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.
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
Join the crowds atFilmed by Bike(Photo © J. Maus) It’s going to be sunny and in the 70s, folks. Here’s a sampling of what you can do about it: – Tonight is Filmed by Bike’s opening night! Party in the street, drink beer, win prizes, and watch bike movies with a raucous, costumed crowd. The … Read more
Bunnies on bikes(Photo © J. Maus) Thanks to BikePortland intern J.R., we have a bunch of new events posted. And just in time, as the seasonal event explosion is beginning. Here are some of the weekend’s highlights. Grease up your chain and get out there! – There used to be a pub crawl every year … Read more
Joe Kurmaskie will rally the crowdson Sunday in support of alternativesto the 12-lane CRC.(Photo © J. Maus) It’s shaping up to be a beautiful weekend. Which is a good thing, because there are some compelling reasons to get out there and ride. The big event of the weekend is the Build Less Bridge CRC Opposition … Read more
It’s the weekend! I’ve been largely without a working computer this week — my laptop will be out of the shop on Monday afternoon — and I’m looking forward to having a couple of days off from shuffling between borrowed computers, re-learning old operating systems, getting used to unfamiliar keyboards, and trying to remember passwords. … Read more
Weather need not be an impediment to thewell-prepared. (Photo © J. Maus) It’s nearly the weekend — and I’ve heard rumors of sun as well as reports of thunder, lightning, and hail. Last weekend’s rain and high winds didn’t keep everyone indoors — hopefully your errands, visits, and bike fun won’t be deterred by any … Read more
MMR riders will play music tonight.(Photo © J. Maus) It’s been a long, quiet week here at BikePortland HQ, as Jonathan and I have both been out of town — he’s in DC working like a madman to cover the National Bike Summit, and until yesterday I was down south at the smaller and scrappier … Read more
Friday (2/27) North Freaker “Dutch” on his tallbike.(Photo © J. Maus) Critical Mass A celebration of bicycle traffic on the last Friday of every month. North Park Blocks (NW Park and Couch, by the elephant) Meet at 5:30, ride at 6:00pm Freak Friday! North Freak is a collective for people who love freak bicycles, such … Read more
Friday (2/20) Portland’s 1st Kidical Mass in June, 2008(Photos © J. Maus) Kidical Mass Kids are traffic, too! Kidical Mass is a celebration of family bicycling. Training wheels, tagalongs, and trailers are all welcome on this easy-going, short, legal family ride. Be sure to bring lights and warm clothes. All families are encouraged to attend. … Read more