We can't wait to see you at the 15th Annual NC BikeWalk Transportation Summit!
September 17-19, 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront
(100 Charlotte Ave, Carolina Beach, NC 28428)
The 2026 NC BikeWalk Transportation Summit will bring together stakeholders from around the state who are interested in advancing safe roads and healthier, more equitable communities. Summit participants will hear from national, statewide, and local leaders on how to make transportation safer and more equitable for all users, especially active transportation users (people who walk, bike, use wheel chairs, adaptive devices, and other forms of micro mobility) The Summit will include active and off-site session options.
Our 2026 Summit's webpage will be continuously updated as speakers and agenda are confirmed.
Who Should Attend?
Anyone who cares about safe roads, healthy communities, and mobility in all stages of life, and who wants to be a part of the solution to our current transportation challenges, including: elected officials, transportation planners and engineers, developers, non-profit groups, bicycling groups, health care workers, bicycle/pedestrian professionals, trail and greenway consultants, advocates, and others.
We will offer AICP credits.
Choose Your Price Registration!
To keep the Summit as equitable and inclusive as possible, BikeWalk NC will maintain the popular Choose Your Price Summit fee structure. Suggested prices are listed for each type of attendee; however, what you pay is your decision.
BikeWalk NC Membership Included
Summit registration includes a complimentary 1 year membership to BikeWalk NC (a $30 value), and supports the work of BikeWalk NC to improve road safety for all users.
Accommodations and Directions
Visit our Summit page for the latest updates on accommodations, directions to the event, and information on hotels offering special rates for overnight stays.
The 2026 NC BikeWalk Transportation Summit will take place in Carolina Beach, NC, with sessions hosted at the Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront, along with additional offsite educational and social opportunities.
A room block has been secured for Summit attendees at the Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront. Reservations at the group rate can be made using the links below:
Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront – $254/night + tax
Start Date: Thursday, September 17, 2026
End Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
The special group rate is available until Tuesday, August 18, 2026. If you have questions or need assistance with your reservation, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
POST-SUMMIT WORKSHOP
Traffic Bicycling for Transportation Professionals
The Traffic Bicycling class (click here for more info) is oriented toward transportation engineers, planners, and law enforcement, but open to all adults. This intensive 9-hour on-bike training course teaches best practices for bicycle operation in urban traffic. Participants improve their understanding of effective traffic negotiation techniques and relevant traffic laws while enhancing their bike handling skills and increasing their confidence. Common bicyclist crash types are examined in the context of operator behavior. Implications for transportation planning, facility design, and law enforcement are discussed. Students will receive certification for completing League of American Bicyclists Smart Cycling Class, which is a prerequisite for LCI certification. The class is taught by Master LCI Instructor Steven Goodridge, and includes both classroom and on-bike portions. Steve has taught this class at previous Summits and it always receives rave reviews. (AICP credits for planners have been applied for) The class is offered at a special rate of $50.
If you have any difficulty registering, please try another browser or email outreach@bikewalknc.org.
