April is IU Bikes MonthApril is IU Bikes Month and we’re celebrating by encouraging everyone to explore the joy of bicycling and the power of bikes to connect our community. We’ve got FREE events going all month long so be sure to check back often. Free giveaways, while supplies last.
The first 200 who register for Bikes Month will receive a FREE goodie bag.
Registration is now closed.
Play IU Bikes Month Bingo and enter to win prizes, including a basic bike tune up from a local bike shop, a bike repair kit, a pair of Blackburn bike lights, and more! You can ride to the grocery, ride to work or class, go mountain biking, or bike with a friend - there are so many ways to win!
Once you've completed your bingo card, just send it to commute@indiana.edu. For example, you can print it out, snap a pic of the completed card, and attach it to your entry with "IU Bikes Month Bingo" in the subject line.
The deadline to enter is May 1.
IU Day is a worldwide event honoring Indiana University and the people who make IU possible. And what better way to celebrate than riding your bike to campus and exploring first-hand all things that make IU Bloomington such an amazing place!
April 1–29 (weekdays only)
Come in-person only at IU Parking Operations, Henderson Garage any weekday in April and receive a free bike permit in exchange for two non-perishable food donations to the Hoosier Hills Food Bank.
April 7
Bring your cable lock to the Wright Quad Eatery from 12–2 p.m. and exchange it for a FREE and more secure U-lock. (While supplies last)
April 7
The Bloomington Bike Project hosts Women's night Thursdays, 6–8 p.m. The Bike Project provides a free space, tools, and free used parts to community members with bicycles in need of repair.
April 8
Revolution Bike and Bean will be performing basic bike repair and maintenance on bikes that need a little TLC. This is a FREE event and knowledgeable mechanics will be at Mcnutt, outside under the awnings, from 1–4 p.m.
April 11
Join us at Showalter Fountain in front of the IU Auditorium for a bike light giveaway, from 3–5 p.m. While supplies last.
April 14
The Bloomington Bike Project hosts Women's night Thursdays, 6–8 p.m. The Bike Project provides a free space, tools, and free used parts to community members with bicycles in need of repair.
April 15
Join campus historians on a 3–5 mile bike ride where we'll explore various historically significant spots around campus. We'll be meeting at Sample Gates at 5:30 p.m. All are welcome! Be sure to RSVP, and bring your own bike.
April 15
Bring your cable lock to the Wright Quad Eatery from 12–2 p.m. and exchange it for a FREE and more secure U-lock. (While supplies last)
April 20
Spend a little more time on your commute today to enjoy the spring weather and flowers. Help us celebrate IU Bikes Month by riding your bike to and from campus today.
April 21
The Bloomington Bike Project hosts Women's night Thursdays, 6–8 p.m. The Bike Project provides a free space, tools, and free used parts to community members with bicycles in need of repair.
April 22–23
Billed as “The World’s Greatest College Weekend,” the Little 500 is the largest collegiate bike race in the United States and one of the many reasons IU Bloomington was designated a Gold-rated Bicycle-Friendly Community by The League of American Bicyclists
April 26
Join fellow students on a leisurely 3-5 mile bike ride beginning at Sample Gates at 4:00 p.m. and ending at a local cafe for coffee and treats.
April 28
The Bloomington Bike Project hosts Women's night Thursdays, 6–8 p.m. The Bike Project provides a free space, tools, and free used parts to community members with bicycles in need of repair.
