Norwalk Bike/Walk Commission

Name: Norwalk Bike/Walk Commission
Address: 137 East Avenue, Norwalk, CT, US
Telephone: 203-854-7776

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We support bicycling and walking as safe, accessible, and sustainable forms of transportation and recreation that increase the City of Norwalk's livability and economic vitality, and improve public and environmental health.

10/06/2026

Norwalk parents and teachers: help your school walk, bike & roll!

National Walk, Bike & Roll to School Day is tomorrow, October 7 but your school can celebrate any day this October. Whether it’s a longtime tradition or your first event, this is a chance to get students moving, connect families, and start conversations about safer trips to school.

The Norwalk Bike/Walk Commission’s one-page toolkit makes getting started easy, with walking, biking, and e-bike safety resources to share with families.

Planning a school event October 19–23? We can help with:
➡️ Youth helmets and safety giveaways.
➡️ Volunteer support for helmet fittings and educational materials.
➡️ A bike safety presentation.

📧 Parents and teachers: want to get your school involved? Contact [email protected] for the toolkit and planning support.

Let’s make October the start of year-round walking, biking, and pedestrian safety learning!

Norwalk Public Schools

09/30/2026

🌿 Connecticut’s trails connect more than places, they connect our people and communities. This Friday, October 2, head to for the 8th Annual CT Trail Symposium!

Spend the day exploring ideas that can help strengthen trail networks here in Norwalk and across Connecticut, including:

🚲 Connected bicycle and pedestrian networks
♿ Accessible and inclusive trails
🌱 Sustainable trail design and stewardship
🤝 Community partnerships and funding
📊 The CT Trail Census and CT Trail Finder

The day also includes networking, an afternoon bike tour or guided hike, and evening film screenings. Registration opens at 8 a.m., with the program beginning at 9 a.m.

👉 View the agenda and register:
https://cttrails.uconn.edu/symposium/

Tag someone who cares about better trails, safer connections, and more accessible outdoor spaces!

Norwalk River Valley Trail UConn Bike Walk Connecticut Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection (DEEP) Yale University Southern Connecticut State University

09/29/2026

What should the future of our regional trails look like? 🚲👟🦽🌿

A major planning and design initiative is underway to connect trails across Western Connecticut, including the Norwalk River Valley Trail. The larger vision is a continuous 55-mile trail system connecting seven communities from Norwalk to New Milford.

For Norwalk, the project would advance plans for the NRVT between Broad Street and the Route 7/15 interchange.

Now is your opportunity to share what matters most to you:

🚲 Safe and comfortable biking
👟 Better walking and running connections
🦽 Accessible trail design
🌳 Connections to parks and communities
🗺️ A more connected regional network

Take the public survey: https://westernconnecticutregionaltrail-stantec.hub.arcgis.com/

Español: Se está planificando una red regional de senderos que incluiría el Norwalk River Valley Trail. Complete la encuesta pública y comparta sus ideas sobre seguridad, accesibilidad y conexiones comunitarias. Encuentre el enlace en nuestra biografía.

09/25/2026

🚲 Your trip to NICE Fest can be part of the fun!

Bike or walk along the Norwalk River Valley Trail to the 10th Annual NICE Festival:

🗓️ Saturday, October 3
⏰ 12–8 p.m.
📍 Oyster Shell Park
🎟️ Free admission—rain or shine

When you arrive, look for the Norwalk Bike/Walk Commission tent along the trail near the bridge entrance (next to the new sign). We’ll provide FREE bike valet parking so you can enjoy the music, food, art, and culture without worrying about your bike or searching for a parking space.

Want to help make Norwalk safer and more accessible for people walking, biking, and rolling? Stop by our tent to meet the Commission and learn how you can volunteer, participate in upcoming programs, or share your ideas.

💚 Save this post and send it to the person you’re bringing to NICE Fest!

Questions or interested in getting involved? Visit the link in our bio.

09/20/2026

🥾 Step into a healthier week and meet some neighbors along the way!

Join the Norwalk River Valley Trail and Norwalk Health Department this Monday for a refreshing community trail walk.

📅 Monday, September 21
⏰ 9:30 AM
📍 Mathews Park Gate House, 295 West Ave.

