Central Florida will host the ninth annual BIKE 5 cycling event on October 25, 2025. Organized by Bike/Walk Central Florida, the event aims to promote safer and more connected streets for cyclists across the region.
The event features two ride options this year. The new 10-mile BIKE 5 Main Streets Ride highlights neighborhoods such as City District, Thornton Park, The Milk, Mills 50, Ivanhoe Village, and Audubon Park. This route demonstrates recent improvements in cyclist infrastructure connecting South Orlando and Downtown Orlando.
The flagship BIKE 5 Cities route covers 30 miles through Orlando, Winter Park, Eatonville, Maitland, and Casselberry. Riders can choose between guided or self-guided options along trails and neighborhood streets designed to showcase bike-friendly areas.
“BIKE 5 isn’t your typical cycling event,” said Anna Strasshofer, Events Manager at Bike/Walk Central Florida. “It’s not about racing or setting records. It’s about experiencing our cities at a casual pace, connecting with fellow riders in small groups, and learning how we can all help make Central Florida’s streets safer and more welcoming for people on bikes. This ride is a show of support for bike-friendly routes and real local living, where education, community, and mobility come together.”
Emily Bush, Executive Director at Bike/Walk Central Florida added: “The BIKE 5 route, both the 30-mile option and the new main streets ride, shows us how far we have come in creating connected, comfortable streets and trails that get us from City to City. We still have some work to do to truly create safe and accessible places for everyone, from 8 to 80, to ride, feel safe and enjoy. The purpose of the event is not only to show people where they can comfortably ride, but to push for those connections and build a community that makes it easy for everyone to have access to active transportation options in their community.”
This year’s event is supported by partnerships with local governments including the City of Orlando, City of Winter Park, City of Maitland, Town of Eatonville, and City of Casselberry. These collaborations focus on improving infrastructure for cycling accessibility with benefits for public health and the economy.
Bike/Walk Central Florida has worked since 2010 to advocate for safer streets throughout the region by encouraging active transportation choices such as walking or biking.
More information about registration is available at https://bikewalkcentralflorida.org/bike5/.
