If you've been considering cycling to work but haven't got around to it, or if you are a passionate cyclist, Wednesday 18 October is an exciting opportunity to leave the car or public transport behind and 'Ride2Work'.

National Ride2Work Day aims to raise awareness of the health and environmental benefits of cycling to work. Cycling is the most rewarding means of transport as it the cheapest, fastest and most satisfying. It is the only transport that allows you to get to work and stay active at the same time, whilst minimising your ecological footprint. 

Join us in celebrating Australia's commuter community at various Yarra events and festivities throughout the day. The day will include free bike health check-ups and repair kits, giveaways and prizes, food, drinks, entertainment and more. 

A list of free Yarra events are listed below. 

Rosina Auditorium at Abbotsford Convent, 1 St Heliers St, Abbotsford

• 7.30am to 9am
• Providing an array of free breakfast options, free bike health check-ups, spot prizes and family entertainment.
• The Mayor will be speaking at 8.30am.

Clifton Hill/North Fitzroy Community Bank (Bendigo Bank), 101 Queens Parade, Clifton Hill.

• 8am to 9am.
• Hosting celebrations, with giveaways including fruit, coffee cards and puncture repair kits.

Velo Electric & Folding, 753 Nicholson Street, North Carlton, Capital City Trail.

• 7am to 9am and 5pm to 7pm.
• Breakfast in the morning, and a gold coin donation drive with all donations going to ‘Bicycles for Humanity’ during both the morning and afternoon sessions. 

Velo Cycles,  815 Nicholson Street, North Carlton.

• 7am to 9am and 5pm to 7pm.
• Breakfast in the morning, and a gold coin donation drive with all donations going to ‘Bicycles for Humanity’ during both the morning and afternoon sessions. 

 Mountain Goat Brewery, 80 North St, Richmond.

• 5pm to 10pm.
• Hosting some Ride 2 Work festivities. 

If you're feeling motivated, find out more about National Ride2Work Day and get some tips to get cycling.