Pedal Palooza! 🚲 

An all-ages bike celebration for the whole community 

Join Ecology Action, the Santa Cruz Police Department (SCPD), and community partners for Pedal Palooza, a FREE bike festival with activities for riders of all ages and skill levels! 

📅 Saturday, May 16 

⏰ 1:00–4:00 PM 

📍 Bay View Elementary School 

🎉 What to Expect: 

• Bike safety activities and family-friendly fun 

• Interactive bike rodeo and skills stations 

• E-bike demos from local bike shops 

• Group rides supported by community partners 

• Bike valet provided 

• Resources, giveaways, and hands-on learning 

• *Chance to win a FREE bike! 

• Pedal Palooza is designed to celebrate biking while promoting safety, confidence, and access for our community. 

💙 About the Program: 

This event is made possible through funding from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS), through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, and is presented in partnership with Ecology Action and the Santa Cruz Police Department. 

✅ FREE event 

✅ All ages welcome 

✅ Helmets encouraged 

Bring your family, your friends, and your bikes — and come celebrate safe, joyful biking together! 

*Bikes provided courtesy of Ecology Action. 

Join Patagonia of Santa Cruz for a bike ride along the San Lorenzo River on Wednesday, May 13th with @coastalwatershedcouncil and @ecology_action !

We will learn about our local watershed and how to protect it while we go on a beautiful cruise along our treasured bike path to celebrate Bike Fest.

All ages are welcome to join. Helmets are required, and bike lights are encouraged, since it will be evening.

Post-ride bites and drinks will be provided at the Patagonia store afterward!

Intro to Bikes Class (@ The Bike Church: 703 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060)

Join The Bike Church every second Sunday of each month from 10-11:30am for our Intro to Bikes class. Come learn about basic bike mechanics and maintenance! We will go over the fundamental systems of a bicycle (e.g., wheels, drive train, brakes) and practice basic repairs. Facilitators will tailor the session based on the interests of who shows up, so bring questions, or even better, your bike!

For more info: http://bikechurch.santacruzhub.org/workshops.html

BSCC’s Clean-up Day

Saturday, May 9th, 9 -11 am

Meeting Spot: New Leaf Westside, 1101 Fair Ave

We're looking for volunteers to "Pitch-in" and help us clean up our County! Will have water, SNACKS/DRINKS (sponsored by New Leaf!), trash pickers, bags and gloves but we welcome you to bring any and all of these things.

You will need: Hat, Sunscreen, Layers, Close toed shoes, and a good attitude!

Thank you for help!!! We will send out more details and reminders closer to the event.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4AAAAF2DA0F8C25-63113587-pitchin#/

IMPORTANT NOTE: PLEASE DO NOT park in the New Leaf parking lot. We ask that you kindly ride your bike, walk or find a parking space in the neighborhood! 

Santa Cruz Bike Party: Star Wars Bike Prom

Prom night. A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away. Friday May 8th at Depot Park.

Santa Cruz Bike Party goes full Star Wars, dress in your best prom fit or your best galaxy gear, follow a Landspeeder through town, and ride under the stars where we belong.

7PM. Depot Park. Bring lights, good vibes, and your resistance to the Empire.

Santa Cruz Bike Party is a mobile party for riders of all ages, experience levels, and types to meet, ride, and play together in the streets. Rides are 7-10 miles long with music and dance breaks along the way. Rides move at a relatively slow pace and no one is left behind. Each ride has a theme and riders are encouraged to wear costumes or decorate their bikes to fit the theme.

Friday, 5/8 @ 7 pm Depot Park

Bike to Wherever Day is back with a twist! Now open to all human-powered commute modes: walk, bike, scoot, or skate and get rewarded with a free breakfast-stop along the way. Meet other commuters, neighbors and supporters and enjoy your reward for reducing those GHGs at one of these meet up spots.

For more info and to find a spot for breakfast: https://letsmodo.org/walk-and-roll/

Grab your bikes and bring the whole family! Join us for a fun ride on the Ohlone Loop Trail. It’s a route that is gently challenging and endlessly rewarding!

Meeting Place: 150 Westridge Dr, Watsonville, CA 95076-6709

• Learn about Bike Safety & Why Bike?

• Bike safety gear giveaways, raffle prizes & more!

• Free burritos and refreshments for all riders!

• Limited bikes available for those who need to borrow one. First come, first served basis!

