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May2023 | Issue 17

THE RIDE GUIDE

Happy National Bike Month!


May is National Bike Month!

This month showcases the many benefits of biking and encourages more people to get active. The City of Morgan Hill is celebrating with some exciting events. We hope you join us for all the fun!


  • Open Streets Morgan Hill | Saturday, May 13, 2023 | 9am to 1pm | Downtown Morgan Hill | More Information
  • Bike to Wherever Days – Energizer Station| Friday, May 19, 2023 | 1pm-4pm | More Information


Visit our website for additional information about events happening in Morgan Hill and how to get involved!



Morgan Hill Bike Map

Open Streets: Morgan Hill


May 13th, 2023 | 9am - 1pm

Downtown Morgan Hill

Monterey Road between Main Avenue and 4th Street


Join us in Downtown Morgan Hill as we close the road to vehicle traffic and enjoy activities and entertainment along Monterey Road. Walk, Bike, or roll through Downtown and enjoy the businesses, restaurants, Farmers Market, and Sidewalk Saturday events taking place nearby.


Programs, Activities, and Entertainment

  • Live music by Shand Walton Band and The Soft Lights Band
  • Bike Rodeo
  • Chalk Art Zone (Morgan Hill Library Culture and Arts Commission)
  • Imagination Mobile (Santa Clara County Library District) 
  • Face Painting (Morgan Hill Youth Action Council)
  • City Booths (Morgan Hill Parks & Rec, Environmental Services, and more!)
  • Aloha Fun Center Mobile Skate Rental (Sponsored by the Morgan Hill Chamber of Commerce and City of Morgan Hill Economic Development Department)


Road Closure Information

The City of Morgan Hill is hosting an Open Streets event in Downtown Morgan Hill on Saturday, May 13, 2023. Monterey Road between Main Avenue and 4th Street will be closed from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Depot Street and the Downtown parking garage will be open and accessible.


For more information visit

Open Streets: Morgan Hill Event | City of Morgan Hill, CA - Official Website

Why is Biking Important?


National Bike Month is a time to encourage the community to get active and ride their bikes. If you're wondering what biking can do for you, here are some of the many benefits when riding a bike or staying active.


  • Boosts Mental & Physical Health
  • Environmentally Friendly
  • Improves Balance, Posture, and Coordination
  • Great Low Impact Workout
  • Saves Money on Gas, Parking, & Car Maintenance

Bike-Friendly Business Program -  

Spotlight your Bike-friendly Business here.


Are you a local business owner looking to promote biking in Morgan Hill? Join our program and have your business highlighted in the monthly Ride Guide and on our City of Morgan Hill social media channels.

For more information on the Bike Friendly Business Program click here

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