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MARCH 2010
MARCH 4
TUCSON, AZ* TUCSON HARLEY DAVIDSON PRESENTS LADIES GARAGE PARTY - Learn more about motorcycling at our women only Garage Party. This is a FREE event that offers fun, beginner information for women with limited - or even no - background with motorcycles. Call all your female friends and tell them to join us for a night of fun workshops and activities during this event geared toward women who dream of riding, but just aren’t sure how to get started on their motorcycle journey. Please RSVP to mpeebler@ridenow.com or call 520-751-3389. SEE AD
MARCH 5-7
COOLIDGE, AZ* RUN TO THE RUINS – Presented by the Coolidge Chamber of Commerce, this run is for the Family Advocacy Center of Pinal County. It will be escorted by the Gila River Traffic Unit and the Pinal County Sheriff’s Traffic Unit for 90+ miles through Pinal County. There will be a bike show and bike games when riders return. The ruins is the Casa Grande Ruins. Registration on Saturday from 7:30 am to 9:30 am; preregister and save $5. You can register online or at ACE Hardware, Galloping Goose, Main Street Tavern or at the Chamber of Commerce in Coolidge. Admission: $30 per person, $35 with passenger, 1 person gets 1 ride shirt, 1 pin 1 card; 1 rider with passenger gets 1 ride shirt, 2 pins and 2 cards. 9:45 am at San Carlos Park at 320 W. Central Avenue. For more info: 520.723.3009 or www.coolidgechamber.org.
MARCH 6
CORONA, CA* 2010 OLD TOWN POKER RUN – This 34th annual event is presented by The Pasadena Motorcycle Club and will feature beautiful lakes, mountains and desert. $18/riders $10/passengers; which includes donuts and coffee at the start. Registration 7 am to 9 am at Indian Motorcycle Corona (951.371.4467) – 1611 Pomona Road in Corona. High and low hands will be awarded prizes, 50/50 drawing. Pins given to the first 100 riders. For more info or to register online: www.pasadenamc.com, 626.991.4934 or tlmckenna@msn.com.
VACAVILLE, CA* 22ND ANNUAL FREEZE YOUR ASS OFF RUN – Hosted by ABATE Local 17. Sign in 9 am to 11 am at Miss Darla’s – 110 Peabody Road in Vacaville. Run ends at Winter’s Community Center – 201 Railroad Avenue in Winters. Food, music, Hi/Low hands, prizes. $20 per person. Rain or Shine! For more info: call Smitty at 707.448.6614 or email www.abate17.org.
FREMONT, CA* 4TH ANNUAL MOFOMEN M/C OAKLAND BREAKFAST – At The Florence Bar & Grill – 37349 Niles Blvd. in Fremont from 9 am to 1 pm. $15 donation. For more info contact Bones at 510.595.1744.
MESA, AZ* PARTY ON THE PATIO & DYNO DAY – Join us at Chester’s Harley-Davidson for “Party On The Patio”. Music and free food from 11 am to 2 pm. FREE Baseline Run on our Dyno from 10 am to 3 pm. Food, friends, fun – See you there! Chester’s Harley-Davidson, 922 S. Country Club Drive. For more info: 480.894.0404 or www.chestershd.com.
MESA, AZ* COLON ALL ANGELS - RIDE A BIKE, SAVE A BUTT BENEFIT RIDE FOR COLON CANCER – Join the Colon Cancer Alliance and American Legion Riders Post #2 in the fight against colon cancer. Register from 10 am to 11:30 am at Joeta’s Leather – 433 W. Main Street in Mesa; with kickstands up at noon. Ride includes some fun stops and end back at the American Legion Post #2 for the “Angel’s Appreciation Party”. Raffles, prizes, food, libations and live music. Last bike in at 5 pm at American Legion Post #2 – 2125 S. Industrial Park in Tempe. $20/single, $25/double up. $5 meal ticket available for purchase for Angel’s Appreciation Party. $10/door for non-riders. Public is welcome.
TUCSON, AZ* 5TH ANNUAL ARIZONA CHAPTER PARALYZED VETERANS OF AMERICA (AZPVA) POKER RIDE – Starts from American Legion Post 36 ( 520.747.2700) at 5845 E. 22nd Street. Breakfast available $5-$6. First bike out 8:30 am, last bike out 10 am; 1 route map given at starting point. The route is 132 miles with 5 card stops. Closing ceremonies and drawings - 2 pm at DAV #2 (520.747.3333) – 3455 S. Wilmot Road. High poker hand $250, low hand $125, raffle prizes, live music with Five Way Street. Preregistration on Feb 26 from 6 pm to 8 pm at Hooters, 4385 W. Ina Road. This fund raiser is for the Arizona Chapter, Paralyzed Veterans of America, Wheelchair Games and Activities. For more info: Joe Chitty at 520.574.0129 or Steve Hymers at 520.258.9398.
PHOENIX, AZ* 3RD ANNUAL TEEN CHALLENGE ANNUAL BIKE RUN – Poker run to benefit the local Teen Challenge Centers. Teen Challenge is committed to fighting addictions in the lives of men, women and youth throughout Arizona. For more info: brett@azteenchallenge.org.
MESA, AZ* 3RD ANNUAL BORN 2B WILD FOR LIBERTY WILDLIFE RIDE - We’ve gone to the West, and now we are headed to the East, and hope you join us! First 100 registered riders receive a pin. Starting point: Logan’s Valley Motorsports, 1440 W. Main Street in Mesa and ends at the River Bottom Saloon, 2501 Hwy. 79 in Florence. $20/per person which includes: meal, live music, raffle ticket grab bag and more; live animals on display and a special surprise at the end. For more info: Melissa at 480.998.0230, melissah@libertywildlife.org or www.libertywildlife.org.
YUMA, AZ* CRAZY EARL’S 5TH ANNUAL ANNIVERSARY PARTY PRESENTS ARIZONA HELLS ANGELS SUPPORT RUN - Sign in 9:00 -11:00 am at Bobby’s Territorial Harley – Davidson 2550 E. Gila Ridge RD, Yuma AZ. $20.00 Donation Includes; Run Shirt for the first 200 participants, Door Prize Ticket, and Earl’s Catered Lunch. Partial Proceeds to benefit FAMILIES in NEED YUMA COUNTY. $500 Bobby’s HD Gift Card for High Hand. $100 Prize for Mileage Guess. INFO: onepercenter@hotmail.com. Hosted by; Sons of Hell MC, Yuma Co.
MARCH 7
AMADO, AZ* GWRRA ARIZONA 3RD ANNUAL RIDE THE HORNS CHARITY RIDE - Will be held at the Longhorn Bar and Grill in Amado - 28851 S Nogales Hwy. Departing at 8am. Ride will end at 2pm. There will be Door Prizes, Vendors, Gran Prizes, and lot's of Fun! Please Contact Carl 520-548-0223 for the Closed/Open Status of this event.
TUCSON AZ* 5th ANNUAL AZPVA POKER RIDE - A fundraiser for the Arizona Chapter, Paralyzed Veterans of America, for veterans with Spinal Cord Injuries to attend the 30th Annual National Veterans Wheelchair Games in Denver, CO. The starting point will be the American Legion Post #36 at 5845 E 22nd St, Tucson, AZ with the ride going to Houghton Rd, then South to the American Legion Post #109 at Corona de Tucson, with more stops and then on to the DAV (Disabled American Veterans) for the closing ceremonies. Hamburgers and Hot Dogs for lunch included with registration. Pre-registration night at HOOTERS, 4385 W Ina Rd, 85653 from 6-8 pm on 26 Feb, ride pin for the first 25 registered. Hope to see you there. FMI. Joe Chitty, USAF MSgt Ret AZPVA Volunteer #10421, 520-574-0129.
