Families, cyclists and anyone looking to spend more time outdoors are being invited to dust off their bikes and head along to two free community events as Bike Fest returns to Moray for 2026.

The popular cycling festival will make its first stop at Cooper Park in Elgin on Sunday 28 June before returning later in the summer at Alice Littler Memorial Park in Aberlour on Sunday 30 August.

Running from 12pm until 3pm at both locations, the events are designed to encourage people of all ages and abilities to get active, build confidence on two wheels and discover the benefits of cycling.

Visitors can expect a wide range of activities throughout the afternoon, with everything from obstacle courses and guided rides to bike maintenance checks and BMX sessions on offer.

One of the more unusual attractions will be the smoothie bike, which allows participants to power a blender using nothing more than their own pedal power to create a healthy fruit drink.

Organisers are keen to make the events as accessible as possible and will have bikes available for some activities, removing one of the barriers that can often stop people from getting involved.

People attending will also have the opportunity to try a variety of adapted bicycles, including tandems and cargo bikes, giving more people the chance to experience cycling in a way that suits their needs and circumstances.

Importantly, there is no need to book in advance, with all activities completely free and open to the public.

The return of Bike Fest comes as Moray Council and its partners continue work on Active Moray, a new strategy aimed at making physical activity and sport a more natural part of everyday life across the region.

The initiative recognises the important role that walking, wheeling and cycling can play in improving physical health, supporting mental wellbeing and reducing reliance on car journeys for shorter trips.

Chair of Moray Council’s Education, Communities and Leisure Services Committee, Councillor Kathleen Robertson, said:

“It’s great to see Bike Fest return for 2026, and it’s a fantastic opportunity for people of all ages and abilities to get active, build confidence on a bike and enjoy local green spaces.

“As well as being a fun day out, it highlights the wider benefits of walking, wheeling and cycling, active travel for short trips can improve physical and mental wellbeing and help create healthier, more sustainable communities.”

Bike Fest is being organised by Moray Council’s Active Travel team in partnership with Outfit Moray, Get on a Bike, Elgin Sports Community Trust Mountain Bike, Tyred n Cranky and Moray CAN.

With summer now underway and many families looking for affordable activities to enjoy together, organisers are hoping the events will encourage more people to discover the simple pleasure of getting on a bike and exploring their local communities.

For further information, email activetravel@moray.gov.uk