Limerick Rolls - a free, family cycle and street festival - takes over Davis Street and a 5km city centre route on Saturday 16th May.
Limerick Rolls will transform Davis Street into a pedestrian festival hub from noon. At 2pm a casual group cycle will depart from Davis Street and travel a 5km circular route through Limerick's most iconic streets - crossing both the Thomond and Shannon Bridges, running along the River Shannon, and passing through the heart of the city before returning to Davis Street for a final celebration.
The event is open to people of all ages and abilities. No prior cycling experience is required. No registration fee. No barriers. Just Limerick's streets, its people, and a city taking part in the Joy of Cycling.
What to Expect on the Day
The day begins at noon on Davis Street, which will be closed to traffic from early morning. The host on the day will be Will Leahy, with children’s activities, street food, local cycling club stalls all operating from midday.
The centrepiece is Limerick Rolls Parade, departing Davis Street at 2pm and led by The Bang Bike - a Belfast-based mobile festival DJ who cycles and performs simultaneously.
Participants will travel the 5km route through Parnell Street, Mungret Street, Broad Street, Nicholas Street, Thomond Bridge, Clancy Strand, Shannon Bridge, Bishops Quay, Lower Cecil Street, O’Connell Street, Barrington Street and Pery Square before returning to Davis Street.
A dedicated children’s activity zone will offer a bike decorating station, balance bike try-out track, and cycling games.
A free bike maintenance and safety station will be available throughout the afternoon, and an adapted and accessible bike showcase will be in place on Davis Street.
To support participation from across the city, guided group cycles will travel into the city centre from Mayorstone Quarry Park (departing at 12:30), Castletroy Park (12:00) and Mungret Park (12:00), led by experienced bike leaders. Participants will also have the option to cycle home as part of a guided group at the end of the event at 5pm.
At a Glance
- What: Limerick Rolls Bike Week 2026 Flagship Event
- When: Saturday 16th May 2026, 12pm–5pm (Parade 2pm–3pm)
- Where: Davis Street (hub) + 5km City Centre Parade Route
- Admission: Free. All ages and abilities welcome.
Mayor of Limerick, John Moran, said:
“Bike Week is an important annual event in Limerick, offering people of all ages and abilities an opportunity to experience the benefits of cycling in a welcoming and supportive way,” adding that it brings communities together and highlights cycling as part of everyday life across the city and county.
Speaking about the flagship event, Príomh Chomhairleoir of Limerick City and County Council, Councillor Catherine Slattery, said:
“Limerick Rolls captures the fun spirit of Bike Week, bringing people together on bikes in the heart of the city and promoting cycling as a social, accessible and enjoyable way to move around Limerick.”
Limerick City and County Council Director General, Dr. Pat Daly, added:
“Limerick has a proud tradition of embracing active travel, and Bike Week gives us the perfect moment to celebrate that. We encourage every Limerick resident to come out on Saturday and be part of it.”
Event page: https://www.limerick.ie/discover/whats-on/sport/limerick-rolls-city-centre-street-party-group-cycle
