Markham Cycling Day

Join us on Sunday June 15, 2025

We have a new location this year on Main Street Markham!

Markham Cycling Day is an annual cycling event hosted by City of Markham. The event is a great way to explore Markham on bicycles with your friends or families. We welcome riders of all ages and abilities to participate in this FREE event. Started in 2008, and led by volunteers from the Cycling & Pedestrian Advisory Committee, Markham Cycling Day continues to attract residents and cyclists from and around Markham. 

The event offers free entertainment, light refreshment and activities from various exhibitors. 

NEW LOCATION THIS YEAR – Near the Old Town Hall (96 Main Street Markham) at Robinson Street & Main Street Markham. 

TIME: 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Please check back for a detailed schedule. 

Registration is now open

SPONSORED BY: 

Tour de Markham Group Rides

Riders will gather and depart from Main Street Markham. Come and try a new route with us this year! We are adding a new route category of 5KM and 8KM for families with children to participate. 

Please choose the a Tour Route that is best for your interest, bike type and ability. This is not a race. Route distances are approximate and routesmay subject to change without notice. 

All tour rides are self-guided where directional signages will be placed along the routes, as well as route marshals will be located at designated spots. Participants are to download and review routes ahead of the event.  

Tour Routes	Estimated Ride Time (Hour)	Rest Stop	Recommended Cyclist Types
60KM	3.0 to 3.5	Wismer Park (49KM)	Experienced, Confident to Ride on Roads
30KM	2.0 to 3.0	Milne Dam Park (4KM) Wismer Park (13KM)	Intermediate, Experience with Riding on Roads
15KM	1.50 to 2.0	Milne Dam Park (4KM) Lincoln Park (6KM)	Beginner, Experience with Riding on Roads
8KM: Family Friendly	1.0 to 1.5	Milne Dam Park (4KM)	Beginner, Family with Children
5KM: Family Friendly	1.0 or less	---	Beginner, Family with Children

• All participants must bring a bike in good working condition equipped with bike bell, and wear a helmet during the ride. 
• Your bike tires should be properly inflated. If you need help with your bicycle, please visit Markham Cycles Bike Hub before the event. 
• Balance bikes or bikes with training wheels are not permitted. 
• Bikes with bike trailers are allowed, please be mindful of space. 
• All participants riding independently must be 16 years of age or older. 
• Children or teenagers under age 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times to ensure their safety with good cycling ability. 
• Please be aware that you will be riding on a variety of surfaces throughout the group ride. This includes pavement, gravel, trails as well as crossing at intersections.
• When travelling on trails, be mindful of pedestrians, recognizing this is a shared route. 
• Be prepared for an outdoor event by dressing appropriately to allow for comfort and safety. 

 

Children Bike Races

Children Bike Races are offered to Age 3 to 5 children this year. Our riders will engage in a race to win a medal or ribbon as they ride down about a 90m course down Main St. Markham.  

Time: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM

• All participants must bring a bike in good working condition equipped with bike bell, and wear a helmet during the ride. 
• Your bike tires should be properly inflated. If you need help with your bicycle, please visit Markham Cycles Bike Hub before the event. 
• Balance bikes or bikes with training wheels are allowed. 
• All children participants must have a parent or guardian present during the race. 
• Parents are encouraged to support participants, but please be reminded to refrain from interfering during the race.
• Be prepared for an outdoor event by dressing appropriately to allow for comfort and safety. 

 

Getting to the Event & Parking

Please be advised that a section of Main Street Markham will be closed for the event. No vehicle access is allowed between 6AM and 2PM on Main Street Markham between Robinson Street and Centre Street. See route map below for details. 

Limited parking is available around the event site. We encourage participates to carpool, walk, bike or take transit to get to the event site. 

 Volunteering & Event Exhibitors

Volunteers

We’re looking for volunteers to assist in a variety of areas and positions including registration, children races, rest stops, road marshals, and more!

Be part of the fun and volunteer with us!

Exhibitors

This is a great opportunity to showcase your products, connect with cycling enthusiasts, and be part of a vibrant bike community event. Spaces are limited, so we encourage you to confirm your participation soon.

Please email cyclingday@markham.ca for more details.