The Bicycle Coalition of Maine stays busy with events all year round to connect with as many pedestrians and people on bikes as possible in a variety of ways. We seek to educate adults and children about bike/ped safety through presentations and courses, host interactive demonstrations that advocate for improvements to bike/ped infrastructure, provide valet bike parking at local events, and organize gatherings and group rides to raise awareness and enthusiasm about our mission.
To see what the BCM is up to this year, check out our 2024 Event & Program Guide!
The event calendar below lists our upcoming events and those hosted by our partners and supporters. Check it out, and join us as we strive to make Maine better for biking and walking!
Club Rides
Busytown Bikes/Maine Cycling Club Sunday Afternoon ride
D paced ride (14 mph). Course length varies. Suitable for beginner to intermediate riders.
PVC Wednesday Night Ride
The Wednesday Night Ride is an “A” group ride that begins at the South Portland High School Parking lot on Highland Avenue at 5:30pm. Pace is dictated by group, but plan for a hard ride most nights. The route traces much of the same route as the Saturday Morning Ride (SMR), except that we turn left on Pleasant […]
Maine Cycling Club Monday Group Ride
D paced ride (12-14 mph). Ride is suitable for beginners in group riding plus those who want a recovery ride. Distance increases over the riding season from 14 to 18 miles.
Maine Cycling Club Tuesday Rides
B group 18-20 mph. C group 15-17 mph. This ride regroups at most intersections. Pace line riding may be used and taught. 25 miles. B riders can fall back to C group if needed.
Maine Cycling Club Wednesday Group Rides
Race Group 21 + mph 36 miles A Group 19-21 mph 34 miles B Group 17-19 mph 29 miles C Group 15-17 mph 25 miles D Group 14 mph 13-20 miles (varies)
Merrymeeting Wheelers Weekly Ride
Every Wednesday evening at 6 pm the Merrymeeting Wheelers offer a group ride with 6 ride levels. Different routes each week. The sonic level is for beginners and is tailored to those present. There is a ride level for everyone. Guests may ride once without joining the club. See website for details on levels and […]
Maine Cycling Club Thursday Group Ride
B/C Group 16-18 mph 21.5 miles. Hilly course
Kennebec Valley Bicycle Club – Wake Up the Earth Ride
An early Earth Day/Spring ride along the Kennebec River Rail Trail from Augusta to Gardiner and perhaps a bit further. Scenic river views and a possible stop at Slate’s Bakery in Hallowell. Meet at the MSHA parking lot under Memorial Bridge off Water Street in Augusta. Wake up the Earth!
Merrymeeting Wheelers Women’s Ride
Join the Merrymeeting Wheelers every Monday for a women's only ride for all levels. Routes are determined the day of the ride. Rides leave at 6 pm. Plan on arriving 15 minutes prior to start. Contact Jenn Berube for more information. Updates often available on club Facebook page.
Kennebec Valley Bicycle Club – Goodwill Gruppo
A tour along the Kennebec River and the back roads of Hinckley, Fairfield, and Canaan. Meet at the L.C. Bates Museum on Easler Road off of Rt. 201 in Hinckley.
DEI Statement:
The Bicycle Coalition of Maine is committed to advancing our equity and inclusion efforts. The Coalition is prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in these focus areas: self-education, community engagement, advocacy, and events. We welcome community members and visitors of Maine—Wabanaki Territory—from all backgrounds to join the Coalition. Our most outstanding achievement will be that everyone who joins the Coalition or attends our events will feel respected and valued.