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!
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Queers in Gear -Weekly All-Inclusive Cycling Ride
Queers in Gear -Weekly All-Inclusive Cycling Ride
Join 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 […]
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Virtual | Statewide Maine Climate Council Public Meeting
Virtual | Statewide Maine Climate Council Public Meeting
The 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, […]
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Presque Isle | Maine Climate Council
Presque Isle | Maine Climate Council
The 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
Gorham Connector Public Forum
The 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 […]
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2024 First Friday Light up Rides
2024 First Friday Light up Rides
Light 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. […]
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Clean Transportation Festival
Clean Transportation Festival
Join the BCM and our partners on Saturday, September 7th from 3:00-6:00 p.m. at Orange Bike Brewing for an afternoon of fun celebrating clean transportation options. In addition to food, drinks, and games, there will be e-bike demonstrations, keynotes from leaders in the field, and opportunities to take action to support a clean transportation future. […]
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Electric Vehicle Show
Electric Vehicle Show
The Bicycle Coalition of Maine (BCM) is excited about the growing the use of e-bikes for transportation and recreation, as they can replace cars for many trips, and drive increased investment in active transportation infrastructure. They are also enormously fun! Come to the Electric Vehicle Show to see why we’re excited about e-bikes as a […]
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Weekly E-bike Demo
Weekly E-bike Demo
Mondays from July 1-September 30, 2-4pm, the BCM will be offering e-bike demos out of our office at 38 Diamond St. in Portland. Pre-register by emailing travis@bikemaine.org to confirm a bike or drop in! The Bicycle Coalition of Maine (BCM) is excited about the growing the use of e-bikes for transportation and recreation, as they […]
*WTF+ Affinity Ride
*WTF+ Affinity Ride
The Gear Hub is launching the second month of our Affinity Ride series for TFWNB+ folks, under the name "the *WTF+ Ride" Be in community, come as you are, and enjoy some bicycle joy. When: Monday September 9th 6:00-7:00pm Meet up at the Gear Hub at 5:50(ish) to ride out at 6pm. What: A […]
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Queers in Gear -Weekly All-Inclusive Cycling Ride
Queers in Gear -Weekly All-Inclusive Cycling Ride
Join 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 […]
Lewiston | Maine Climate Council Public Meeting
Lewiston | Maine Climate Council Public Meeting
The 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 […]
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Portland | Maine Climate Council Public Meeting
Portland | Maine Climate Council Public Meeting
The 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 […]
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Veterans Bike Event
Veterans Bike Event
Loon Echo Land Trust, Sportshaus, and Veterans Adaptive Sports Training (VAST) will host a mountain bike event September 13 from 1-4pm at Peabody Fitch Woods in South Bridgton. We will have regular, electric and adaptive mountain bikes to try on a gravel trail with gentle slopes. This is a free event but all veterans must […]
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Weekly E-bike Demo
Weekly E-bike Demo
Mondays from July 1-September 30, 2-4pm, the BCM will be offering e-bike demos out of our office at 38 Diamond St. in Portland. Pre-register by emailing travis@bikemaine.org to confirm a bike or drop in! The Bicycle Coalition of Maine (BCM) is excited about the growing the use of e-bikes for transportation and recreation, as they […]
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Queers in Gear -Weekly All-Inclusive Cycling Ride
Queers in Gear -Weekly All-Inclusive Cycling Ride
Join 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 […]
Full Moon Bike Rides- Bangor
Full Moon Bike Rides- Bangor
Attention Bangor bicyclists! Join Lunar Cycling in Bangor for their Full Moon Bike Rides, and have fun on an easy, inclusive route with friends. All riding abilities, age 16+ welcome. Helmets, red rear reflector, & front light required (spares on-hand if you need 'em!). A nationally licensed, insured bike instructor is present on every ride. […]
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Ellsworth | Maine Climate Council
Ellsworth | Maine Climate Council
The 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 […]
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BCM Annual Meeting & Member Appreciation
BCM Annual Meeting & Member Appreciation
The Bicycle Coalition of Maine has had an incredible year teaching thousands of people bicycle safety skills, advocating for policies and programs to improve conditions for active transportation, and bringing people together to share the love of biking. We’ll be reviewing the past year and previewing our 2025-2029 Strategic Plan and we’d love for you […]
Biddeford | Maine Climate Council Public Meeting
Biddeford | Maine Climate Council Public Meeting
The 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 […]
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Park & Pedal to the Common Ground Fair
Join the Bicycle Coalition of Maine at the Common Ground Fair! Use the Park and Pedal map to bike to the fair and then join BCM Board Emeritus Fred Robie for bike talk, fun displays, silly rides and more at the Fair itself.
