Here’s Corvallis’ May Schedule of National Bike Month Events

May is National Bike Month, and Corvallis is offering a full slate of events throughout the month for cyclists of all sorts.

“Whether you’re riding for fun, fitness or with family, or taking essential trips to work or shop, you are part of our movement for safer streets, connected communities, a healthier planet, and happier people,” says the League of American Bicyclists promo for the celebratory month.

Corvallis has all that covered, plus some. But that wouldn’t be surprising – our fair burgh was named a Gold-Level Bicycle Friendly Community by the League last year, after all.

Here’s some of what’s on deck…

The OSU Spring Bike Challenge  

1. • Dates: May 1 – 31
   • Details: ZAP Oregon State is a bike commute rewards program for Oregon State University students and employees.  The Spring Bike Challenge rewards the three teams of ZAP riders that bike the most days in May. All biking skill levels are welcome! Form a team of up to ten friends, co-workers or classmates and ride your bikes to win. Register here.

Team Dirt trail work – Spring Cleanup

1. • Date: Saturday, May 3, 9am – 1pm
   • Location: Alsea Falls Mtn Biking Trailhead, Fall Creek access Rd.
   • Details: Join Team Dirt for trailwork at Alsea Falls to maintain and build fun stuff. Open to everyone, no prior experience needed. Bring your MTB for shuttle rides after (weather permitting). Volunteers that contribute 12+ hours annually earn an Alsea parking pass! Check Team Dirt’s calendar for more trail building opportunities throughout the year.

Corvallis Bike Month Proclamation

1. • Date: Monday, May 5th, 6pm
   • Location: Downtown Corvallis Fire Station, second floor
   • Details: Join Corvallis Mayor Maughan as he officially declares May 2025  “Corvallis Bike Month”.

National Walk & Roll to School Day

1. • Date: Wednesday, May 7th
   • Details: Get active and participate in National Walk & Roll to School Day, promoting healthy and eco-friendly commuting options for students.

SAFE Corvallis Bike Happy Hour

1. • Date: Friday, May 9th, 4-6pm
   • Location: Meet at Common Fields
   • Details: Join SAFE Corvallis for a Bike Happy Hour at Common Fields, celebrating cycling and community.  Wear your club jersey!

Team Dirt trail work – OSU/Starker Forest

1. • Date: Saturday, May 10, 10am – 2pm
   • Location: Oak Creek Trailhead
   • Details: Join Team Dirt for trailwork at OSU forest and Starker forest to maintain and build fun stuff. Open to everyone, no prior experience needed. Check Team Dirt’s calendar for more trail building opportunities throughout the year.

Filmed by Bike Corvallis

1. • Date: Saturday, May 10th, 7pm
   • Location: Meet at Whiteside Theater, for Filmed by Bike
   • Details: Corvallis Bike Collective is hosting a film showing and social hour to bring together local cyclists for a night of building community and sharing our passion for all things bike!

National Bike to Work Day Happy Hour

1. • Date: Friday, May 16th, meet at 5pm
   • Location: waterfront park fountain (check back for confirmation) Route map here
   • Details: Celebrate National Bike to Work Day with a group ride to the Southtown Block 15 on the proposed Bikeway route. Block 15 will extend Happy Hour to 6:30 for all bicyclists.

MVBC Midge Cramer group ride

1. • Date: Saturday, May 17th, 10am
   • Location: start at Osborne Aquatic Center.   Potential ride route is here
   • Details: The Midge Cramer Ride celebrates the life and legacy of Richard P. “Midge” Cramer (1931-1997), one of the founders of the Mid-Valley Bicycle Club. The ride has been held annually since 2001 and features traditions and stories associated with Midge

Corvallis Spring Roll

1. • Date: Sunday, May 18th, register online or onsite at 10am, riding starts at 11am
   • Location: Cloverland Park
   • Details: The Corvallis Spring Roll is a community bike and trike ride and cycle fair for families. Register here. It is a fun place for kids to experience the thrill of riding independently in a safe and exciting environment.  This is not a race; instead the Corvallis Spring Roll rewards participation and effort (how many laps can you do?).  Raffle and door prizes.  Volunteers sign up is here

Ride of Silence

1. • Date: Wednesday, May 21st, gather at 6:30pm, depart at 7pm.
   • Location: start at Osborn Aquatic Center.  Ride route is here
   • Details: The Corvallis Ride of Silence, honoring cyclists who have been injured or killed while riding. Slow-paced group ride with stops. Helmet required. Lights highly recommended.

SAFE Corvallis Ward 2 Bike Tour

1. • Date: Saturday, May 24th, 10am-noon
   • Location: Spicy Pedals
   • Details: Explore Ward 2 with SAFE Corvallis on a bike tour showcasing the local community, upcoming bike infrastructure projects, and promoting safe cycling practices. Ward 2 includes downtown Corvallis, OSU campus, and the northern extent of Southtown.

1. • Details: Visit Corvallis has compiled a list of bicycling related activities to enjoy on the local area during National Bike Month.

If you have any questions about these events, the folks at the Mid-Valley Bicycle Club may have some answers. Like, these aren’t all MVBC events, but they’re in the know, and may be able to get you an answer. Their email is advocacy@mvbc.com.

Let us know if there’s any events we should add to this list – you can email us editor@corvallisadvocate.com. Thanks.

By Mike Suarez