Events
If you enjoy bicycling but want to build confidence to ride more places, then BikeArlington’s Summer Joy-Ride is for you: a ride that’s expressly designed for beginners, leisure riders, and cyclists who would like to become more comfortable riding on trails and roads.
On this casual, slow-paced ride, we will ride as a group on the Custis Trail, then transition to riding on neighborhood streets and bike lanes in the Ballston neighborhood. Throughout the ride, we’ll learn about riding on the street and try out some of the new Arlington bicycle infrastructure – such as two-stage turn boxes and bike boxes – and learn how to use them to ride safely and confidently with cars.
We’ll be led by Jason Horowitz, a League of American Bicyclists certified instructor since 2016. Jason has also worked as a Trail Ranger and was named the Washington Area Bicyclist Association’s 2023 Cycling Instructor of the Year.
The ride will end at the iconic Mario’s Pizza House, a locally owned Arlington institution since 1957.
At the end of the ride, all participants will receive a goodie bag filled with BikeArlington’s best safety accessories, as well as the League of American Bicyclists’s Smart Cycling Quick Guide, the quintessential manual for learning and understanding bicycling rules of the road.
The Electric Ride Experience
Arlington County Fair
Friday, August 16, 3-8 p.m.
Curious about E-bikes? Scooters? Shared mobility? Or maybe you’re just interested in learning the latest about all the options on wheels?
Come on out to the Arlington County Fair, drop by the basketball court, and be part of The Electric Ride Experience! Join BikeArlington and our guests—Conte’s Bike Shop and Bird /Spin—to test ride some awesome e-bikes and scooters. Staff and volunteers will be on hand to assist with test rides and answer questions.
Can’t make it on Friday? Come by on Saturday when we’ll welcome Bikes@Vienna and Lime or Sunday when we’ll host Trek Bicycle Arlington Ballston.
No matter when you stop by, we’ll have live demos, multimodal resources, safety information, and giveaways for all ages and abilities!
To learn more, visit the Arlington County Fair website at Arlington County Fair – Largest Free Events on the East Coast Located In South Arlington, VA.
The Electric Ride Experience
Arlington County Fair
Saturday, August 17, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Move over Dizzy Dragons! See you later Go-Go-Gator! Farewell Ferris Wheel! BikeArlington is adding a different kind of ride to the mix at the 2024 Arlington County Fair! Just off the Midway on the basketball courts lies the Electric Ride Experience!
Stop by on Saturday and join BikeArlington, Bikes@Vienna, and Lime to test ride the latest specialty bikes, e-bikes, and scooters. Bikes@Vienna specializes in recumbent e-bikes, trikes, and adaptive bikes, so now’s your chance to give one a try. Staff and volunteers will be on hand to assist with test rides and answer your questions.
Can’t make it on Saturday? Come by on Sunday when we’ll host Trek Bicycle Arlington Ballston. There will also be demos, multimodal resources, safety information, and giveaways for all!
To learn more, visit the Arlington County Fair website at Arlington County Fair – Largest Free Events on the East Coast Located In South Arlington, VA
The Electric Ride Experience
Arlington County Fair
Sunday, August 18, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Are you experienced?
Whether you’re new to the e-bike phenomenon or just want to know more about your options, drop by BikeArlington’s Electric Ride Experience on the basketball court at the Arlington County Fair and test-ride the latest in e-bikes from Trek Bicycle Arlington Ballston.
Staff and volunteers will be on hand to assist with test rides and answer your questions. We’ll also have live demos, multimodal resources, safety information, and giveaways for all ages and abilities!
To learn more, visit the Arlington County Fair website at Arlington County Fair – Largest Free Events on the East Coast Located In South Arlington, VA
Adult Learn to Ride
Sunday, September 8, 9AM-12PM; Rain Date: Sunday, September 22
Quincy Street Parking Deck, 4099 15th St. North
This Adult Learn to Ride class is for participants 18 and older. Experienced instructors from the Washington Area Bicyclist Association break the skills down step by step to get you on a bike and rolling in no time. Participants learn to start and stop, balance, glide, pedal, and steer a bike and progress at their own pace.
Class Details
This class is for you if:
You have never been on a bicycle before
You have not ridden a bicycle in many years
You have previously tried to learn how to ride a bicycle, but were unsuccessful
Class Duration:
3 hours
Equipment:
A bicycle and helmet will be provided for all class participants.
You will be asked to provide your height in the registration portal so that we can reserve a properly sized bicycle for you.
Cost:
FREE – WABA members and Capital Bikeshare for All (email WABA for a coupon)
$10.00 – Resident Registration*
$85.00 – Non-Resident Registration
*WABA partners with local jurisdictions to bring subsidized bicycle education to residents of that jurisdiction. Example – if you are an Arlington County resident taking a class in Arlington County your registration is just $10.00!
Registration Policy: Advance registration is required for Adult Learn to Ride classes. Registration closes at 1:00 pm the Thursday before class.
Have any questions? Email education@waba.org.
Basic Skills Clinic
Sunday, September 29, 9AM-11AM; Rain Date: Sunday, October 13
Quincy Street Parking Deck, 4099 15th St. North
Basic Skills Clinics are the next step for those who have recently taken a Learn to Ride class or who know how to ride a bike but have not been on one for some time. Basic Skills Clinics focus on skills such as turning, shifting, braking gradually, and weaving and will help you develop the fundamental bike handling skills necessary to ride confidently! Experienced instructors from the Washington Area Bicyclist Association (WABA) will observe where you are at and will provide tailored instruction to help you progress to the next level. Participants move at their own pace and are encouraged to continue practicing these skills at home.
Class Details
This class is for you if:
You have recently taken a Learn to Ride class and were riding with two pedals by the end of class.
