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!
Saturday Morning Ride
First ride in 2016 is 5/21/16 Leaves from Gorham Bike & Ski, Portland at 8:00am – SHARP! All abilities ride. Road bikes only. This is a no-drop ride of 26 miles. 18-20 mph average. The group will focus on improving group riding skills, safety, and etiquette. Spirited at times but we regroup several times along […]
Saturday Morning Portland Tour
First ride in 2016 is 5/25/16 Leaves from Gorham Bike & Ski, Portland at 8:15am. Returning by 10am. Suitable for fit beginner hybrid riders. Perfect for out of town visitors. This is a no-drop ride of 10-15 miles. Leisurely pace. See the sights on the Portland peninsula including quaint neighborhoods, historic sites, bike paths and […]
York Harbor Ride
Join the Merrymeeting Wheelers for a York Harbor ride. Ride share/caravan from Brunswick at 8:00am to York Harbor by 9:30am. Ride north along the coast. Visit Nubble Light and continue to Perkins Cove for lunch. Rain Date May 29th. For more info contact Bob Bruce, bobbiker@roadrunner.com 207-319-8009.
Memorial Day Breakfast Ride – Kennebunkport
Join the Maine Coast Cycling Club for their Memorial Day Breakfast Ride. We start at 7:00AM from the Kennebunkport Bicycle Company, ride about 1 1/2 hours, then stop for breakfast. The ride is free and open to all, just bring some money to pay for your breakfast. This is an on road ride.
Women’s Road Ride
Weekly ride, group splits into two groups partway out - one group does 20 miles, other group will ride 25-33 miles at a faster pace. No-drop ride. Group will move to a 5:30pm start time near the end of August. Group meets on the side of Back Bay Bicycle. Please do not park directly behind […]
21st Annual Ottawa-Kennebunkport Cycle Tour
Great opportunity to sleep each night in a different state, from Canada to the US. Dip your wheel in the Atlantic Ocean at the end. Meet new friends and catch up with old ones. What is included: 4 nights motel accommodation (single or double occupancy) All breakfasts Dinners in Malone, Morrisville & Kennebunkport On-route ferry […]
Moderately brisk social ride
We will be exploring a variety of scenic routes, from 30 to 40 miles, mostly to the west during the busy summer months, but also along the coast when it's less heavily trafficked. We will always include a lunch stop, either during or at the end of the ride, hence the "social" aspect of this […]
Sundays with the Sea Dogs – Pedal to the Park
The Bicycle Coalition of Maine will be offering its Valet Bike Parking service at all Sunday Portland Sea Dogs home games in 2016 (excluding July 3 night game). Valet Bike Parking is FREE to use, quick, and the best way to get to the game. The Valet Bike Parking area will be located at the […]
Foundations of Mountain Biking – Saturday Skills Ride FOR KIDS (and their adults)!
Saturday is Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day, so we're going to have a kid-focused skills ride on Saturday at Smith Preserve in Kennebunkport! This ride will be limited to 12 riders (kids and adults), and is ideal for ages 8-12, though if the child is comfortable on a multi-speed mountain bike, they are welcome. […]
Portland Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee Monthly Meeting
The committee meets monthly on the second Monday of every month at Portland City Hall, 389 Congress Street, Portland. Membership is open to any resident of Portland. To become a voting member one must attend a meeting and declare your desire to join the Committee. Voting members must have attended at least one previous meeting. […]
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.