Welcome to our Weekend Event Guide archives. This column runs on the Front Page every Thursday afternoon and gives you the essential rundown of the best bike-related events happening in the Portland region.
Doc, the mechanic at Portland Pedalworks, poses with his steed partway through a tallbike tour from Portland to Astoria and back via Tillamook. (Photo by Flickr user Portland Pedalworks in the BikePortland Photographers pool) Welcome to the weekend! And it’s also time for a quick social media check-in:
A Northeast Portland street filled withbike traffic during July’sSunday Parkways(Photo © J. Maus) Thursday, August 13 5:00pm – 7:00pm: Car-free Happy Hour On the second Thursday of each month, you can head to Roots Brewery (SE 7th just south of Hawthorne) to network with transportation professionals, transit and bike organizers, the carfree-curious, and folks who … Read more
The Twilight Criterium is tonight!(Photo © J. Maus) It’s the weekend! And it’s a big one. Bridge Pedal, Portland’s iconic, 20,000 rider strong annual event is coming — this year with an Expo the day before. The Twilight Criterium is also happening this weekend, as are several rides inspired by successful Pedalpalooza events…and two separate … Read more
Enjoy the crowd (and the bikes) at carfree Last Thursday tonight.(Photos © J. Maus) Looks like we’re out of the 100s, but this weekend is still shaping up to be respectably hot so remember to heed these best practices to beat the heat. If you’re prepared to venture out, you have a great lineup of … Read more
Join mountain bike advocates in Forest Park and be an “ambassador” for bikes. (Photo © J. Maus) This weekend, the forecast ranges from hot to scorchingly hot. In other words — perfect weather to be out on your bike. Pack some extra water and check out some of these events that have come onto our … Read more
Get those bungees ready. There are two bike moves scheduled this weekend. Welcome to the weekend guide. From racing to a blessing, bike moves to bike camping — can you tell bike season is heating up?! If we’ve left something out, please feel free to spread the word via the comments. Also, don’t forget to … Read more
The Olde Zoobomb Pyle is getting a new home(Photo © J. Maus) Friday, May 29th Pedalpalooza Kickoff Dance Party Construction and Clean Up Day What more glorious way to spend a weekend than volunteering for a good cause? The Pedalpalooza kickoff dance party (followed, per Portland tradition, by the world’s largest World Naked Bike Ride) … Read more
Human-powered speed machines race this weekend at PIR (Photo © J. Maus) It’s the long weekend, it’s going to be beautiful, and as always there is a lot going on in the wide world of bikes. All weekend Human Power Challenge Join Oregon Human Powered Vehicles at PIR for a weekend-long series of drag races, … Read more
It’s going to be an incredible weekend! It’s the weekend! The main event is blue skies and temperatures in the 80s. It looks like there are also a few organized bicycle rides and events happening. Ride to the Farmer’s Market from Ladd’s Circle on Saturday with bike2market — and while you’re there, take advantage of … Read more
Headed down Ladd’s to the FarmersMarket on Saturday morning(Photo © Dan Liu) Friday, May 8 – If you’ve never participated in a bike move, that iconic Portland barnraising event, here’s your chance! It’s a long one but a good one, from Sellwood to Piedmont. Details on the Shift Calendar. Want to host your own bike … Read more
Get dolled up for the pretty dress ride on Sunday!(Photo © J. Maus) We’re putting up the weekend guide up a little early this week to help you all make your plans. Get the weekend started tonight with Clever Cycles’ Heels on Wheels party. Dress up as fancy as you like and come check out … Read more
Riding under the cherryblossoms in Salem.(Photo © J. Maus) Hi everyone, There wasn’t time to do a Weekend Ride Guide today. There’s a lot going on this weekend, though: Check out the Shift calendar for bike fun events, classes, and even a camping trip. Also take a look at the OBRA calendar for racing and … Read more