Calgary, Alberta — April 14, 2026
Alberta Bike Swap returns to Calgary as a one-day, non-profit community event where cyclists and families can safely buy, sell, and donate bicycles. What sets the event apart is what matters most to attendees: every bike is tech-checked for safety and rideability and also verified against stolen-bike databases using their proprietary Bicycle Swap Software.
Survey data from past events shows that safety and trust are the primary reasons people attend. Every bicycle undergoes a mechanical inspection to ensure it is safe to ride, while serial numbers are checked against real-time bike ownership databases to reduce the risk of stolen bikes entering the event.
“People want confidence when they’re buying a bike,” said the organizers. “Knowing every bike has been checked for safety and screened through bike ownership databases makes our events a trusted place to buy, sell, and donate.”
Alberta Bike Swap events support CAN-BIKE, Canada’s only recognized and standardized cycling education program. Proceeds and partnerships from the event help fund legitimate safe cycling initiatives across Western Canada, contributing to increased rider confidence and safer streets.
This trusted swap brings together riders of all levels, quality bicycles, and over 100 strong local partnerships. The event continues to grow as a reliable alternative to informal marketplaces, offering a structured, transparent, and community-driven experience.
Event Schedule:
08:00–14:00 – Consign your bike
14:00–14:30 – Peace of Mind Preview*
14:30–17:00 – Buy a bike
08:00–17:00 – Donate a bike
Stolen bikes are a concern, and this event addresses it directly. Anyone with a police report is invited to do an escorted preview lap before public opening. It is the only time the full inventory is available on the floor at once.
Join Calgary Bike Swap to rehome great bikes, find your next ride, and support CAN-BIKE safe cycling in the community at Vivo for Healthier Generations 11950 Country Village Link NE on May 2nd.
Alberta Bike Swap is a non-profit, community-led initiative delivering large-scale, one-day bicycle consignment events. Using proprietary Bicycle Swap Software, each event ensures bikes are safety-checked and verified, creating a trusted marketplace that supports cycling accessibility and education.
Media Contact:
Chris or Laura Grant (yes, it’s just the 2 of us)
Email: marketing@albertabikeswap.ca
Phone: (403) 999-1983
