News Flash...every month we get a few emails from readers asking if we can list their poker run or bike show in the calendar. We always say,"Yes, send over the info and we would be glad to." However, everyone seems to be sending their information within the same month as the event. Here's the catch-to make the newsstand in time for your event we need to get the info at least three months ahead of time. "Wait, what does that mean?" you ask? If you want us to post your event info, we need time to do so. Email any info to ernie.lopez@sorc.com.
July 18
Los Angeles Calendar Motorcycle Show
Long Beach, CA
The 19th annual Calendar Show returns to the Queen Mary with tons of motorcycles and great music. Join more than 20,000 motorcycle enthusiasts and rock music fans along the beautiful Pacific Ocean. This is the West Coast's premier motorcycle show featuring top-name builders, selected exhibitors, products, and apparel. Calendar Kitten and Playboy Playmate Heather Rae Young will be this year's host of events. Included with admission is the exciting Calendar Girl Rock Musical Festival. Headlining is the beautiful Sara Haze and her band. Plus the all-girl AC/DC tribute band Whole Lotta Rosies will perform, singer/songwriters Elizabeth Nicole and Katie Cole will also perform, and the very sexy Perfect Angels dance and music show will put a smile on your face.
For more info, visit fastdates.com.
July 25
MDA Miracle Ride
Lake Bloomington Hudson, IL
The Miracle Ride starts at 2 p.m. with a big parade of motorcycles that will ride into the camp with riders from all over Illinois joining in on the fun. This is the kick-off for the annual MDA summer camp events. This year there is going to be a live band, great food, sidecar rides, and tons of activities for the kids. All money raised will go to help send kids with MD to summer camp.
For more info call (217) 351-1853 or visit mda.org.
July 24 -25
Run to the Ohio Wall
Canal Fulton, OH
The sign-ups start at 10 a.m. at Clay's Park with riders heading to the Ohio Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall at Western Reserve National Cemetery in Rittman at 1 p.m., with the first ceremony starting at 2 p.m. There will be all-day and evening events at Clay's Park including vendors, food, live entertainment, and Veterans' support groups, plus a candlelight vigil memorial. Ohio's Veterans, together with the Gold and Blue Star families of Ohio, are dedicating this year's annual run to our fallen and deployed Veterans of Iraq, Afghanistan, and the War on Terror.
For more info visit runtoohiowall.org.
July 25
Sonoma County Poker Run
Santa Rosa, CA
This run is hosted by the Redwood Riders to benefit "The Ride for Kids" Pediatric Foundation. Registration starts at 9 a.m. with a $20 entry fee for single riders. The first 250 to sign up get a ride pin and coffee and donuts at start off the poker run.
For more info visit redwoodriders.com.
July 26
Hogfest Summer Bash Bike Rally
Pelham, TN
This is a 21-and-over rally with lots of bike games, a bike show, a costume contest, and nightly adult contests, such as a wet T-shirt contest and topless bull riding. There will be live music and hot showers all weekend. Gates open at 6 a.m. Thursday for early setup, but the events start on Friday at 1 p.m.
For more info visit hogfestoftn.com.
July 29-31
Arkansas State HOG Rally
Hot Springs, AR
The rally begins on Friday at 10 a.m. at Hot Springs National Park, which is the rally headquarters along with the Austin Hotel, just walking distance from the famous bath house row. There will be many activities, and entertainment for everyone to enjoy. Registration is required on or before June 10.
For more info visit arstatehogrally.com.
July 29- August 1
Lonesome Pine Bikefest
Coeburn, VA
This four-day event will have bikini contests, a wet T-shirt contest, and a best dressed biker babe, all with cash prizes. There will be biker games on Saturday, and each day live bands will be performing with free on-site camping at no additional charge.
For more info visit lonesomepinebikefest.com.
July 30 - August 2
Boogie Bash
Rock Creek, BC, Canada
Come on out and enjoy lots of camping, live music, food, and cool vendors.
For more info visit specialeventsbc.com.
July 31
AMA Pro Flat Track Grand National Championship Series
Calistoga, CA
The series will be held at the Calistoga Fairgrounds. This is a new and improved series with an increased amount of races, as well as a vintage bike race as a new event.
For more info visit amaproracing.com.
July 31
TC Freedom Rally
St Paul, MN
The Ride begins with multiple starts throughout Minnesota with all rides ending at the Minnesota State Fair Grounds. Enjoy a rally with thousands of other motorcyclists and enthusiasts with entertainment, food and drinks, music, contests, and much more.
For more info tcfreedomride.com.
July 31 - August 1
Thunder at the Hartland
Gasport, NY
The 2nd annual Thunder Rally will have live music, vendors, bike games, a wet T-shirt contest, and more.
For more info niagarahartlandrv.com.
July 31
Oz Fest
Newberry, SC
This is a benefit bike ride to aid downed bikers and the juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation starting at the Shrine club. Registration runs from 10 a.m. until noon.
For more info call 803-924-0529.
August 4-8
Testicle Festival
Clinton, MT
This festival will be held at the Rock Creek Lodge, with lots to do and enjoy. Come on out and have a ball.
For more info testyfesty.com.
August 9-15
Sturgis Motorcycle Rally
Sturgis, SD
Are you ready for the 70th anniversary of the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally? This is still one of the country's largest motorcycle events with well over 100,000 riders from all over the world that are drawn to amazing destinations like Mount Rushmore, Custer State Park, Crazy Horse Memorial, The Badlands, Devil's Tower, and the infamous town of Deadwood.
For more info sturgis.com.