join Century Training Club and build your endurance with a friendly and supportive group! Our goal is to make endurance cycling accessible and fun. Learn new routes, meet new people, and enjoy lots of coffee shop stops along the way!
For our June 8th ride, we'll do a 25 mile loop through McFarland and Fitchburg on a combination of bike paths and roads. We will take a snack break at McDaniel Park near the Lower Yahara River Trail boardwalk.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50280103
What to Expect:

• Rides depart from Machinery Row Bicycles at 8:00am on Sundays and return at varying times, depending on mileage and pace.

• Route distance will start around 20 miles in mid-May and build to around 70 miles in late August.

• There are two pace groups: The A Group averages around 15-16mph. The B Group averages around 14-15mph. We try to be no-drop at pace. Have a backup plan if you bonk or have a mechanical.

• This is a drop-in event. Come to as many rides as you like.

• We will share route details the week before via Instagram and our email list. Contact lauren@machineryrowbicycles.com to get on the list.

• Please download the route ahead of time to your cycling computer or phone.

• Come prepared with your tuned-up road bike, flat kit, water, snacks, helmet, trail pass, and appropriate clothing for the weather.

• Century Training Club is targeted at intermediate riders. There are other group rides that cater to more relaxed or competitive cycling styles.

We hope you can join us!
Learn more about this event here!

Hosted by Delta Beer Lab and Starkweather Brewing Company
Join Delta Beer Lab and Starkweather Brewing for the ultimate biking and beer adventure on Sunday, June 8, from 1-5 PM! 1 Lake Loop + 2 Breweries + 3 Stops = Pure Fun!
Choose your starting brewery: Are you Team Delta or Team Starkweather? This will be your Brewery A. Enjoy a beer before setting off on a scenic ride around Lake Monona. Make a pit stop at Brewery B for another refreshing brew. Complete the loop and return triumphantly to your home base!
13-ish mile round trip. Party pace encouraged! BONUS: All riders get a FREE sticker from both breweries—perfect for decorating your helmet. Safety (and style) first! Mark your calendars, grab your bike, and let’s cruise for brews!
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Hosted by Starkweather Brewing Company and Delta Beer Lab
BREWS CRUISE: Starkweather Brewing & Delta Beer Lab   
A Fun FREE Activity!
Join Starkweather Brewing and Delta Beer Lab for the ultimate biking and beer adventure on Sunday, June 8, from 1-5 PM! The perfect ending to Madison’s Bike Week.
1 Lake Loop + 2 Breweries + 3 Stops = Pure Fun!How it Works:

• Choose your starting brewery: Are you Team Starkweather or Team Delta? This will be your Brewery A.
• Enjoy a beverage before setting off on a scenic ride around Lake Monona.
• Pit stop at Brewery B for another refreshing brew.
• Complete the loop and return triumphantly to your home base!
• 
  13-ish mile round trip | Party pace encouraged!
   BONUS: All riders get a FREE sticker from both breweries—perfect for decorating your helmet. Safety (and style) first!
   Starting Locations: Starkweather Brewing | 2439 Atwood Ave, Madison Delta Beer Lab | 167 E Badger Rd, Fitchburg
  Mark your calendars, grab your bike, and let’s cruise for brews!
  
  Learn more about this event here!

Hosted by Divine K-9 and Chocolate Shoppe Ice Cream
This ride is a celebration of dogs on bikes. It's for anyone who rides their bike with their dog, is interested in learning how to train their dog to go on a bike ride, or just wants to join us on a bike ride with other people's dogs.

Ride schedule

• 3:00 pm - meet and greet outside Quann Park by the Wingra Creek bike path
• 3:15 pm - dog training and bike safety info session and demos with Divine K-9
• 3:30 pm - group bike ride to the Atwood Chocolate Shoppe via bike paths
• 4:00 pm - Q&A Session with Divine K-9
• 5:00 pm - optional return ride to Quann Park

All humans are invited to join the ride! A bike-riding dog is not required. All dogs must be accompanied by a human.