Cherry's Jubilee
Monterey, CA
Sept. 15-19
You don't need much of a reason to hang at the Laguna Seca Raceway, but Cherry's Jubilee gives you a few anyway-hot laps, a hot rod show, a ride-in show, great music, terrific shopping and a parade. Visit www.road-shows.com or call (800) 200-4557for more vendor, sponsor or event information.
Street Vibrations
Reno, NV
Sept. 21-25
Street Vibrations Motorcycle Festival blends together music, metal and motorcycles with tours, parades, ride-in shows, stunt shows, retail vendors, big-name concerts and more. Flirt with Lady Luck during poker runs and special slot tournaments. Don't miss America's Finest Custom Bike Builder's Expo, flush with all the radical creations of the custom scene. Visit www.road-shows.com or call (800) 200-4557 for more info.
Bikers For Babies
Fort Myers, FL
Sept. 30-Oct. 2
This fifth annual three-day event benefits The March of Dimes, culminating in a 38-mile police escorted ride from Naples to Fort Myers. Events include a downtown bike show, a bed race and a pre-run party at Hooters. Register at HD Naples, 3645 Gateway Lane or see www.bikersforbabiesflorida.com for all the details.
October
American Heat Motorcycle and Hot Rod Weekend
Palm Springs, CA
Oct. 7-9
The desert resort cities of the Coachella Valley will rumble with stunt shows, live entertainment and retail vendors galore this weekend. Palm Springs will rock with motorcycle activities such as poker runs, car shows and bike shows. The event is open to all motorcycles and hot rods. Visit www.road-shows.com for more information or call (800) 200-4557.
Bridge City Bike Rally
Lake Havasu City, AZ
Oct. 14-16
This event is held at the home of the London Bridge-but leave the Queen Mum at home, because it will be rockin' with live entertainment, a ride-in show, a poker run and a Masquerade Parade. Vendors hawking all things motorcycle complete the package of this brand-new event. Download a registration form at www.road-shows.com or call (800) 200-4557.
Helping Hawgs
The recent launch of HawgNews.com (www.hawgnews.com) aims to provide users with a comprehensive database of Harley-Davidson and custom motorcycle parts, accessories and auxiliary products. Though still in its formative stages, the site already offers product and model reviews, as well as an events listing, featured bikes and links to related items.