Charlotte Convention Center, 501 South College Street, Charlotte, NC 28202
The Progressive® International Motorcycle Shows® is excited to return to North Carolina this year for a three day series, running Friday, Feb. 24 – Sunday, Feb. 26, 2012, with a change of city and venue and now hosted in Charlotte at the Charlotte Convention Center. The Show will host a variety of can’t-miss events, including gravity-defying performances from the Smage Bros Stunt Show, a “Dream Pavilion” presented by Schuberth Helmets featuring a selection of the industry’s most coveted luxury bikes, the Kawasaki Design-A-Bike digital paint display, a vintage motorcycle showcase as part of “A Century of Motorcycling” Presented by Motorcyclist Magazine, plus numerous informational seminars on new motorcycle technology, maintenance tips, gear, apparel and accessory suggestions. Attendees can expect over 20 motorcycle manufacturers, hundreds of bikes on display and new model debuts from a selection the industry’s top brands, including Aprilia, Beta, Bombardier (BRP), Darwin, Ducati, Erik Buell Racing, Gas Gas, Harley-Davidson, Honda, Husqvarna, Indian, Kawasaki, KTM, Moto Guzzi, MV Agusta, Norton, Star, Suzuki, Triumph, Victory, Yamaha and Zero Motorcycles. For motorcycle enthusiasts, beginners and even aspiring riders, the Charlotte Motorcycle Show is the ultimate destination for new motorcycles, gear, accessories, apparel and entertainment.
The Checkered Flag Run is a weekend in Arizona hosted by the Phoenix International Raceway, Talking Stick Resort and Casino, Hacienda Harley-Davidson and Second II None MC Phoenix Chapter. The weekend culminates with motorcycle rides to Phoenix International Raceway to watch NASCAR Drivers tear up the track in the Basha’s Supermarket NASCAR Nationwide Series race, Saturday March 2nd, 2012.
Reservations: 1(866) 877-9897 or Checkered Flag Run Hotels
Special Checkered Flag Run Rate using code: CFR2012
9800 East Indian Bend Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Checkered Flag Run Meet and Greet at Hacienda Harley Davidson
Friday, March 2nd, 2012 from 6 PM – 10 PM
Saturday
Checkered Flag Run – Paul Yaffe’s Bagger Nation Bike Show at the Basha’s Supermarket NASCAR Nationwide Series race
Saturday, March 3rd, 2012 from 9 AM – 12 PM
(All bikes must be present at 8 AM at PIR Gate 4 to be in Bike Show)
Avondale, AZ
(602) 252-2227
Basha’s Supermarket NASCAR Nationwide Series Race at Phoenix International Raceway
Special Guest
Saturday, March 3rd, 2012 from 1 PM- 5 PM
Avondale, AZ
(602) 252-2227
Checkered Flag Leather & Lace Ball at Talking Stick Resort and Casino
Saturday, March 3rd, 2012 from 9 PM – 2 AM
A. Philip Randolph Heritage Park: 1069 A. Philip Randolph Blvd, Jacksonville Fl 32206
R4R has teamed up with the Colon Cancer Alliance to set this weekend aside in March which is Colon Cancer Awareness Month to stand together in the efforts to help find a cure by bringing together MCs, MMs, SCs, and RCs together for this cause.
Gathering point begins at Jacks Custom Cycles at 1500 West Main Street Lexington, SC 29072. From there, participants will ride to 5 locations and end at Bunkys in Lexington for festivities.
Participants pull a poker card from each location. The hand is completed at Bunkys with live music by Danielle Howle and Outshine, along with an assortment of drinks and food! A single rider is $15; a double is $25. An additional person is $10. The more the merrier! Proceeds go to the SC Autism Society!
60 Noble Blvd., ( Wal-Mart parking lot ) Carlisle, PA 17013
$5 Donation for Bike Blessing; $10 Donation for Bike Blessing & Show. Benefiting Carlisle Cares Emergency Shelter. Trophies will be award for each category: 1st/2nd Place Cruising/Touring, Sport, & Custom. The Best of Show trophy which will be about 4ft. will be presented... last.
YOU DONT NEED A MOTORCYCLE TO COME OUT AND SUPPORT THIS LOCAL SHELTER. WE WILL BE ACCEPTING DONATIONS THE DAY OF THE EVENT OR YOU CAN MAIL YOUR DONATION PAYABLE TO CRUIZIN DOGGS MC, AND PUT CARLISLE CARES ON THE MEMO LINE, PO BOX 441, CARLISLE, PA 17013.
