2026 Bike the Bridges | Bands & Brews

Martinez Waterfront Park

October 3rd, 2026

Let’s Ride! The 17th Annual Bike the Bridges | Bands & Brews is back in support of Special Olympics Northern California. Choose from 4 scenic routes and ride with local cyclists, businesses, community groups and Special Olympics NorCal athletes. At the finish line, celebrate with live music, food and drinks at Bands & Brews. Your support helps Special Olympics NorCal provide free, year-round programs for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and spark joy through the power of sports.

Bike the Bridges | Bands & brews

Martinez Waterfront Park

October 3rd, 2026

How to get Started

1. Register

Join hundreds of riders to make a difference in the lives of Special Olympics NorCal Athletes

2. Fundraise

We’ll help you through the fundraising process so you can hit those goals and hit the road for Bike the Bridges

3. Ride

Time to get out there and enjoy the beautiful ride from bridge to bridge

4. Celebrate

Back in Martinez, it’s time to sit back and try local brews and BBQ while rocking out to live music

The Ride

A ride like no other—featuring scenic routes through Bay Area backroads and over the Benicia-Martinez and Carquinez Bridges. Whether you’re cruising the 25-mile course or taking on the full Century, enjoy waterfront views, rolling hills and an unforgettable Northern California adventure.

The Bike Ride

Bands & Brews

Located at the beautiful Martinez Waterfront Park, Bands & Brews is open to the public. Enjoy live music, food trucks and brews – those 21+ can purchase a commemorative pint glass (while supplies last) and beer tickets for 16oz pours from local breweries.

Join the Fun