MACON BIKE WALK MONTH 2026
Ditch your car, grab your bike, and lace up your sneakers because
May is Macon Bike Walk Month!
Bike Walk Macon celebrates Macon Bike Walk Month each year by hosting several free events celebrating biking and walking. Not only is choosing to bicycle or walk better for the environment, but it is also better for you! This month we have several events designed to get you out into the community and moving.
Check out our full schedule of events below and stay engaged with us on Facebook!
support Safer Streets - Sign up for a Bike Walk Macon membership
Your membership provides critical funding that supports our efforts to transform Macon-Bibb County into a more bikeable, walkable, and livable community. Plus, as a member, you'll receive exclusive benefits, including an invitation to our 5th Annual Mobility Maker Member Party on June 25th.
Your support powers our continued efforts like:
- Advocating for safer biking and walking infrastructure
- Implementing traffic calming projects in neighborhoods
- Teaching bike and pedestrian safety
- Hosting programs like Open Streets, Streets for All Fest, and group rides and walks
Be part of the movement. Help us build a safer, more accessible Macon-Bibb for everyone.
Upcoming events
MAY 3 | 2:00 - 5:00 PM
Open STreets Macon: Houston Avenue
Bring your friends and family, and share in the experience of enjoying our city streets as public space!
Open Streets Macon is back on Houston Avenue! Come join us on Sunday, May 3, from 2 PM to 5 PM, where Houston Avenue will transform into a vibrant community space from Newberg Avenue to Rocky Creek Road. The street will be closed to motorized traffic. No registration is required, and Open Streets Macon is completely FREE and open to everyone.
Organized by Bike Walk Macon with Macon-Bibb County's District 2 Community Family and Commissioner Paul Bronson - Open Streets is a car-free celebration of public space; bringing people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds together to walk, skate, bike, play, and re-imagine how we use our public streets.
MAY 6
National Bike & Roll to School Day
Celebrate the joy of active commuting while building a sense of community and school spirit. The event brings attention to the importance of creating safe routes to school. For more information on how to get involved, check out www.walkbiketoschool.org.
MAY 6
Bibb county AARP Age-Friendly Celebration
Macon-Bibb County celebrates its status as the first community in the nation to be designated an Age-Friendly City by AARP and the World Health Organization. The celebration features community resources, games, and entertainment. More details to follow.
MAY 14 | 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Macon MurAL Cruise
Grab your bike and join us for the Macon Mural Cruise on Thursday, May 14. We’ll ride through the city, stop by some of Macon’s best murals and creative spots, and soak up an evening full of color, music, and good vibes.
Part bike ride, part art crawl - this is all about getting outside, exploring the city, and celebrating the creativity that makes Macon special.
Ride Details:
Macon Bike Party is a free, slow-paced bicycle ride through Macon’s neighborhoods with music, friends, and fun. All ages and skills welcome - costumes and bike decor encouraged. It’s not a race, it’s a party on 2 wheels!
When and Where: Bike Walk Macon office (830 High Street) at 6:00 PM. Before the ride, we’ll share city-cycling safety tips. Wheels are down at 6:15 PM and ends at Fall Line Brewing Co (567 Plum St) by 8:00 pm.
Riders are welcome to join or depart the group at any point. All ages are welcome.
A complete route map will be available on the Facebook event page 24 hours before the ride.
Remember to bring a helmet.
We'll have FREE Bike Walk Macon lights, snacks, and water.
More Fun:
Fall Line Brewing Co. is our official after-party spot, where riders can gather and socialize after the ride. Plus, Bike Party attendees get a 10% discount on their drinks!
More details at www.bikewalkmacon.com/bikeparty.
May 16
Ride Ready: Family Bike Basics
Ready to help your family feel confident riding bikes together?
Join Bike Walk Macon at Amerson River Park for a free Family Ride Ready class designed for kids who already know how to ride a bike and are ready to practice in a safe, real-world environment.
Class Details:
The class will begin at the Playground Pavilion parking lot.
Amerson is the perfect classroom - with wide paths, very low traffic roads, and plenty of space to ride at a comfortable pace away from cars.
During this class, families will learn and practice:
The ABC Quick Check to make sure bikes are safe before every ride
Proper helmet fit and safety, using bike lights
Basic road and path safety
How to ride predictably and confidently around others
Tips for riding together as a family in parks and on neighborhood streets
After learning the basics, participants will take a guided, low-pace ride through the park to put their new skills into action.
This class is free to attend and will be offered on March 21, April 11, and May 16. Each rider will receive a helmet, rechargeable bike lights, and bike safety education materials while supplies last.
This class is not for brand-new riders. Children should already be able to pedal, steer, and stop on their own.
Come ready to ride, learn, and explore Amerson River Park together!
