Join the 39th Annual Bikes Not Bombs Bike-A-Thon!

Get ready to ride for change! Join Bikes Not Bombs on Sunday, May 17, 2026, for our 39th Annual Bike-A-Thon — an unforgettable day of community, empowerment, and celebration. Starting and ending in the heart of Jamaica Plain, this year’s event features rider check-in, amazing routes, and our beloved After Party you won’t want to miss.

Choose Your Route

Whether you’re a first-time rider or a seasoned cyclist, there’s a route perfect for you:

• 10 miles – Great for beginners and families.

• 25 miles – A scenic mid-distance challenge.

• 50 miles – For riders ready to go the distance.

Each route is fully supported with rest stops, snacks, and clear route markings to keep you fueled and on track all day long.

Register Today - Help us Reach 400 Riders!

Register early and spread the word to your network: family, friends, neighbors, and coworkers. Our Bike-A-Thon is more than a single event: it's about building a community, cyclists and non-cyclists alike, who are working towards a more equitable, sustainable future. When we ride together, we lift up each other's voices.

Celebrate at the After Party

The Bike-A-Thon is about celebrating you—our incredible riders, fundraisers, and volunteers! After crossing the finish line, enjoy:

• A delicious catered lunch with plenty of options for all.

• Live music and a festive, community atmosphere.

• Games, prizes, and bike-themed competitions.

• Beautiful art from local artists.

• Opportunities to connect with community partners making an impact in Boston and beyond.

Ride for a Purpose

Your participation fuels our mission to create social and environmental change through the power of the bicycle. Help us reach our $175,000 fundraising goal to:

• Employ over 30 youth apprentices, providing hands-on job training in a supportive environment.

• Advocate for safe and equitable transportation for underserved communities in Boston.

• Ship thousands of bicycles to our partners in the Global South, helping advance environmental, economic, and social justice worldwide.

Join the movement. Register today and ride with purpose!

Your critical fundraising goes directly towards supporting our mission driven programming, while registration fees help cover the costs of putting on the event. Please read below for details on registration fees and fundraising minimums required for Bike-A-Thon riders:

• Adult riders: $300 fundraising minimum; $35 registration fee 
• Youth riders aged 12 to 17: $150 fundraising minimum; $35 registration fee 
• Youth under 12: $100 fundraising minimum; $35 registration fee