MARCH 9
TUCSON, AZ* LOS VATOS PRESENTS HOT TUESDAY NIGHTS - At Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar. 1390 W. Irvington Road Tucson AZ. From 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm. Come Show Off Your Hot Ride. To benefit local charities. Hot Bikes, Hot Wings and Cold Beer. SEE AD
MARCH 10
PHOENIX, AZ* LADIES GARAGE PARTY – Hosted by Arrowhead Harley-Davidson - Learn more about motorcycling at our women only Garage Party. This is a FREE event that offers fun, beginner information for women with limited - or even no - background with motorcycles. Call all your female friends and tell them to join us for a night of fun workshops and activities during this event geared toward women who dream of riding, but just aren’t sure how to get started on their motorcycle journey. Please RSVP to mpeebler@ridenow.com or call 520-751-3389. SEE AD
MARCH 11
PHOENIZ, AZ* LADIES GARAGE PARTY – Hosted by Chandler Harley-Davidson - Learn more about motorcycling at our women only Garage Party. This is a FREE event that offers fun, beginner information for women with limited - or even no - background with motorcycles. Call all your female friends and tell them to join us for a night of fun workshops and activities during this event geared toward women who dream of riding, but just aren’t sure how to get started on their motorcycle journey. Please RSVP to mpeebler@ridenow.com or call 520-751-3389. SEE AD
MARCH 13
PHOENIX, AZ* 2ND ANNUAL CUSTOMER APPRECIATION PARTY – Come join us for our 2nd annual customer appreciation party. FREE lunch, Charity Bikini Bike Wash with the Dirty Dogg girls, bike blessings from Pastor Jeff (Big House Inc.), vendors, raffles and storewide savings all day. Renegade Classics is at 3102 East Cactus Road. For more info: 602.595.9597. SEE AD
TUCSON, AZ* SWAP MEET / SIDEWALK SALE & BIKE SHOW – Presented by Tucson Harley-Davidson. To reserve space e-mail mpeebler@ridenow.com or call 520-751-3389 SEE AD
LAKE HAVASU CITY, AZ* AMERICAN LEGION RIDERS DICE RUN - American Legion Riders Post 81 will host it’s first Dice Run. This event is a fundraiser for the Patrick Tinnell Memorial Skate Park. Patrick Tinnell is an American Hero who was killed in action in Iraq. Entry fee is $15 and includes a t-shirt, lunch, goodie bag, and raffle prizes. For more info or an entry form, call Hank at 928.854.1927.
MESA, AZ* ANGELS ON CALL MOTORCYCLE CHARITY RUN - Angels On Call is a program sponsored by Stardust Building Supplies. Registration starts at 9 am – Stardust Building Supplies, 1720 W. Broadway Road. We will then go to Joeta’s Leathers off Country Club and Main, The Vu in Fountain Hills/Scottsdale, Hacienda Harley-Davidson; ending at the “Hideaway”. We provide no cost home repairs to qualified home owners in the Phoenix Metro Area. $20.00 Rider (includes Lunch/T-shirt/Ride Pin) $5.00 passenger (includes Lunch). For more info: contact Dee at 480.233.5108 or www.angelsoncall.org.
PHOENIX, AZ* FACE WHAT CONSUMES YOU RIDE FOR MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS - Starts at American Legion Post 107 20001 N Cave Creek Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85024; Ends at HardTailz $20 Rider, $30 with Passenger. T-Shirts for First 100 Registrants. Registration begins @ 9:30am (Breakfast included w/registration). Kick Stands up @ 10:30am, Last Bike In @ 3:30pm. High Hand/Low Hand, 50/50, Raffles & Silent Auction. This is a Poker Run with 7 total stops - American Legion Post 107, Greasewood Flats, HideAway, Roadrunner, Wild Horse West, Caps & HardTailz. Please contact me for a flyer or visit one of our ride stops. Chase Patzer 602-499-0874.
PHOENIX, AZ* 8TH ANNUAL ABBY’S ANGEL RIDE –Toso's Sports Bar & Grill will host the eighth annual Abby's Angel Ride to raise money for services and programs benefiting children in Arizona with Down Syndrome. The motorcycle ride begins with registration and breakfast at 8:00am at Toso's at 2401 W. Union Hills Dr. in Phoenix. The ride begins at 10:00am; goes to the community of Cave Creek and returns to Toso's by 4:00pm. Stops are Big Daddy's Sports Lounge at Peoria Ave & Cave Creek Rd. in Phoenix, Buffalo Chip Saloon in Cave Creek, Roadrunner Steakhouse in New River (BBQ lunch stop), Wild Horse West in Peoria and My Ole Mans at 35 Ave. & Union Hills in Phoenix. Entertainment, prize drawing and auction await riders as they arrive back at Toso's. Registration is $20 for singles and $30 for doubles. All vehicles are welcome to participate. Registration includes breakfast, lunch and ride pin. Ride apparel available for purchase. www.abbysangelride.org.
NACO, AZ* Cochise County Choppers Open House Party - County Choppers and Gay 90s Bars are throwing a Kick off the Riding Season Block PARTY and CCC NEW Location Open House. Bring in the Spring with us at the Border this March. Come have some fun, see some bikes, drink some beer, check out our new location, and have a kick-ass time! We are blocking off the street! 4 Miles South of Bisbee, AZ. 100ft fom the Mexico Border! Everyone is invited, all Bikes welcomes, Cars, Hot rods and people! 21 & up Please! Event Date/Time: March 13, 2010 12:00 PM to March 14, 2010 12:00 AM Host: Cochise County Choppers Location 3833 S. Towner Ave. Naco Az. 85620 Downtown Naco Az. You can\'t miss it! Once again, we are in Arizona, not Mexico FREE FREE FREE FREE!
MARCH 14
NATIONAL CITY, CA* SHAMROCK POKER RUN – Sweetwater Harley-Davidson, Registration 9 am. Return to Sweetwater Harley-Davidson for party, food, fun, Hi & Low Hand Prizes, Raffles, Music, all on the Upper Deck. More info: 619.477.4477 or www.sweetwaterharley.com. SEE AD
CAMARILLO, CA* 7TH ANNUAL ST. PATRICK’S POKER RUN – Hosted by Ventura Chapter California #0366. Poker run, entertainment, music, 50/50 raffle, catered food, event pin for the first 300. Pre-registration is $20 per person; after March 6th $25 per person. Meet and greet puppies on site and at Poker stops. Rain or shine. 9 am at Ventura Harley-Davidson/Buell – 1326 Del Norte Road in Camarillo. The run benefits Guide Dogs of America. For more info: www.venturahog.com.
STOCKTON, CA* 31ST ANNUAL GOLD RUSH RUN – Hosted by the Jackson Rancheria Casino & Hotel. Sign-in from 9 am to 11 am at 728 S. Laurel Street. Cost is $15; which includes refreshments, door prizes a $10 Casino Promo Play Card (redeemable anywhere on the casino grounds), and run pins to the first 200 riders. Full color awards plaques will be awarded at the casino. For more info: www.portstockton.com or 209.948.5918.
SAN DIEGO, CA* DUBLIN MOB’S PADDY RIDE & BBQ – Show starts at the shop at 11 am at 6306 Federal Blvd. Breakfast at The Harp in Ocean Beach starts at 9 am. Bands include: Deadbolt, Cashd Out, The Fooks, and Screamin Yee Haws. Grub by Hodads’ $15 includes bands, food and drink. Don’t miss the best party in San Diego, beautiful women, choppers, hot rods, and custom cards. We got it all. For more info: www.dublinmobchoppers.com, shop # 619.287.9353 or dublinmob@yahoo.com.