RAIN DATE - 2012APRIL08 - 12:00pm
www.CRUIZINDOGGSMCCAARLISLE.com
Local 798 (formally the Local 801 Union Hall
313 South Jefferson Street
Dayton, Ohio
Music by ZULUZS own DJ Killer
Largest Club in Attendance (160 or more ) $2000.00
Largest Club in State (60 or more) $500.00
Largest Club out-of-State (60 or more) $500.00
Longest Distance Club (40 or more) $500.00
Must come from a Distance of 300 miles or more
Largest Club in City (30 or more) $200.00
Largest Ladies club (10 or more) $100.00
Torphies will be award for the following:
Best Dress MC (3 or more)
Largest SC, Van Club (10 or more)
Scotter Bum
Northern Virginia Buffalo Soldiers Motorcycle Club
Vienna Elks Lodge (James H. Hayes)
250 Nutley Street N.W.
Vienna, Va. 22180
Vienna Elks Lodge (James H. Hayes)
Food for Sale, Activities for Kids, 50/50 Raffle and Prizes, Bike Show, Car Show, DJ & Live Band, $10, Vendors welcome, please call for more information.
1575 Straight Path Wyandanch, NY 11798 please text 516 313-1186 for any further information or email pla8796405@aol.com or clubhouse 631 643-7594
Join us for our 30th Annual Bike Blessing for the year 2012.take the Blessed Ride then come on back to our clubhouse for some mingling clubhouse 631 643-7594
Registration, lunch, and entertainment will start at Noon with Kick stands up at One. Carpet Plus is our host and thier store can be located at 1900 SW 41st Street Topeka, KS 66609.
Join the 3rd Annual Ride 4 TARC to enjoy some great food, entertainment, and a thundering ride for a fantastic cause. All proceeds will benefit TARC, a local non-profit that provides services for those with developmental or related disabilities. Pre-registration is available at our website for $20 for rider and $5 for a passenger until the 15th of May. Registration after the 15th is $25 with an additional $7 for rider which includes lunch!
Starting location is Captains Cove/ Mountain Spring Restaurant 2619 Hill Road, Reading, PA
Saving Second Base. $20 entry fee includes event t-shirt. Stops at local strip bars & a topless bike wash. $500 cash prize for best hand. Proceeds donated to Breast Cancer Support Services of Berks County. Door prizes galore! Hot Tubs, Topless Bike Wash and more!
Gettysburg Days Inn
865 York Rd.
Gettysburg, PA
http://www.daysinn.com/hotels/pennsylvania/gettysburg/days-inn-gettysburg/maps-directions?
The Mid-Atlantic Women’s Motorcycle Rally celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2012. This women-only event will feature bike shows, nightly live entertainment, a parade, banquet, silent auction, and much more! The rally raises funds to benefit cancer support charities Pink Out! and H.O.P.E. Come meet awesome women within the motorcycle community, and of course, RIDE!
For more info: Cyndi Brandt 410-468-3388 , info@mawmr.org
Harrisburg Postal Gun Club
1500 Roberts Valley Road
Harrisburg, Pa. 17110
21st Anniversary Weekend, hospitality night Friday for early arrivals at clubhouse 6 PM until. Saturday is the main event 12 til 7 pm in the park with DJ, food, field games and bike show with trophies awarded for various categories. Most represented MC/SBC 10 or more takes home 10 Ft. trophy. Donation $20
After party at clubhouse.
Yorkville American Legion
9054 Rt. 34 (corner of Rt. 34 & Tuma Rd.)
Yorkville, IL 60560
Benefit for Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Research. All Riders & Bikes welcome. Door Prizes. $10.00 in advance or $15.00 at the door. Includes a commemorative pin for the first 150 registered participants. Ride happens rain or shine. Coffee/Donuts in the morning & Sub Sandwiches in the afternoon.
Gouglersville Fire Co. Picnic grounds 475 Mohns Hill Road Reading, PA 19608
Its our 16th year doin it. 1pm to 6pm at Gouglersville Fire Co. Picnic grounds. $20 includes platter of chicken or pork and mug for unlimited beverages, presidents are free. Biker games, bike show, trophies for Most Rep Club in State & Out of State, Furthest Distance Male and Female Riders, Furthest Distance Club, Most rep Social Club, Appreciation Plaques for all.
Tarrant County Community College Southeast Campus
2100 Southeast Parkway, Arlington, TX 76018
We are a non-profit organization that assists breast cancer patients with healing in comfort after surgery. All proceeds that are raised will go to provide the Ultimate Healing Kit to patients at local hospitals and surgery centers. Our goals include bringing awareness to the community about the needs of breast surgery patients.
Tarrant County Community College Southeast Campus
2100 Southeast Parkway, Arlington, TX 76018
We are a non-profit organization that assists breast cancer patients with healing in comfort after surgery. All proceeds that are raised will go to provide the Ultimate Healing Kit to patients at local hospitals and surgery centers. Our goals include bringing awareness to the community about the needs of breast surgery patients.
