Take A Kid Mountain Biking

Discover the thrill of mountain biking together!

Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day is nationwide event held annually on the first Saturday of October. Established in 2004 by the International Mountain Biking Association (IMBA) and recognized by Congress, this day is dedicated to introducing young people to the exhilarating sport of mountain biking. Over the years, more than 100,000 kids have discovered the thrill of the trails through this initiative.

On October 5th, join Grapevine Parks and Recreation, in partnership with Grapevine Police Department, DORBA (Dallas Off-Road Bicycle Association), and Southlake REI, for an exhilarating day at Horseshoe Trails. Grab your helmet, bicycle, and gear, and come join the fun!

Saturday, October 5, 2024
9:00 am — 11:00 am

McPherson Slough Park Horseshoe Trails trailhead
2500 Catfish Lane, Grapevine, TX
https://gograpevine.com/event/takeakidmountainbikingday/
Cost: Free

*No registration is required.

History of Take A Kid Mountain Biking Day

The International Mountain Biking Association, IMBA’s Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day (TKMBD) is celebrated annually on the first Saturday in October. In 2023, TKMBD is on Saturday, October 7th.

Created in 2004 and recognized by the U.S. Congress, TKMBD introduces the joy of mountain biking to the next generation. Hundreds of thousands of youth have discovered and celebrated the joy of pedaling two wheels on dirt at TKMBD events. Many have gone on to become passionate riders, volunteer trail advocates, and even high school mountain bike racers.