Join us Saturday, September 24 for Cupertino's 2022 Fall Bike Fest!
Strap on a helmet and bike to Civic Center Plaza on September 24 for Cupertino’s annual Fall Bike Fest! Preview vendors and activities below.
Note: to participate in the bike rodeo or a City-led bike ride you will need to sign a waiver (to the right) AND check in at the registration table the day of the event.
FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS:
Bike Rodeo - Kiddos can practice bike handling skills in Safe Moves' mini city
City-Led Bike Ride(s):
Long Ride: Join Cupertino's Transportation Team for an infrastructure ride. This group will stop at various spots along the route to learn about the City's past, present, and future bike-related infrastructure projects. We will cap the ride at 25 riders. Advance registration required
Note: The Long Ride is for experienced, confident riders. It includes a challenging hill and busy roads.
Short Ride: Ride through the park, stop for a scavenger hunt, and earn a chance to win cool raffle prizes! All are welcome on this short, family-friendly ride.
Helmet Checks - Most people wear their helmet incorrectly. Walk Bike Cupertino will make sure yours is proper!
Bike Safety Checks - Community Cycles of California will conduct an ABC quick check on your bike. If your bike needs more attention, please take it to a bike shop for a tune-up before the Bike Fest.
Pump Your Tires - The Youth Environmental Power Initiative (YEPI) will be on hand to teach you how to pump your bike tires. Give it a try before taking your bike to the Safety Check station!
Contests- win prizes for participating in the following contests!
Youngest Rider
Oldest Rider
Biggest Group - if you bring the most riders to the Bike Fest, everyone in your group will win a prize!
Most Visible Theme - if your group dresses up in the most visible theme (interpret as you will), everyone in your group who dresses the part wins a prize. PG - rated themes only, please! This is a family event.
Carry the Most by Bike (shopping bags provided at the festival) - can you beat the 12-bag record from 2019?
Activities:
Try out interesting bikes with Mike's Bikes!
electric bike by Gazelle
electric box bike (for carrying kids and groceries) by Urban Arrow
Decorate Your Bike
Make a Smoothie with Our Blender Bike
Create art and poetry flags
Design your own button/pin
Get ready to start the fall with some fun on your bike!