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Tour de Greenbelt
Tour de Greenbelt
Whether a weekend recreational rider, seasoned cyclist or one seeking a more adventurous course, Greenbelt’s annual Tour de Greenbelt offers a course to fit all levels of experience. All while riding through the beautiful landscapes of Essex County and benefiting local land conservation. Tour de Greenbelt, on September 21, 2024, offers untimed routes that can […]
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Bike Ride to Vigorous Tenderness: Fall Equinox Concert
Bike Ride to Vigorous Tenderness: Fall Equinox Concert
Join the Bicycle Coalition of Maine and Portland Gear Hub for a ride from East Bayside to Bug Light Park Sunday September 22. We'll be biking to experience the Vigorous Tenderness Fall Equinox Concert being held in the park from 2-3:30. Vigorous Tenderness is an outdoor concert installation that invites audiences to reengage with acoustic […]
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44th Annual Seacoast Century Weekend
44th Annual Seacoast Century Weekend September 22-24, 2017. Early registration discount ends July 31st! Here's the link: http://www.granitestatewheelmen.org/ What could be better? Two days of riding with scenic along the New England coast in Maine, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts. There are 25, 50, 63, and 100 mile routes, using the Hampton Beach State Park South […]
Weekly E-bike Demo
Weekly E-bike Demo
Mondays from July 1-September 30, 2-4pm, the BCM will be offering e-bike demos out of our office at 38 Diamond St. in Portland. Pre-register by emailing travis@bikemaine.org to confirm a bike or drop in! The Bicycle Coalition of Maine (BCM) is excited about the growing the use of e-bikes for transportation and recreation, as they […]
Women and Girls with Disabilities: Hopes, Dreams, and Barriers
Women and Girls with Disabilities: Hopes, Dreams, and Barriers
Join us for a discussion with a distinguished panel for a frank and interactive conversation. The discussion will be moderated by Simonne Maline. Be part of an engaged audience and bring your ideas and experiences to this critical panel discussion.We have four amazing women on the panel and we want an engaged, interactive audience of […]
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Queers in Gear -Weekly All-Inclusive Cycling Ride
Queers in Gear -Weekly All-Inclusive Cycling Ride
Join 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 […]
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Empowering Women and Girls with Disabilities: Fighting Discrimination, and Promoting Inclusion
Empowering Women and Girls with Disabilities: Fighting Discrimination, and Promoting Inclusion
The 2024 Justice For Women Lecture will feature Juliet Mwongeli Muema and Maria Omare, both of Kenya. Muema and Omare will present their lecture, Empowering Women and Girls with Disabilities: Fighting Discrimination, and Promoting Inclusion, on Thursday, September, 26, from 6:30 - 8 p.m. at Hannaford Hall, located in the Abromson Community Education Center on the USM campus. […]
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Share The Road With Carol
Share The Road With Carol
Share the Road with Carol is an annual all ages commemorative bike ride planned for September 29, 2024, in Windsor and Whitefield, Maine. The ride, which has 12-mile and 27-mile options, starts and ends at the Windsor Town Office near the intersection of Routes 32 and 105. The ride honors the memory of Carol Eckert, […]
Ellsworth Bike Party!
Ellsworth Bike Party!
Everyone is welcome to join this free community bike ride around Ellsworth! Biking as a group is a fun and safe way to explore the city together.Bring your bicycle, lights, bells and party hats!These one-hour rides will happen the last Sunday of every month. Meet outside the City Hall at 3pm.Please find, like and share […]
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Weekly E-bike Demo
Weekly E-bike Demo
Mondays from July 1-September 30, 2-4pm, the BCM will be offering e-bike demos out of our office at 38 Diamond St. in Portland. Pre-register by emailing travis@bikemaine.org to confirm a bike or drop in! The Bicycle Coalition of Maine (BCM) is excited about the growing the use of e-bikes for transportation and recreation, as they […]
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Paul Meets Maine- Bangor/Orono
Paul Meets Maine- Bangor/Orono
Please join us this Thursday 10/3 at the Orono Brewing Company Tasting Room from 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. for an evening of Bikes and Brews! Active Transportation Director, Paul Drinan, will lead a discussion on the BCM’s policy priorities, he'll get your input, answer your questions, and hear your concerns about cycling and walking […]
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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.