Another riding season is just around the corner, and it’s time to start making your plans for 2026. There’s plenty of country to see, plenty of towns to visit, and plenty of mom-and-pop cafes to stop by for coffee and a slice of pie. You probably have plans to return to your local favorites and maybe explore new places farther from home.
But one of the best parts of riding is being part of the riding community, and that community has plans too. The rally calendar for 2026 is chock full of events throughout the U.S. and abroad, inviting riders to explore new roads and gather with like-minded enthusiasts. From regional events with a couple hundred riders to national events with several hundred thousand attendees, and from coast to coast and everywhere in between, there are more events on the calendar than anyone could fit in a year.
This guide is a collection of 60 motorcycling events, kicking off with Daytona Bike Week in late February to early March and ending with a late-season trip south of the border to the Rocky Point Rally in Mexico. Each riding event offers its own unique flavor of moto activities to enjoy and roads to explore. You can visit the Lakes Region of New Hampshire for the 103rd Laconia Motorcycle Week, check out the party on Lake Erie during Ohio Bike Week, explore Ohio’s Windy 9 during the Athena Ride for Women, ride on the Bonneville Salt Flats during the Motorcycle Speed Trials, experience everything that is the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, celebrate the 100th anniversary of Route 66 with a special curated tour from EAGLERIDER, find more factory demos and riding tours than anywhere else at Americade, and that’s just the start.
Whatever this year holds in store for you, make room in your schedule for lots of riding and a few rallies and events. There’s nothing quite like gathering with fellow riders to celebrate good times, great scenery, and epic roads. And if you see someone wearing a Rider or American Rider shirt while you’re out and about, come by and say hi!
March
Feb. 27 – March 8 | Daytona Bike Week
The 85th annual Daytona Bike Week kicks off the riding season in Florida. The 10‑day schedule includes a swap meet, bike shows, a bike rodeo, a bikini contest, charity rides, and more. The event also includes the 84th Daytona 200 race, as well as the opening rounds of series like King Of The Baggers, Superbike, American Flat Track, Super Hooligan, and Twins Cup. There’s plenty more to see and do between official Bike Week events. You can ride on Daytona Beach’s hard-packed sand, check out the scene on Main Street, or cruise down to Destination Daytona in Ormond Beach.
OfficialBikeWeek.com
Daytona Beach, FL
28‑29 | Donnie Smith Bike Show
This event is the largest custom bike show and swap meet in the Midwest and takes place at the Saint Paul River Centre. The show offers over $7,500 in cash and prizes and includes more than 160,000 square feet of custom baggers, choppers, retro bobbers, cruisers, and more. Master custom bike builder Donnie Smith will host a meet‑and‑greet, and attendees may also run into familiar names like Tim Remus, John Kosmoski, or Neil Ryan. There will also be live music and the Coors Light Happy Hour from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday. Admission is $20 at the door, and kids 12 and under get in free.
DonnieSmithBikeShow.com
Saint Paul, MN
APRIL
8‑12 | Arizona Bike Week
The 29th annual Arizona Bike Week will take place at Westworld of Scottsdale. Attendees will enjoy rides, stunt shows, demo rides, exhibitions, nightly concerts, and vendors. Six bike shows are on the schedule and provide a diverse variety of classes, including the Harcati Motorcycles Little Rascals Bike Show for kids. On Saturday evening, head to The Pit to watch the Bikes & Fights Presented by Arena Wars Fighting Series. At the Hellracer Dome, attendees can catch flat‑track racing or participate in Slide School with Johny Lewis. A general admission pass for the full event is $144, and single‑day passes are $25‑62 depending on the day.
AZBikeWeek.com
Scottsdale, AZ
18‑26 | Outer Banks Bike Week
The 24th annual Outer Banks Bike Week welcomes thousands of motorcycles and includes daily guided rides, live music, entertainment, bike shows, a poker run, a bikini contest, bike games, vendors, parties, food and drink, demo rides, minibike races, and more. The event takes place at Outer Banks Harley‑Davidson, and all motorcycles and riders are welcome to attend. Located only 3 miles away is the Wright Memorial Bridge, which takes motorists from the mainland onto the Outer Banks with 200 miles of coastline. This area offers great views, and the local restaurants and businesses are friendly to riders.
OuterBanksHD.com
Harbinger, NC
22‑25 | Mayhem Motorcycle Rally – Bullhead River Run
This desert bike party includes vendors, guided rides, giveaways, live music, poker runs, a car show, biker games, and more. Headliners for 2026 include Knowing Forever, Stoney Curtis Band, and The Priest, with several other bands playing throughout the event. The rally runs in conjunction with the Ink Mayhem Tattoo Convention, which hosts top‑level tattoo artists and includes tattoo competitions, giveaways, and more. The location is within riding distance to Oatman, Cool Springs, the Hoover Dam, the Grand Canyon, and Las Vegas. Accommodations include hotels, tent camping at Community Park, and RV spots.
