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May  2012

Women's Rider Contest at Tifton Harley-Davidson

May 1 - 31

Tifton: Women's Rider Contest at Tifton Harley-Davidson. Throughout the month of May, Tifton H-D is having a women's rider contest for Women's Rider Month. All you have to do is check in with the service department on or after May 1st and then check in by May 31st with your miles. The Woman with the most miles accrued during the month will receive a gift certificate from Tifton H-D! Ride on, ladies! We are conveniently located off I-75 at exit 61.

Address: 49 Casseta Road Georgia

Contact info:

contacthd@thecreekhd.com

(229) 387-8855

Website

Women's Rider Contest Mountain Creek H-D

May 1 - 31

Dalton: Women's Rider Contest Mountain Creek H-D. Throughout the month of May, Mountain Creek H-D is having a women's rider contest for Women's Rider Month. All you have to do is check in with the service department on or after May 1st and then check in by May 31st with your miles. The Woman with the most miles accrued during the month will receive a gift certificate from Mountain Creek H-D! Ride on, ladies!

Address: 1001 Market St Georgia

Contact info:

706-370-7433

Website

Thunder Beach Spring Rally

May 2 - 6

Panama City Beach, FL: Thunder Beach Spring Rally. Each of Thunder Beach's Official Venues across Panama City Beach offers riders a different environment with unique amenities. Every Venue has a variety of vendors offering a wide array of products and services of interest to any motorcycle enthusiast. Each venue offers FREE PARKING and there is never a gate charge to access any of our venues - holding true to our moniker that Thunder Beach is "The Most Biker Friendly FREE Rally in the U.S." Take a demo ride (when offered), outfit your bike or your wardrobe, have a great seafood dinner overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, or enjoy the live entertainment you'll find at Thunder Beach venues, as well as many sponsored restaurants and clubs.

Contact info:

Website

32nd Annual Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Southern Nationals

May 4 - 6

Commerce: 32nd Annual Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Southern Nationals. Atlanta Dragway. One of NHRA's long-established events, this belle of the South has gained a reputation as one of the tougher events on the tour to win. With summer approaching, warm temperatures can turn the event into "Hotlanta" and throw crew chiefs a curve as they try to glue their charges to the facility's 660-foot concrete launchpad. The event is the third on the schedule to feature the high-revving 190-mph Pro Stock Motorcycles.

Address: 500 E. Ridgeway Road Georgia

Contact info:

404-249-6400

Website

Pancake Breakfast and Blessing of the Bikes & Riders

May 4

Panama City Beach: Pancake Breakfast and Blessing of the Bikes & Riders. From 8-10am at Gulf Beach Baptist Church. Donations accepted for Orphanage Emmanuel in Honduras. Brothers & Sisters who ride are making this happen by giving their time, skills and love.

Contact info:


Thunder In The Smokies Spring Rally

May 4 - 6

Maggie Valley, SC: Thunder In The Smokies Spring Rally.

Contact info:

Website

Twisted Spoke Spring Rally

May 4 - 6

Pulaski, TN: Twisted Spoke Spring Rally. $30 3 Day Pass/$20 Saturday Only. Adult event. Must BE 21 & Over with ID. BYOB, free hot showers, field games, bike show, bands, contests and vendors.

Contact info:

Website

In Store Silent Auction

May 5 - 6

Roswell: In Store Silent Auction. Come to Killer Creek Harley-Davidson to bid on some of our most popular Parts, Accessories, MotorClothes Merchandise, Service and Labor. We'll have a bike in the auction too! The Silent Auction is held the first Saturday and Sunday of each month during normal business hours.

Address: 11480 Alpharetta Hwy Georgia

Contact info:

Mandi Harris

mharris@killercreekharley.com

770-777-1000

Website

2012 Extra Mile-Ride to Live

May 5

Kennesaw: 2012 Extra Mile-Ride to Live. Meet at Hooters in Kennesaw for lunch & opening ceremony then Extra Mile Members ride to High Valley Resort in Suches. Lodging, dinner, silent auction & entertainment provided.

Address: 2102 Old Highway 41 NW Georgia

Contact info:

Jessica Dunkinson

404-320-7100 x3057

Website

2nd Annual Ride for Research

May 5

Roswell: 2nd Annual Steel Horses Ride for Research. Benefits Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Cardiac Programs. Registration begins 9:30am at Killer Creek H-D, kickstands up at 11am. $35/bike, $15/passenger.

Address: 11480 Alpharetta Hwy Georgia

Contact info:

Website

Cinco de Mayo at Tifton Harley-Davidson

May 5

Tifton: Cinco de Mayo at Tifton Harley-Davidson. 12pm - 4pm. Finally Cinco de Mayo is on a Saturday! Join Tifton Harley-Davidson in saying "oh" to Mexico! Jalapeno eating contest, take a bite of that spiciness! Live music, Margaritas, tortilla toss, build your own taco bar, and much more! Join us for some Cinco de Mayo awesomeness! We are conveniently located off I-75 at exit 61.