Bring a friend, the kids, or your four-legged walking buddy, all walkers are welcome!

09/16/2026

Help us shape the future of trails in Norwalk & Western Connecticut!

WESTCOG is seeking community feedback on the Western Connecticut Regional Trail Project, it's an initiative designed to connect the Norwalk River Valley Trail, Still River Greenway, Maybrook Trail, and New Milford River Trail as part of a continuous 55-mile regional trail system.

Here in Norwalk, the project would advance design plans for the Norwalk River Valley Trail between Broad Street and the Route 7/15 interchange.

➡️ Learn more and take the survey:
https://westernconnecticutregionaltrail-stantec.hub.arcgis.com/

Whether you walk, bike, roll, run, commute, or enjoy local trails with your family, your experience matters. Take the public survey and tell the project team what would make this trail network safer, more accessible, and more useful for our communities.

Please share this post with your neighbors and fellow trail users!

Western Connecticut Council of Governments

07/31/2026

Headed to the 2026 SoNo Arts Festival in South Norwalk this weekend?

Ride your bike or walk instead of driving and let the Norwalk Bike/Walk Commission park your bike for free at our secure Bike Valet at 50 Washington Street Park, near the festival’s main action.

🚲 Avoid circling for paid parking and traffic.
🚶‍♀️Enjoy a safer, more sustainable way to get to a car‑free arts weekend.
🚲 Support our mission to make walking and biking safe, accessible, and convenient in Norwalk.

Bike to the festival and follow signs to Bike Valet near 50 Washington Street. Check in your bike with our volunteers and get a claim ticket. Go enjoy the art, music, kids’ activities, and then pick up your bike when you’re ready to roll home.

07/30/2026

Meet your newest Bike/Walk Commissioner, James Dignoti!

James was officially sworn in at City Hall with Mayor Smyth and the City Council, we’re excited to have his energy and ideas to make our streets safer and more connected for everyone in Norwalk.

The Norwalk Bike/Walk Commission meets on the first Monday of each month at 6:00 PM, and our next meeting is coming up on Monday, August 3rd at 6:00 PM. Join us to learn more about ongoing projects, share your ideas, and be part of the conversation about walking and biking in our city.

Mark your calendar, spread the word, and help us welcome James in the comments. What’s one thing you’d like to see improved for people who walk or bike in Norwalk?

06/12/2026

Pride in the Park is THIS Saturday, 2–8 PM at Veterans Memorial Park in Norwalk! 🌈🚲 Ride your bike and use our FREE Bike Valet.

Volunteers needed for 1–2 hr shifts, message us if you're available to help.

Triangle Community Center CT Pride

05/22/2026

Last week’s Bike to Work Day at Merritt 7 was proof that when people show up on two wheels, it adds up to real change. 🚲💚

We’re grateful for every rider, walker, and commuter who stopped by our Norwalk Bike/Walk Commission table to say hello, grab coffee, and talk about safer streets in our city. Thanks to you, cyclists walked away with tune‑up coupons worth about $100 each from our local partner SmartCycles, supporting well‑maintained bikes is one of the simplest ways to keep everyday riding safe and enjoyable.

We’re also excited to announce that we had SIX raffle winners, who will each receive a rear‑facing camera for their bike or scooter. Rear cameras and lights help riders stay more visible and aware of traffic conditions.

Events like Bike to Work Day do more than fuel one morning commute: regular bike commuting is linked with better cardiovascular health, lower risk of chronic disease, reduced stress, and improved mental well‑being, while cutting emissions and noise on our streets. Choosing a bike for even a few trips a week can significantly shrink your transportation carbon footprint and help make neighborhoods cleaner and quieter for everyone.

To everyone who came out: thank you for being part of a growing movement to make Norwalk safer, healthier, and more connected for people who bike and walk. If this picture inspires you, consider riding to work, to transit, or to your errands once this week, share your ride and tag us so we can keep celebrating the momentum together.

City of Norwalk, CT CTrides Merritt 7

Address

137 East Avenue
Norwalk, CT

Telephone

203-854-7776

Website

http://www.norwalkbikewalk.org/

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