• More details: events@bikesantacruzcounty.org

What: Monthly meeting to discuss and strategize advocacy projects. Open to the public!

Place: Abbott Square Market, 118 Cooper Street, Santa Cruz

Intro to Bikes Class (@ The Bike Church: 703 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060)

Join The Bike Church every second Sunday of each month from 10-11:30am for our Intro to Bikes class. Come learn about basic bike mechanics and maintenance! We will go over the fundamental systems of a bicycle (e.g., wheels, drive train, brakes) and practice basic repairs. Facilitators will tailor the session based on the interests of who shows up, so bring questions, or even better, your bike!

For more info: http://bikechurch.santacruzhub.org/workshops.html

You’re Invited! City of Santa Cruz Transportation & Public Works Commission Open House!

• Monday, March 16

• 6:00 - 7:30 pm

• Westlake Elementary, 1000 High Street, Santa Cruz

• For more info & to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/santa-cruz-transportation-and-public-works-commission-open-house-tickets-1983555077633

It’s Not Easy Being Green - Hosted by Bike Party Santa Cruz

Friday the 13th of March. Nothing worth doing is easy, except maybe bike party? Dress in green and do the damn thing.

Friday, 3/13 @ 7 pm Depot Park

What: Monthly meeting to discuss and strategize advocacy projects. Open to the public!

Place: Abbott Square Market, 118 Cooper Street, Santa Cruz

The Supermarket Street Sweep is a bike race/scavenger hunt/fundraiser/truly epic day to gather food for Second Harvest Food Bank in Santa Cruz County.

On March 8th, racers will meet at the lighthouse on West Cliff Drive, be given a manifest of grocery stores and food items to be bought at each store, and then race to collect all items the fastest, or collect the most food. The event will only be a couple hours long, come spend an afternoon riding bikes and helping others! Race alone, or bring some friends and team up to be the fastest or heaviest. Get stoked, be safe, and have fun! Awards will be given to those that place at the top of each category, and raffle prizes will be available to everyone! All ages welcome!!!

Link for more details: tiny.cc/SMSWREG

Intro to Bikes Class (@ The Bike Church: 703 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060)

Join The Bike Church every second Sunday of each month from 10-11:30am for our Intro to Bikes class. Come learn about basic bike mechanics and maintenance! We will go over the fundamental systems of a bicycle (e.g., wheels, drive train, brakes) and practice basic repairs. Facilitators will tailor the session based on the interests of who shows up, so bring questions, or even better, your bike!

For more info: http://bikechurch.santacruzhub.org/workshops.html

Women’s Bike Ride: Ride for Love (Hosted by Modo)

We provide bikes, helmets, lights and water. Join us for a fun, inclusive, welcoming community ride and celebrate self-care, community care and our amazing community.

WE PROVIDE BIKES, HELMETS, LIGHTS, AND WATER - AND WILL BE GIVING AWAY FREE FRONT AND BACK BIKE LIGHTS.

RIDE, REFLECT, AND SET YOUR INTENTIONS FOR THE NEW YEAR.

Meeting location: 345 Harvest Drive, Watsonville, CA

For more info and to RSVP, contact Kym at kymberly@growing-greatness.com or (831) 234-2046

Up All Night to Get Lucky Ride - Hosted by Bike Party Santa Cruz

2nd Friday in February falls on the 13th, which obviously means …we’re up all night 🌃 to get lucky 🍀 💗💕
-
Like the legend of SCBP 🚲🎶
Track stands in rainbow 🌈 leggings
What keeps our wheels 🛞 spinning
Depot park 📍for the beginning

We’ve come too far,
to give up and drive cars 🚫🚙
So let’s raise our bars
and our lights to the stars 🌟

She’s up all night till the love 💗
I’m up all night in bike gloves 🧤
We’re up all night for good fun
up all night to get lucky 🍀 💕

Friday, 2/13 @ 7 pm Depot Park

What: Monthly meeting to discuss and strategize advocacy projects. Open to the public!

Place: Abbott Square Market, 118 Cooper Street, Santa Cruz

Intro to Bikes Class (@ The Bike Church: 703 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060)

Join The Bike Church every second Sunday of each month from 10-11:30am for our Intro to Bikes class. Come learn about basic bike mechanics and maintenance! We will go over the fundamental systems of a bicycle (e.g., wheels, drive train, brakes) and practice basic repairs. Facilitators will tailor the session based on the interests of who shows up, so bring questions, or even better, your bike!

