Go For A Ride Day

Celebrate Go For A Ride Day on November 22 — a cheerful invitation to hop on any mode of transport and simply enjoy the journey.

History of Go For A Ride Day

The holiday’s exact origins are informal and not tied to a specific founder. It’s been observed annually on November 22 and is connected to several transportation-industry milestones on that date: in 1904 a key motor patent, in 1927 a snowmobile patent, and in 1977 the start of regular commercial flights by the Concorde.
Over time the day evolved into a playful and inclusive reminder to step away from routine, get moving, enjoy the open road (or path or track) and embrace the simple joy of motion.

Why is Go For A Ride Day important?

This day is important because it encourages stepping outside normal daily patterns, reminding us of the freedom that movement brings—whether through scenic drives, bike rides, train trips or spontaneous excursions. It helps break the autopilot of daily life and invites renewed awareness of the world around.
It also honours how transportation and mobility broaden our experiences, connect us to places we might not otherwise see, and support wellbeing through motion and fresh perspectives.

• It gives permission to slow down and enjoy the ride rather than focus only on the destination.
• It invites people of all ages and fitness levels to join in—rides can be simple or adventurous.
• It encourages exploration: new routes, new people, new scenery.
• It reminds us of how motion and transport shaped our lives, communities and freedoms.
• It supports wellbeing: fresh air, shifting surroundings and a change of pace can invigorate mood and creativity.

How to Celebrate (or Observe) Go For A Ride Day

Observing Go For A Ride Day is as flexible as you like—pick your favourite ride or try something new. It could be a leisurely bike ride through your local neighbourhood, a scenic drive with a playlist and no strict destination, or even trying a mode of transport you haven’t used before (kayak, scooter, train). Transport becomes the occasion, and movement itself the celebration.
Emotionally, this day becomes an invitation to connect—with friends or family while moving, with nature or urban landscapes, or simply with the feeling of motion and change. Use the day to notice surroundings, conversation, and the ride experience itself.
Here are five ideas to get started:

• Choose a new route for your bike or car—somewhere you haven’t been before.
• Take public transport or a scooter/skateboard instead of driving your usual route.
• Invite a friend or family member to ride with you and make it a shared outing.
• Pause mid-ride to appreciate a view or landmark you might usually pass by.
• After the ride, reflect on how the change of pace felt and what you noticed differently.

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