Clothing Optional, Weirdness Mandatory: Portland’s Naked Bike Ride Returns!

Yes, Portland, Oregon, is weird. And, while some residents want the city to move away from the “weird” stigma, others want to keep promoting it - in the nude.

Portland Bares All (Again): Naked Bike Ride Rolls Out in Full Weirdness

Whichever side of the weird you land on, you have to admit, Portland’s annual World Naked Bike Ride is the weirdest of them all. Not only because participants are naked, but because the Portland event attracts the most participants, and it is hands down ass out - the biggest naked bike ride in the world. That’s a lot of weirdness, considering there are over 100 naked bike rides globally.

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Gears, Cheers, and Rear Ends: The Naked Bike Ride Returns to Portland

Personally, riding my bike naked with thousands of other people is probably out of my comfort zone, but I admit it sounds intriguing and, well, weird. I guess it’s all in the cause. You see, public nudity is illegal in Oregon, so how do 10,000+ participants get away with it each year (excluding last year – they had organizational challenges in 2024)? Well, if the event is permitted as a legal protest, all bets (clothes) are off. You see, it’s legal to protest in the nude under Oregon law. And, protest they do – against big oil and other environmental causes. They also promote body positivity – all shapes and sizes are welcome to participate.

As I mentioned, after a year off, Portland’s World Naked Bike Ride will return to the streets of the Rose City this summer.

According to pdxwnbr.org, the first ride is in July. However, Keep-portland-weird.com notes, there are two rides: one in July and another in August. I’ve listed both dates below, but if you plan to participate, do your homework to confirm the dates with organizers. Here’s the list of knowns and unknowns of the event(s):

Date: Saturday, July 26, 2025, and Saturday, August 9, 2025

Time: To be announced

Route: To be revealed closer to the event

Dress code: “As bare as you dare” – nudity is encouraged but is not required.

Cost: FREE

Mode of Transportation: Bikes, skateboards, rollerblades, or any other human-powered mode of transportation.

Organizers say it’s more than just a ride and a protest; it’s a community event featuring art, body painting, music, drinks, and food. For all the weirdness info, go to pdxwnbr.org.

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