The World Naked Bike Ride (WNBR), an international event celebrating positive body image while raising awareness of cyclist’s rights and vulnerability while on the road, returns to The Grove neighborhood of St. Louis on Saturday, July 25. The clothing-optional bike ride is known for its dress code of “as bare as you dare” with riders participating in a spectrum of dress and undress.
The World Naked Bike Ride rolls though the Grove. Courtesy of World Naked Bike Ride
St. Louis remains one of the largest World Naked Bike Rides of the participating cities across the globe, drawing roughly 2,500 riders in 2025. WNBR draws participants from all around the region, including Nashville, Chicago, Springfield and Kansas City.
“WNBR is a one of a kind magical unicorn of an event. A protest, a festival, a parade, a seminude gathering, and a bike ride all in one. Most importantly, WNBR is a celebration of bodies and cycling,” said ride organizer and HandleBar owner/founder Tatyana Telnikova. “While some may criticize the event as lewd or controversial, everyone who has ever been knows that WNBR is only about bikes and body positivity, acceptance and respect for oneself and each other. We are not advocating public nudity on a daily basis, but once a year, we make a point to promote body acceptance, so please, ‘bare’ with us!”
The festivities will begin at 4 p.m. with DJs, live music, street vendors, body painting, and contests awarding multiple categories for the best themed “costumes.” The ride leaves The Grove at 6 p.m. and returns around 8 p.m. (The 10 mile route will soon be posted to www.wnbrstl.org.) During the ride, entertainment will be provided for the non-riding spectators. When riders return, free spirits will fill the streets with dancing and positive vibes as the crowd enjoys musical entertainment by local DJs, drag and burlesque performers, fire spinners and other beautiful talent of all shapes, sizes and colors.
WNBR Sponsors include: 4 Hands Brewing Company, The Grove Community Improvement District and Handlebar.
