Bike To Work Day 2023 Includes Burke Stop

BURKE, VA — As the weather warms up, more people may be trading in commutes by car to bike to work. The DC region's 22nd annual Bike to Work Day will encourage local commuters to bike and score some freebies along the way on Friday, May 19.

The annual event held by the Commuter Connections and the Washington Area Bicyclist Association features bike stops around the region with giveaways, food, and beverages. In addition, the first 15,000 people to register for Bike to Work Day get a free T-shirt, and all registered participants are entered to win a free bike.

The event promotes biking as a low-cost, environmentally-friendly commuting option. DC area commuters who are returning to in-person or remote working will notice congestion on the roads as driving continues to be a popular commuting option.

"Bike to Work Day brings together our local communities while promoting a healthy, fun commuting alternative that helps reduce traffic congestion on roadways that are getting crowded once again," said Nicholas Ramfos, director of Commuter Connections.

Over 100 pit stops will be held around the DC region, including one in the Burke area:

• Burke Centre VRE Station: Burke Centre VRE Station, near the train platform. 10399 Premier Court, Burke, Virginia 22015. 6:30 a.m. to 9:15 a.m.

There are other stops planned in Fairfax County, including:

• West Springfield Government Center: 6140 Rolling Road, West Springfield, VA 22152. 7 a.m. to 9 a.m.

Participants can typically only receive freebies at one pit stop they choose when registering. Register for Bike to Work Day at www.biketoworkmetrodc.org.

Along with hosting Bike to Work Day, Commuter Connections provides resources for regional commuters who bike, carpool, vanpool, walk or take transit, including a Guaranteed Ride Home program.