Bike to Work Month

2026 No Pollute Commute Bike to Work Challenge

Pedal like our climate depends on it! The 2026 No Pollute Commute Bike to Work Challenge encourages Rhode Islanders to reduce CO2 emissions in our state by commuting to work and school by bike instead of by car. Are YOU up for the challenge?

This month-long Bike Challenge encourages Rhode Islanders to reduce carbon emissions by riding their bikes to work. It’s free to participate. Just create an account on Drive Less RI, ride your bike, log your trips and see how you are making RI a greener state! The more bike trips you record, the more chances you have to win!

There will be weekly winners and a grand prize winner.

No Pollute Commute 2026 – Celebration Stations

During Bike to Work Month, our Drive Less RI transit ambassadors will host a pop-up table to greet two-wheeled commuters! Stop by the Drive Less RI table with your bicycle for a complimentary snacks, an awesome Bike to Work T–shirt and a chance to win some great raffle prizes!

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 | 6:00am – 9:00am
Memorial Park, South Main St. and College Hill, Providence

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 | 6:00am –9:00am
East Bay Bike Path entrance, 29 Warren Ave., East Providence

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 | 4pm – 6pm
Providence Amtrak Station, 50 Park Row West, Providence

Friday, May 15, 2026 - BIKE TO WORK DAY
6:00am –9:00am | Providence Innovation District Park City, across from Plant City on the Michael S. Van Leesten Memorial Bridge
TBD | Newport City Hall, 43 Broadway, Newport, RI - sponsored by Bike Newport

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 | 6:00am – 9:00am
Providence Innovation District Park City, across from CIC on the Michael S. Van Leesten Memorial Bridge

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 | 6:00am – 9:00am
Providence Innovation District Park City, on the Michael S. Van Leesten Memorial Bridge

Wednesday, May 27, 2026| 4pm – 6pm
No Pollute Commute Closing Party. Location TBD.

Why participate?

Get active and start a new healthy habit.
Reduce your carbon footprint.
Participate as a bike community and see the power of togetherness!
Win prizes just for riding your bike!
Have fun—the most important part!

New to Biking to Work?

You don’t have to be an experienced bike commuter to participate!

We’ve got Bike Buddies ready to help you feel comfortable commuting by bike.

Bike Buddies are bicycling enthusiasts who have volunteered to show newbies how to get started.

How do I connect with a Bike Buddy?

It’s easy! Create a profile on Drive Less RI and then follow these directions:

Go to the trip planner by selecting the “Find Rides” option.
Choose the type of trip you’re looking for (Commute, Single Trip, or Events & Destinations).
Enter your origin and destination. If you select a "commute" trip, locations will be pre-filled with the information you entered in your profile.
Select the “Bike route” mode.
Select the “Buddies” option.
You’ll now be able to see other members who are interested in being a Bike Buddy! Reach out to them directly and get pedaling.