Address: 49 Casseta Road Georgia

Contact info:

contacthd@thecreekhd.com

(229) 387-8855

Website

Cinco de Mayo Bash at Mountain Creek H-D

May 5

Dalton: Cinco de Mayo Bash at Mountain Creek H-D. Aye aye! 12pm-4pm. Finally Cinco de Mayo is on a Saturday! Join Mountain Creek Harley in saying "oh" to Mexico. Jalapeno eating contest, live music, Margaritas, Tortilla Toss, build your own taco bar, and much more! It's going to mucho fantistico!

Address: 1001 Market St Georgia

Contact info:

706-370-7433

Website

Wings for Humanity Poker Run

May 5

Winder: Wings for Humanity Poker Run. Sponsored by Wingmen MC. Benefits Barrow Habitat for Humanity - house # 14.

Contact info:

Website

Rally in the Smokeys

May 6 - 9

Vonore, TN: Rally in the Smokeys. BBQ, Scenic Ride, Food, Refreshments, Live Music, Door Prizes, Entertainment.

Contact info:

grantcad@gmail.com

423-442-3731


KCHD-U Basic Rider Course

May 10 - 13

Roswell: Interested in learning to ride or want to brush up on your basic riding skills? Join us for the KCHD-U Basic Rider Course in partnership with the Motorcycle Safety Foundation in Alpharetta. This is a license waiver class. Cost is $300 per person. Class times: Thursday 6:30-8:30pm at KCHD; Friday 6-9pm at KCHD; Saturday 8am-5pm at MSF and Sunday 8am-2pm at MSF and 2-5pm at KCHD.

Address: 11480 Alpharetta Hwy Georgia

Contact info:

Mandi Harris

mharris@killercreekharley.com

770-777-1000

Website

Asheville Bikefest

May 10 - 13

Fletcher, NC: Asheville Bikefest.

Contact info:

Website

Rally At The Strip II

May 10 - 13

Newport, TN: Rally At The Strip II. Featuring Jasmine Cain. Helicopter rides, waterslide, zipline, hot air balloons, vendors, midget toss and dirt drags. 359 Pecos Rd.

Contact info:

Website

Myrtle Beach Bike Week

May 11 - 20

Myrtle Beach SC: Myrtle Beach Bike Week. All motorcycles and all motorcycle enthusiasts are always welcome at all the events Myrtle Beach Bike Week promotes. Everyone is Welcome and it has always been this way. The business Bike Week generates can be felt in the Grand Strand and the surrounding states of SC. On the Grand Strand, Myrtle Beach Bike Week Spring Rally is in Murrells Inlet SC, where we have had events or a presence for decades. Why the Change? With all the restrictions put in place by the different cities, and elected officials of Horry County the time has come to expand beyond these borders. We are expanding with new events to our north, to our south and to our west.

Contact info:

Website

Mothers, Mimosas, Manicures, and Massages at Tifton H-D

May 11

Tifton: Mothers, Mimosas, Manicures, and Massages at Tifton H-D. 7pm - 9pm. This one is just for the moms! Mom deserves an mmmm day! Send her over to Tifton Harley-Davidson for Mothers, Mimosas, Manicures, and Massages! This year mom deserves a little pampering. Space is limited, please RSVP. We are conveniently located off I-75 at exit 61.

Address: 49 Casseta Road Georgia

Contact info:

contacthd@thecreekhd.com

(229) 387-8855

Website

Mothers, Mimosas, Manicures, and Massages at Mountain Creek H-D!

May 11

Dalton: Mothers, Mimosas, Manicures, and Massages at Mountain Creek H-D! 7pm-9pm. This one is just for the moms! Mom deserves an mmmm day! Send her over to Mountain Creek Harley-Davidson for Mothers, Mimosas, Manicures, and Massages! This year mom deserves a little pampering. Space is limited, please RSVP.

Address: 1001 Market St Georgia

Contact info:

706-370-7433

Website

Charleston Bike Fest

May 11 - 13

Charleston, SC: Charleston Bike Fest.

Contact info:

Website

The Great Southern Rally

May 11 - 13

Gonzales LA: The Great Southern Rally. 3 day event at the Lamar-Dixon Expo Center, Gonzales La. (I-10 between New Orleans & Baton Rouge) Music, food, venders, rides, car & bike show and more.

Contact info:

Website

This Is How We Do It Technician Demonstration

May 12

Roswell: Come to Killer Creek Harley-Davidson for This Is How We Do It Technician Demonstration at 11am. Come see how our PhD Certified technicians work in this hands-on question and answer session held on the showroom floor. Free. Topic and Sales TBA. Demonstration held the second Saturday of each month.

Address: 11480 Alpharetta Hwy Georgia

Contact info:

Mandi Harris

mharris@killercreekharley.com

770-777-1000

Website

10th Annual Ride for the Shelter

May 12

Carrollton: 10th Annual Ride for the Shelter. Benefits Carroll County Emergency Shelter. Departs 10am at Scott Evans Chrysler-Dodge-Jeep. $25/$35 fee includes raffle tickets. Ends at Moon Shadow Music Hall in Sunny Side Cafe.

