May 2025 Grand Valley Bike Month Schedule
Interested in volunteering with the City of Grand Junction Urban Trails Committee to count bikes and pedestrians this May? Email micromobility@gjcity.org to learn how to get involved.
Family Events
May 2, 4 p.m.
Lunch Loop Trail Head
Ride from designated start points to the Monument Trail celebration at the Lunch Loop trail head to try out this new multi-modal addition, experience the chain breaking, and try different food trucks.
Join the group ride departing from outside City Hall at 3:20 p.m.
Event Website
May 4, 4:30 p.m. - 6 p.m.
TBD location
The new Intro to Mountain Biking class gives riders age 9-12 a chance to practice various riding techniques, shifting, braking, and navigating obstacles on the trail. They will also learn how to share local multi-use trails with hikers and runners.
Class meeting locations will vary and be shared via email prior to class.
May 6, 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.
261 Ute Avenue, Grand Junction
Have a bike but don’t know what to do if it breaks? Whether you already own a bike and want to learn how to keep it in top condition, or you're in need of a bike to call your own, this clinic is perfect for you.
May 7
May 10, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Sherwood Park
Learn about bike safety with the City of Grand Junction and the Regional Transportation Planning Office. Free for the whole family! First 600 kids receive a goodie bag.
May 10, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Grand Junction Union Depot, Grand Junction
Come get a sneak peak of Grand Junction's former train station, while learning about historic restoration, the history of the railroad, and how bikes and trains can work together in the modern day.
Group Rides
May 12, 5:30 p.m.
Las Colonias Park, Grand Junction
Meet by the Western Colorado Botanical Garden. We will pedal the full Monument Connector, plus South Camp for the Redlands Loop.
Riders are welcome to join a post-ride social at Ramblebine following the ride.
Every Friday in May
Bring your bike and meet at 544 Rood Avenue (corner of 6th & Rood). Check Instagram for the theme.
May 16, 7 - 9 a.m.
Grand Junction City Hall (250 N 5th Street)
Ride on over to City Hall in the morning to enjoy some free burritos, coffee, and more!
COPMOBA Dig Days
May 17, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
18 Road Trailhead North Fruita Desert, Fruita
Come help address maintenance issues at the North Fruita Desert. This session will be led by COPMOBA member John Howe.
May 19, 5 - 8 p.m.
Lunch Loops Monument Road, Grand Junction
Come help address maintenance issues at the Lunch Loops trails. This session will be led by Dirt Mermaids co-founder and COPMOBA member Sam Parker.
May 31 - June 1, 12 p.m. - 12 p.m.
18 Road Trailhead North Fruita Desert, Fruita, CO
Volunteers ages 14+ will help build the final segment of the North Fruita Desert Trail. VOC first assisted in the trail’s construction in 2022, and now we’re returning to complete the last 3-mile segment! Designed primarily for mountain bikers, the trail will also be open to hikers and horseback riders.
Breakfast and lunch will be provided on Saturday and Sunday, along with dinner on Saturday.
Bring your own dinner for Friday night and enough snacks for the weekend.
Free campsites are available on Friday and Saturday nights, and we recommend arriving at base camp before 8 PM on Friday.
Races and Festivals
May 2-4, 2025
One of the nation's longest running, non-race mountain bike events; focused on celebrating bikes, gear and trails.
- Location I: 18 Rd / Bookcliffs Trail System
- Location II: Downtown Fruita Outdoor Recreation Expo.
May 3
Highline Lake State Park
One of the most beloved endurance events on the western slope with a fast and fun singletrack lap in Highline Lake State Park, it's a great race to kick off the season.
May 3rd
325 E Aspen Ave, Fruita
The Co2uT features five courses of 30, 50, 75, 100, or 125 miles, fully stocked aid stations, and marked routes offer you an exceptional gravel experience.
May 9-10
Downtown Grand Junction, CO
Live bike racing action over two days, Rides & Vibes is your chance to cut loose and celebrate our amazing cycling and music community.
May 10
North Fruita Desert Trailhead, Fruita
An unforgettable desert adventure with the Sarlacc Attack Mountain Bike Races combining stunning desert scenery, world-class singletrack, and just the right amount of challenge to kick off your mountain biking season.
May 11, 9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
North Fruita Desert Trailhead, Fruita
The Dirty Edge takes you on a thrilling 50K gravel adventure through the stunning North Fruita Desert, where you’ll navigate smooth gravel paths and rugged canyons framed by the breathtaking Book Cliffs.
May 17
275 CR 222, De Beque
More than a race, cyclists will enjoy a country cookout, campfires, live local music, and camping accommodations.