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WABA Offering Free Valet Bike Parking!
Thanks to the generous support of America Bikes, Dero Racks, The District Department of Transportation, and WABA members, WABA will be providing two bike valet stations at the Inaugural event. Just ride your bike to one of our free bike valet stations, hand the attendant your bike, and get a claim ticket with a number that matches the number on the ticket attached to your bike. Your bike remains safe with WABA's trusted attendants.
As an added bonus, commemorative spoke cards and valet claim check tickets will be available free of charge to everyone who uses the bike valet. While supplies last.
Read the official press release from WABA>>
Check out a map of security zones and bike routes>>
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the bike valet be available Sunday, January 18th?
Where can I ride on Sunday, January 18th?
Where can I ride on Inauguration Day?
Are the bridges open to cyclists?
Where are the bike valets located?
What happens if the weather is bad?
I'm new to biking in DC, do you have any safety tips?
What are the best bike routes to take to the valets?
Do you have tips for cold weather riding?
Where can I park my car and ride in?
Where can I get more info on the inauguration?
Want to volunteer, join or donate?
Will the Bike Valet Be Available Sunday, January 18th?
The bike valet and the bike racks that will be used for the valet will not be available until January 20th.
Where can I ride on Sunday, January 18th?
For this information please view the road closures and parking restrictions PDF from the District Department of Transportation
For more updates visit the District of Columbia's Inauguration website.
Where Can I Ride That Day?
With so many road and bridge closures in Washington, DC the best way to get around the city will be by bike. Seeing as how it can be hard to visualize where you can bike by looking at a long list of street closures we have created a GoogleMap to help you plan your day. Additionally, we have compiled a few suggested bike routes for folks who may not be used to biking into Washington, DC from Maryland or Virginia.
Please note this map is subject to change and will be modified up until the inaugural event to provide the public with the most accurate information possible regarding bicycling in DC on January 20th.
Are the bridges open to cyclists?
To our knowledge, ALL BRIDGES WILL BE OPEN TO CYCLISTS. The Memorial Bridge has been designated for bikes and pedestrians only, but the sidewalks on all other bridges will be open to cyclists and pedestrians.
Where are the Bike Valets Located?
WABA will be providing two free valet locations, one north and one south of the Inaugural event.
How Long are the Valets Open?
North and South valet stations will be open from 7 AM to 5 PM.
What happens if the weather is bad?
In the event of heavy rain or snow there will be no bike valet parking. However, all the bike racks at the north and south locations will be available to lock to for those cyclists that choose to bike to the inaugural event. Check www.waba.org before the event for up to the minute information.
Should I RSVP?
Thinking about biking to the Inauguration? Fill out this simple RSVP form to help us get a better idea of how many bikes we can expect on January 20. Although RSVPing is not necessary in order for you to use the valet, it will help us provide plenty of parking for everyone. RSVP Here>>
Are the Valets Free?
Yes. WABA is offering this service free to the public as a way to encourage more people to ride that day. however, WABA relies heavily on the support of local cyclists to continute the fight for better bicycling. Consider joining or making a donation today.
Can I Bring a Bike Trailer?
All bicycles are welcome at the bike valet. Other accessories such as trailers and panniers are also welcome.
Where can I find bike maps?
Want to create your own route to the Inaugural? Are you bicycling from Baltimore? Check out the links below to plan your own route to the Inaugural.
- Washington, DC Bicycle Map>>
- Arlington, VA Bicycle Map>>
- Alexandria, VA Bicycle Map>>
- Montgomery County, MD Bicycle Map>>
- Mid-Maryland Bicycle Map>>
- Baltimore to Washington Bicycle Route>>
- Other Bike and Trail Maps>>
- DC Area Bike Commuter Routes>>
I'm new to biking in DC, do you have any safety tips?
Use our safe cycling page to get there safely! Click here to go to the WABA safe cycling page>> There will be an influx of buses in Washington on January 20th so check out our PDF on truck and bicycle safety to stay safe while navigating around larger vehicles. Click here to view the Truck and Bicycle Safety PDF>>
What are the best bike routes to take to the valets?
WABA has created a Googlemap with suggested routes to take to each of the valets. Click here for more details.
Do you have any tips for cold weather riding?
At WABA we always say there is no such thing as bad weather, just bad clothing. Check out page 31 of our Safe Bicycling Guide for tips on how to dress for the cold. If you need better gear, one of the many amazing bike shops in the area can help you out.
Where Can I Rent A Bike?
Bike Rentals will be available at the following locations:
What about Smartbikes?
According to Clear Channel the following Smartbike stations will not be in service from January 16th through the 22:
Foggy Bottom
Farragut Square
McPherson Square
Metro Center
Gallery Place
Judiciary Square
Please visit www.smartbikedc.com for further updates.
Can I take my bike on Metro?
Starting January 17th through January 20th, bicycles will not be allowed on Metrorail. However, bikes will be allowed on the front of Metro Buses. For information on how to put your bike on the front of a bus, click here.
For more information about Metro's plans for Inauguration day visit the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority web site.
Click here for more information about Metro >>
Where Can I Park My Car and Ride In?
Most Washington area bike trails have parking lots available. Check out the individual trail maps here.
Who is sponsoring the valets?
America Bikes America Bikes believes bicycling can improve the economic prosperity and quality of life in American communities by ensuring access to jobs, goods and services regardless of income, age or ability. visit the web site>>
Dero Racks: Dero Bike Rack Company designs and manufactures innovative bike parking for streetscapes, campuses, LEED & long-term parking, and custom projects. Exceptional customer service, high-quality domestic manufacturing, and bicycle-friendly design remain core values to both Dero and our growing customer base across many industries. Dero Bike Rack Company is based in Minneapolis, Minnesota and proudly supports bicycle advocacy at the local, state, and national level. visit the web site>>
Where can I get more info on the inauguration?
Street closures, emergency information, prohibited items and other spectator information.
Click here to visit the District of Columbia's Inauguration web site>>
Want to vOLUNTEER, Join, or Donate?
WABA would not be able to provide this service without the generous donations from WABA members and the local cycling community.
Send us an e-mail to volunteer to park bikes at the Inauguration>>
Click here to learn more about becoming a WABA member>>
Click here to read press about the bike valet service>
Click here for tips on how to prepare for the Inauguration>>
The inaugural bike valets are made possible through the generous support of:
