River to Sea Bike Ride canceled due to weather

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The Wilmington Urban Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (WMPO) has canceled the 36th Annual River to Sea Bike Ride due to unsafe weather conditions.

The ride, which was scheduled for Saturday, May 2, was called off as inclement weather was expected to impact roadways across the region. Organizers said the decision was made with safety as the top priority.

“The WMPO’s priority is to safeguard the well-being of everyone involved,” the organization said in a statement.

There will be no rain date for this year’s event. Organizers confirmed that the 37th annual River to Sea Bike Ride is expected to return in early May 2027.

The WMPO thanked partners, sponsors, volunteers, and participants for their continued support and understanding.

Updates on future events will be shared through WMPO’s website and its Go Coast social media channels.