Bike Week 2026
We’re delighted to confirm that we will once again be supporting dozens of events across Co. Westmeath as part of Bike Week in May 2026.
The week-long celebration of all things cycling takes place this year, between Saturday May 9th and Sunday May 17th.
Nationwide Events:
- Bike to Work Day – Wednesday May 13th.
- COW Day (Cycle on Wednesday) – Wednesday May 13th.
Schools, clubs, community groups and organisations, as well as local businesses, are invited to apply for funding to organize their own FREE Bike Week event during Bike Week 2026 in Co. Westmeath.
The exact type of event is up to each applicant, however, applications that focus on the following event criteria will be prioritised:
- The event MUST take place during 9th to 17th of May 2026
- The event must be FREE to take part in
- Fun Cycles (5k, 10k 30k etc.)
- Recreational/Leisure Cycling events focusing on including non-club members, the lapsed cyclist, families, beginners etc
- Slow Bike Races, Cycling Obstacle Courses, Nature Cycles, Cycle to School Days, Lunch Time Cycles, Cycling Games and Activities, Cycle To Work
- Focus on inclusion, non-competitive, community focus, family, local school participation
Available Funding And Application Forms
Funding is available to support events taking place in three different settings and the application form for each strand is available below. The process will take around seven minutes and the closing date for receipt of applications is midday, Wednesday 15th April.
Community Club, Groups or Organisation
A maximum of €300 is available for events which will be organized and supported by communities or in public spaces.
You can find out more on how to apply as a Community Club, Groups or Organisation by clicking on the PDF link below.
Schools
A maximum of €300 is available for events or training which will be organized and supported by schools.
You can find out more on how to apply as a school by clicking on the PDF link below.
Employers or businesses
A maximum of €300 is available for events which will be organized and supported by employers or businesses.
You can find out more on how to apply as an employer by clicking on the PDF link below.
Key dates
Closing date for applications is 12.00pm on Wednesday, April 15th.
Successful Applicants will be contacted on or before Monday April 20th.
Inspiration
We enjoyed supporting lots of fun events over the last few years encouraging people of all ages to get back on their bikes during Bike Week.
