The previous World Naked Bike Ride for Melbourne, Australia was March 1 2026, details for the 2027 World Naked Bike Ride in Melbourne, Australia, are not yet available.
Location: Lincoln Square, Lincoln Square South, Carlton VIC, 3053, Australia - Duration: 4 hr 15 min.
- Participation: Approximately 150 cyclists.
Before the big day
You don’t have to be naked if you feel uncomfortable, after all the ride is “as bare as you dare”. The idea is to use nudity to help us be seen by drivers – and for them to take notice that we are sharing the road.
There is no requirement to register before the day, you can just turn up. If you would like to indicate via our Facebook event that you will be attending, this helps us with our planning, but this is entirely optional.
We are riding in a public place. You need to accept that you may be photographed before, during and after the ride. Please refer to our photo policy on our website.
Here’s a checklist to make sure you have everything you need:
- Bike – check that your tires have enough air and if you haven’t ridden for a while, take your bike around the block to make sure it’s functioning well.
- Bike hire if required – details are in FAQs.
- Skateboards, scooters, roller blades and runners are not permitted, sorry.
- Power assisted bikes (e-bikes category only) may be used provided they are legally permitted to be ridden on roads in Victoria.
- Helmet – this is mandatory and you must wear it. No helmet, no ride. Really.
- Shoes – bare feet are not a good idea when riding a bike.
- Body paint – bring your own paint and brushes, and think of some creative slogans to paint on yourself or others, in keeping with the theme of the ride. We are anticipating that there may be 1 or 2 experienced body painters at the Meeting Area. It would be polite to offer them a small donation for their efforts. Even more fun is to bring your own paint and brushes, and ask someone nearby if they would mind painting your slogan onto your body. Don’t be shy!
- Water to drink on the ride – riders will not be permitted to go into any shops along the ride to purchase drinks, you need to carry your drinks with you on the ride. You may wish to add a purpose designed drink holder to your bike, available from bike shops. Drinking water will be provided in small quantities by us at the Meeting Area for you to refill your water bottle. Please arrive with your water bottle already filled.
- Sunscreen.
- Bathers or small garment should be taken on the ride in case you need to leave the ride for any reason eg, puncture, breakdown.
- A bag to put your stuff in on the bike – a bike bag is great for keeping your bathers or undies, keys, wallet and phone safe.
- Horns, bells or whistles – be loud and cheerful.
- Music making device – play some funky tunes.
- Cash or credit card (contactless payment) if you would like to donate to keep the ride going – you do not have to donate, but we really appreciate it as the ride costs real $$$ money to organise. You will need to pay for your own food and drinks if you are coming to the after ride celebration.
- A wash-cloth or sponge to remove or wash off excess body paint if you are coming to the after ride celebration. We need to respect the venue.
- A broad smile, because you will want to wear it!
- Please note that drug use or intoxication are not permitted.
The Meeting Area will be Lincoln Square, corner of Lincoln Square North and Bouverie St, Carlton, Victoria.
Google Maps… https://goo.gl/maps/xrHEAhoLmCajUxu36
Please check out their website for any changes to the location or day https://wnbrmelbourne.com.au/?fbclid=IwAR3-eDSLX3DaeMO97nHragYUrlpvgHvGhYeeslBNWNNInWLbSEtFLLCnpDY
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