You know how to ride a bike but have not been on one in some time and need a little bit of tailored instruction to get you going again!
Class Duration:
2 hours
Equipment:
Bicycle and helmet provided for those who need. Please select the “Bike Rental + Registration” option at checkout.
Participants may bring their own bicycle and helmet for a discounted registration fee. Please make sure that bikes are in good working order. WABA does not provide bicycle maintenance for personal bikes.
Cost:
$50.00 if you require a bicycle and helmet rental / $10.00 if you bring your own!
Registration Policy:
Advance registration is required for this event. Be sure to show up for class 15 minutes before the start time.
Have any questions? Email education@waba.org.
Trail Riding Basics
Saturday, October 19; 9AM-12PM
Quincy Street Parking Deck, 4099 15th St. North
Class Details
Registration opens Monday, September 9.
This class is for you if:
You already know how to ride a bike but do not have much experience riding on trails
You have experience riding on trails, but would like to learn skills that will help improve your ride
You have recently taken a WABA Basic Skills Clinic
You have recently taken a WABA Learn to Ride class and were riding confidently with two pedals by the end of class
Class Duration:
3 hours
Equipment:
Participants are required to bring their own bicycle and helmet for this class.
Bikes must be in good working order.
Prefer to use Capital Bikeshare? WABA will provide coupons for a FREE 4-hour rental to those who need them. You can request a Capital Bikeshare coupon during registration.
Cost:
FREE – WABA members and Capital Bikeshare for All (email WABA for a coupon)
$10.00 – Registration
Registration Policy:
Advance registration is required for this event. Be sure to show up for class 15 minutes before the start time.
Have any questions? Email education@waba.org.
Adult Learn to Ride
Saturday, October 26, 9AM-12PM; Rain Date: Saturday, November 9
Quincy Street Parking Deck, 4099 15th St. North
This Adult Learn to Ride class is for participants 18 and older. Experienced instructors from the Washington Area Bicyclist Association (WABA) break the skills down step by step to get you on a bike and rolling in no time. Participants learn to start and stop, balance, glide, pedal and steer a bike and progress at their own pace.
Class Details
Registration opens Monday, September 9.
This class is for you if:
You have never been on a bicycle before
You have not ridden a bicycle in many years
You have previously tried to learn how to ride a bicycle, but were unsuccessful
Class Duration:
3 hours
Equipment:
A bicycle and helmet will be provided for all class participants.
You will be asked to provide your height in the registration portal so that we can reserve a properly sized bicycle for you.
Cost
FREE – WABA members and Capital Bikeshare for All (email us for a coupon)
$10.00 – Resident Registration*
$85.00 – Non-Resident Registration
*WABA partners with local jurisdictions to bring subsidized bicycle education to residents of that jurisdiction. Example – if you are an Arlington County resident taking a class in Arlington County your registration is just $10.00!
Registration Policy: Advance registration is required for Adult Learn to Ride classes. Registration closes at 1:00 pm the Thursday before class.
Basic Skills Clinic
Saturday, November 16, 9AM-11AM; Rain Date: Saturday, November 23
Quincy Street Parking Deck, 4099 15th St. North
Basic Skills Clinics are the next step for those who have recently taken a Learn to Ride class or who know how to ride a bike but have not been on one for some time. Basic Skills Clinics focus on skills such as turning, shifting, braking gradually, and weaving and will help you develop the fundamental bike handling skills necessary to ride confidently! Experienced instructors from the Washington Area Bicyclist Association (WABA) will observe where you are at and will provide tailored instruction to help you progress to the next level. Participants move at their own pace and are encouraged to continue practicing these skills at home.
Class Details
Registration opens Monday, October 7.
This class is for you if:
You have recently taken a Learn to Ride class and were riding with two pedals by the end of class.
You know how to ride a bike but have not been on one in some time and need a little bit of tailored instruction to get you going again!
Class Duration:
2 hours
Equipment:
Bicycle and helmet provided for those who need. Please select the “Bike Rental + Registration” option at checkout.
Participants may bring their own bicycle and helmet for a discounted registration fee. Please make sure that bikes are in good working order. WABA does not provide bicycle maintenance for personal bikes.
Cost:
$50.00 if you require a bicycle and helmet rental / $10.00 if you bring your own!
Registration Policy:
Advance registration is required for this event. Be sure to show up for class 15 minutes before the start time.
Have any questions? Email education@waba.org.
Adult Learn to Ride
Sunday, November 17, 9AM-12PM; Rain Date: Sunday, November 24
Quincy Street Parking Deck, 4099 15th St. North
This Adult Learn to Ride class is for participants 18 and older. Experienced instructors from the Washington Area Bicyclist Association break the skills down step by step to get you on a bike and rolling in no time. Participants learn to start and stop, balance, glide, pedal and steer a bike and progress at their own pace.
Class Details
Registration opens Monday, October 7.
This class is for you if:
You have never been on a bicycle before
You have not ridden a bicycle in many years
You have previously tried to learn how to ride a bicycle, but were unsuccessful
Equipment:
A bicycle and helmet will be provided for all class participants.
You will be asked to provide your height in the registration portal so that we can reserve a properly sized bicycle for you.
Class Duration:
3 hours
Cost:
FREE – WABA members and Capital Bikeshare for All (email WABA for a coupon)
$10.00 – Resident Registration*
$85.00 – Non-Resident Registration
*WABA partners with local jurisdictions to bring subsidized bicycle education to residents of that jurisdiction. Example – if you are an Arlington County resident taking a class in Arlington County your registration is just $10.00!
Registration Policy: Advance registration is required for Adult Learn to Ride classes. Registration closes at 1:00 pm the Thursday before class.
Have any questions? Email education@waba.org.