A month-long national cycling challenge encouraging families, schools and businesses to log bike rides, reduce carbon and enjoy local routes across Kingston. Free to join and supported by Love to Ride and City of Kingston.
Ongoing activity
1230 Nepean Hwy, Cheltenham VIC 3192, Australia
Free
Biketober is a friendly, month-long cycling challenge designed to get families riding, logging bike rides and discovering sustainable transport options. Organised by Love to Ride and supported by City of Kingston, it’s a simple way for busy parents to encourage active kids, track progress and be in the running for prizes while exploring local cycling routes.
Expect a welcoming community campaign that suits bike beginners, regular riders and school-aged children alike. The tone is relaxed and family-friendly so parents can feel confident bringing less experienced riders along for short, manageable trips.
Throughout the month you’ll be able to log bike rides, see carbon savings and set simple goals using the Love to Ride platform. City of Kingston hosts free lead-up community rides and sessions to build skills and confidence before the main campaign, making this a great chance to introduce kids to cycling safety and fun.
It’s flexible and low-pressure: you can ride once, daily or whenever it suits your family schedule. Families can enjoy local loops, school-run alternatives and weekend adventures — all promoting cycling, healthy lifestyles and sustainable transport in Kingston.
Biketober is open to individuals, families, schools and local businesses who want to encourage cycling and sustainable transport. The activity emphasizes inclusivity and practical skill-building for school-aged children while keeping safety front of mind for parents.
Key practical details include:
- Suitable for: school-aged children and parents, all abilities welcome
- How to participate: register as an individual, school or organisation and log rides via Love to Ride
- What to bring: bikes in good working order, helmets, water and basic tools
The campaign runs throughout October with a series of free lead-up events and community rides across Kingston. Participation is free and sessions vary in length to suit family schedules and school commitments.
Events and rides are held across the City of Kingston, using local parks, shared paths and family-friendly streets. Meeting points for individual rides and sessions will be listed on the event pages and Love to Ride sign-up information.
Transport options include public transport to main meeting hubs and plenty of local bike-friendly routes. Families can plan short loops suitable for younger children or longer rides for experienced family riders, making it easy to fit into the school run or weekend plans.
If you need accessibility information or have specific access questions, contact Kingston Customer Care for assistance. The City of Kingston office is based at 1230 Nepean Hwy, Cheltenham, and staff can advise on best meeting points and inclusive options.
Safety comes first: helmets must be worn by all riders, children should be supervised by a responsible adult, and bikes should be checked for brakes, tyres and lights before joining any ride. The program encourages safe cycling behaviour and awareness of local road rules.
Parents should consider skill-appropriate routes for younger children and bring snacks, water and sun protection. Rides take place in varying weather, so dress in layers and check local conditions before leaving home.
Biketober promotes sustainable transport and healthy lifestyles, but participation is at your own risk; organisers recommend family members have appropriate insurance and emergency contact details on hand.
Participation in Biketober and the City of Kingston community rides is free. Registration is typically completed online via the Love to Ride platform or through the City of Kingston events listings, and you can register as an individual, school or business.
Bookings for specific lead-up sessions or community rides may be required due to capacity, so check the event listing for sign-up instructions and any parking or meeting point details. Keep an eye on the City of Kingston events page for updates and additional sessions.
If you need help registering or have questions about free events and accessibility, contact Kingston Customer Care by phone or via the council’s contact options. The campaign aims to make cycling easy, fun and accessible for families across Kingston.
