Winter Bike to Work Day 2027

Station host sign-up opens Thursday, Nov. 12. Sign-up information will be posted here.

About Bike to Work Day

Held Feb. 12, this year's event will mark the the 20th annual Winter Bike to Work Day. Bike to Work Day events are intended to encourage new bicycling habits, reward existing cyclists and provide an opportunity for participants to make connections with local businesses that support bicycling.

During Bike to Work Day, local businesses host breakfast and/or snack stations located throughout the City, distributing free breakfast, coffee and other snack-type treats to people who arrive by bike. Some stations host games, trivia and general camaraderie, all of which are encouraged to help establish a unique identity to breakfast stations, especially among repeat station hosts.

FC Moves, a City of Fort Collins work group, coordinates the event, plans station locations and helps connect businesses with one another. Businesses provide food and staff or volunteers for a smooth, fun day of bicycling fun.

Bike to Work Day Goals

1. Encourage the habit of biking to work or wherever.
2. Encourage new bicycle commuters.
3. Celebrate existing bicycle commuters.
4. Strengthen Fort Collins’ bicycling culture.
5. Highlight local businesses that support bicycling.

Commitment

• Assign one (1) person to be the Main Station Contact/Lead Station Organizer.
• Assign one (1) person or small team to be designated participant counters.
• Promote Bike to Work Day to business customers and employees.
• Minimum operating hours of 7 to 9:30 a.m. for morning stations or 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. for afternoon stations.
• Provide staff or volunteers to help distribute refreshments.
• Ensure public right of ways offer at least 4 feet of clearance at all times.
• Provide bicycle racks or a designated space for bicycle parking.
• Ensure station is safely and easily accessible for bicycles.
• Provide food, beverages, snacks, and other incentives for at least 150 people.
• Set up tables or display space for refreshments and giveaways.

Station Host Flyer(PDF, 648KB)

Station Host Toolkit(PDF, 1MB)

Free breakfast: Stop at any station for complimentary food and drinks while supplies last. Each station offers its own menu and setup.

Friendly vibes: Expect smiles, waves and plenty of camaraderie on Fort Collins’ busy trails and bikeways.

Follow the rules: Ride safely and courteously.

• Obey all traffic laws and posted dismount zones.
• Use an audible signal and pass on the left.
• Slow down — trail courtesy speed is 15 miles per hour.
• Signal turns and stops.
• Visit the Bike Education page for more tips and resources.

All riders welcome: Bike to Work Day is for everyone — from first-time riders to daily commuters. Be patient, ask questions and help each other out.

Plan for the weather: Bring water, sunscreen and dress in layers (or cold-weather gear for Winter Bike to Work Day).

Ride anywhere: Participation isn’t limited to commuters — any destination counts!

Be counted: Take the quick survey at each station to help us track participation and improve future events.

Get tuned: Some stations feature local bike mechanics for quick safety checks.

Friday, February 12, 2027

Morning stations: 7-9:30 a.m.

Afternoon stations: 3:30-5:30 p.m.

Bike to Work Day stations will pop up all around the community in the morning and afternoon to offer cyclists, scooterists and pedestrians free breakfast or afternoon snacks.

Is your bike due for a little tune-up? Many Bike to Work Day stations feature local bike mechanics offering free safety checks and small adjustments to keep your ride smooth and comfortable.

• Free safety checks: Many stations include local bike mechanics offering complimentary inspections and minor adjustments.
• Comfort boost: Mechanics can fine-tune brakes, gears, and tires to help your ride feel smoother and safer.
• Bigger fixes: If your bike needs more work, mechanics can identify issues and refer you to a local shop for full service.
• First come, first served: Expect quick tune-ups only — major repairs can’t be completed during the event.
• Find a mechanic: Check the Station Map when it’s posted — stations with mechanics will be clearly marked with a special icon.

Joining Bike to Work Day is simple — just choose an active, car-free way to get around and enjoy the ride.

Go car-free: Ride a bike, walk or run — any active mode counts.

No bike? No problem: The Fort Collins Bike and Scooter Share program is an easy, affordable option.

• Download the SPIN app to unlock shared e-bikes or e-scooters to join the event.

Know the rules:

• E-scooters are not allowed on paved or unpaved trails.
• E-bikes are allowed on paved trails but not permitted on unpaved trails.