Another incredible 10-Spot Ride! On the last Saturday of August, 265 people pedaled from Spot to Spot on a beautiful day in Newport, Rhode Island, the City by the Sea. All were invited into private courtyards, seaside retreats, and gilded gardens — to enjoy live performances, amazing food, and lots of camaraderie. The 2026 10-Spot… read more
2026 Candidates Respond with their Bike/Walk Visions
On September 4th, the following message was sent from Bike Newport to all candidates for Municipal Councils and School Committees, RI Senate, and RI House of Representatives for Aquidneck Island – Newport, Middletown, and Portsmouth. Thanks to all of the candidates who replied for taking the time to share their vision. Their responses appear below the question.… read more
The Sakonnet Coastal Bike & Stroll
Saturday, September 19th, 9:00am – Noon Grab your helmets, walking shoes, and sense of adventure — the Sakonnet Coastal Bike + Stroll is back on Saturday, September 19th, from 9 am to 12 pm. Led by the Island Park Coastal Community, in partnership with Bike Newport, this delightful community event invites everyone to enjoy the… read more
Full Moon Rides: April through October
Newport feels a lot different at night, especially in the silver glow of a full moon with the line of bike lights piercing the evening twilight and the drumbeat of waves lapping on the rocky shore. Our monthly Full Moon Rides – Sponsored by AARP Rhode Island have returned for the 2026 season. These scenic… read more
Prudence Island Ride is Rescheduled! New Date: Sunday September 27th
Let’s Ride Prudence Island! Ready for a cycling adventure a little off the beaten path? Join Bike Newport board members and friends for a day of exploring Prudence Island by bike on Sunday September 27! We’ll take the ferry from Bristol to Prudence Island, then set out to explore the island’s quiet roads, beautiful shoreline,… read more
Bike to the Amica Newport Marathon
Join the movement and enjoy the ride while helping reduce carbon emissions and traffic congestion! Read on for routes, maps, Park & Bike locations, and more. On Sunday, October 11th, runners and spectators are encouraged to ride bikes to the 2026 Amica Newport Marathon and Half Marathon – where racks provided by Bike Newport will… read more
Bike to the Newport Beach Fest
Join the movement and enjoy the ride while helping reduce traffic congestion! Read on for routes, maps, Park & Bike locations, and more. BFL Presents Newport Beach Fest September 5th, 12pm-5pm | September 6th, 2pm-7pm The Newport Beach Fest is proud to partner with Bike Newport and the “Get There By Bike” initiative to provide… read more
Annual Tour de Fright is October 29th
Shine your fangs, dust off your cape and join us to kick off Halloween with a boo-tiful FREE ride right through downtown Newport. Helmets and lights required, and bike-able spooky bike-safe costumes preferred. As always it’s an open event, so invite your ghoul-friends and pals. Creep it real. Aaaooooo! Thursday Oct 29th, 2026 Meet:… read more
Bike to the Induction Celebration
Join the movement and enjoy the ride while helping reduce traffic congestion! Read on for routes, maps, Park & Bike locations, and more. Induction Celebration at the International Tennis Hall of Fame Friday Aug 28th, 11am-10:30pm / Saturday Aug 29th 2pm-9pm The International Tennis Hall of Fame is a proud supporter of the “Get There… read more
Bike to the Tennis Wave
Join the movement and enjoy the ride while helping reduce traffic congestion! Read on for routes, maps, Park & Bike locations, and more. Tennis Wave at Bowen’s Wharf Aug 24th-26th, 12pm-5pm The International Tennis Hall of Fame, 11th Hour Racing, and Bowen’s Wharf are proud supporters of the “Get There by Bike” initiative, partnering to… read more
Bike to the Pell Bridge Run
Join the movement and enjoy the ride while helping reduce traffic congestion! Read on for routes, maps, Park & Bike locations, and more. On Sunday, August 30th, participants of the 2026 Citizens Pell Bridge Run are encouraged to ride their bike to Newport’s Gateway Transportation Center – where bike racks will be available and shuttles… read more
Bike to the Beach is Saturday, September 19th
Team Bike Newport is riding the 2026 Bike to the Beach Metric Century on September 19th to raise funds for our education programs and equipment for kids with autism and developmental disabilities.
Pliking in Newport: August 22nd
Join the Eastern Rhode Island Conservation District and Bike Newport for a morning of pliking! What’s Pliking? Pliking is picking up trash while biking! On this coastal cleanup ride you’ll bike, stop at key spots, grab litter, and keep moving. Simple, social, and productive. What to Expect Details: Saturday August 228:00 AM to 11:00 AMMeet… read more
Reporting In: 2026 Newport Folk & Jazz By Bike!
A celebration of living legends. international surprises, collaborative genre-defying icons, and modern grooves made the Newport Folk and Newport Jazz Festivals six days of awesome! Here are a couple of recent recaps to relive the memories: Newport Folk with Rhode Island Monthly and Newport Jazz with the Providence Journal. Another stunning success of Festivals 2026?… read more
August Happenings
From outdoor movies and concerts to group rides, classes, and our signature 10-Spot Ride, there’s something for everyone in August! See the full calendar of Bike Newport events this month.
Ocean Hour Farm – Bike Ride and Tour
A “First-Person Report” by Josh Weisz-Smith, Rogers HS Faculty Chair of the World Language Department I have been working with Bike Newport over the past few years in my capacity as World Language Department Chair at Rogers High School, collaborating to develop the “Ciclistas” program – providing bikes and gear to our Middle and High… read more
Fatality in City Crosswalk
Photo: John Miles performing with the Larry Brown Swinglane Orchestra. Photo excerpted from this report by WJAR-TV10. More about John Miles, gifted musician, HERE. As the Newport community mourns the death of the big-hearted local musician John Miles, discussions are underway about safety on our roads and prevention of such a tragedy. Miles was struck… read more
Bike to Rhode Island Philharmonic
Join the movement and enjoy the ride while helping reduce traffic congestion! Read on for routes, maps, Park & Bike locations, and more. Rhode Island Philharmonic Outdoor Concert August 9th, 5-8:30pm The Preservation Society of Newport County is a proud supporter of the “Get There by Bike” initiative, partnering to bring high capacity bike racks, routes,… read more
Bike to Beach Bash
Join the movement and enjoy the ride while helping reduce traffic congestion! Read on for routes, maps, Park & Bike locations, and more. Norman Bird Sanctuary’s Beach Bash July 29th, 5-7pm Bike Newport is proud to partner with Norman Bird Sanctuary to bring high capacity bike racks, routes, and other helpful information to Beach Bash!… read more
Bike to Roam Around Rough Point
Join the movement and enjoy the ride while helping reduce traffic congestion! Read on for routes, maps, Park & Bike locations, and more. Roam Around Rough Point July 18th, 11am-3pm Bike Newport is proud to partner with Newport Restoration Foundation to bring high capacity bike racks, routes, and other helpful information to their marquee event,… read more
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