The Bike Everywhere Challenge is Here

May is Bike Month and Ride Together Pierce is offering $20-$50 prize drawings for those who ride their bike during the Bike Everywhere Challenge in May.

All you have to do is ride your bike to a destination 10 times (or five roundtrips) in May, log those trips on the trip calendar and you will be automatically entered to win.

You can participate individually or join a team for some friendly competition! Keep an eye on the leaderboard–the top performing bike teams win a pizza party!

Check RideTogetherPierce.com/Bike for tips and tricks on traveling by bike, local bike groups and the Pierce County Bike Map.

You are Invited to Transit Trivia

Celebrate Ride Transit Month this June by testing your transit knowledge at the free and family-friendly Transit Trivia on Tuesday, June 9 at Mikey's Public House and Frog Bar (former location of Zeeks Pizza) on Pacific Avenue in downtown Tacoma. Trivia starts at 5:30 p.m. so please arrive early. There will be food, giveaways and guaranteed fun. This event is hosted by Ride Together Pierce, Pierce Transit and Tacoma On the Go.

Registration is now open! Register yourself and/or your team in advance. If desired, we can pair you with a friendly team.

Let us know if you're coming on Facebook (optional).

Spanaway Transit Center Temporarily Closed

On April 27, Spanaway Transit Center temporarily closed for approximately three months for a Pierce County sewer extension project. Pierce Transit Route 1 and Stream Community Line will not serve the Spanaway Transit Center or the southbound bus stop near 8th Avenue East for the duration of the construction project. Alternate Park & Ride lots are located at the Roy Y Park & Ride and Parkland Transit Center.

Intercity Transit Major Service Change

On Sunday, May 3, Intercity Transit launched a redesigned bus network that brings more frequent buses, faster travel times, more direct routes, and expanded service to new areas.

Take Transit to FIFA Soccer Events This Summer

This June and July, Seattle is hosting six FIFA World Cup 2026 soccer matches at Seattle Stadium (Lumen Field). Seattle is expecting nearly 750,000 visitors in town for the matches, which will heavily impact our transportation system. Now is a good time for fans to become familiar with public transportation options to the Tacoma Fan Zone at the at the Puyallup Tribe of Indians’ Headquarters and Seattle Stadium for gameday activities.

Sound Transit to Fall Service Changes

In the fall of 2026, Sound Transit plans on the following Express Route changes:

• Shorten Route 574 to end at Federal Way Downtown Station instead of SeaTac/Airport, increase service frequency to 15 minutes for most of the day, and add a new stop at Lakewood Station to replace the current Lakewood Transit Center stop.
• Discontinue Route 580 from South Hill to Puyallup. Riders can use Pierce Transit Route 400 or park at Puyallup Station.
• Discontinue Route 586 between Tacoma and the University of Washington - Seattle campus. Riders can use Routes 577, 578, 590, 594, and 595 (or Sounder S Line) and Link 1 Line or 2 Line, with service to the University of Washington. 
• New overnight service from 1 - 5 a.m. between Lakewood and Seattle via SeaTac.

Tacoma On the Go Events

Tacoma On the Go's (TOTG) popular walk events are in full swing. Take a look at their upcoming events:

• Women’s Impact on Tacoma: Past, Present, and Future: TOTG will be hosting their next walk on Wednesday, May 13, 6 - 7 p.m. at Tollefson Plaza in downtown Tacoma, exploring the stories and contributions that have shaped the region across generations.
• Bike Everywhere Day: Stop by TOTG's celebration station on Sunday, May 17, 12 - 3 p.m. at People’s Park in Tacoma for treats, resources, safety gear, and a self-guided scavenger hunt. Complimentary basic bike tune-ups and low-cost helmets will be available.
• Bike to the Market: Ride your bike to the Broadway Farmer's Market on Thursday, May 21, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. in downtown Tacoma and stop by the TOTG booth to receive a $5 token to use at the market!

Sound Transit Special Event Service

Catch the Sounder train on these special event days:

• Sunday. May 17: Mariners vs. San Diego Padres
• Sunday, May 31: Mariners vs. Arizona Diamondbacks

Completed Construction Projects Improve Walking and Rolling in Lakewood

Recently completed construction projects make it safer for walkers and rollers to access more parts of Lakewood:

• Nyanza Road (pictured on the right) is now open to all road users. The road features a reconstructed surface, new street lighting, two enhanced crosswalks and sidewalks on both sides, and completes the final segment of the Gravelly Lake Bicycle/Pedestrian Loop.
• 112th Street has also completed renovations including improved sidewalks, bike lanes, street lighting and a reconstructed roadway.

Tacoma Street Initiative Project Updates

The City of Tacoma is making great progress on a few Tacoma Streets Initiative projects including:

• East Roosevelt Avenue Arterial Improvements: A new crosswalk and signal have been added in front of Roosevelt Elementary School to increase safety and visibility (pictured on the right). 
• 6th Avenue Pedestrian Crossing Safety Improvements: New sidewalks have been added at the intersection of 6th Avenue and South Sprague Avenue, along with a pedestrian island at Division Avenue and 6th Avenue.
• Historic Water Ditch Trail: New sidewalks have been added to South Tacoma Way between South Pine Street and Sprague Avenue in addition to a shared-use path, pedestrian crossings and islands and much more.