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!
Community Spokes Training
The Community Spokes Program is the Bicycle Coalition of Maine’s effort to create a statewide network of bicycle and pedestrian advocates at the local level. We empower residents to become champions—or “Community Spokes”—of better biking and walking in their cities and towns. Through training, education, and ongoing technical support, you too can become part of […]
Fat-Tire Bicycles 101 – Part 2
In this two part workshop led by Erik daSilva of the Bicycle Coalition of Maine, you will learn everything you need to know before heading out for a guided fat bike adventure on the snowy trails. Part one will be a virtual meeting with Erik to go over basic information about fat-tire bikes, safety, and […]
Statewide Active Transportation Plan Webinar
The BCM will be hosting a webinar about Maine's Statewide Active Transportation Plan on Wednesday, March 9 from 12 – 1 p.m., and you’re invited to join! We will cover how the Statewide Active Transportation Plan fits into the MaineDOT’s “family” of long-range plans, what is included in the ATP, how the public can provide input, and […]
Statewide Active Transportation Plan First Public Meeting
This virtual meeting on Tuesday, March 15 from 6 – 8 p.m. will provide a 20-minute overview of the MaineDOT “Family of Plans,” which includes individual plans for active transportation, rail, transit, and aviation. After an overview, attendees can choose to participate in up to two 45-minute breakout sessions about any of the individual plans. You can […]
Second MaineDOT SATP Public Forum
The next MaineDOT virtual public forum to discuss the Statewide Active Transportation Plan is scheduled for Wednesday, April 6 at 1 p.m.This session will feature shorter presentations from the MaineDOT, a summary of previous comments, and more time for attendees to give feedback.Whether you missed the previous public meeting or just want to continue participating […]
BPSE Instructor Training
On Thursday, April 7 from 1 - 2 p.m., you can learn how to give the BCM bicycle & pedestrian safety presentation, some teaching tips, and how to differentiate content for older and younger audiences. Click here to register for this FREE training.
Rodeo How-To Training
On Thursday, April 7 from 3:30 - 4:40 p.m., we'll explain how to coordinate a bicycle rodeo event, give equipment & materials suggestions, and show you how to set up the course! Click here to register for this FREE training.
The Electric Cargo Bike Revolution – How families, households & businesses are ditching the car and transforming communities
93 Main E-Bike Cafe 93 Main, South Portland, METhe electric cargo bike is rapidly on the rise globally. Come learn about the fascinating history of cargo bikes starting with amazing models dating back to the 1880’s. Along the way we’ll explore the latest innovative designs and e-assist technologies enabling parents to move their kids and loads around like never before (and as if […]
Bike Donation Drive @ Maine Beer Company
Do you have a bike you want to donate to one of the BCM’s Great Maine Bike Swaps? Maine Beer Company can help—and reward you along the way!Drop your bike off at Maine Beer Company in Freeport on Sunday, April 10, from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. and the BCM will transport and sell the bike for you, and use […]
Portland Greendrinks
The Greendrinks gathering on April 12 will feature & benefit the Bicycle Coalition of Maine!Portland Greendrinks is a networking happy hour that benefits a different environmental non-profit each month. The BCM will be there mingling and giving fix-a-bike demos while hanging with our friends from Maine Beer Company and Orono Brewing Company, who will be […]
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.