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.
Ever wanted to do this? OBRA track clinic could be just the thing.(Photo © J. Maus) Another great weekend of bike rides and events is on tap. The weather looks just fine for pedaling, so get out your calendars and make your plans now. Friday, April 23rd 4:00 – 6:00: Northwest Trail Alliance Trail Fest … Read more
What a lovely group.(Photo © J. Maus) Rejoice in tons of great bike stuff to do this weekend! The 7th annual Mini Bike Winter starts tonight and goes through Sunday. If you’ve never checked it out before, this would be an excellent year to do so. Check out the listings below: Thursday, February 11th 8:30 … Read more
Got some hot socks? Yep, there’s a ride for that.(Photo © J. Maus) Lots of great rides and events happening in the next few days. Check out the listings below to plan your weekend adventures. Friday, February 5th 6:00 pm: Monthly Vegan Dinner Bike Ride You don’t have to be vegan to join this fun … Read more
A serious and important community forum tonight kicks off a weekend of haywire bike fun and creative activism. Who says we can’t have it all? Share your events and plans below. Thursday, January 28 6:00pm – 8:00pm: 21st Century Civil Rights: Transportation Health Equity Community Forum How can improving our transportation systems improve our communities, … Read more
Here’s the scoop on weekend events. Feel free to add your own and discuss your plans in the comments. Thursday, January 21 5:00pm – 7:00pm: Portland Car-Free Happy Hour Car-free by chance or choice? Professionally involved in transportation and livability? Just want to meet people? All are welcome to meet up at this monthly informal … Read more
Rain and bike fun go together just fine. (Photo © J. Maus) A solid lineup of weekend events should ensure bike fun for all. Don’t mind the rain. And let us know what you’re up to by bike in the comments.
Yes, you really can move anything by bike. Photo by portlandpedalworks in our Flickr group. There’s a full lineup of really fun events this weekend. Weather forecast inconclusive — whatever you do, stay warm and safe and enjoy yourself!
It’s (almost) the New Year! We’ve gone into some detail already about several New Years Day rides — and now more have been added, making a grand total of five! Here’s the rundown (minus the sold-out Cycle Wild camping trip), plus a Saturday ride for good measure.
Are you prepared for this rainy weather? (Photo © J. Maus) What’s a little rain? At least it isn’t freezing this weekend. (The good news is that if icy conditions did get you down, literally, support is out there.) There are plenty of opportunities this weekend to go out and enjoy bike fun, either out … Read more
Will it snow this weekend? Bring it on!(Photo © J. Maus) The forecast calls for a chance of snow and freezing rain on Saturday morning, and better chance of less-freezing rain for the rest of the weekend. Other than that it should be a great time to get out there for a ride (all night, … Read more
Wait, is it really winter? The sun is out and there’s a lot to do this weekend, starting today. Don’t forget Monday’s holiday, family-friendly events up at Portland International Raceway — Thursday, Dec 3 5:00pm – 7:00pm: BikePortland Social Drink coffee or beer, meet other readers, and discuss the current state of bicycle advocacy in … Read more
It’s time to gear up and hunker down — this weekend, take a ride to a nice, warm, indoor location. Build up your repair and riding skills, learn to make informed investments in winter gear, or have a warm drink while enthusiastically debating the big picture. Or take the opportunities below to just head out … Read more