Central Florida will host the ninth annual BIKE 5 event on October 25, 2025. Organized by Bike/Walk Central Florida, the ride aims to promote safer and more connected streets for cyclists across the region.
BIKE 5 features two route options this year. The new 10-mile BIKE 5 Main Streets Ride highlights local neighborhoods and business districts in South Orlando and Downtown Orlando, focusing on recently improved cycling infrastructure. Riders will pass through City District, Thornton Park, The Milk, Mills 50, Ivanhoe Village, and Audubon Park.
The flagship BIKE 5 Cities route covers 30 miles through Orlando, Winter Park, Eatonville, Maitland, and Casselberry. This option can be completed as a guided or self-guided ride and includes trails and neighborhood streets designed to showcase bike-friendly connections in Central Florida.
“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, said: “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.”
Local governments including the City of Orlando, City of Winter Park, City of Maitland, Town of Eatonville, and City of Casselberry are collaborating with Bike/Walk Central Florida on this event. Their investments in infrastructure aim to improve accessibility for cyclists while supporting public health and economic growth.
Registration information is available at https://bikewalkcentralflorida.org/bike5/. Advance registration is encouraged; walk-up registration will be offered if space allows.
Bike/Walk Central Florida has advocated for safer streets since its founding in 2010. The organization works toward making active transportation options more accessible throughout the region by partnering with local stakeholders.
