Southern Forests & Valleys Rainbow Rides -

Sunday 4th October 2026
(Multiple Dates Between Sunday 4th October 2026 & Tuesday 6th October 2026)


4 - 6 October 2026 | Balingup, Bridgetown & Pemberton

Get on your bike and join the fun as the Southern Forests & Valleys Rainbow Rides bring three free community cycling events to Balingup, Bridgetown and Pemberton in the lead-up to the 2026 UCI Gravel World Championships in Nannup.

Designed for families, locals and visitors, the Rainbow Rides are about much more than cycling. Each event will combine a relaxed community gravel ride with a lively Event Village featuring kids’ bike activities, face painting, entertainment, local food and community activities, creating plenty to see and do even for those who aren’t taking part in the ride.


The three community events will be held across the Southern Forests & Valleys:

BALINGUP

  • Sunday 4 October 2026: 9am–12noon
  • 14km community ride commencing at 10am

BRIDGETOWN

  • Monday 5 October 2026: 9am–12noon
  • 15km & 8km community rides commencing at 10am.

PEMBERTON

  • Tuesday 6 October 2026: 2pm–5pm
  • 15km community ride commencing at 3pm.

Whether you’re a regular cyclist, getting the bikes out with the kids, or simply looking for a great free family event, everyone is encouraged to come along, enjoy the atmosphere and be part of the excitement surrounding one of the biggest international cycling events to come to the region!

The Rainbow Rides are also a great reason to spend some extra time exploring each town - grab something to eat, visit local businesses and discover more of the Southern Forests & Valleys while you’re here.

The events are FREE, however registration is preferred.

For full event details and to register, visit the Southern Forests & Valleys Rainbow Rides website.

Come for the ride, stay to explore!


This event is proudly delivered in partnership with South Forests & Valleys.

Event Details

Time: Varies by day / location

Location Balingup

Cost: FREE (registration preferred)

Category: General, Sports & Recreation, Arts & Craft, Food & Drink, Music & Live Entertainment, Activities & DIY

Type: General, Free Events

Audience: Suitable for Everyone

  • Casual

    This is a casual, informal event

  • Creativity & the Arts

    This event focuses on creativity and various forms of art

  • Food & Drink

    This event focuses on food and drinks

  • Free

    This event is free to attend

  • Health & Wellbeing

    This event focuses on health and wellbeing

  • In-person

    You can attend this event in person

  • Nature & Environmental

    This event focuses on the nature and the environment

  • Outdoor

    This event takes place outdoors

  • Social

    Includes parties, concerts, festivals, etc.

Event Date(s)

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