There is a special joy that comes from seeing your city on a bike throughout the seasons. Whether you are a daily commuter or a weekend rider, it’s a unique experience to see the way Portland changes as the months go by from the seat of your bicycle.
Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or new to getting around by bike, Ride Through the Seasons encourages all Portlanders to continue riding beyond summer and into fall. Through a series of group rides and skill-building workshops, PBOT’s Portland By Cycle team will share tips & resources to help you prepare to bike in all weather conditions. Biking throughout fall and winter provides its own unique perspective on what it means to live in Portland, not to mention the additional bragging rights!
Sample pages of Portland artist Shay Mirk's "Riding Thru Winter in Portland" zine. Download and print the zine for free!
Join us for a free community ride or workshop
Ready to hit the road? Join PBOT staff on a bike ride or at a workshop:
The 2025 calendar flyer for Ride through the Seasons. Click on the image to download the flyer to share with your community!
October:
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New to Portland Ride Southeast- Tuesday, Oct. 7, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. at Lents Park, SE 92nd Avenue and SE Steele Street. - Are you new to town, or new to biking? Join us for a mellow ride exploring bike infrastructure in Southeast Portland!
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Winter Cycling Workshop - Sunday, Oct. 19, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at Lents Farmers Market, 5718 SE 92nd Avenue. - Learn basic bike maintenance & winter riding tips! Plus, attend a flat fix demo, happening at 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.
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See and Be Seen Ride - Tuesday, Oct. 28, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. at Salmon Street Springs, SW Naito Parkway at Salmon Street. - Dress in your most visible attire, light up your bike, and join us for a fun illuminated ride! Come early for some bright freebies.
November:
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Rainy Rider Photo Contest - All month long. Text a photo of yourself and your bicycle in the rain to 888-520-0526 for the chance to win a waterproof or high-visibility prize!
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All-Season Cycling Workshop – Friday, Nov. 7, 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. at Woodstock Library, 6008 SE 49th Avenue. - Join us for an interactive session to learn tips and techniques for staying dry, comfortable and safe while riding all year 'round.
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Waterways Ride – Saturday, Nov. 15, 10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Delicious Donuts. Keep riding through the seasons on this tour of community spaces where rainfall and water play an important role in our city.
Ride in the rain and be entered to win a prize
Jacques and his kiddo biking in the rain – Jacques was a winner from the 2023 Rainy Rider Photo Contest.
In addition to engaging events, PBOT is hosting a month-long photo contest where you'll have the chance to win waterproof and high-visibility gear from PDW, Showers Pass, and Cleverhood! The bureau will also be raffling some combo BIKETOWN memberships + bike shop gift cards, as well as kids’ rainy swag bags. There’s something for everyone to get ready to ride through the seasons!
Ride Through the Seasons is made possible with support from Metro, the Federal Transit Administration and the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund.
For more information:
Contact Claire Bach
claire.bach@portlandoregon.gov | 503-823-8717
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