Bike Newport’s popular Full Moon Rides are delighting riders every month! We’re grateful to AARP Rhode Island for once again sponsoring this enjoyable series of scenic evening group rides, and we look forward to welcoming first-time and returning riders alike as we soak-in the moonlit beauty of our city by the sea.
The Full Moon Ride coastal route will bring us past scenic harbor, bay, and ocean views – lit first by the setting sun, and then by the rising moon. We’ll ride 15 miles on Newport’s scenic roads and coastline, around the beautiful Ocean Loop, and along the mansions of Bellevue Avenue. These rides have limited capacity, so be sure to register as each date’s tickets become available. All of the 2023 dates are listed below!
Suggested Donation: $10 per Rider. Donations are not a requirement. Donations of all sizes are welcome, and support Bike Newport’s inclusive programs for bike safety education and advocacy. Thank you! We require all riders to kindly pre-register on Eventbrite for our ride-planning purposes. Riders must be at least 18 years of age. Registration is now open for the October 28th ride, our final ride of the 2023 season. Please bookmark this page in your web browser to refer back for all the relevant registration links, updates, and announcements.
2024 Full Moon Ride Dates: Mark your calendars!
- Worm Moon. Monday, March 25th
- Pink Moon. Tuesday, April 23rd
- Flower Moon. Thursday, May 23rd
- Strawberry Moon. Friday, June 21st
- Buck Moon. Sunday, July 21st
- Super Sturgeon Moon. Monday, August 19th
- Super Harvest Moon. Tuesday, September 17th
- Super Hunter’s Moon. Thursday, October 17th
All the Details:
20-30 minutes before the start of each ride we’ll gather at Equality Park on Broadway in downtown Newport, as marked by the star on the map, adjacent to Parlor Bar & Kitchen (at 200 Broadway). The ride lasts roughly two hours from departure, returning to our starting spot.
You can access the route here. The route begins at Equality Park.
Once we reach King’s Park, our coastal route will bring us past scenic harbor, bay, and ocean views – lit first by the setting sun, and then by the rising full moon.
• This ride is for 18+.
• This is a NIGHT ride. We will be riding on dark roads.
• A helmet, front headlight, and rear red blinking light are required to participate. Be sure your lights are well charged. Please also bring your water bottle, snack, and bicycle lock.
• Please check your air pressure, brakes, and gears to ensure your bike is in good working order before arriving. An air pump will be available at the start of the ride.
• Dress for the weather! We will cancel the ride if weather/road conditions are not safe and attempt a reschedule within 3 days. Keep an eye on our social media @BikeNewportRI and check this web page for updates.
• This ride traverses downtown streets, and is suited for riders comfortable riding with traffic.
Our special thanks to AARP Rhode Island for again sponsoring these popular Full Moon Rides!
When you register, you’ll be invited to “opt-in” for Bike Newport to share your contact information with AARP Rhode Island – our host and generous sponsor. Once you do, AARP will contact you to confirm your interest. This is a wonderful way to find out about other programs that might interest you.
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