Go By Bike, DC!
Discover bike groups, resources, and how to get around on two wheels in the district.
May 15-June 26, 2026
goDCgo is kicking off the spring and inviting DC residents, students, and commuters to get moving on two wheels! We’ll be popping up at farmers markets across the District and teaming up with local partners to make biking more fun, accessible, and welcoming for riders of all experience levels.
Take the pledge to Go By Bike, join in on our weekly challenges, or visit us at a farmers market event, and you could win great prizes such as a Conte’s Bike Shop gift card, bike repair kits, lights, locks, reflectors, Capital Bikeshare memberships, and more.
Visit A Pop-up
Stop by one of our Bike Month pop-ups to grab free resources, play games, win prizes, meet the goDCgo team, enjoy bike activities and connect with fellow riders.
Download The Map
Explore DC by bike with our colorful, easy-to-read bike map. Perfect for both new and experienced riders, the map highlights bike routes, trails, and destinations across the District.
JOIN A BIKE GROUP
Connect with fellow riders by joining a local bike group and explore fun, safe, and community-focused ways to ride around DC.
PLEDGE TO GO BY BIKE
Pledge to Go by Bike for a chance to win a $100 Conte’s Bike Shop gift card, Capital Bikeshare Annual Membership, bike swag bag, or a brand new bike!
Farmers Market Pop-Up Events
Anacostia Farmers Market
Bike resources, trivia, prizes, WABA youth safety materials, giveaways, and more!
Anacostia Community Museum
1901 Fort Pl SE
May 23, 2026
10am-2pm
H Street Farmers Market
Bike resources, swag, brochures, trivia, and a local bike shop promoting bike safety, benefits, and tips!
H Street Market
800 13th St NE
May 30, 2026
9am-12:30pm
Monroe Street Farmers Market
Bike resources, swag, brochures, trivia, and a cargo bike demonstration highlighting benefits, safety tips and more!
Monroe Street Market
716 Monroe St NE
June 6, 2026
9am-1pm
Foggy Bottom Farmers Market
Bike resources, swag, brochures, trivia, prizes and a spin bike for a fun, interactive experience!
Foggy Bottom Market
901 23rd St NW
June 10, 2026
3-7 pm
Biking Basics for Beginners
Have you recently learned how to ride a bike or still in the beginner phase in your pedaling journey? goDCgo is here for you! To get started, we want to build up your biking confidence by starting with the basics before turning this into a habit. Discover biking resources and tips for beginner-level riders and find the bike route for you!
Tips for Experienced Riders
As an avid cyclist, you already know the many benefits of riding a bike like saving time, money, and boosting your health and mood. But one thing you can never be is too safe! Brush up on bike laws in the District, keep up with bike maintenance, and learn about DC’s growing bike infrastructure.
EXPERIENCE DC ON TWO WHEELS
Download the New 2026 DC Bike Map
Explore all the bike-friendliness Washington, DC has to offer. The map is colorful and easy-to-read, making it a perfect guide for experienced and new riders to venture out and experience DC by bike.
DC bike maps can be picked up in person at a variety of DC bike shops including Conte’s Bike Shop, E-Mile, The Daily Rider, Bicycle Pro Shop, Silver Cycles DC, Trek, &, BicycleSPACE. Businesses, residents, visitors, and commuters can request a complimentary copy mailed to them by emailing [email protected].
Join the Bike Community
MAPS & TOOLS
Finding a good route is important when you are trying to get around metro DC by bike. Fortunately, there are apps and resources to help you find your way.
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Allows you to view all station locations and the number of available bikes and docks, purchase a pass, unlock a bike, and ride right away!
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The ultimate transport app that uses open data, mobile, and payment technology to make transport sustainable and hassle free; particularly useful for bike and dock availability.
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You’ll be able to get real-time information for all your mobility options anywhere and everywhere you go. Data is sorted by what’s most useful at the exact time and moment you open the app.
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Ride Report tracks your miles, maps your routes and awards ride streaks for your daily errands and commutes.
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A free app that helps you find optimal commuting options and earn cash and other rewards while you commute!
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Bike and scooter provider in the District
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Bike and scooter provider in the District
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Bike Arlington
An initiative of Arlington County, VA to encourage and enable more people to travel by bike more often.
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Bike Washington
The complete recreational biking guide to the Washington, DC area.
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Capital Bikeshare
The DC metro area’s bikeshare system available for use 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
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Dockless Bikeshare
Understand all your options when it comes to biking in Washington, DC.
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Dockless Vehicles Low-Income
DDOT requires operators to make dockless vehicles accessible to all Washingtonians.
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Mobility Lab
Source of research and best practices for advocates working to increase awareness about better transportation options.
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Washington Area Bicyclist Association (WABA)
WABA aims to create a healthy, more livable region by advocating for better bicycling conditions and by providing bike education to area residents.
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WABA Bicycle Crash Tracker
Report information about bike crashes to WABA to ensure fair treatment of cyclists involved in accidents.
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WMATA Bike & Ride
Information about bringing your bike on the Metrorail and Metrobus.
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Learn to Read a Bike Map
Read the DC Bike Map with Ease
If you’re new to cycling or plan to explore a new commute, understanding how to read a bike map is essential for a smooth and enjoyable ride. Bike maps are specially designed to help cyclists navigate routes, identify bike-friendly paths, and find key amenities. To help you explore the city confidently, we’ve put together a simple guide to understanding the DC Bike Map!