MayhemInfo.com
Bullhead City, AZ
24‑26 | Leesburg BikeFest
This city‑wide rally and music event includes bike shows, contests, bike games, vendors, food and drink, stunt shows, bike displays, and more. Catch free musical performances on the Budweiser Main Stage and the Gator Harley Stage. Headliners for the 2026 event will be Lita Ford, Everclear, and Sister Hazel. During the event, Main Street is closed to regular traffic to become a motorcycle‑only area. Located in Central Florida, the area offers great riding between Lake Harris and Lake Griffin. Attendees can upgrade their experience with a VIP pass, which provides access to exclusive amenities like a private cash bar, VIP restrooms, and more.
LeesburgBikeFest.com
Leesburg, FL
April 29 – May 3 | Thunder Beach Motorcycle Rally
This twice‑annual free event includes hundreds of vendors, bike shows, entertainment, and more. There are four rally hotspots offering a variety of things to do and see, including Frank Brown Park, Crossroads, McGuires Irish Pub, and Harley‑Davidson PCB. Other rally partner venues will also be catering to riders throughout the city, including restaurants, bars, and more. The area offers scenic riding in and around PCB, including views of the Emerald Coast, rolling sand dunes, and quaint beach villages. Lodging options include hotels, condos, and campgrounds. The Thunder Beach fall rally takes place in October.
ThunderBeachProductions.com
Panama City Beach, FL
MAY
1‑2 | Steel Horse Rally
With a mission of “honoring all who serve,” the Steel Horse Rally raises money for local charities. The two‑day event includes poker runs, concerts, bike shows, a bikini contest, vendors, and more. Saturday morning starts with the official Steel Horse Rally Ride, and that afternoon includes the Thunder Through the Valley Motorcycle Parade. Attendees can park their motorcycle in the middle of Garrison Avenue, one of the widest downtown streets in America, which is closed to regular traffic during the event. On the event’s website, you can find a list of guided and self‑guided rides in the area to enjoy western Arkansas’s scenery and roads.
TheSteelHorseRally.com
Fort Smith, AR
1‑3 | Thunder in the Smokies Rally
This is the first of three annual rallies at the Maggie Valley Festival Grounds (rallies later in the year take place June 26‑28 and Sept. 11‑13). Ride out to the Great Smoky Mountains and enjoy bike games, bike shows, and nightly concerts. The Tour Ride on Saturday is a must‑do event that starts at 10 a.m. and takes riders onto the Blue Ridge Parkway, with a stop at the Waterrock Knob Overlook. The Wheels Through Time Museum houses more than 350 rare motorcycles. Other destinations include the Tail of the Dragon, Mount Mitchell State Park, the Linn Cove Viaduct, and the elk reserve at Cataloochee Valley. A weekend pass is $25.
HandlebarCorral.com
Maggie Valley, NC
1‑9 | Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America
The 30th anniversary of this charity ride starts in Sonoma, California, and ends in Charlotte, North Carolina. About 150 motorcycles will join the ride, including well‑known names like Kyle Petty, Richard Petty, Bill Davidson, Kenny Wallace, Kenny Schrader, Herschel Walker, Matt Kenseth, and Rutledge Wood. The route will include U.S. Route 50 (the “Loneliest Road in America”) and parts of the original Route 66, and each overnight stop will be a fan event for the community to come out and meet the riders and celebrities. Proceeds go to Victory Junction, a camp for kids with chronic illnesses. Find out more starting on page 38.
KylePettyCharityRide.com
Sonoma, CA
8‑17 | Myrtle Beach Bike Week
This rally, now in its 87th year, is a 10‑day event in the Grand Strand, a 60‑mile stretch of beaches along the Atlantic Ocean in South Carolina. There are four official vending locations, and many hotels, restaurants, and local businesses participate in Bike Week and invite riders to join in the fun. There will be rides, events, vendors, entertainment, and more throughout the Grand Strand. Since the rally is spread over a large area, there are plenty of lodging options to choose from. Ride the full Grand Strand for views of the beaches and ocean and to get a taste of the individual character of each of the 10 towns along the way.
MyrtleBeachBikeWeek.com
Myrtle Beach, SC
13‑26 | Run for the Wall
This cross‑country motorcycle run includes four routes and invites riders to join the ride for as many days and miles as they’d like. The ride travels from Ontario, California, to Washington, D.C., and then from D.C. to Marseilles, Illinois, and more than 1,800 people participate each year. Riders can choose from the original Central route, the Southern route, or the Midway route to get from Ontario to Washington. The Sandbox route comprises the final three days of the ride and ends in Marseilles, where a tribute is held to honor those who served in recent conflicts. Registration is $120 per person for a coast‑to‑coast route and $60 per person for the Sandbox route.
RFTW.us
Ontario, CA
14‑17 | Tennessee Motorcycles & Music Revival
This event is held at Loretta Lynn’s 3,500‑acre ranch in Tennessee. The ranch is home to the AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship, as well as museums, gift shops, and more. The event includes live music on three stages, bike games, bike shows, stunt shows, vendors, hill climb competitions, ADV and trail riding, demo rides, and more. Attendees can stay on the ranch, with options including tent camping, glamping tents for rent, and RV spots. Famous roads in the area include Natchez Trace, The Trace Through Land Between the Lakes, the Tennessee Baby Dragon, and Cedar Creek Road. General admission is $149, and camping starts at $15 per night.
