California Motorcycle Events & Rallies 2026
Find upcoming motorcycle rallies, bike shows, poker runs, and rides happening across California.
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So-Cal Motorcycle Swap Meet
The So-Cal Cycle Swap Meet is America’s largest monthly gathering of motorcycle riders and enthusiasts. It is held at the Long Beach Veterans Memorial Stadium. Buy, sell, trade.
Vintage Bike OC December Meet
The 2026 Vintage Bike OC December Meet will be held at the Castaneda’s Mexican Food, which is located at 19071 Brookhurst Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92646.
David Mann Chopper Fest
The 2027 David Mann Chopper Fest will be a two-day event. It will be held at Ventura County Fairgrounds.
Bay Area Throttle Fest
The 2027 Bay Area Throttle Fest will take place at Lake Cunningham Park, featuring a bike show, custom motorcycle helmet painting, a variety of vendors, and more activities to be announced. Admission is $10 at the door.
West Coast Thunder Memorial Day Ride
Ride with us! 7,500 motorcycle enthusiasts pack the street of Indiana Ave. in Riverside to observe and participate in the tradition of West Coast Thunder. The 2027 West Coast Thunder Memorial Day Motorcycle Ride will be the 25th annual event.
Friends of Steve McQueen Show
Friends of Steve McQueen Show is an annual automotive gathering and fundraiser held at the Boys Republic campus in Chino Hills. The Boys Republic is a private, non-profit community for at-risk youth ages 13–17. Steve McQueen was a 1946 alumnus of the school and supported it throughout his life.
Ride Your Motorcycle to Work Day
Each year, on the second Tuesday, the Ride to Work Day is held. The Ride shows the world that motorcycles and scooters are great for everyday transportation.
14-Day Southwest Motorcycle Tour – California to Colorado
Join us on this 14-day tour, riding sections of the famous Route 66 and breaking out to explore the Wild West’s wonderful scenery. See fabled Roswell, Monument Valley, Horseshoe Bend, the Grand Canyon, sequoias, and sections of California’s PCH.
International Motorcycle Shows
Unfortunately, the International Motorcycle Shows were canceled back in 2022.
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Major Motorcycle Rallies in California
The state’s largest and most iconic biker gatherings.
June 9, 2027
Major Rally
Ride Your Motorcycle to Work Day
WORLDWIDE, Alabama
Nov 28 – 29, 2030
Major Rally
International Motorcycle Shows
Lakeland, California
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1913 Antique Harley-Davidson Model 9B
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“Dead Pan” 1951 Panhead Chopper
First, the 2017 Handbuilt Show in Austin did not disappoint again. In part because there was a wide variety of early-era to modern motorcycles. And one of the impressive bikes was the custom “Dead Pan.” This chopper was built from a 1951 Panhead by The Forge in Loveland, Colorado. And Josh (fabricator) and Mike (owner) […]
1929 Excelsior-Henderson KJ Streamliner
Article & Pictures by Revolution Motorcycle Marketing First, several years ago, we were at the Handbuilt Show in Austin, Texas. One of the coolest motorcycles we saw was a 1929 Excelsior-Henderson KJ Streamliner. Next, here’s some background on the Excelsior-Henderson company. In 1911, William and Tom Henderson founded the Henderson Motorcycle Company. In 1911, they […]