PEORIA, AZ* 3RD ANNUAL RIDING FOR THE WOUNDED RUN – Proceeds to help support the wounded Marines at Camp Pendleton. Ka-Bar Chapter of the Leathernecks MC. For more info: info@ironhorsevtwins.com.
MARCH 18
TUCSON, AZ* BIKE NIGHT AT THE HOG PIT – Presented by Harley-Davidson of Tucson. The Hog Pit Smokehouse Bar & Grill and Harley-Davidson of Tucson present their monthly bike night. Starting at 6 pm, we’ll have special bike parking, various vendors and plenty of giveaways. While there, try out Slow and Low smoked BBQ, original BBQ sauces and rubs, all made in-house by Chef John Mertes. Food and bar specials. The Hog Pit / Harley-Davidson bike night is the 3rd Thursday of each month. Come early and avoid traffic problems…exclusive bike parking on the east parking lot. Free admission; 6 pm at The Hog Pit Smokehouse – 6910 E. Tanque Verde Road. For more info: 520.722.4302 or tpalomares@att.net. SEE AD
MARCH 20
PHOENIX, AZ* CHILI COOK-OFF & SWAP MEET – Hosted by Arrowhead Harley-Davidson – To reserve space for the swap meet, email ahdservice@ridenow.com. The CASI Sanction Chili Cook-Off is to benefit the Arizona Burn Center. People’s Choice Chili starts at 11 am. For more info contact: Jerry Lee at 623.388.9748 or alchemistchili@gmail.com. SEE AD
BALDWIN PARK, CA* V-TWIN 101 CLASS – Have any questions about your V-Twin? Or maybe you are thinking about getting a Harley V-Twin? Well, this is the event for you. Come visit the dealership and enjoy a discussion about these big V-Twins; hosted by Keith Hurt, the Service Manager. For more info: info@laidlawsharley.com.
SIERRA VISTA, AZ* CHRIS NASON RUN – Hosted by Sierra Vista Harley-Davidson -Honoring all service members firefighters and peace officers. Sponsored by Thunder Mountain H.O.G. 9:00am to 3:30pm. This ride starts in Tucson at the American Legion Post #109 (Houghton Rd & Sahuarita). For more information contact Rudy at: 520-249-5443.
TUCSON, AZ* SPRING OPENER 2010 – Presented by Hells Angels Tucson – Show your Red & White support. Good music, good friends, good times, good food; doors open at 7:00 pm with live music starting at 8:30 pm. Admission $15, Branding Iron North, 2660 W. Ruthrauff Road. Lingerie show, photo shoot, Jager Girls, Miller Girls, expanded party area. For more info: www.HAMC2SON.COM.
MARCH 21
NATIONAL CITY, CA* SWAP MEET & HOG CHILI COOK-OFF - At Sweetwater Harley-Davidson. 9 am to 2 pm --spaces $5, call to reserve your space and/or enter your chili. Used or handmade-by-you items only please. Prize for best chili. 3201 Hoover Ave. For more info: 619.477.4477 or www.sweetwaterharley.com. SEE AD
MARINA DEL REY, CA* RIP’S BAD RIDE LOS ANGELES POKER RUN – Join us for a poker run and kickoff party to benefit RIP’S BAD RIDE XIII. Registration: 8:00 am to 9:30 am at Bartels’ Harley-Davidson, 4141 Lincoln Blvd. Poker Run finishes at Bartels’ with a kickoff party for BAD Ride XIII to follow! Lunch provided by Bartels’ from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm; live music, raffle prizes $10/hand, $5 each additional hand. All proceeds to benefit RIP’S BAD RIDE XIII. Sponsored by Bartel’s HD, Hooters, Lawndale Cycle, Cycle Gear and BACA.
TEMECULA, CA* 13TH ANNUAL POKER RUN – Sponsored by Temecula Valley HOG. Registration 8 am to 10 am at Quaid Harley-Davidson located at 28964 Old Town Front St. $15/rider$, 15/passenger; high hand winner $750, low hand winner $250. Festivities include: music, raffle drawings, 50/50 drawing, vendor booths, Quaid HD clearance tent sale, food and lots of fun. Pre-registration: www.TemeculaValleyHog.com (ends March 13th). Free event pin to the 1st 300 registered. For more info: 619.729.2104. SEE AD
MESA, AZ* 14TH ANNUAL GOLDRUSH POKER RUN - This year it starts at the Lost Dutchman MC Clubhouse in Mesa (1826 W Broadway, suite 42, Mesa) and will have the Back Roads Poker Run (about 95 miles) ending at Rockn R Ranch in Mesa (6136 E Baseline Rd, Mesa). The Rockn R Ranch is under new management and is reducing their drink prices for us to enjoy. There will be The Pure Gold for High Hand, Bike Show, Live Entertainment, and of course Arizona's Best Wet Tee Contest, in the Ghost Town setting. The Clubhouse opens at 8:00am, the first 500 get 2010 Run Pins. Admission is only $10.00 per person. For vendor or more info: billetldmc@juno.com Hope to see you there. Party on.
VALLEJO, CA* 18TH ANNUAL VERNAL EQUINOX RIDE – Starts at 8:30 am, register till 10:30 am. First led group leaves at 9:30 am, last group out of 11 am. Scenic route through some of the best countryside backroads in California. For more info: 707.643.1413 or INFO@VallejoHOG.com.
CRYSTAL, NV* INAUGURAL BREEZY RIDE – This ride is a benefit party for our Wounded Warriors. Short Branch Saloon from 2:00 pm till ? Music, food, fun, ride pins to the 1st 100 participants. This is a “boots optional” type or ride and party. It’ll be a nippy kind of ride where some will just be swinging in the wind. For more info: 775.372.1717, www.shortbranchsaloon.com. SEE AD
MARCH 24
MESA, AZ* WOMEN’S GARAGE PARTY – Calling all ladies to a fun and informative event at Chester’s HD. This is a free event from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Seminars, hand-on practical advice, refreshments, food, goody bags and a “lively” fashion show. For more info: www.chestershd.com or call Andreanne (Marketing Mgr.) at 480.894.0404. Reserve your spot as it will fill up quickly.
MARCH 25
SIERRA VISTA, AZ* LADIES GARAGE PARTY – Presented by Sierra Vista Harley-Davidson - Learn more about motorcycling at our women only Garage Party. This is a FREE event that offers fun, beginner information for women with limited - or even no - background with motorcycles. Call all your female friends and tell them to join us for a night of fun workshops and activities during this event geared toward women who dream of riding, but just aren’t sure how to get started on their motorcycle journey. Please RSVP to mpeebler@ridenow.com or call 520-751-3389. SEE AD
MARCH 26-28
WINKLEMAN FLATS, AZ* 2ND ANNUAL LONERS M/C (PRE) EASTER BASH BIKE SWAP MEET – Bike games, Honda Bash, vendors, Infidel’s Band and DJ. $10 day pass, $15 weekend single pass, $25 weekend couple pass. Portion of proceeds go to Easter Seals and the Town of Winkleman. For more info: Tucson-call Tabasco at 520.403.9861, Globe-call Grizzley at 928.425.3470, Valley-call Ollie at 602.717.9011.
MARCH 26-27
CHANDLER, AZ* SW STAR BBQ – Presented by STAR Touring & Riding Association. At the Wild Horse Pass, 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd. For more info: www.startouring.org.
MARCH 27-28
COTTONWOOD, AZ* MOTORCYCLE BLESSING – Sponsored by the Verde Valley Knights of Columbia with proceeds going to their 2010 charities: Breast Cancer Research Foundation, Fisher House Foundations for Vets and Child Find of America. Meet at the Verde Valley Fairgrounds, gates open at 9 am on both days. Admission is a minimum donation of $15/per bike. Music, food, bike rodeo games and specialty exhibits. Blessings start at noon on Sunday. For more info: www.azblessing.com.
MARCH 27
NATIONAL CITY* PRE-B.A.D. RIDE POKER RUN – Starts at Sweetwater HD w/donuts & coffee- Reg. 9-10 AM, $15/$5 pssgr. Extra Hand $5. Multiple stop route ends at El Cajon HD- Party, Food, Entertainment, Raffles, 50/50, Benefits American Diabetes Assn. (via Rip’s B.A.D. Ride June 13)—More info call Jerry Kubitsky, kubitsky@att.net, (619) 507-1481; or 619-477-4477 www.sweetwaterharley.com 3201 Hoover Ave. Natl. City, www.badride.diabetes.org or www.elcajonharley.com. SEE AD
NATIONAL CITY* LADIES GARAGE PARTY AT SWEETWATER HARLEY-DAVIDSON- 3-6 PM. Introduces the Fun of Riding and the Basics of Motorcycling for Women. Get informed and join the fun! Interactive sessions, refreshments served, please RSVP to attend, call 619-477-4477. For more info visit www.sweetwaterharley.com 3201 Hoover Ave. SEE AD
PHOENIX, AZ* VICTORY JUNCTION BENEFIT RIDE – Charity benefit ride for Nascar’s Victory Junction Gang, founded by Kyle Petty. $20/single $25/double; register from 9:00 am to 11:00 am at Renegade Classics – 3201 E. Cactus Road. Ends at Dirty Dogg Saloon in Scottsdale. For more info: www.irccharities.com or contact Jules at Renegade Classics: 602.595.9597. SEE AD
CORONA, CA* TARYN’S HOPE 4 LIFE / MOTORS FOR MITO III – Taryn Fogel is a 8 yr old Corona girl who is afflicted with a life threatening Mitochondrial disease and this ride is headed up by Officers from the Department of Corrections out of Norco. The main group of riders will leave from Corona Harley-Davidson with 3 other southland departure sites available. Ride ends at Pala Casino Resort Spa & Hotel with a party thanking the riders; joining Grand Marshall Corey Miller (LA Ink), Emilio Riveria (Sons of Anarchy) and others to help raise funds for Taryn’s Special Needs Trust and also benefiting research for a cure and to help other families. $25/per bike, riders always ride FREE. For more info: 951.310.7048, WWW.PALACASINO.COM.
LOMA RICA, CA* RABBIT RUN 2010 – Hosted by Sisters of Scota WMC. Pack ride to local resort area. Raffle, bike blessing and run pins for the 1st 100 riders. Cost: $10 per person which includes the pin. Departs 11:00 am prompt from Golden Eagle Market #2. For more info: 530-692-9467 or 530-635-7797.
FOUNTAIN HILLS, AZ* MOTORCYCLE SHOW/AUCTION – Sponsored by American Legion Riders and Sons of the American Legion, Post 58, Fountail Hills. This event will be at the American Legion Post 58 – 16837 E. Parkview Avenue. Free admission – open to the public. Bike show, Ride’In, Only-5 Classes: Women, Metric, Custom, American Touring, American Sport. Entry fee is $10/per bike. Register from 9:00 am to noon; awards at 3pm. All proceeds benefit The American Legion Child Welfare Foundation and The American Legion Legacy Scholarship Fund. For vendor space and more info contact: Mike Casey at 480.399.6087, mikecasey1957@yahoo.com or Bill Guilfoil at 480.276.4551, curblady@cox.net.
TEMPE, AZ* 5TH ANNUAL AGENT ORANGE RIDE – Join us in helping the Vietnam and Korean War Veterans affected by Agent Orange, dioxide exposure. The Order of the Silver Rose is a non-profit organization doing what Congress has failed to do! Honor and recognize veterans for their service and sacrifice. High & Low hand “Dart Poker”, raffles, 50/50 drawing and more. Sign in at Evolution Custom Cycles – 617 South McClintock Drive in Tempe from 8 am to 10 am; last bike out at 10:15am. Solo $25, with passenger $35. Pre-ride drawing at 9:45 am (must be present to win). For more info: www.agentorangeride.com or buffalorick@mac.com.
YUCAIPA, CA* SINNERS FORGIVEN EASTER BASKET RUN – Set Free Church – 13700 Calimesa Blvd. Event time is from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, admission is one Easter basket or candy. Vendors, food, live music, raffles, 50/50, Loud Pipe Contest. We will be raffling off a 2003 Harley-Davidson 100th Anniversary Sportster. Raffle tickets are $20 and can be purchased on the day of the event. For more info: www.sinnersforgiven.com.
HEMET, CA* 2ND ANNUAL RIDE FOR THE WOUNDED CHARITY MOTORCYCLE POKER RUN FOR “WOUNDED WARRIOR PROJECT” – Registration from 8:00 am to 9:30 am at Hemet Ryan Airport. Cost: $25 per rider $10 non-rider/passengers. Please make check payable to I.B.E.W. Local 1436 (no refunds) and mail them to 1070 W. Fruitvale Avenue, Hemet, CA 92543. For more info please call Connie at 951.634.8560 or Robin at 951.315.4481. Please no “Outlaw” colors or emblems.
SAN JOSE, CA* CLASSIC AMERICAN ANTIQUE & VINTAGE MOTORCYCLE SHOW & ALL-BIKE SWAP – Part of Motorcycle Extravaganza Week. 9 am at the Santa Clara Fairgrounds on Tully Road. For more info: americanbikeshow@yahoo.com or 408.242.1976.
GLENDALE, AZ* 4TH ANNUAL “LEGACY” RALLY AND POKER RUN – Hosted by American Legion Post 29. Registration 8 am to 10 am, first bike out at 9 am; last bike in at 1 pm. Breakfast will be available; ride starts and ends at American Legion Post 29, 57th Drive (between Grand Ave & Glendale Ave). $20/bike $10/passenger includes lunch at the end of the ride. Music, food, fun ride, door prizes, ride pins to 1st 150. 1st prize $250, worst hand $100. All proceeds to go The American Legion Legacy Scholarship Fund which supports children of fallen military heroes. For more info: Fred Manske at fmanske_alr@msn.com or 623.334.4680.
PAHRUMP, NV* HUMP-TO-PAHRUMP (14TH ANNUAL RUN) – Presented by Chap. A, Vietnam Vets/Legacy Vets MC. Sign-ups from 8 am to 11 am at Leather Headquarters – 4245 Boulder Highway in Las Vegas. Run ends at SaddleWest Hotel/Casino on Hwy. 160 in Pahrump. Benefiting needy vets in Southern Nevada. Door prizes, 50/50 drawing, food, live music, t-shirts and vendors. $25/rider, $5/passenger; if you pre-register, $20/$5 (VNC M/C). For more info: contact Bro. Moose at 702.348.7687 or email him at moose_vnv_lv_mc@yahoo.com.
TUCSON, AZ* BIKERS AGAINST CHILD ABUSE 1ST ANNUAL BIKE RUN – Collect cards for prizes, door prizes, food, raffles, live band, bike wash, drink specials. All proceeds go to the Cause. Registration 9 am to 11 am; $15 per person donation. Starts and stops at The Branding Iron North, 2660 W. Ruthrauff. All Bikes Welcome! Last bike out at noon, last bike in at 4pm. HELP US HELP THE KIDS.
TUCSON, AZ* RIDE FOR THE WANDA STUART MEMORIAL GAMBLE AGAINST CANCER – Presented by Old Pueblo Chapter of Arizona VFW Riders. Registration 9 am; last bike out at 10:30 am. $5 per person if registered before March 15 ($10 after). Cash prizes for high and low hands, giveaways and raffles. 9 am at VFW – 4903 1150 N. Beverly Ave. For more info Scott at 520.310.8191, 520.777.4147. vfw4903.org/riders.aspx, riders@vfw4903.org.
MARCH 28
HOLLISTER, CA* 17TH ANNUAL BIKE BLESSING – Presented by Top Hatters MC Hollister Chapter; benefits High School Scholarship Fund. Music, food, vendors, door prizes, 50/50 and party afterwards. $20; meet 11 am to noon at Whiskey Creek Saloon – 201 5th St. For more info: hog_rider_80@yahoo.com or 831.630.0284.
SANTA CRUZ, CA* 7TH ANNUAL THUGS BUNNY RUN –Presented by Santa Cruz Hells Angels. Poker Run and Easter Basket Drive. Get your tickets at Cycle Imagery. For more info: www.hellsangelssc.com or sc81@cruzio.com.
TUCSON, AZ* 7TH ANNUAL RIDE FOR THE RED- This ride raises money to fund the Red Cross services in Southern Arizona. All Bikes are welcome; more details to follow. Sign up for email info at www.redcrossarizona.org.
TUCSON, AZ* Celebrate with ABATE - Celebrate with ABATE. Southern Arizona Chapter of ABATE of Arizona. Third annual poker run. Run starts at The Kettle Restaurant, 748 W Starr Pass Blvd(22nd st), Tucson AZ. Check in 9:00 am with bike blessing beginning at 8:00 am. Last bike out at 10 am. Ride ends at Buddy’s Bar, 189 E HWY 82, Whetstone, AZ. Poker hand awarded at 1:30 pm. $15 includes scenic ride map, free lunch, free poker hand. ABATE merchandise available. Can’t make the run, come to the after party at Buddy’s. All bikes and riders are welcome. FMI Ron Kool ronabate@yahoo.com 520-207-0791
APRIL 2010
APRIL 3
MESA, AZ* PARTY ON THE PATIO & DYNO DAY – Join us at Chester’s Harley-Davidson for “Party On The Patio”. Music and free food from 11 am to 2 pm. FREE Baseline Run on our Dyno from 10 am to 3 pm. Food, friends, fun – See you there! Chester’s Harley-Davidson, 922 S. Country Club Drive. For more info: 480.894.0404 or www.chestershd.com.
VACAVILLE, CA* 4TH ANNUAL POKER RUN & PIG ROAST – Hosted by Iron Riders Motorcycle Club. Location: Judy’s Wild Wrangler Saloon, 4823 Midway Road. Signup 9 am to 11 am; $20/per person. Event t-shirt for the 1st 300, pig roast, live music, hi/low hand, raffle, 50/50, plenty of vendors. Rain or shine. All bikes welcome. Run ends at our Clubhouse, 207 Benton Ct. in Suisun City. Benefiting local and national charities. For more info: Rich at 707.315.4463, info@ironridersmotorcycleclub.com, www.ironridersmotorcycleclub.com.
CHICO, CA* 24TH ANNUAL SPRING POKER RUN – Presented by Chico H.O.G., benefiting Wings of Eagles. Bike games, club participation and long-distance ride, prizes for high/low hands, food from 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm, 50/50 and raffle prizes at 3:30 pm. $25, run pin for the 1st 300, sign up 8:30 am to 10:30 am at Hall’s Harley-Davidson, 1501 Mangrove Ave. For more info: dator1234@sbcglobal.net or 530.893.9287.
LAS VEGAS, NV* ROCK THE TROOPS VI – Help raise money for the Nevada National Guard Soldiers and their families. This year’s run is important because 850 Nevada soldiers are coming home around April 7th! Sign in 9 am to 10:30 am. High hand $400, low hand $100, raffle prizes, 50/50 and ride pins for the 1st 200 registrants. BBQ included with registration ($25). Run begins at King Tut’s Pub, 6138 W. Charleston (nw corner of Charleston and Jones). Join us after the run for live music, food and fixins. For more info: www.Post149.org or email info@alrnevada.org.
LA VERNE, CA* LA VERNE COOL CRUISES – Gathering of So Cal’s finest hot rods is extending their annual show to the Coolist Motorcycles, Free Spectator Ride-In. $ Poker Run, vendors. $10 pre-register until March 8th with grab bag. For more info: register online at www.coolcruise.net or call 909.593.6208.
APACHE JUNCTION, AZ* 1ST ANNUAL CAMERON T. HASELHORST POKER RUN – This run benefits St. Joseph’s Pediatric ICU. The ride ends in Queen Valley with lunch, bike games, band and more. Donation amount to be determined; meet at 8 am for coffee and donuts at Paul’s Motorcycle Shop, Ironwood and Superstition Springs Blvd. For more info: solidimaging@ftitel.net or 703.517.8563.
APRIL 4
LAS VEGAS, NV* SINISTER CYCLES’ 10TH ANNIVERSARY PARTY & SWAP MEET – Free food and drink while supplies last. Free vendor space. There will be in-store discounts and door prizes. Motorcycle and car parts only. Call to reserve vendor space and for more info: OK at 702.639.8657. SEE AD
SIERRA VISTA / HEREFORD, AZ* EASTER SUNRISE SERVICE FOR BIKERS – Presented by San Pedro Servants (CMA). Benefits Kids at Camp. The San Pedro Servants Chapter of the CMA (Christian Motorcyclists Association) are co-hosting a Biker’s Sunrise Service at Huachuca Oaks Camp; where a pancake breakfast will be served after the service, and any money donated will go to sponsoring kids to come to summer camp. No obligation to donate. Bring family, friends, cars okay; parking lot is a short dirt/gravel road into the camp but it’s in good condition. All are invited; just before sunrise at Huachuca Oaks Camp, 9502 S. Hwy. 92 in Hereford. Thanks and God Bless. For more info: www.huachucaoaks.com, Huachuca.oaks@gmail.com or 520.378.2200.
VICTORVILLE, CA* 3RD ANNUAL EASTER BIKE BLESSING – Sponsored by High Desert Black Sheep HDFC. Event held at Victorville Harley-Davidson, 14522 Valley Center Drive at 9 am. Ken Kiner from CMA will bring the message. Free refreshments and option ride down Route 66 to Peggy Sue’s for lunch. All bikes are welcome. For more info: 760.490.2329.
APRIL 10
BALDWIN PARK, CA* BIG DADDY BOB LAIDLAW’S BIRTHDAY BASH – This is an annual event not to be missed. BBQ, music, fun, and more. The Monrovia Police Department will be raffling off a Harley-Davidson motorcycle. For more info: info@laidlawsharley.com.
LAKE HAVASU CITY, AZ* VICTORY DEMO TRUCK – Take a test ride on a new Victory. 9:00 am to 7:00 pm at AZ West – 3198 Sweetwater Ave. For more info: 928.680.4151.
MESA, AZ* MARSHALL TUCKER BAND – Come see the Marshall Tucker Band at Chester’s Harley-Davidson during our Biker Bash IV Party. Live stunt shows, Ms. Arizona Bike Week semi-finals contest, beer gardens, bike vendors and much more. $20 for 1 day entrance fee or buy 2 day entrance fee for $35. For more info: 480.894.0404 or www.chestershd.com.
HENDERSON, NV* 4TH ANNUAL RUN TO THE HILLS – Presented by Sober Riders MC, Casino Valley Chapter. 50/50, raffle prizes, food, live music. $20/single, $30/couple, 3 pm at Lake Mead Pkwy. For more info: 702.565.9883 or www.casinovalleysrmc.webs.com.
PHOENIX, AZ* 1ST ANNUAL CRAIG CREED MEMORIAL POKER RUN – The ride will run from Buddy Stubbs on Cave Creek, then take Shea Blvd to Fountain Hills, over to Rio Verde, back to Dynamite, down to Cave Creek then back to Buddy Stubbs; a private parking area will be reserved for our riders during their Annual Bike Week Bash. For more info and to register: www.VetTix.org/shop.
APRIL 11
MADERA, CA* 4TH ANNUAL RALLY IN THE VALLEY – A full day of bikes, girls, music and fun! 10 am at the Madera Fairgrounds; $20/entry. Food, beer, vendors, bikini contest, Playboy models and stunt show. For more info: www.renegadeclassics.com.
CAMARILLO, CA* 19TH ANNUAL VIETNAM VETS VUNG TAU RUN – Presented by F Troop Vietnam Vets MC. Music, food, beer, biker games, Hard Body Contest, Bike Show, raffles and 50/50 drawing. Run pins to the 1st 300. $25/single $40/couple; starts 9 am at Camarillo Grove Park, 6968 E. Camarillo Springs Rd. (exit 101 at Camarillo Springs). No cage parking.
HARBOR CITY, CA* 10TH ANNUAL WEENIE POKER RUN – Sign in at California Harley, $25/rider $10/passenger. $200 for Best Hand, Second Hand $100, Worst Hand $50, 50/50 raffle, trophy for most dogs eaten. Sponsored by South Bay HOG. For more info: Hector at 310.486.8555.
TUCSON, AZ* 20TH ANNUAL SABBAR SHRINE POKER RUN – Presented by Tucson Sabbar Shrine, benefiting Sabbar Shrine Charities. Breakfast at 7 am, first bike out at 8:30 am, last bike out at 10:30 am. Ceremonies and drawings start at 2:10 pm. High hand $500, low hand $200, door prizes, games, vendors, MC part and equipment swap meet. Call Van El Rod at 624.2509 ex 19 for more info: 8:30 am at Tucson Sabbar Shrine – 450 S. Tucson Blvd. www.sabbarshriners.org.
TUCSON, AZ* RIDE FOR FREEDOM – Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary’s 3rd Annual Ride For Freedom. Registration starts 9:30 am at DAV 2, last bike out at 11 am. High Prize $200, Low Prize $100, 50/50 raffle, door prizes. After Ride Party 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm with live music. $10 per person $15 after April 1). Proceeds to benefit VA Hospital patients, Hospitality Room for the Troops at Tucson’s Airport, La Colina Nursing Facility and various other programs sponsored by DAV Auxiliary Cactus Unit 2. For more info: www.DAVA2.club.officelive.com.
APRIL 13
TUCSON, AZ* LOS VATOS PRESENTS HOT TUESDAY NIGHTS - At Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar. 1390 W. Irvington Road Tucson AZ. From 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm. Come Show Off Your Hot Ride. To benefit local charities. Hot Bikes, Hot Wings and Cold Beer. SEE AD
APRIL 14–18
SCOTTSDALE, AZ* ARIZONA BIKE WEEK - Arizona Bike Week is a rider’s dream. Whether you prefer organized runs and events or carving out your own path, there’s plenty of options for everyone. Our scenic terrain and amazing April weather make for some of the best riding in the country. Spend a few days exploring the Arizona desert and mountain roads and checking out the pre-rally day events at some of our favorite local watering holes. Then it’s time to really rev it up at the biggest party of all, Cyclefest at Westworld. One low admission price gets you into all the festivities. Top name builders and vendors, with the latest parts, accessories and apparel. Major manufacturers such as Harley-Davison, Yamaha & Kawasaki will be there to let you demo their newest bikes. Also included with your general admission pass; nightly concerts, featuring national headliners. Previous bands include Foreigner, Cheap Trick, Kansas, Bret Michaels, Gin Blossoms, just to name a few. Check out our website for this year’s line up www.azbikeweek.com. There you’ll find links to reserve on site RV spaces, camp sites or nearby hotel rooms at discounted rates. See you at Arizona Bike Week, the rally that gives you more bang for your buck! SEE AD
APRIL 15
TUCSON, AZ* BIKE NIGHT AT THE HOG PIT – The Hog Pit Smokehouse Bar & Grill and Harley-Davidson of Tucson presents their second monthly bike night, starting at 6 pm – 6910 E. Tanque Verde Road. There will be special bike parking (east parking lot), various vendors and plenty of giveaways. Try their Slow and Low smoked BBQ, original BBQ sauces and ribs; all made in-house by Chef John Mertes. Food and bar specials. The Hog Pit/Harley-Davidson Bike Night is the third Thursday of each month. Come early to avoid traffic problems. Free admission. For more info: 520.722.4302 or tpalomares@att.net. SEE AD
APRIL 16-17
MIDWAY CITY, CA* 4TH ANNUAL DEPARTMENT OF CALIFORNIA ALR CONVENTION – Hosted by American Legion Riders Chapter 555. Delegates from more than 45 American Legion Rider chapters statewide will meet to update bylaws and procedures and to elect and install new officers for 2010. Meetings, ceremonies and camaraderie over the 3 days of the convention. Activities will include 3 motorcycle rides. For more info contact ALR Chapter 555 President, Jeff Gallagher at 714.206.6398, ocpd44@yahoo.com.
APRIL 17-18
HARBOR CITY, CA* INDIAN MOTORCYCLE LOS ANGELES GRAND OPENING – Save the date for Southern California’s biggest motorcycle event of 2010! The West Coast relaunch of America’s first motorcycle. Event is from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm both days. Demo ride (motorcycle license required) all five 2010 Chief Models: Classic, Dark Horse, Bomber, Roadmaster, Vintage. Antique Indian Motorcycle Show, win Indian merchandise, special guests and attractions, food fair and beer garden. Indian Motorcycle Los Angeles – 1521 Pacific Coast Highway (one mile west of the 110 Freeway and 5 miles from Redondo Beach. For more info: 310.539.3366 or www.indianmotorcyclelosangeles.com. SEE AD
CHANDLER, AZ* AHDRA-ARIZONA NITRO NATIONALS – All Harley drag racing at Firebird International Raceway – racing starts both days at 9:00 am. Admission $50/weekend, $30/ single day. For more info: info@ahdra.com.
APRIL 17
JAMESTOWN, CA* SGT. BOBBY RAPP MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP RUN – All proceeds go to scholarships at each of the 5 high schools in the Sonora School District. $15/rider, includes run pin (1st 300) and meal ticket. Raffles, live music and auction. Register 9 am, run leaves at 10:30 am; back by noon for lunch and party till 4 pm. For more info: Leanin Al at 209.728.2138, Laurie at 209.536.0336, Steve at 205.586.6075 or www.VietnamVeterans391.org.
FRESNO, CA* 20TH ANNIVERSARY BIKE BLESSINGS – Presented by Frances Trujillo. Starts at 11 am with the ceremony at noon sharp; followed by a celebration. Also a community drive will be held for Fresno Rescue Mission, all new items accepted. City Hall - 2600 Fresno St. For more info: francestrujillo883@hotmail.com.
PRUNEDALE, CA* 15TH ANNUAL SPRING POKER RUN – Hosted by Patriots M/C – Benefits Palo Alto Veterans Hospital. Sign in at American Legion Post #593 – 8300 Prunedale North between 10:00 am and 12:00 pm. $15 donation includes poker hand (high/low), BBQ dinner, live band, ballot for bike show, ticket for Rider Reward prize; door prizes, 50/50 and Bike Show. Vendors welcome (free). For vendor and general info call Frank at 831.636.5956 or fmasoni@yahoo.com. Rain or shine.
BUCKEYE, AZ* 3RD ANNUAL JACQUELYN WADDELL MEMORIAL RUN & DESERT CRUISE – Benefiting the Arizona National Guard. Starts and ends at Waddell’s Longhorn Corral (exit 121 off 1-10 / Jackrabbit Trail & McDowell Road). $15 for driver and $10 each passenger (pre-register and receive a ride pin). Registration and free breakfast between 7:00 am and 9:00 am, leaving Waddell’s at 9:30 am. Prizes, contests, raffle, 50/50, live music and vendors. For more info: Tom at 623.848.0031 or eaglepromotion@gmail.com, ROAD BOSS: Jamie at 623.694.8592 or portmetsur1@aol.com.
APRIL 18
FULLERTON, CA* 44TH ANNIVERSARY MOTORCYCLE SHOW & OPEN HOUSE – Enjoy 15% off mostly everything and come to party, compete or just eat! Free bike show, free food, free band and free fun. Over $1,000 in trophies and raffle prizes. Come early…stay late. Free admission. For more info contact us at party@harleyfullerton.com or call 714.871.6563 or just visit our website at www.harleyfullerton.com.
SALINAS, CA* SWAP MEET & YARD SALE – Hosted by Monterey Bay H.O.G. Chapter. Sellers are responsible for their set-up, take down, tables, chairs, tent or canopy. Electricity will not be provided. Bring all items you want to swap. NO FIREARMS OR ALCOHOL. $20 per space, food available. 333 North Main Street.
PHOENIX, AZ* SONNY’S 53RD ANNIVERSARY POKER RUN PARTY – Presented by Cave Creek Crew. After the ride, there’s a party at Buffalo Chip in Cave Creek with food, fun and live music. Donation: $20/bike, $10/party only. Sign up 9 am to 11 am at Steel Horse Saloon, 1768 W. Bell Road. For more info: 623.790.8149.
APRIL 21-25
KINGMAN, AZ* MOTHER ROAD’S RIVER RUN PARTY - MOTHER ROAD’S HARLEY-DAVIDSON ANNUAL SPRING PARTY - Harley-Davidson Demo Truck, live music, beer garden, poker run, bike and food vendors. For more info: 888.757.1981, www.motherroadhd.com.
LAUGHLIN, NV* 28TH ANNUAL LAUGHLIN RIVER RUN 2010 – Trade show exhibits, custom bike show, factory displays, casino gaming and much more. Top name entertainment featuring: Cheap Trick, Three Dog Night, David Alan Coe, and The Righteous Brother Bill Medley with McKenna Medley. Room packages on sale now. For more info: www.laughlinriverrun.com or call 949.502.3434. SEE AD
APRIL 22
KINGMAN, AZ* EARLY BIRD POKER RUN – Registration 9 am to noon at Mother Road Harley-Davidson. High Hand, 50/50, raffle, prizes. $10 ride registration. For more info: 928.234.5082.
APRIL 23-24
TONTO BASIN, AZ* SCREW LAUGHLIN 8 – Presented by Desert Thunder MC, Sober Riders MC, Limy Riders MC & MMA Leather District. “An Event by Bikers for Bikers”. Register at the event or pre-register online at www.screwlaughlin.com. $15 per person, free camping Friday and Saturday night. For vendor info: Steve Musgrave at 520.371.1735, for general info: Snakebite at 623.693.4932.
OATMAN, AZ* BIKERS VS. BULLS – Gates open at 8 am for breakfast, event starts at 1 pm Arizona time. Bikers will ride live bucking bulls for cash prizes; will also have 7 openings for Bull Poker daily to win cash prizes. Free admission; cheap beer, good food and live music. One mile South of Oatman on the right hand side of Route 66, at the 66 Ranch. Accepting participants and competition is limited to BIKERS ONLY! For more info: Tom or Jennifer McCarthy at 928.768.3257 or email oatmanstables@mohaveaz.com.
TUCSON, AZ* 4TH ANNUAL SOUTHWEST POLICE MOTORCYCLE TRAINING & COMPETITION - Presented by Tucson Police Department. Benefits Special Olympics of Arizona. The Tucson Police Department, in conjunction with surrounding police agencies, is proud to be hosting the 2010 Southwest Police Motorcycle Training Competition. This year the event will be held at Park Place Mall. Since 1997, this event has been raising money for Arizona Special Olympics, and they receive all proceeds. Last year Phoenix P.D. hosted the event and presented AZ Special Olympics a check for nearly $30,000. Our goal this year is to exceed that amount and again make the City of Tucson the largest contributor to Special Olympics in the state. Free Admission. 7:30am.Tucson Police Department 1310 W. Miracle Mile. For more info: 520.791.4440.
APRIL 24
BISBEE, AZ* 2ND ANNUAL THUNDER IN THE CANYON POKER RUN – Registration $15 per bike or $25 with passenger. If you’re with a group of 10 or more (from the same club) it’s only $10 per person. High Hand prize is $500, plus many beautiful raffle prizes. Registration starts at 8:00 am at the Shady Dell – 1 Old Douglas Road, and the “Run” through historic Cochise County is from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. For more info contact the Bisbee Chamber of Commerce at 520.432.5421 or email at chamber@bisbeearizona.com.
KINGMAN, AZ* KELLY’S 3RD ANNUAL BIKER EXTRAVAGANZA – Bike Bash with swap meet, 50/50 raffle, bike smash, burnout box & bike show with trophies. Live music by 3-D, food by Porky Pit. Custom Chrome Road Show with Joe Sanchez. Vendors and public are free, however, donations will be accepted to benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Kingman. Noon until? Performance Specialists at Kingman Airport – 4906 Olympic Drive. For more info: www.kellysperformancespecialists.com or 928.692.6601.
APRIL 25
TUCSON, AZ* OLD PUEBLO RIDERS 7TH ANNUAL RUN FOR THE KIDS – ASDB, 1200 W Speedway Blvd. Registration starts at 10:00 am, last bike out at noon and last bike in at 3:30 pm. All stops kid friendly. All proceeds benefit the Arizona School for the Deaf and Blind. For more info or to pre-register: www.oldpuebloriders.org.
APRIL 30-MAY 2
LUCKENBACH, TX* 14TH ANNUALHILL COUNTRY RUN MOTORCYCLE RALLY – Fun new things are planned for Friday, including the Hill Country Ride and the first ever Luckenbach Shuffle. Good
Times, food, bike games, “hill country road trip”, great music line up. Cowboy breakfast (Sat & Sun morning), Sunday service and other good times. For more info: 1.866.TEX.FEST (839.3378), www.hillcountryrun.com.
MAY 2010
MAY 2
TORRANCE, CA* LOS ANGELES RIDE FOR KIDS 2010 – The Ride for Kids® is a motorcyclist’s program that helps find the cause and cure of pediatric brain tumors. Enjoy a police-escorted scenic ride around the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Registration opens at 8:00 am and closes at 9:45 am, with the ride starting at 10:00 am sharp, rain or shine! The minimum donation to ride is $35, but the more money you raise, the more premiums you earn. Riders on all makes and models are welcome. For more info: 800.253.6530 or visit the Ride for Kids webpage at www.rideforkids.org.
RIVERSIDE, CA* 8TH ANNUAL BARE NECESSITIES RUN – Hosted by ABATE Local 27, benefiting the less fortunate wards of the Salvation Army who have the barest of necessities. From 11:00 am to 3:00 pm; the cost is $10 and one (1) unopened package of socks or underwear for toddlers to adults male and female. The money goes to help fight for your Motorcyclists Rights through ABATE of California. 50/50 raffle, vendors, games, good times, food and adult beverages will be available. American Legion Post 79 – 2979 Dexter Drive. For more info contact: Kenny at 951.377.5772 or Greg-gmcvl@yahoo.com.
NEW RIVER, AZ* AZ KID BENEFIT – Hosted by Rez Riders IMC. A motorcycle accident on January 10, 2010 left this young man with a broken back and paralysis from the waist down. Please come support this young man. Live band, vendors, food, beer, raffles and more. For more info call Rez Riders at 928.713.6328.
MAY 7-9
ANAHEIM, CA* ABATE 16TH ANNUAL REGIONAL RALLY – The Best Biker Run of the Year! Canyon RV Park Campground – 24001 Santa Ana Canyon. Ride in judged bike show, bike and people games, hourly merchandise drawings, vendors, food, drinks. Pre-reg. Cash drawing $200 (do not need to be present to win). Pre-reg entry: single $30, couple $40, sign in 10:00 am Friday. Non-pre-reg entry: single $35, couple $45, sign in 12:00 pm Friday. Ages 13-17 $10, ages 12 and under FREE; all children under 17 must be accompanied by parent or legal guardian. No exceptions! For more info: www.socalregionalrally.com. ABATE of California Fighting for your Motorcycle Rights!
MAY 8
GRASS VALLEY, CA* 5TH ANNUAL GOLD RUN 2010 – Presented by The Gold Country Lions Club, with proceeds going to local charities. Sign up at 8:30 am at Higgins Lions Community Center – 22490 E. Hacienda (the day before Mother’s Day). This is a 105 mile bike run through the Gold Country. Poker run with high and low poker hands, and great raffle prizes. Lunch will be served to the riders at the Pioneer Park at the end of the ride. Cost: single $25 couples $40 (bring your Mom and she rides for free). For more info: goldcountrylions@dslextreme.com.
MAY 11
TUCSON AZ* TUCSON AZ* HOT TUESDAY NIGHTS - Presented by Los Vatos. At Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar. 1390 W. Irvington Road Tucson AZ. From 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Come Show Off Your Hot Ride. To Benefit Local Charities. Hot Bikes, Hot Wings and Cold Beer. SEE AD
MAY 15
COTTONWOOD AZ* 4TH ANNUAL LEGACY RUN – Hosted by Verde Valley American Legion Riders, Post 25 & Post 93. All donations go to the American Legion Legacy Scholarship Fund for Combat Orphans. Registration 8am KSU 9:30am. Riders: $20.00 Passenger $15.00 Non-rider afternoon Meal Only $10.00. Run Pins for first 100, High Hand $100, Low hand $50, 3 raffle prizes at each stop, plus more prizes at Post 25 with the Grand Prize Treasure Chest (did you get the KEY?) draw at each stop. Contact Lettie Irons Connell 928-567-5012 for pre-register.
EL SEGUNDO, CA* CALIFORNIA SCREAMIN’ 5 – Presented by Gasoline. Hot rods, motorcycles, kustoms; meet the artists, after party till 2:00 am with live bands, FREE!!!. For more info: www.gasolinegallery.com or 310.416.9188.
MAY 16
CATHEDRAL CITY, CA* DRA POLICE WEEK POKER RUN – The Desert Riders Association, Inc. puts on an annual Police Week Poker Run with the proceeds donated to the Police Officers Memorial Fund. Cost is $15 per person. Half of the proceeds go to the memorial fund and the other half distributed to High/Low hands. Overnight stay packages are available. For more info: www.desertridersassociation.org or contact Gene Hobdy at 760.333.3114.
MAY 20
TUCSON, AZ* BIKE NIGHT AT THE HOG PIT – Presented by Harley-Davidson of Tucson. The Hog Pit Smokehouse Bar & Grill and Harley-Davidson of Tucson present their monthly bike night. Starting at 6 pm, we’ll have special bike parking, various vendors and plenty of giveaways. While there, try out Slow and Low smoked BBQ, original BBQ sauces and rubs, all made in-house by Chef John Mertes. Food and bar specials. The Hog Pit / Harley-Davidson bike night is the 3rd Thursday of each month. Come early and avoid traffic problems…exclusive bike parking on the east parking lot. Free admission; 6 pm at The Hog Pit Smokehouse – 6910 E. Tanque Verde Road. For more info: 520.722.4302 or tpalomares@att.net. SEE AD
MAY 21-23
HEBER, AZ* 2010 ROAD RUNNER RALLY – Join your friends in the tall pines of Northern Arizona at Camp Shadow Pines in Heber. A weekend of great riding, food and camping awaits you. Your rally fee includes camping and dinner Friday and Saturday night, continuous coffee, clean restrooms and hot showers. Evening entertainment, door prize drawing and tech sessions are planned. Open to all bikes, pre-register early to ensure availability and supplies are limited. For more info: www.azbeemers.org/rally2010.php.
MAY 22
ANTIOCH, CA* 2ND ANNUAL POKER RUN FOR EPILEPSY – Presented by Cards For A Cause. This 5 stop poker run benefits the Epilepsy Foundation of Northern California. $20 pre-sale or $25 at registration which is from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Red Caboose – 210 Fulton Shipyard. Raffles, BBQ and live music with the Brentwood Blues Band at the last stop at Bon Gusto’s Bar in Byron. For more info, pre-sale tickets contact Don at 925.913.0511 or don@cardsforacause-events.org. Visit the website at www.cardsforacause-events.org.
MAY 23
MOORPARK, CA* METAL MAYHEM BIKE SHOW & PARTY – The Legend Returns after a one year hiatus. This is a free event the whole family can enjoy. Great food, lots of vendors, live band, and a DJ to keep the parking lot hoppin’. This is an invitational bike show with FREE entry. $2,500 in cash and prizes to be awarded during the day. To enter your bike, submit 6 photos of your bike and your contact info to: info@SimiHarley.com. Vendors wanted, send your request to Paul@SimiHarley.com.
ALBUQUERQUE, NM* ALBUQUERQUE RIDE FOR KIDS – Journal Pavilion 5601 University SE The Ride for Kids® program supports the efforts of the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation (PBTF) to find the cause and cure for childhood brain tumors. Registration opens at 8:00 am and closes at 9:45 am, and the police-escorted ride starts at 10:00 am sharp, rain or shine! The minimum donation to ride is $35, but the more money you raise, the more premiums you earn. For location of event and more info: 800.253.6530.
MAY 28
SELIGMAN, AZ* 15th ANNUAL BTW SELIGMAN AZ TRIKE-IN - Greetings to all, I am pleased to announce we have our flier up and ready to view for our 15TH Annual Seligman Trike-In on Memorial Day Weekend. Please view our web site for the flier and registration form at http://www.btw-west-endchapter.com/. BTW'S West~End Chapter's "Seligman Arizona's Trike In 2010 "15Th Anniversary" May 28~31 Trike In, Bike In, Drive In or just Walk In to a "Fantastic 3 day event". Games, Food, Prizes, Auctions and Raffles await. Dance the night away at the worlds famous "Snow Cap Drive In". Have a delicious BBQ Lunch with the Chamber Of Commerce in the town's Park. Poker Run, Scavenger Hunt, Whip Cream Pie Throwing. Numerous on and off Trike/Bike Games. **Take a chance to win a brand new G.P.S**. Be one of the Early Birds to send your Registration in for a chance to win a $50.00 Visa Gift Card. $30.00 Single or $40.00 for a couple for a wild and eventful weekend of Fun and Unity.
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