MotorcyclesAndMusic.com
Hurricane Mills, TN
14‑16 | Black Wall Street Rally
This rally is a nonprofit festival that invites attendees to “explore the rich history of Greenwood, known as America’s original Black Wall Street.” The Greenwood District was once a thriving cultural hub thanks in large part to O.W. Gurley, a wealthy African American who purchased 40 acres and sold exclusively to Black residents, until the Tulsa Race Massacre in 1921 destroyed the area. The event will include tours, community organizations, vendors, live music, demo rides, a bike show, a sound competition, guest speakers, financial literacy panel discussions, golf, HBCU and Greek organizations, concerts, social events, and more.
BlackWallStreetRally.com
Tulsa, OK
22‑24 | Run‑A‑Mucca Motorcycle & Music Festival
This 24th annual event includes live concerts, a poker run, stunt shows, a tattoo contest, and the fan‑favorite “burning bike” – one bike set on fire during each festival. A Run Package is $50 and includes a T‑shirt, a commemorative pin, a $1,000 poker run hand, a $400 poker stagger hand, and one ticket to the barbecue. The event will donate $5 from each Run Package sold to local veterans groups. Winnemucca offers more than 1,150 hotel/motel rooms, 350 RV spaces, multiple casinos, a museum, restaurants, nearby ghost towns, and more. Thanks to the area’s Basque heritage, Winnemucca is home to many Basque restaurants.
RunAMucca.com
Winnemucca, NV
27‑30 | Americade Motorcycle Rally
This rally invites all makes and models to Lake George, New York, and includes more factory demos and riding tours than any other event in the U.S. Rides through the Adirondacks and the Green Mountains can be ridden guided or unguided and include catered lunches and special features. There’s also an ADV ride guided by Jim Romeo that takes riders deep into the Adirondacks on dirt roads. Attendees can enjoy the rodeo and western barbecue, the giant expo, cruises on the lake, rider training, moto lessons and seminars, comedy shows, live music, and bike shows. Americade partners with Ride For Kids and the Wounded Warrior Project.
Americade.com
Lake George, NY
May 29 – June 6 | Ohio Bike Week
The 26th annual Ohio Bike Week takes place over nine days and will include live music, poker runs, bike shows, group rides, vendors, and more. Daily musical entertainment can be found at the Barrel House Saloon, and Mad River Harley‑Davidson is rally headquarters for vendors, factory demo rides, and limited‑edition merchandise. The three‑day Downtown Block Party will take place on the shores of Lake Erie and includes free live music and vendors. Sandusky offers a variety of lodging options, from resorts to campgrounds, and other activities include the Cedar Point amusement park, water parks, dining, a theater, lake cruises, parks, and more.
OhioBikeWeek.com
Sandusky, OH
JUNE
11‑13 | BMW MOA National Rally
The BMW Motorcycle Owners of America National Rally welcomes thousands of MOA members and their guests to Essex Junction, Vermont. The 2026 event will include vendors, seminars, door prizes, a bike show, and more, including police motor skills demonstrations by Rider’s own Quinn Redeker. The rally location just outside of Burlington and near Lake Champlain offers exceptional riding in the Green Mountain State, including scenic roads and quaint New England villages. The Champlain Valley Exposition Center has 130 acres of recreational space and offers RV spaces and tent spots for rallygoers to stay on the grounds.
Rally.BMWMOA.org
Essex Junction, VT
13‑21 | Laconia Motorcycle Week
Now in its 103rd year, Laconia Motorcycle Week invites riders to come enjoy the party at Weirs Beach. Attendees can watch hill climb competitions, racing, and stunt shows. LMW also offers demo rides from Harley‑Davidson, Indian, Yamaha, and other manufacturers. The historic Loudon Classic race will also take place during the rally. Laconia is located in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire and offers excellent riding, with daily scenic rides departing from rally headquarters and plenty of other nearby roads to explore. The official hotel of the rally is Naswa Resort in the heart of Weirs Beach, and other lodging options are available.
LaconiaMCWeek.com
Laconia, NH
17‑21 | CMA National Rally
The Christian Motorcyclists Association invites riders to Hatfield, Arkansas, for five days of riding and worship, with services each morning and evening in the Iron Mountain Pavilion. The speaker for 2026 will be John Ogden Sr., CMA’s CEO and chairman of the board. The National Rally celebrates the organization’s Run for the Son, an annual ride in May that supports CMA’s evangelism efforts and has raised over $111 million. During the rally, attendees will hear news and testimonies from ministry partners. Hatfield is located in the Ouachita Mountains, with nearby riding roads like the Talimena National Scenic Byway. Registration for the national rally is $25.
CMAUSA.org
Hatfield, AR
18‑21 | JuneBug Boogie
The JuneBug Boogie in Cookeville, Tennessee, is an adults‑only rally with live music and entertainment, contests, bike games, an onsite bar with beer and food, vendors, and more. The event is located on a large private property that offers tent and RV camping and free hot showers. Cookeville is located in the Upper Cumberland, a region of Tennessee known for its wineries, waterfalls, and outdoor recreation. Ride through beautiful state parks like Fall Creek Falls and Pickett Memorial State Park, which was developed by the Civilian Conversation Corps. Admission to the event is $50 for a weekend pass or $40 for a single‑day pass.
