Events for May 17, 2023 - May 1, 2023

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!

Want to add your event to our calendar? Submit it here.

Bike Day at the Capitol

Maine State House Augusta, ME, United States

We’re kicking off National Bike Month, with the Bicycle Coalition of Maine’s Bike Day at the Capitol Thursday May 4! Try out an e-bike, join us on a walk audit of the neighborhood, hear members of the BCM, Maine DOT, and legislators talk about important bills related to bike/ped safety and infrastructure here in Maine. […]

Event Series Orono Afterschool Trail Riding

Orono Afterschool Trail Riding

Orono Parks & Rec Orono, ME, United States

The Bicycle Coalition of Maine and the Orono Parks and Recreation Department are teaming up to offer an opportunity for middle school aged students (grades 6-8) to participate in a FREE, three-session afterschool mountain biking program. WHEN: Fridays, May 5, 12 & 26. (There will not be a ride on May 19)

Rodeo – Dover Foxcroft

PRYMCA/ Kiwanis Park 46 Park Street, Dover Foxcroft, ME, United States

Designed to teach and encourage kids from age 4-12 to ride bikes safely, the rodeo will include a helmet check, a bike mechanical check, and the chance to ride in a closed traffic skills course that teaches the rules of the road. Located at PRYMCA/ Kiwanis Park46 Park Street Dover-Foxcroft ME

Rodeo – Scarborough

Wentworth School 20 Quentin Drive, Scarborough, ME, United States

Designed to teach and encourage kids from age 4-12 to ride bikes safely, the rodeo will include a helmet check, a bike mechanical check, and the chance to ride in a closed traffic skills course that teaches the rules of the road. Bring a bike and helmet. Bring your bike, scooter, or mobility device and […]

Rodeo – Lincoln

Town of Lincoln 29 Main Street, Lincoln, ME, United States

Designed to teach and encourage kids from age 4-12 to ride bikes safely, the rodeo will include a helmet check, a bike mechanical check, and the chance to ride in a closed traffic skills course that teaches the rules of the road. Bring a bike and helmet - we'll provide the rest (and some loaner […]

Return of the Scorcher- documentary

The Rockland Bicycle Club will be showing the documentary- Return of the Scorcher. This documentary is about the difference in bicycle usage. The United States views bicycle usage as recreational. The rest of the world view bicycle usage as transportation. After viewing this documentary at a San Francisco bicycle shop, the viewers decided that changes […]

Free

Portland Urban Riding Class

Bicycle Coalition of Maine 38 Diamond St, Portland, ME - Maine, United States

Join BCM for a class covering the basics of riding in traffic! From bike handling to signaling, this class will help prepare you for being a prepared urban commuter. This class is free and open to the public, but registration is required. window.bboxInit = function () { bbox.showForm('59ca4122-5227-4bf7-a34c-b707076117df'); }; (function () { var e = […]

Free

Ride of Silence – Bath

Bath City Hall 55 Front Street,, Bath, ME, United States

This ride is one of many across the state, and the world, and is considered part of Global Safety Week. The International Ride of Silence honors vulnerable road users who have been injured or killed by traffic violence while bicycling, raises awareness that bicyclists have a legal right to use the road, and reminds motorists […]

Ride of Silence – Andover

Chase Cyclery in Andover – Wednesday May 17th @ 6:00 PM – meet at the bandstand in town. We will be honoring Dorothy McKellick who was killed 5/20/2020. For more info: Chase Cyclery 207-392-3732 or chasecyclerymaine@gmail.com

Ride of Silence – Portland

The International Ride of Silence is held on the third Wednesday of May every year. The ride honors vulnerable road users who have been injured or killed by traffic violence while bicycling, raises awareness that bicyclists have a legal right to use the road, and reminds motorists to respectfully share the road with all users. Join […]

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.

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