In most years, the Street Collective of Greater Des Moines celebrates National Bike Month in May. However, due to the pandemic this year’s Bike Month activities are taking place in September. This year’s celebration offers classic bike month events and rides–such as the PedalArt Show, Coolest Bike In Town, and City Rides–and new events for the whole family. We’ve highlighted a few events below but be sure to follow the Street Collective’s Facebook page for a full list of happenings.
Check out the Fall Fun Guide to see what else is going on in the city this season, or browse the dsm4kids Events Calendar.
Bike Month Activities and Events for Kids and Families in Des Moines:
SCI Maker Faire
This year’s SCI Maker’s Faire theme is Steam Punk. You will find the Street Collective there making bike gear mobiles.
Date: September 6, 2021 at 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Location: Science Center of Iowa, 401 W Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy, Des Moines
Cost: Included with admission to the Science Center
Bike in Movie – Raya & the Last Dragon
Join Des Moines Parks and Recreation, Des Moines Street Collective, and Iowa State University Extension and Outreach for a fun, family bike event. Activities include: bike course, FLEx STEM Trailer, FREE Popcorn and Totally Rolled Ice Cream will also be on-site to provide delicious treats.
Date: Friday, September 10, 2021 at 6:00 pm
Location: Union Park, 2009 Saylor Road, Des Moines
Cost: FREE
Mayor’s Annual Ride and Run
Join the Des Moines Parks and Recreation Department for the 2021 Mayor’s Annual Ride and Run. In addition to the bike ride, they will offer a 4-Mile Run and Family Fun Walk to the day’s events. This year’s ride will consist of a 20-mile route. Helmets are required for all riders and children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required.
Date: Saturday, September 18, 2021. The run starts at 8:00 am.
Location: Principal Park, 1 Line Drive, Des Moines
Cost: Adult Run or Ride: $35 per adult before September 18 or $50 on-site; Youth Run or Ride: $5 for ages 5 through 17; Children 4 and younger are FREE.
PedalArt Poster Show
The PedalArt Poster show is back for its 11th year! PedalArt is a celebration of local artists and their love of cycling, featuring bicycle and active transportation themed posters designed by Iowa artists.
Date: Friday, September 24 at 5:00 to 9:00 pm
Location: Confluence Brewery, 1235 Thomas Beck Rd, Des Moines
Cost: FREE
City Ride
A slow, welcoming ride through Des Moines neighborhoods that’s geared towards beginners and folks of all skills looking for calm ride with great people.
Date: Friday, September 24 at 5:00 pm
Location: Street Collective, 506 E 6th Street, Des Moines
Cost: FREE
Urbandale Mayor’s Bike Ride
Join Mayor Bob Andeweg at Walker Johnston Regional Park for a fun ride through the City of Urbandale. Cyclists will be able to choose from three different routes for the bike ride. There will also be a pancake breakfast provided by the Urbandale Lion’s Club.
Date: Saturday, October 2, 2021 at 9:00 am.
Location: Walker Johnston Park, 9000 Douglas Avenue, Urbandale
Cost: FREE
How will your family participate in Bike Month?