JuneBugRally.com
Cookeville, TN
19‑21 | MOTOBLOT Motorcycle Show
This celebration of motorcycle and hot rod culture brings fans to the historic Chicago neighborhood of Bridgeport. The event will include live music, a motorcycle and hot rod show, a custom motorcycle builders challenge, and more. Motorcycle riders and hot rod drivers can register their vehicles for nearby parking, whether or not they enter their vehicle in the show. The event kicks off Friday night with the Custom Builders Reception and live music, followed by two full days of activities. On the MOTOBLOT website, attendees can search for a group ride to join on their way to Chicago. Tickets are $50 for three days or $20 for one day.
MOTOBLOT.com
Chicago, IL
23‑25 | Women on Wheels International Ride‑In
Women on Wheels is a nonprofit organization that celebrates all women motorcycle enthusiasts and works to promote a positive image of motorcycling. The International Ride‑In changes locations each year, with the 40th anniversary event this year happening in Manhattan, Kansas. During the event, attendees can enjoy speakers and presentations, demo rides, and dealer‑sponsored events. The local WOW chapter works to create a map of great routes in the region for riders to explore, and the event ends with the Banquet and Member Recognition Ceremony. The host hotels for 2026 are Hilton Garden Inn and Fairfield by Marriot.
WomenOnWheels.org
Manhattan, KS
June 23 – July 8 | EAGLERIDER Route 66 Centennial Tour
The motorcycle tour and rental company EAGLERIDER is celebrating the 100th anniversary of Route 66 with a special limited‑capacity tour. The 16‑day tour will host 66 riders and travel 2,210 miles across eight states from Chicago to the Santa Monica Pier, hitting 66 spots along the way, including iconic Route 66 locations like Cadillac Ranch, the Blue Swallow Motel, and Oatman. From June 27‑29, the tour will stop in Tulsa, Oklahoma, for the AAA Route 66 Road Fest. All riders will receive a custom Centennial Tour Riding Jacket. Pricing starts at $10,338. EAGLERIDER’s other Route 66 tours run from April through October.
EAGLERIDER.com
Chicago, IL
25‑28 | Harley Rendezvous Motorcycle Rally
This old‑school biker party, known as “The Vous,” is for adults 21 years and older. It will include live music, a motorcycle rodeo, a bike show, a wet T‑shirt contest, and other shows and contests. The event is self‑contained on 200 private acres in Western Schenectady County in New York at the Indian Lookout Country Club. The location includes 80 acres of camping, toilets, hot showers, and water spigots, as well as a general store and two stages. The Watering Hole Bar includes closed‑circuit televisions so attendees can watch the tattoo contest, leather and lace show, and other events happening on the main stage.
HarleyRendezvous.com
Pattersonville, NY
26‑28 | Thousand Islands River Run Bike Rally
Located on the St. Lawrence River within a stone’s throw from Canada, this bike rally includes a vendor area, live music on James Street, boat tours to the historic Boldt Castle, gift shops, night life, bike builders, tattoo contests, the Ma and Pa Custom Bike Show, the Miss TI River Run Contest, the Loud Pipes Contest, and the Wind Down Poker Run. The beneficiary of the event is Children’s Miracle Network, a nonprofit that raises funds for children’s hospitals in the U.S. and Canada. Alexandria Bay is home to resorts, hotels, cottage rentals, and campgrounds, as well as a diverse dining scene and things to do around town.
TIRiverRun.com
Alexandria Bay, NY
27‑28 | Born Free Motorcycle Show
This annual event at Oak Canyon Park in Orange County draws in 25,000 attendees each year and includes vendors, live music, and plenty of motorcycles. Other activities include the Ives Brothers Wall of Death and the AMCA regional swap meet. The show is structured as a “back‑to‑basics” ride‑in show and is open to all makes and models. The Best In Show winner receives a trip to the Mooneyes Hot Rod & Custom show in Yokohama, Japan, in December. Each year, Born Free gives away two or three new or old Harley‑Davidson motorcycles through a drawing. The Invited Builder Show is a fan‑favorite event and showcases the builds of 32 up‑and‑coming builders.
BornFreeShow.com
Silverado, CA
27‑28 | AAA Route 66 Road Fest
This event celebrates the 100th anniversary of Route 66 at the Sagenet Center at Expo Square in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Route 66 encompasses 400 miles through Oklahoma, making the state an ideal location to explore this iconic American highway. The event will host interactive exhibits about the history of Route 66 and showcase hundreds of classic cars and RVs. Also included will be the Pinewood Derby, mini golf, Hot Wheels races, the Interactive Art Space, a virtual reality arena, and other family‑friendly activities. On the presentation stage, attendees will hear about the Mother Road from authors, historians, documentarians, and other experts.
Route66RoadFest.com
Tulsa, OK
June 29 – July 2 | AVA International Rally
The American Voyager Association’s International Rally celebrates its 36th year in 2026 and takes place in Johnson City, Tennessee, with rally headquarters at DoubleTree by Hilton on Mockingbird Lane. Registration is $140 per person and includes admission for four days, a rally patch and pin, guided and self‑guided tours, a motorcycle show, skills games, seminars, the opening ceremony and dinner, the closing awards banquet, and eligibility for giveaways and prizes. All brands are welcome. Johnson City is in the Appalachians of East Tennessee and has many opportunities for outdoor recreation and mountainous riding roads.