Toy Run for the kids of the P.A.L. Unit (Boys & Girls Club)
Outsiders MC
Clubhouse 1102 Nichols Street (Google & GPS 701 Robeson Street), Reading, PA
Meeting at the Clubhouse from 11am to 12pm. Kickstands up at NOON SHARP! Parade through Reading to PAL Unit. Please bring a new unwrapped toy or a $10 donation. After Party from 1:30 to 6pm @ the Clubhouse - FREE EVENT
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ONGOING EVENTS
Aftermath Sunday
THE POSSEE CLUBHOUSE
Every Sunday
4:00 PM - Until
340 N James McGee Boulevard
Dayton, OH
For Info: 937-268-5320
Bike Night
FRANK'S PLACE
Every Sunday
3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
13678 Jefferson Davis Hwy.
Woodbridge, VA
For Info: 571-247-3016 bckc65@yahoo.com
Family Bike Knight
MCDONALD'S
Every Sunday
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
721 Cedar Crest Blvd.
Allentown, PA
Monthly Birthday Bash
PEACE MAKERS CLUB HOUSE
4th Sunday of the month
7:00 PM - 12:00 AM
1575 Straight Path
Wyandanch, NY
For Info: 516-313-1186 or
631-643-7594 bpee23@aol.com
Football Sunday
BANDERLEROS MC
(Every Sunday During Football Season)
12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
The Players Lounge
2737 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue SE
Washington DC
For Info: 202-345-7064
Bike Night
HYPERLINK CAFE
Every Tuesday
814 West Grace Street
Richmond, VA
For Info: 804-254-1701 www.hyperlinkva.com
Bike Night
VICTORY MOTORCYCLES
OF L.L.
2nd Thursday
389 Ft. Salonga Road
Northport, NY
For Info: 631-754-6134 www.victory-vipermotorcycles.com
9th Hole
REAL POUNDERS & APPLE BOTTOM BABES
Every Thursday
Dayton, OH
For Info: 937-248-6698 or
937-248-6698
Bike Night
GET LOW RYDERZ MC/SC
Every Other Thursday
7:00 PM - 2:00 AM
So Focuzed Lounge
1704-06 E. Main Street
Richmond, VA
For Info: 202-351-2823 luckydyme@ymail.com www.get-low-ryderz.com
Bike Night
INDEPENDENT CEE CEE RIDERS OF PA
Every Friday Night
6:30 PM - 2:00 AM
ICC's Clubhouse
327-329 Highland Avenue
Chester, PA 19013
For Info: 484-888-0788 khynson@360crm.net
Bike Night
Same Wind Riders M.C.
Last Friday Every Month
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
JT's Bourbon Street Grille
1407 North Main Street
Rockford, IL 61103 USA
For info: 815-914-7971 wes@samewind.com www.samewind.com
Friday Night Fish Fry
Lamont's Entertainment Complex
Every Friday
5:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Lamont's Entertainment Complex
4400 Livingston Rd.
Pomonkey, Md 20640
For info: (301) 283-0225 charllamonts@aol.com
Biker Social Saturdays
MOCA LATTE' DIAMOND EXCHANGE
Every Saturday
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Holidays Bar & Grill
41 Shipping Pace
Baltimore, MD
For Info: 410-710-9953 or
443-562-3200 devadiamond@yahoo.com
NEW MEXICO FREE WHEELERS
Motorcycles Street/Dual Sport
Second Saturdays
9:00 AM
Abeelina's Espanola coaster@vla.com
ACE CAFE LONDON
Monthly Meets
6:00 PM - Until
Ace Cafe London
Ace Corner
North Circular Road
Stonebridge, London
USA: 001-44-020-8961-1000
Euro: (0044)-44-020-8961-1000 www.ace-cafe-london.co
1st Sunday: Vmax Club UK
1st Monday: Twist n' Go Night
2nd Tuesday: WIMA (Women's
International Motorcycle Association)
2nd Wednesday: Brit Bike Night
with Triumph
3rd Wednesday: Streetfighter &
Super Moto (MCN Bi-Monthly)
1st Thursday: Mod n' Mini
(Classic Scooters)
3rd Thursday: XJR O.C. & Scooters
Last Thursday: Harley Night
1st Friday: Bike Night
2nd Friday: Bike Night & Bandits
(BOCGB)
3rd Friday: Bike Night & Rockers n'
Classic Special
Last Friday: Bike Night &
Performance n' Fast Bikes Special
TO RECEIVE AN EMAIL 3 DAYS BEFORE THE EVENT.