DOT celebrates ‘Biketober’ by cutting ribbon on first phase of Blissville Bike Network

By Shane O’Brien Posted on October 1, 2025

The New York City Department of Transportation (DOT) kicked off its annual celebration of cycling, known as “Biketober,” in Blissville on Wednesday morning by celebrating the completion of the first phase of the Blissvile Bike Network, which aims to bring comprehensive safety upgrades to Western Queens.

Biketober, which takes place every October, is the DOT’s annual celebration of cycling and sustainable transportation, taking place at a time when ridership is generally at its highest in New York City due to favorable conditions.