Alabama is home to numerous motorcycle events.
Alabama has a lot to offer the motorcycle enthusiast. In addition to scenic highways to travel, several cities host motorcycle events. Whether you are interested in a poker run to raise money for a local charity or a bike rally complete with parties and contests, you are sure to find what you are looking for right in the heart of Dixie.
Bama Bike Fest
Bama Bike Fest in Forkland offers three parties each year to benefit the National Kidney Foundation. The parties are held on private property, and only adults age 21 and up are admitted. The $30 entry fee supports the foundation. The festival offers free primitive camping sites and free hot showers. Limited RV hookups are available as well.
Bama BikeFest
16971 Highway 43
Forkland, AL 36740
334-289-5213
bamabikefest.com
Alabama H.O.G. Rally
The Alabama Harley Owner's Group, or H.O.G., Rally is held in May. The rally is a "rolling rally" beginning in Dothan, traveling to Montgomery and ending in Mobile. The rally includes tech presentations by Harley-Davidson in each city. Additionally, there are games to play and parties to attend. The multiple routes between cities serve as poker runs where riders are eligible to win prizes.
Alabama Harley Owner's Group Rally
205-426-2952
alstatehogrally.com
Trail of Tears Commemorative Motorcycle Ride
The Trail of Tears Commemorative Motorcycle Ride begins in Bridgeport and ends in Waterloo. It is held the third Saturday in September each year. There is no registration required to participate, and there are no fees charged. Anyone can ride, and all motorcycles are welcome. The Trail of Tears Commemorative Motorcycle Ride is the largest annual motorcycle ride in the United States. It recognizes the route taken by Cherokee, Creek, Seminole, Choctaw and Chickasaw nations who walked the original Trail of Tears and commemorates their journey.
Trail of Tears Commemorative Motorcycle Ride
al-tn-trailoftears.net
Vulcan Bike Week
O'Reilly Auto Parts sponsors Vulcan Bike Week in Birmingham beginning in June 2010. Competitions are featured for many bike categories. Prizes available include cash prizes as well as three motorcycles to be given away. Drag races offer bragging rights and a $90,000 total purse. Vendors are welcome. Live concerts will provide entertainment. The event is family-friendly, and kids are welcome.
G Entertainment LLC
1004 Avocado Circle
Birmingham, AL 35214
205-542-6560
vulcanbikeweek.com
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