As the cycling season comes to an end, Markham Cycles is reflecting on another successful year of bringing the community together through cycling. Throughout 2026, residents across Markham and York Region participated in community bike hubs, group rides, cycling workshops, bicycle giveaways and other activities that made this another memorable season.
Our final event of the year, the Halloween Glow Ride, was a fitting way to close out the season. Riders of all ages came together with illuminated bicycles, creative costumes and lively music for an evening celebrating cycling and community spirit. Click here to view the photo album.
A year of cycling and community impact
Beyond getting more people on bicycles, Markham Cycles programs help make cycling more accessible, build confidence and create opportunities for residents to connect with their community.
Our community bike hubs continued to provide residents with access to tools, equipment and guidance for bicycle repairs, while our partnership with Markham Public Library offered access to the Bicycle Lending Library. We also delivered group rides, Learn to Ride sessions, bicycle maintenance workshops and cycling safety programs to help residents develop their skills and confidence.
Through Recycle to Ride, donated bicycles were collected, refurbished with the help of volunteers and distributed free of charge at community giveaways across York Region. The program continues to give bicycles a second life while improving access to affordable transportation.
2026 by the numbers:
Do-It-Yourself Bike Repair
- 52 sessions
- Helped over 1000 people
- Tuned up over 1100 bikes
Bicycle Lending Library
- 52 sessions
- Bikes & items borrowed 359 times
Recycle to Ride Bike Giveaway
- 6 locations
- Over 600 participants
- 850+ bikes given away
Group and Glow Rides
- 12 group rides
- 445 participants
Workshops
- 5 workshop sessions
- 85 participants
Thank you for another incredible season
We extend our sincere thanks to everyone who participated in our programs, volunteered their time and supported Markham Cycles throughout the year. Your involvement helped make our events and programs possible.
As our community bike hubs close for the winter, we are already looking ahead to 2027. Follow Markham Cycles on social media or subscribe to our email newsletter for updates on upcoming rides, workshops, community events and the reopening of our bike hubs in spring.
Thank you for being part of the 2026 season. We look forward to seeing you back on two wheels in 2027!