Bundle up for Winter Bike to Work Day

Kitchener is encouraging residents to discover the joy of winter cycling and give cold-weather biking a try at Winter Bike to Work Day.  

The celebration begins at 7:30 a.m. on Friday, February 13, 2026 at the Kitchener Cenotaph (corner of Frederick and Duke Streets). The a group bike ride will follow the newly opened separated bike lanes in the Downtown Cycling Grid, including the recent transformation of East Avenue. Everyone who participates will receive a free coffee or hot chocolate, and there will be special prizes for first-time winter cyclists. winter cyclists. Kitchener now maintains more than 300 km of separated bike lanes and trails, designed to keep people active year-round.  

With prizes, warm drinks and a supportive community ride, it’s the perfect moment to try winter biking and see how enjoyable it can be. 

Find out more about the City of Kitchener’s cycling infrastructure on our bike infrastructure page.