When employees were asked in a 2008 study where they might look for a carpool partner if they were interested in carpooling, two in five employees (41%) reported they would go through their work place to find a carpool partner. Nearly one in five (18%) indicate they would turn to friends, family members or co-workers. Our Rideshare staff can help you connect your employees.
Each April, Valley Metro and cities county-wide celebrate the weather, fresh air, and outdoors by helping you get on your bike. A variety of community rides, bicycle fairs, and safety demonstrations take place—bringing thousands of residents together to enjoy bikes as an economical and recreational activity. Past events have included the Avondale Spring Fling & Family Resource Fair, Tempe Bike-A-Palooza, Peoria Pioneer Days Family Bike Ride, RideClean Arizona Championship Criterium Race, Glendale Family Bike Ride, Scottsdale Cycle the Arts, and the Great Bike Chase. TCs will receive notifications in the spring TC kit regarding upcoming bike month events. Why not set up a bike event for your employees? Contact a Business Services Rep to help make it happen.
See the 2009 schedule of events, still subject to change. Download it by clicking here.
Follow a 6- or 12-mile bike route along Glendale’s green path to the Glendale Library and the Glendale Green Festival. Helmet fittings & bike checks pre-ride. Features Radio Disney, SRP’s environmental house, and other attractions.
Admission: FreeValet isn’t just for cars! Free bicycle valet if you ride your bicycle to First Friday
Admission: Free, open to the publicRecycle that old bike! Volunteers from Bike Saviours & Tempe Bicycle Action Group, with the support of REI stores, will be accepting donations of used bikes and bike parts. Both organizations are 501(c)3 nonprofits. Donations are tax-deductible. Donated bikes and parts will benefit Bike Saviours, a local non-profit community program that teaches people to build and maintain their own bikes.
Admission: FreeSix-mile police escorted bike ride through old town Peoria and surrounding neighborhoods. Bike riders are encouraged to decorate their bikes and will lead the Pioneer Days parade. Bike ride starts at 10 a.m. sharp! Late arrivals will not be allowed to participate.
The street will be closed, so participants will need to park in the vicinity and walk or bike to the location.
Admission: FreeOpen to all ages and abilities, the Tour offers 72 and 25-mile courses, all routed throughout Mesa, Arizona, and beginning at Red Mountain Park in Mesa. Routes extend into the beautiful and rugged backdrop of the Salt River Recreation Area and Tonto National Forest. The 72-mile event is a perimeter ride around Red Mountain and the 25-mile course feeds onto the main route. Kids, parents, families and friends are invited to participate in the Tour’s Fun Ride, a 4-mile course routed adjacent Red Mountain Park main event start lines.
Admission: Visit the website below for fee information.It’s free and fun for the entire family and features over a dozen works of art. There will be speakers at several new art installations. Learn fun and interesting facts about each public art piece along the 10-mile route. There will also be a 21-mile route option for cyclists. This is a self-guided tour, but designated Ride Leaders will also be available. For your safety, helmets are required. Includes free admission to SMoCA, the Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art, after your ride.
Admission: FreeThis 6.4-mile family fun ride includes bike safety information, helmet fittings, giveaways, and an appearance by Radio Disney. The first 100 who pre-register will receive free t-shirts.
Information: Event contact: Ann Marie Riley, (480) 782-3442, annmarie.riley@chandleraz.govFeatures a bike safety rodeo, bike decorating contest, and helmet safety information.
Admission: Free
Food/Drink: burgers, veggie dogs & beer
Activities: bike games, bike polo, helmet & bike decorating (Theme: Earth Day)
Group Bike Rides: Choose between mountain biking in Papago Park or 2) slower paced family bike rides on the greenbelt. Bike dogs are welcome too at the Papago Park doggie enclosure.
Bicycle to Phoenix City Hall from Park Central Mall. Includes free breakfast burritos, fruit, water, Info tables, Valley Bike Month t-shirts.
Admission: Free for City of Phoenix and Maricopa County Employees and first 100 members of the public. Sponsored by Banner Health.Bike safety expo with helmet fittings and an apperance by Radio Disney!
Admission: Free, Open to the public.12-mile roundtrip bike ride from Mesa’s Mountain View Park (NE Corner Lindsay Road & Adobe Road) to the Multi-generational Center. Pre-ride helmet fittings, post rider events. Will include an appearance by Radio Disney. (10:30 - Noon)
Admission: FreeA self-guided, 5-mile bike ride along the newly opened segment of Skunk Creek Path and surrounding area. Riders will learn how they can do their part to reduce vehicle emissions by riding a bike for short trips. Bring swimsuits and towels to take a dip at Centennial Pool for a cool break along the route. A reusable carrying bag will be provided for participants. Riders may begin any time between 8 - 10 a.m.
Admission: Free. Canned food donation requested.Bike safety rodeo, face painting, entertainment, prize drawings, new bike ride & drive area, prize drawings. Includes Valley Bike Month t-shirt and secure bike parking at Chase Field. Police-escorted rides back from to Hance Park begin at the top of the 6th inning, and continue until 30 minutes after the end of the ball game.
Admission: Ride only: $10. Ride and upper deck D-back ticket $16 Ride and lower deck D-back ticket $20. Day-of event $30.Breakfast and appetizers, prize drawings, contests, safety materials and demonstrations.
Admission: Free, Open to Town of Gilbert employeesBike ride featuring 50-, 63-, and 100-mile route options—rain or shine. Cost includes rest stops, pizza at end of ride, and free Arizona Bike Club socks for the first 130 riders.
Admission: $40 for public, $35 for members of ABC, GABA and Bullshifter (add $5 for registration post April 15)