AmerVoyAssoc.org
Johnson City, TN
JULY
3‑4 | Hollister Independence Rally
Centered on San Benito Street in downtown Hollister, this rally invites riders to celebrate Independence Day with live music, vendors, festival food, and motorcycle parking on the main street. Hollister is nestled in a small valley only 40 minutes away from the Monterey Peninsula. The motorcycle cruise‑in is a highlight of the event, and the Miss Hollister Competition takes place at the main stage in the beer garden. Live music at the beer garden includes three performances each day. The 2026 event will celebrate the 250th anniversary of America’s independence. This event is free and open to the public.
HollisterIndependenceRally.com
Hollister, CA
9‑12 | Harley‑Davidson Homecoming
The first Harley‑Davidson Homecoming event took place in Harley’s birthplace of Milwaukee in 2023 to celebrate the brand’s 120th anniversary. The event was so successful that the MoCo decided to make it an annual tradition. The fourth annual event will be a city‑wide celebration, with activities going on at the H‑D museum, H‑D headquarters, and the H‑D Powertrain Operations Facility, as well as local dealers and Veterans Park. Activities include H‑D facility tours, stunt shows, a tattoo parlor, the H‑D Creators Meet & Greet, EAGLERIDER rentals and tours, a cigar lounge, and plenty more. Two‑day general admission tickets start at $224.
HDHomecoming.com
Milwaukee, WI
9‑12 | Gettysburg Bike Week
The 25th anniversary of Pennsylvania’s premier motorcycle rally offers a diverse range of activities and attractions. The event, presented by Gettysburg Trading Post, will include live music, bike shows, a tattoo expo and contest, a vendors marketplace, stunt shows, a fireworks display, poker runs, and food and drinks. The event has also organized a list of riding routes around the area to help attendees make the most of their trip. Routes range from 70 to 123 miles and include picturesque landscapes, historic landmarks, local restaurants, hidden gems, and more. Bike Week headquarters is located at the PA Barn Resort Venue on Cunningham Road.
GettysburgBikeWeek.com
Gettysburg, PA
11‑15 | Deadwood 3‑Wheel Rally
The 12th annual Deadwood 3‑Wheel Rally invites riders to South Dakota to experience the Black Hills among other trike enthusiasts. The event takes place at the Deadwood Event Complex across the road from the First Gold Gaming Resort. Local ride destinations include Crazy Horse Memorial, Mount Rushmore, and Devils Tower, and the event provides maps to guide riders along stunning routes to explore Spearfish Canyon, Vanocker Canyon, Needles Highway, Iron Mountain Road, and Custer State Park. Other activities include the Trike Show ‘n’ Shine, the Night Trike Parade, live music, trivia games, a Mardi Gras buffet dinner, and more.
FirstGold.com/deadwood‑3‑wheeler‑rally
Deadwood, SD
13‑16 | Gold Rush XXXVIII
The Gold Wing Touring Association’s annual Gold Rush will take place in Bay City, Michigan, and the 2026 theme is “pirates.” GWTA was founded in 1987 and is a member owned and operated organization of Gold Wing riders. The Gold Rush is the GWTA’s annual meet‑up and includes chat sessions with GWTA leadership, a parade of lights, a talent show, on- and off‑bike games, guided and self‑guided motorcycle tours, bike shows, seminars, a chapter of the year recognition, exhibits, and other events. The 2026 event will be stationed at Doubletree by Hilton on Wenonah Park Place. Registration is $55 for GWTA members or $65 for nonmembers.
GWTA.org/event/gold‑rush
Bay City, MI
15‑19 | Muskegon Bike Time
This four‑day annual rally includes concerts, entertainment, and vendors offering merchandise, food, and drinks. The event sees an attendance of about 100,000 people and is centered at Hot Rod Harley‑Davidson. Attendees can also enjoy group rides along the shores of Lake Michigan and scenic areas throughout western Michigan. Popular activities include darts, corn hole, arm wrestling, a bikini contest, the dad bod contest, a burnout competition, a morning ride with a police escort, and more. The event is organized by the nonprofit organization Muskegon Bike Events, which donates proceeds to local charities.
MuskegonBikeTime.com
Muskegon, MI
16‑19 | ABATE of Indiana Annual Boogie
Located at the Lawrence County Recreational Park, this 46th annual event includes live music, a ride‑in bike show, minibike games, a motorcycle swap meet, a tattoo contest, a holeshot contest, vendors, free camping and showers, field events, awards for the best decorated campsite, arm‑wrestling contests, and scenic rides. On the Boogie Tour, attendees can visit points of interest to get their event passport stamped for a chance to win a Boogie Tour Prize Package. The 2026 theme is “Wild West,” and every dollar raised goes to support ABATE of Indiana’s work in motorcycle safety, education, and rider rights.
Registration.AbateOnline.org
Springville, IN
24‑26 | AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days
Taking place at the Mid‑Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio, VMD features America’s largest motorcycle swap meet, national championship vintage racing, bike shows, vendors, and scenic riding through Ohio’s countryside led by select AMA staff. Race disciplines include roadracing, motocross, hare scrambles, trials, and flat track. Join in the Lap For History to ride your personal motorcycle around the famous track, or attend an informational seminar to learn more about vintage racing. Weekend tickets are $75, day passes are $55, and AMA members get a discount. All proceeds benefit the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame.
