Get ready to ride! UK Bike Week is April 21-25
LEXINGTON, Ky. (April 17, 2025) – University of Kentucky Transportation Services’ annual Bike Week is April 21-25, with three events designed to promote cycling, plus chances to win free swag.
Monday, April 21: UK Bike to Campus Day:
Join UK Transportation Services from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the intersection of University Drive and Hilltop Avenue, in front of the William T. Young Library for giveaways and more:
- Play bike trivia to win a free water bottle.
- Use pedal power to blend a fruit smoothie on the smoothie bike. Leave with a color-shifting cup and a refreshing drink.
- Get a bicycle tune-up with the Wildcat Wheels Mobile Bike Station.
- Grab bike-themed stickers and a UK-branded bike bell.
- Pick up a Bike Week Passport for chance to win a Bike Week water bottle (those who attend two events) or a t-shirt (for attending three events).
Wednesday, April 23: Tour de Downtown Art
Meet at 5:30 p.m. at the Bowman Wildcat statue on north campus, across from Historic Memorial Coliseum, to explore the city’s art scene on two wheels. Take a guided ride downtown with Brian Connors Manke as he shares insight on artwork along the way. The tour will end at West Sixth Brewery, where riders can socialize with other Bike Week participants. A WiIdcat Wheels employee will host the ride back to campus for students or others who choose to return directly to campus.
Friday, April 25: Campus Bike Tour and Wildcat Wheels Bike Shop Sneak Peak
Meet at 1 p.m. at the Bowman statue near the Gatton Student Center, then take a bike tour of campus. One of the first stops will be at Sports Center Garage, home of the new Wildcat Wheels Bicycle Shop. Experience a full campus tour and a chance to explore the new, soon to be fully operational, bike shop. The ride will be approximately five miles.
Afterwards, join the Lexington Critical Mass bike ride starting at 6 p.m. The ride begins at Woodland Park, just off campus. Join community members for a collective celebration of the bicycle, while raising awareness about complete street design and safety issues that affect road users.
For seasoned cyclists or people just getting started at cycling, UK Bike Week is the perfect time to get active, explore the city and campus, and celebrate biking as a fun, sustainable mode of transportation. For more information about Bike Week, contact UK Transportation Services.
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