.svg)
Get ready to hit the road and join in on the fun of Ride To Work Day on October 18! This day was first established in 2008 with the goal of promoting a healthier and more environmentally-friendly way to commute. It's a great opportunity to dust off your bike, skateboard, or scooter and join in on the movement towards greener transportation options. Not only is it good for your health and the environment, but it can also be a fun and exciting way to start your workday. So why not give it a try this year?
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1885</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Invention of the Bicycle</div><div class='timeline-text'>John Kemp Starley creates the first successful safety bicycle, marking a key moment in the history of commuting alternatives.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1960s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Rise in Car Popularity</div><div class='timeline-text'>Automobiles become the dominant form of transport, leading to traffic congestion and pollution but also sparking a discussion about alternatives.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1970</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Earth Day Founding</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first Earth Day is celebrated, raising global awareness about environmental issues, including pollution caused by transportation.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2007</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Urban Biking Surge</div><div class='timeline-text'>An increase in urban bicycle commuting begins in many cities worldwide, highlighting the benefits of non-motorized transport.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2008</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Ride to Work Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>Ride to Work Day was established to promote a healthier, more environmentally-friendly way to commute to work.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Global Ride to Work Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The event continues to grow globally, drawing participants from all over the world promoting greener transportation options.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Bike to work</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>The most obvious way to celebrate Ride To Work Day is to actually ride your bike to work! This not only supports the cause, but also provides a great form of exercise and a chance to enjoy the outdoors.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a group ride</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get your coworkers or friends together and organize a group ride to work. This not only makes the commute more fun, but also promotes camaraderie and teamwork.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a bike-themed breakfast</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Start the day off right by hosting a breakfast with bike-themed foods such as bagels in the shape of bicycles or fruit smoothies labeled as "bike fuel."</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a bike safety workshop</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Use this day as an opportunity to brush up on bike safety skills by attending a workshop or class. This will not only make you a safer rider, but also help spread awareness about bike safety.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Donate to a bike-related charity</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>In honor of Ride To Work Day, consider donating to a charity that promotes biking or supports bike infrastructure in your community. This is a great way to give back and support the cause.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a way to promote sustainable transportation</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Ride To Work Day encourages people to ditch their cars and opt for more environmentally-friendly modes of transportation, such as biking or public transit. This helps reduce carbon emissions and promotes a cleaner, healthier environment!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It saves money on gas and parking</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Riding your bike or taking public transit can be a money saver - you don't have to pay for gas or expensive parking fees! Plus, it gives you a chance to catch up on exercise while commuting to work.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a time to connect with your community</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Ride To Work Day brings people together in the shared experience of alternative transportation. It's a great opportunity to meet new people, make connections, and foster a sense of community among coworkers and fellow commuters.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Cycling saves more than 238 million gallons of gasoline per year</h3><p class='facts-content'>According to the League of American Bicyclists, Americans who choose to bike rather than drive for short trips save more than 238 million gallons of gasoline annually, making this mode of transportation incredibly environmentally-friendly.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Biking to work can improve your heart's health</h3><p class='facts-content'>Did you know that biking can reduce a person's risk of developing heart disease by 50%? This fact alone makes it a brilliant reason to ditch conventional commuting and join all riders on Ride To Work Day.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The world's largest bicycle parking garage is located in Utrecht, Netherlands</h3><p class='facts-content'>This bicycle-friendly city has a parking garage that can house over 12,000 bikes! Commuters in Utrecht are exemplifying how greener transportation options are feasible and practical.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Riding a bike is 117 times safer than riding a horse</h3><p class='facts-content'>It might come as a surprise, but according to the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents, you're safer riding a bike than riding a horse. So, ride with confidence on Ride To Work Day!</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The longest tandem bike ever built could seat 35 people</h3><p class='facts-content'>Built in 2005 for a science expo in Japan, it was 67 feet long! While we wouldn't suggest such a long bike for your Ride To Work Day commute, the feat shows how biking can bring people together.</p></div></div>
Ride To Work Day is celebrated on October 18 every year. In 2024 Ride To Work Day will occur on a Friday.
2023
Oct 18
Wednesday
2024
Oct 18
Friday
2025
Oct 18
Saturday
2026
Oct 18
Sunday
2027
Oct 18
Monday
.svg){kind=small}
.svg){kind=small}