VintageMotorcycleDays.com
Lexington, OH
July 28 – Aug. 1 | Athena Ride for Woman
This women‑only motorcycle rally takes place with a goal to “foster a community of women riders while supporting My Sister’s Place, a local agency that supports victim survivors of domestic violence in Southeast Ohio.” In addition to camaraderie and sisterhood, attendees will enjoy guided rides, workshops, games, nightly activities, a banquet, and fundraisers. Athens is the launching point for Ohio’s Windy 9, a set of nine motorcycling routes that start and end in Athens and offer curves, elevation changes, and points of interest. The college town also offers plenty of accommodation options, as well as restaurants, bars, and more.
AthenaRideForWomen.com
Athens, OH
July 28 – Aug. 2 | National Bikers Roundup
Now in its 49th year, this event is organized by a group of African American motorcycle clubs, and more than 1,000 clubs attend each year, with nearly half of participants being Black women. The event claims to be the largest camping motorcycle rally in the U.S. and includes exhibits, parades, stunt shows, entertainment, drag racing, and other activities. The event changes locations each year. Great riding roads in central Arkansas include the Greers Ferry Loop to Pinnacle Mountain, the Petit Jean Mountain Climb, and the Grand Prairie Loop. A short ride west takes riders to the Ouachita Mountains. Admission is $30.
NationalBikersRoundup.org
Little Rock, AR
July 31 – Aug. 1 | Rumble Through The Valley
The third annual Rumble Through The Valley motorcycle festival will be held at the American Legion Fairgrounds with live music, local and regional food, merchandise, free parking, and plenty of activities for all ages. The Classic Car Cruise starts at noon on Saturday, and two motorcycle runs are on the schedule. The Saturday motorcycle run will include a tour of Somerset County with a stop at the Flight 93 Memorial Park near Shanksville to honor the 25th anniversary of those who sacrificed their lives. Campsites with utility hookups and shower facilities are available for rent at the fairgrounds to accommodate tents, RVs, and campers.
RumbleThroughTheValley.com
Ebensburg, PA
AUGUST
7‑16 | Sturgis Motorcycle Rally
The 86th annual Sturgis rally will welcome riders from around the world for 10 days of music, bikes, and partying. The Buffalo Chip is entertainment central, with major bands performing every night. Attendees can join several charity rides during the rally and check out loads of customs at more than a dozen bike shows scheduled so far. Sturgis also serves as a launching point for iconic roads and locations through the Black Hills, including Iron Mountain Road, Needles Highway, Spearfish Canyon, Vanocker Canyon, Custer State Park, Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse Memorial, Badlands National Park, Devils Tower National Monument, and more.
Sturgis.com
Sturgis, SD
15‑23 | Indian Bike Week
The 10th anniversary of the “World’s Largest Indian Motorcycle Event” will attempt to set a world record for the longest parade of Indian motorcycles. In addition to the world record attempt, the event will include great rides, live music, vendors, a bike show, raffles and auctions, celebrity guests, a barbecue potluck, and more. Two ride days allow attendees to join one of several rides curated by locals to enjoy the hidden gems in the area. The event takes place at Rivers Edge Apple River Campgrounds, and shuttles to nearby hotels will be available. Registration is $100 for the week, and all makes and models are welcome.
IndianBikeWeek.com
New Richmond, WI
19‑23 | DirtDaze Adventure Rally
This 10th annual adventure rally will take place at the North Haverhill Fairgrounds in central New Hampshire across the Connecticut River from Vermont. The rally is a welcoming, immersive riding/social/educational gathering for novice to advanced adventure and dual‑sport riders. It includes guided, unguided, ambassador, and social rides, as well as half‑day training sessions led by Dragoo Adventure Rider Training (coed) and SheADV (women‑only). Adventure bike demo rides will be offered by Harley‑Davidson, Honda, Royal Enfield, Suzuki, Triumph, and Yamaha. There will also be obstacle courses, riding games hosted by Triumph, camping, prizes, and more.
DirtDazeRally.com
North Haverhill, NH
23‑27 | Bonneville Motorcycle Speed Trials
Head to the legendary Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah to watch or participate in the FIM Land Speed World Records or AMA Land Speed Grand Championship. The salt flats cover 30,000 acres and began to form at the end of the last Ice Age when the ancient Lake Bonneville, which covered about one‑third of Utah and was about 1,000 feet deep, started receding, leaving behind an expanse of white salt crust. In addition to the main land speed attempts, you can also enter the Run Watcha Brung class ($300) for your opportunity to ride on the salt flats. Spectators can get a week pass for $100 or pay $25 per day.
BonnevilleMST.com
Bonneville Salt Flats, UT
SEPTEMBER
3‑6 | Four Corners Motorcycle Rally
The longest‑running motorcycle rally in Colorado was founded by Senator Ben Nighthorse Campbell to bring riders together to enjoy the landscapes of southwest Colorado. Now in its 32nd year, FCMR offers multiple bike shows, stunt shows, a rodeo, flat‑track races, a $25,000 poker run, Harley‑Davidson demo rides, bike games, vendors, and a live painting by David Uhl, Harley’s first licensed oil painter since 1998. Riding in this part of Colorado includes breathtaking scenery on routes like the Million Dollar Highway, the San Juan Loop, Chimney Rock Loop, Vallecito Lake Loop, Navajo Dam Loop, Mesa Verde Run, and others.
FourCornersMotorcycleRally.com
Durango, CO
9‑13 | OC Rock & Ride
Previously known as Ocean City BikeFest, this event features live music, custom motorcycle displays, vendors, charity rides, poker runs, factory demo rides, stunt shows, and more. The event also includes rides to explore the Maryland coast. Ocean City is a beach town stretching along a barrier island between the Atlantic Ocean and Isle of Wight Bay. The 2.5‑mile boardwalk includes arcades, souvenir shops, beach food, and old‑school attractions. The town includes seafood restaurants overlooking the water, bars and music venues, and access to nearby natural areas like Assateague Island, which is home to wild horses and has miles of coastline.
OCRockAndRide.com
Ocean City, MD
15‑20 | Bikefest Lake of the Ozarks
This 19th annual event offers live music and entertainment, tons of bike builders, bars and restaurants, vendors, a Harley‑Davidson bike giveaway, and more. The Lake of the Ozarks area offers spectacular riding with winding roads, beautiful scenery, and rolling hills. The event offers rides with maps ranging from 100 to 184 miles that explore some of the area’s best riding opportunities and must‑see points of interest. The Lake of the Ozarks Passport Run encourages participants to visit local businesses throughout the region to collect stamps, with a completed passport providing a chance to win a motorcycle.
LakeBikeFest.com
Lake Ozark, MO
15‑20 | Catskill Mountain Thunder Motorcycle Festival
This event in upstate New York includes live music, a large vendor expo, stunt shows, bike games, a bike build‑off, a bike show, rides, and more. The 100‑acre Blackthorne Resort, where the event is based, is nestled in the Catskill Mountains and offers amazing riding. The annual breakfast run through the mountains is led by Roy Handel. The resort includes camping, motel rooms, a pool, a tiki bar, an indoor bar, a dining room, a beer garden, and an outdoor stage for headlining bands. The aerial burnout cage is a fan‑favorite experience that allows rallygoers to ride up, get strapped in, and get a photo op of your burnout.
CatskillMountainThunder.com
East Durham, NY
17‑20 | Northwoods Fall Ride
The 45th annual Fall Ride invites riders to the “gateway to the Northwoods” for four days of music, food, vendors, a bike show, fun runs, demo rides, and more. Each day starts with a VFW community breakfast, and other events include the Somo Lake Resort Ride, a 9/11 tribute bonfire and brat fry, a Harley‑Davidson Tomahawk Operations plant tour, blood drives, a police skills demonstration, and a parade. Throughout the event, Lincoln County Cycles will be offering full‑service work, tune‑ups, custom work, and more. The event supports causes for veterans like Never Forgotten Honor Flight and Wounded Warriors in Action Foundation.
NorthwoodsFallRide.com
Tomahawk, WI
24‑26 | Street Vibrations Motorcycle Rally
This rally is set against the backdrop of the Sierra Nevada mountains and extends from Reno to Carson City and Virginia City, including a large lineup of live performances, custom bike shows, scenic rides, poker runs, stunt shows, and vendors. The event hosts more than 50,000 riders each year, and entertainment can be found on seven outdoor stages throughout the area. In addition to the rally action, rallygoers can enjoy everything else that Reno has to offer, including casinos, nightlife, dining, and shopping. Popular motorcycling roads and routes in the area include Geiger Grade, Mt. Rose Highway, and the Lake Tahoe Loop, among others.
RoadShowsReno.com
Reno, NV
24‑27 | The Harley Drags
Beech Bend in Bowling Green, Kentucky, is a 370‑acre campus that’s home to an amusement park, a campground, and a dragstrip. At the dragstrip this fall, Harley fans can come out to catch the action at “Kentucky’s Fastest Biker Rally,” where they can see 200‑mph nitro Harleys, live music, biker games, a bike show, and nightly karaoke. Bowling Green is also home to attractions like the National Corvette Museum and the NCM Motorsports Park racetrack, and motorcyclists can enjoy riding across the hills of southern Kentucky through areas like Mammoth Cave National Park and Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area. A four‑day pass is $60.
BeechBend.com
Bowling Green, KY
25‑27 | Jonesboro River Rally
The largest annual motorcycle rally in Indiana returns in 2026 to welcome more than 15,000 motorcycles. The event includes bike shows, stunt shows, field events, vendors, music, and the annual Waldo Bike Ride. While you’re at the event, head over to the Remembering James Dean Festival, which is held on the same weekend and hosts James Dean look‑alike contests, live music, a car show, a dance contest, and carnival rides. If that isn’t enough to keep you busy, check out the Ducktail Run car show across the river to see 1972‑and‑older cars and explore the 400‑plus vendor swap meet. The Jonesboro River Rally is free to attend.
Facebook.com/JonesboroBikeRally
Jonesboro, IN
Sept. 26 – Oct. 3 | Smoky Mountain Bike Week
This event invites riders to the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains to enjoy fantastic riding and camaraderie. Riders can explore epic riding in places like the Nantahala National Forest and Cherokee National Forest, as well as famous roads like Foothills Parkway, Blue Ridge Parkway, Cherohala Skyway, and Tail of the Dragon. Attendees can also check out flat‑track races at the Smoky Mountain Speedway and try out a new Harley‑Davidson motorcycle from the demo fleet. At Smoky Mountain Harley‑Davidson, you’ll find live music at the Shed Smokehouse and Juke Joint. There will also be vendors, games, and more to enjoy.
SMBikeWeek.com
Maryville, TN
Sept. 30 – Oct. 3 | Bikes, Blues and BBQ Motorcycle Rally
This nonprofit motorcycle rally benefits women, children, and underserved members of the Northwest Arkansas community, and it has donated more than $3 million to local charities since it began in 2000. The event is located in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains close to scenic, well‑maintained roads. The family‑friendly rally includes music, food, and attractions, as well as the Frisco Inferno Barbecue Competition and Tasting. The rally’s 12 ride maps, available on the event’s website, offer riders plenty of ideas to make the most of riding in this area, with routes ranging from 110 to 210 miles.
BikesBluesAndBBQ.org
Rogers, AR
OCTOBER
2‑3 | Big East Powersports Show
The 32nd annual Big East Powersports Show, organized by Rider’s parent company, returns to the New York State Fairgrounds in Syracuse. The event showcases the latest snowmobiles, ATVs, UTVs, and motorcycles, as well as apparel, accessories, entertainment, and more. On Saturday, Oct. 2, Rider’s Editor‑in‑Chief Greg Drevenstedt will guide a scenic motorcycle ride through the Finger Lakes region and then return to the Expo Center to unveil the 2026 Motorcycle of the Year. Enthusiasts can connect with dealers, OEMs, and vendors, and activities include stunt shows, a vintage snowmobile show, live music, scavenger hunts, seminars, and more.
BigEastPowersportsShow.com
Syracuse, NY
9‑11 | Barber Vintage Motorcycle Festival
Located on the 880‑acre Barber Motorsports Park campus, this annual event packs a lot into three days. The BMW Motorrad Days Americas and the Isle of Triumph are where attendees can find exclusive experiences and entertainment. The Fan Zone is the vendor hub for shopping and includes a Kids Zone, a Wall of Death, and a stunt show. The Proving Ground provides demo rides from an array of manufacturers, and attendees can find plenty of rare and antique parts at the swap meet. And don’t forget to check out the impressive Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum (the world’s largest motorcycle museum) as well as a full weekend of vintage racing.
BarberMuseum.org
Leeds, AL
15‑18 | Biketoberfest Daytona Beach
The 34th annual fall rally invites riders for a four‑day party at various locations, venues, and businesses in and around Daytona Beach. A highlight of the event is motorcycle racing at the famous Daytona International Speedway. The event also includes live entertainment, motorcycle shows, custom bike builds, vendors, and beautiful Florida weather. Scenic riding includes a trip down A1A, a ride through Main Street, or a cruise around the Ormond Beach Scenic Loop, among other routes. The official Biketoberfest mobile app is free and provides up‑to‑date info about everything going on during the rally.
DaytonaBeach.com/biketoberfest
Daytona Beach, FL
NOVEMBER
1‑8 | High Seas Rally
The world’s only motorcycle rally on a cruise ship is set to board Royal Caribbean’s Allure of the Seas this November, with stops at Perfect Day at CocoCay, San Juan, and St. Kitts and Nevis. This event welcomes a vibrant community of riders and enthusiasts for concerts, theme nights, special guest appearances, pool parties, trivia, raffles, and more. The 2026 custom giveaway bike, which every guest is automatically entered to win, is a Harley‑Davidson Softail built by Xavier Muriel of Providence Cycle Worx. This all‑inclusive experience includes your cabin, meals, a drink package, wi‑fi, entertainment, port fees, and taxes. Pricing starts at $2,910.
HighSeasRally.com
Miami, FL
5‑8 | Lone Star Rally
This rally, which attracts around 400,000 attendees yearly, is centered on and around Strand Street in downtown Galveston and includes a motorcycle show, national and regional bands, a drive‑in car show, rodeo games, a tattoo contest, a sound contest, the Miss Lone Star Rally pageant, big‑rig displays, and hundreds of vendors. On Sunday morning, the Outlaw Dave’s Rally Parade will cruise down Strand Street to highlight the Galveston Island‑based nonprofit Marine Corps Detachment 668. Other rally activities will take place across Galveston Island on Seawall Boulevard. Galveston offers rider‑friendly bars, restaurants, and hotels throughout town.
LoneStarRally.com
Galveston, TX
12‑15 | Rocky Point Rally
“The greatest motorcycle fiesta south of the border” invites riders to escape the late‑fall chill and head down to Puerto Peñasco in Sonora, Mexico, for four days of fun, sun, music, motorcycles, and partying on the Sea of Cortez. The location is about a four‑hour ride from Phoenix or a six‑hour ride from San Diego. The event will include an opening night party at Playa Bonita, a charity poker run, live music, bike parades, bike shows, burnout areas, stunt demonstrations, a pirate ship cruise, the Queen of the Streets Bike Show, and more. Registration is $30, VIP registration is $50, and rallygoers will need to bring a passport.
RockyPointRally.com
Puerto Peñasco, Sonora, Mexico