AMERICANRIDER. COM MARCH 2026 | 49 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 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
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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