Looking to ride your bike but want some new ideas? We’ve got ‘em! Check out our list of cycling events which includes bike classes, social rides, group road rides, gran fondos, charity events and more! Connect with local bicycle clubs and advocacy groups.

Want to up your game as a cyclist? Take a free class from Bike East Bay! Class topics include: urban cycling, theft prevention, adult learn-to-ride, family cycling, bike camping, and others. All classes are currently being taught online, except for Urban Cycling 101 – Day 2 and Adult Learn-to-Ride classes which feature in-person training.

Know about an event but don’t see it listed? Send the event information – making sure to include the event name, date(s) and a link or URL – to hello@511cc.org.

BART-Friendly Bike Adventures

The folks at BARTable have created a list of cycling adventures in the Bay Area which are easily accessible by BART.

BART-Friendly Bike Adventures

2025 Bay Area Biking and Cycling Events

East Bay Bike Party – Every Second Friday

Date: January 10, 2025 8pm

Location: Varies

An inclusive, social, community-positive bike ride every second Friday of the month open to all skill levels. Rides are casual, with party stops at public spaces along a 10-15 mile route that changes every month. Ride begins and ends at or near BART stations. Attendees are encouraged to express themselves by participating in each ride's theme. Read more

How to Report Potholes & Hazards (Concord)

Date: January 15, 2025 6-7:30pm

Location: Monument Impact Offices - 2699 Monument Blvd, Suite H, Concord

Bike East Bay is hosting a hazard reporting training called Potholes & More on January 15. This training will cover information on how to identify and report maintenance issues and construction hazards, and how to get them fixed. It will be held in person in Concord on Wednesday, January 15, from 6-7:30pm. The class will be in Spanish *and* English. Read more

East Bay Bike Party – Every Second Friday

Date: February 14, 2025 8pm

Location: Varies

Get Involved Locally

Local Advisory Committees

Do you have a biking concern in your community? Several Contra Costa jurisdictions hold regular traffic safety meetings with citizen members, staff from the Transportation Department, and police personnel. Members of the public are welcome to attend public meetings, provide public comment, review agendas and meeting minutes, and apply for open positions.

Commissions and Advisory Committees:

Local Bicycling Clubs and Advocacy Groups

Looking for others who share your passion for biking? Check out these local groups to find opportunities for involvement in your community: