May is officially bicycle month in the Mankato area, and locals celebrate by participating in Greater Mankato Bike & Walk Month. Each day has its own exciting theme and programs like Bike and Walk to School Day, Bicycle Safety Rally and the Mayor’s Ride. Other scheduled events throughout Bike Month include the History Bike Ride (a ride through the historic districts), Valley Crawl (a pub crawl on bikes) and National Bike to Work Day. The event’s goal is to promote a healthier lifestyle and to raise awareness about bike safety.