Cycling Santas MK 2026
Cyclists dress in Santa suits for a community mass ride travelling from Station Square up Midsummer Boulevard to The MK Rose in Campbell Park, before continuing along the Redways to Stadium MK. The gathering features live brass band music along with complimentary mince pies and clementines. Competitions and prize giveaways are held, including awards for the best-decorated bike.
What to Expect
Community Santa-suit cycle ride through Central Milton Keynes to Stadium MK.
Event Details
Ages
Children under 12 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult.
Neighborhood
Central Milton Keynes
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Cycling CitizensMK alliance
Food & Drink
Riders stop for a complimentary mince pie and clementine after the first ride leg.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and community cyclists
Vibe
Festive and communal
Energy Level
High
Budget
$
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Parking: Dedicated cycle parking near Stadium MK is limited; using lamp columns is at your own risk.
Tips & Advice
- Register to take part, and bring your own Santa suit or arrange to borrow or buy one for the ride.
- If you reserved a free loan bike, collect it from behind the trees on Station Square’s south side.
- Take care where the Redway route crosses roads; marshals are at most junctions, but riders remain responsible for cycling safely.
- For minor brake or gear adjustments or a puncture, take your bike to the back of the Cycle Saviours van on Station Square before the event.
- Allow for limited dedicated cycle parking at Stadium MK and remember that parking your bike at a lamp column is at your own risk.
Special Events & Promotions
- Free MK Dons tickets are available via the link on the Cycling Santas ticket.
- Free hire bikes can be requested, limited to 30.
- Ticket holders can get a Decathlon discount by presenting their printed ticket at the Rooksley store before the stated deadline.
- Join the Love to Ride app group “MK Cycling Santas 2026” for a chance to be picked in the prize draw.
- Prizes are awarded for the best-decorated bike and to organisations with the most people registered.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can take part in the ride?
The ride is open to all. Children under 12 must be accompanied by a parent or another responsible adult.
Do I need to wear a Santa suit?
Participants can bring their own Santa suit or borrow or buy one.
What happens during the ride?
The ride travels through Central Milton Keynes to the MK Rose, then continues along the Redway route to Stadium MK. There is a rest with mince pies, clementines and brass band music.
Can I get a bike for the event?
Free loan bikes are available, with a limit of 30. Collect reserved bikes from behind the trees on the south side of Station Square.
What should I know about cycling to Stadium MK?
There is limited dedicated cycle parking near the stadium. Other cycle parking is at your own risk, including using lamp columns.
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