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!
Pedal the Penobscot
All routes travel along the beautiful Penobscot River beginning and ending at the Bangor waterfront. (14 milers will check in at the waterfront with all other riders but will begin their ride up in Bradley, to finish at the Bangor waterfront with everyone else for a barbecue).
Lake George~Somerset Sports and Fitness 3rd Annual Sprint Triathlon
The Lake George/SSF Sprint Triathlon is a very unique point to point Sprint Triathlon with 500m swim, 14.5 mile bike ride and 3.5 mile out and back run. The entire community's involvement is what will make this a fun one to come back to and do year after year. Great T-Shirts, unique medals, prizes and […]
Portland Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee – Monthly Meeting
The Portland Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee meets once per month at City Hall on Congress Street in downtown Portland.The purpose of the committee is to make Portland a better place to walk and bicycle and wheel chair, the committee shall advocate and educate on issues relating to bicycle, transit and pedestrian issues, including handicap accessibility. Membership […]
Portland Area Bike/Ped Counts
Volunteers needed! The Bicycle Coalition of Maine works with the Portland Area Comprehensive Transportation System (PACTS) to conduct regular bicycle and pedestrian user counts at key locations in the region at specific times of the day and year. The goal of this project is to understand regional cyclist and pedestrian behavior, whether for commuting, recreation, […]
Biking Culture in Northern Europe: A presentation by Alicia Heyburn
BikeMaine Rider Alicia Heyburn, a mom from Maine, cycled solo from Copenhagen to Berlin this summer learning a lot about local foods, the shared economy, traveling slowly, self acceptance and the benefits of significant government investment in long term sustainability solutions. Alicia will be sharing her experiences and photos at 4:30 this afternoon in […]
Public Workshop: Bayside Transportation Master Plan
September 15 at 6 pm at the Merrill Rehearsal Hall: first of three public workshops for the Bayside Transportation Master Plan Study. The study includes the area bounded by Washington Avenue, Forest Avenue, I-295, and Cumberland Avenue. The study will build upon and integrate much of the transportation planning work and changing land uses that […]
Bethel Bike Forum
From 4pm to 4:45pm Bethel town officials, community members and representatives of the Bicycle Coalition of Maine will join David Brancaccio of Marketplace Morning Edition and Mark Vogelzang of MPBN for a lively discussion about the challenge of developing the economy of a small community, the role that bicycling can play in that growth and how motorists […]
Webinar: Working With Law Enforcement
On this month's call we'll hear from several police officers from across the state about their approach to various aspects of bicycle and pedestrian safety, with an eye towards replicating those programs in your community. How can Maine's police departments better enforce the 3-foot passing law? What are innovative, positive ways for officers to interact with […]
Yarmouth Bike and Pedestrian Committee – Monthly Meeting
The goal of this group is to promote safe use of walking and cycling routes in Yarmouth through education,events, and planning for improvement and expansion of our walking and cycling routes and connections with neighboring towns. This is a sub-committee of the Yarmouth Parks and Lands Committee. It meets every third Wednesday of the month from […]
Climate Ride Northeast – Bar Harbor to Boston
Calling All Cycling Enthusiasts Climate Ride Needs Your Help to Better the Environment Inaugural Climate Ride Northeast – Bar Harbor to Boston Thursday, Sept. 17 to Monday, Sept. 21 Are you passionate about the environment or are seeking safer cycling roadways? Take action and register now for the inaugural Climate Ride Northeast – Bar Harbor […]
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.