TN Bike Walk Summit
In 2012, Bike Walk Tennessee organized the first Tennessee Bike Summit in Chattanooga, Tennessee. More than 125 Tennesseans gathered in Chattanooga to discuss topics ranging from regional planning to bicycle encouragement programs like “Ride to Work” day. Since then, the Summit has visited every major city in Tennessee and has grown into an annual event that regularly brings together cyclists and pedestrians, advocates, planners, engineers, and elected officials from across the state to share resources and best practices related to bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure, funding, education, outreach, and policy. Through a series of keynote presentations, breakout sessions, and mobile workshops, the Summit is a valuable educational and networking experience. In 2018, Bike Walk Tennessee changed the focus of the Summit to also include walking, changing the name to the Tennessee Bike Walk Summit and will continue to focus on walking AND biking at our annual Summit; this grows from a commitment to building streets that are safe and inviting for all people.
We are thrilled to announce that the 2023 Tennessee Bike Walk Summit will be held November 16-17 in Knoxville, Tennessee!
On Thursday, November 16, there will be a bike ride around Knoxville and a networking social at Barrelhouse by Gypsy Circus. The Summit will take place at the University of Tennessee Conference Center on Friday, November 17.
We will continue to focus on biking and walking at the Summit, building on a commitment to creating streets that are safe and inviting for all people. We believe that our communities are stronger and more economically vibrant when people walk and bike, and we support a bright future for our great state. The Summit is an incredible opportunity to network and learn, and we hope you'll join us!
Please note that Knoxville is very busy in the fall season with the prevalence of University of Tennessee football. We encourage those who plan to attend the Summit to book accommodations early.
We believe that our communities are stronger and more economically vibrant when people walk and bike, and we are proud to build on the success of past Summits, as we support a bright future for our great state!