For more info: http://bikechurch.santacruzhub.org/workshops.html

You’re Invited! City of Santa Cruz Active Transportation Open House!

• Wednesday, January 28th

• 5:00 - 7:00 pm

• Gault Elementary School, 1320 Seabright Avenue

Bike Parade - Family-friendly

Join us for Seabright Bike Night—a family‑friendly neighborhood celebration on Sunday, January 25, 2026, from 4–7 PM at the Seabright/Murray intersection. Expect a welcoming free bike valet, a bike decoration station, and a lively 30‑minute family-friendly illuminated bike parade. After the parade, stay for dinner at a Lower Seabright eatery and we’ll watch your bike for you while you eat. All parade participants will be entered in a raffle to receive prizes from local Lower Seabright businesses. Roll through and support our amazing Seabright businesses that have been impacted by the Murray Street Bridge closure.

• Come at 4PM to our bike decorating station

• Parade begins right at 5:30PM, lights and costumes encouraged

• Stay for dinner at one of the Seabright Eateries

• Free Bike Valet parking provided by Bike Santa Cruz County

What: Monthly meeting to discuss and strategize advocacy projects. Open to the public!

Place: Abbott Square Market, 118 Cooper Street, Santa Cruz

Intro to Bikes Class (@ The Bike Church: 703 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060)

Join The Bike Church every second Sunday of each month from 10-11:30am for our Intro to Bikes class. Come learn about basic bike mechanics and maintenance! We will go over the fundamental systems of a bicycle (e.g., wheels, drive train, brakes) and practice basic repairs. Facilitators will tailor the session based on the interests of who shows up, so bring questions, or even better, your bike!

For more info: http://bikechurch.santacruzhub.org/workshops.html

Silver & Gold Ride, hosted by Bike Party Santa Cruz

It’s a new year! Out with the old, in with the new. One is silver and the other gold, and all that. Come bike party with us on Friday January 9th. Dress to impress. In 2026, Let’s be(dazzle) the change we want to see in the world.

Friday, 1/9 at 7 pm, Depot Park

Women’s Light up the Night Ride, Hosted by Modo

We provide bikes, helmets, lights and water. END THE YEAR WITH MOVEMENT, JOY, AND COMMUNITY! WE PROVIDE BIKES, HELMETS, LIGHTS, AND WATER - AND WILL BE GIVING AWAY FREE FRONT AND BACK BIKE LIGHTS.

RIDE, REFLECT, AND SET YOUR INTENTIONS FOR THE NEW YEAR.

Meeting location: 345 Harvest Drive, Watsonville, CA

For more info and to RSVP, contact Kym at kymberly@growing-greatness.com or (831) 234-2046

What: Monthly meeting to discuss and strategize advocacy projects. Open to the public!

Place: Abbott Square Market, 118 Cooper Street, Santa Cruz

Intro to Bikes Class (@ The Bike Church: 703 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060)

Join The Bike Church every second Sunday of each month from 10-11:30am for our Intro to Bikes class. Come learn about basic bike mechanics and maintenance! We will go over the fundamental systems of a bicycle (e.g., wheels, drive train, brakes) and practice basic repairs. Facilitators will tailor the session based on the interests of who shows up, so bring questions, or even better, your bike!

For more info: http://bikechurch.santacruzhub.org/workshops.html

Twinkling Man: A Bike Parade of Illuminated Excess, hosted by Bike Party Santa Cruz

* Friday December 12 * 7PM * Depot Park

Forget the desert—this year, the playa is paved! Join us for Twinkling Man, the shimmering celebration of music, lights, laughter, and questionable fashion and/or life choices.

What to Expect:
* Radiant Rides: Cover your trusty steed in every LED, fairy light, and glow stick you can find. If your bike doesn’t look like a mobile interstellar nebula, you’re doing it wrong.

* Festival Finery: Dress in your most extravagant, ironic, or “I found this in a thrift store that I broke into at 3 a.m. and all I had was a black light”outfit. Think faux fur, sequins, and goggles that serve no practical purpose whatsoever. 

Ride with us deep into the asphalt playa, where we’ll cruise the esplanade, visit art installations (people’s houses decorated for the holidays), and dance the night away.

Cause, do you even Twinkle, bro?

Friday, 12/12, 7 pm meet at Depot Park