MAY 19
Public Spaces Walk with Margaret Peth, UDA
Join Bike Walk Macon for a Walk ‘n’ Talk! This monthly walking series is an opportunity to connect and chat while getting some fresh air and gentle exercise.
May Walk 'n' Talk
TOPIC: Public Spaces Walk with Margaret Peth, UDA
LOCATION: Third Street Park (near Bibb Theatre) | May 19 | 6:00 PM
ABOUT: Walk with us through Downtown as we check out some of Macon’s newest and upcoming public spaces. Along the way, Margaret Peth with the Urban Development Authority and Reimaging the Civic Commons will share the vision behind these projects and highlight the pedestrian and bike improvements helping create a more connected Macon.
Additional Details
This one-hour, easy-pace group walk meets on the third Tuesday of each month (March to June and September to December) at 6:00 PM. Each month, we’ll feature a guest guide and a special topic to discuss as we explore the streets of Macon.
Participants should be able to walk 3 miles non-stop. Wear appropriate fitness gear and bring water. Dogs are welcome but must be leashed.
Before each walk, we’ll do some light stretching as Bike Walk Macon’s Education Instructor shares pedestrian safety information and smart walking tips.
Thank you to Piedmont Macon for sponsoring our 2026 Walk 'n' Talk series!
MAY 29
Macon CAR FREE DAY
Join the movement to go car-free in Macon on May 29th!
Whether you're walking, biking, riding the bus, carpooling, or working from home, your decision to leave the car behind helps reduce traffic, lower emissions, and save money - all while seeing Macon from a new perspective.
Help us reach our goal of 200 Maconites going car-free on May 29th.
MAY 29
CAR FREE DAY MEETUPS
Macon Bagels | 8:30 TO 9:30 AM
In celebration of Macon Car Free Day, we’re hosting a breakfast meetup at Macon Bagels located at 470 Third Street. Drop in anytime between 8:30 to 9:30 am and grab a breakfast sandwich, drink a quick cup of joe, or just mingle with fellow commuters. Very casual, wear whatever you commute in. Car Free Day pledgers get a free hot or iced coffee!
Margaritas in Mercer Village | 11:40 AM TO 1:30 PM
Hop on the bus with Bike Walk Macon for a lunch outing! We’ve got 20 free bus passes!
Meet at Transfer Station (200 Cherry St) at 11:40 AM to ride together to Margaritas in Mercer Village - return by 1:30 PM. Please note that our arrival time may vary, and we may arrive earlier depending on the duration of the meal.
Fall Line Happy Hour | 5 TO 7 PM
Let’s celebrate everything we’ve achieved during Bike Walk Month and Car Free Day! Keep the momentum going - bike or walk to Fall Line Brewing Co. (567 Plum St) to connect with fellow commuters and advocates who care about active transportation and creating safer, more accessible streets for all. We’re hanging out from 5 to 7 PM on Car Free Day.
JUNE 25| 5:30-7:30 PM
5th Annual MOBILITY MAKER MEMBER PARTY
Become a member during Bike Walk Month and get an invite to the Mobility Maker Member Party on June 25! We're celebrating our collaborative efforts in creating a more bikeable, walkable Macon-Bibb County. Get ready for a fun-filled and casual evening with food, drinks, opportunities to learn about our impact, and exciting announcements!
This invite-only party is our way of expressing gratitude to our valued members, volunteers, and partners. Admission is FREE, so save the date and keep an eye on your email for the exclusive code to claim your complimentary ticket.
If you haven't become a member yet, now is the perfect time to join and secure your spot! By becoming a member, you actively contribute to making Macon a better place to walk, bike, and live. Sign up today at www.betterunite.com/bikewalkmaconmembership.
Not sure if your membership is up to date? Email kaylee@bikewalkmacon.com.
ongoing events
Venmo us!
Do you enjoy Bike Walk Macon’s events and initiatives? Show your support by sending a donation on Venmo!
Every dollar helps us continue offering free, inclusive programs for our community.
Donate a bike
Re-Cycle Macon is a program Centenary Community Ministries (CCMI) founded in partnership with Bike Tech and Bike Walk Macon to get bicycles to under-resourced individuals in Macon lacking dependable transportation.
Bikes in repairable shape may be dropped off at Re-cycle Macon, 1235 Ash St., Macon, GA 31201.
crank to coffee
Casual, relaxed weekly bike ride open to riders looking for a fun, social ride! The route covers about 10-15 miles ending at Macon Bagels. May not be suitable for riders under 12 years old. Helmets are required for all riders.
Meet at the shop around 8:00 AM to get ready. Wheels down at 8:15 AM sharp! Only happens on sunny Saturdays—no ride if it’s raining!
omba chill ride
Join the Ocmulgee Mountain Bike Association for a weekly chill rides around the L.H. Thompson Trail. Check their Facebook for ride updates and details.