Children’s Museum of Southern Minnesota Hosting Community Bike Safety Event
The Children’s Museum of Southern Minnesota invites families to kick off the season with a morning of movement, learning, and excitement at its Bike Safety Clinic on Saturday, May 2, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Designed as a fun, hands-on experience, the Bike Safety Clinic helps children develop the skills and confidence they need to ride safely. Led by local safety experts, cycling advocates, healthcare professionals, and public safety partners, the event blends education with interactive play—making it easy for families to build lifelong safety habits together.
A major highlight of the event is the distribution of FREE bike helmets, generously supported by the Jeff and Roxi Lang Fund of the Mankato Area Foundation. Helmets will be professionally fitted by Scheels staff for children (while supplies last), ensuring proper protection and comfort. Families are encouraged to arrive early, as quantities are limited. This effort reflects a shared community commitment to making essential safety equipment accessible to every child.
Children are encouraged to bring their own bikes and explore a wide variety of interactive stations designed to build real-world skills. Throughout the clinic, children will learn how to properly fit and wear a helmet, perform basic bike safety checks, and practice riding techniques through obstacle courses and traffic-safety simulations. With guidance from friendly instructors, they will gain confidence using hand signals, understanding road rules, and improving visibility awareness.
At the heart of the event there is a strong network of community partners working together to create a meaningful and engaging experience.
“At Mankato Public Safety, our mission is to protect and serve while promoting safety and well-being across our community. Events like this bring together families, healthcare partners, public safety, and local organizations with a shared goal – helping kids stay safe. We’re proud to be part of a collaborative effort that ensures children not only have properly fitted helmets, but also the knowledge and confidence to ride safely,” said Justin Neuman, Commander at Mankato Department of Public Safety.
