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!
Freeport Summer Ride To Support The Portland Gear Hub
Join us for the Freeport Summer Ride! When: Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at 9am (Arrive early for parking and welcome. ) Where: 2 Stonewood Drive, Freeport Why: To support the Portland Gear Hub, a non-profit bike and outdoor gear shop, powered by Ketcha Outdoors What: 34 & 42 mile options with group start from 2 […]
Queers in Gear -Weekly All-Inclusive Cycling Ride
Rainbow Bicycle 97 Lisbon St, Lewiston, MaineJoin Queers in Gear for a weekly all-inclusive cycling ride. This is a guided group ride bringing together the queer bike community. These are no-drop rides, and all levels of bike riders are welcome. Please bring front and rear lights, hi-vis gear is recommended. Route and ride info can be found on the @queers_in_gear Instagram […]
DOWN EAST SUNRISE TRAIL ROLLER COASTER GRAVEL RIDE
Explore the Down East Sunrise Trail and back roads of Washington County! LongLoop is on the DEST + local paved and unpaved roads, including a rest stop atReversing Falls Park. Total gravel roads and trails +/- 22 miles! (Medium and ShortRoutes in Blue and Green, respectively).
Queers in Gear -Weekly All-Inclusive Cycling Ride
Rainbow Bicycle 97 Lisbon St, Lewiston, MaineJoin Queers in Gear for a weekly all-inclusive cycling ride. This is a guided group ride bringing together the queer bike community. These are no-drop rides, and all levels of bike riders are welcome. Please bring front and rear lights, hi-vis gear is recommended. Route and ride info can be found on the @queers_in_gear Instagram […]
Virtual | Statewide Maine Climate Council Public Meeting
virtualThe Maine Climate Council, part of the Governor's Office of Policy Innovation and the Future, is updating the State's climate action plan, Maine Won't Wait, and we want to hear what's important to you. Families welcome! Register using our link to attend this meeting. Accommodations and interpretation services are available on request. (ASL, Somali, Arabic, […]
Presque Isle | Maine Climate Council
Presque Isle Community Center 22-30 Chapman Rd, Presque Isle, United StatesThe Maine Climate Council, part of the Governor's Office of Policy Innovation and the Future, is updating the State's climate action plan, Maine Won't Wait, and we want to hear what's important to you. Families welcome! Register using our link to attend this in-person meeting. Light refreshments will be available, and carpooling is encouraged. Learn […]
Gorham Connector Public Forum
Westbrook Community Center 426 Bridge St, Westbrook, MaineThe Bicycle Coalition of Maine (BCM) is working with Mainers For Smarter Transportation, an organization formed to promote sustainable transportation for all Mainers, as they host a public forum in Westbrook to engage the public about the proposed highway expansion in Gorham. Join us Thursday, September 5, from 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. at the Westbrook Community Center […]
2024 First Friday Light up Rides
Shevenell Park 149 Main St., Biddeford, Maine, United StatesLight Up Rides are slow roll, social rides & will include Biddeford, Saco & sometimes OOB. We do our best to design low volume routes but we will share the road with cars. Follow instructions from our safety-vest-wearing ride marshals.You can ride two abreast but be aware of cars coming up on us from behind. […]
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.