Address: 2280 Bankhead Hwy. Georgia

Contact info:

Charlie Miller or Bob Ballenger

404-761-1378 or 770-364-0619


American Indian Festival & Mothers Day Pow Wow

May 12 - 13

Canton: American Indian Festival & Mothers Day Pow Wow. Boling Park. Gates open 11am. $10 entry, $5 kids, Free under 5.

Address: 1200 Marietta Hwy. Georgia

Contact info:

770-735-6275


4th Annual "Visit With a Veteran" Car, Truck & Bike Show

May 12

Dublin: 4th Annual "Visit With a Veteran" Car, Truck & Bike Show. Register 9am-12pm. Ends at 3pm. $25 entry. Trophies Awarded: Club Participation, Top 25 and Best of Show for Car, Truck and Bike. Located at Carl Vinson VA Medical Center. Proceeds donated to VA Residents' Recreation Therapy Fund.

Address: 1826 Veterans Blvd Georgia

Contact info:

Warren Martin

478-781-1395 or 770-403-3766


Freedom Cruisers 2nd Annual Chickamauga Battlefield Ride & Cookout

May 12

Griffin: Freedom Cruisers 2nd Annual Chickamauga Battlefield Ride & Cookout. Meet 7am at Truett's Cafe. Depart 8am for Chickamauga Battlefield Park. $20 per bike includes 1 plate lunch. Add'l plates $5. Benefits Disabled Veterans of America and Paralyzed Veterans of America.

Contact info:

Crash

478-808-9061

Website

2nd Annual Inglett & Stubbs Charity Ride

May 12

Roswell: 2nd Annual Inglett & Stubbs Charity Ride. Benefits Alzheimer's Assoc. Register 9am at Killer Creek H-D. FBO 9:30am/LBO 10:30am/LBI H-D of Atlanta 3pm. Leadfoot to perform. $25 per bike. Prizes to 1st-3rd hands.

Address: 11480 Alpharetta Hwy Georgia

Contact info:

Donna or Joel Byne

678-770-2695 or 404-392-1100

Website

Hawg Holler Bike Fest

May 12

Atwood, TN: Hawg Holler Bike Fest.

Contact info:

Website

General Putnam Shrine Club Poker Run

May 12

Eatonton: General Putnam Shrine Club Poker Run. Come join us for a great ride & good fellowship! All bikers & clubs welcome! Proceeds going to help those less fortunate. Registration begins 8am, kickstands up at 9. Ride will start & finish at the Sav-A-Lot BP. Lunch plates and drinks will be available at the end of ride. Best Hand $200, Worst Hand $50, 50/50 Drawing and Door Prizes. $25/riders and $10passengers. Includes one hand of poker and ride t-shirt. (While supplies last)

Address: 958 Greensboro Rd Georgia

Contact info:

Louis Adam or Joe Griner

706-473-1733 or 404-660-8299


Ride before you buy it

May 13

Roswell: Ride before you buy it. Come to Demo Day at Killer Creek Harley-Davidson and demo a new 2012 Harley-Davidson motorcycle. 12:30- 4:30pm. Free. Demo Day is held the 2nd Sunday of each month (exception is April 15th). Pre-Registration is suggested.

Address: 11480 Alpharetta Hwy Georgia

Contact info:

Mandi Harris

mharris@killercreekharley.com

770-777-1000

Website

Killer Creek Harley Owners Group Meeting

May 15

Roswell: Killer Creek Harley Owners Group Meeting. Hospitality at 6:30pm, Meeting at 7:30pm. Meetings are held the 3rd Tuesday of each month at Andretti Grill inside Andretti Karting.

Address: 11100 Alpharetta Highway Georgia

Contact info:

kchog@killercreekharley.com


Alabama State H.O.G. Rally

May 17 - 19

Pelham, AL: Alabama State H.O.G. Rally.

Contact info:

Website

Tellico Biker Rally

May 17 - 20

Tellico Plains, TN: Tellico Biker Rally.

Contact info:

Website

ABATE Rally on the River

May 18 - 19

Columbus: ABATE Rally on the River. Sponsored by ABATE D9. Come out and help us support motorcycle rights! Pre-register by April 15, $20 and includes entry to all events and a t-shirt. Live music, vendors, bike games, overnight camping and more! Fun for the entire family. Directions: Take Victory Drive south on Hwy 27 through Ft. Benning to Cusseta, follow signs. Turn right on Hwy #1 toward Lumpkin about 2 miles, turn right on River Bend Rd. We are 6 miles straight ahead.

Contact info:

Ron Fox

ronfox5@hotmail.com

706-681-1694


Tifton Harley-Davidson's Bike Night

May 18

Tifton: Tifton Harley-Davidson's Bike Night. 7pm - 9pm. Join Tifton H-D for Bike Night! Live music by The CrossRoadz Band, great food, give-aways and drink specials. You don't want to miss this! Bike Nights will continue on the third Friday of the month through June. We are conveniently located off I-75 at exit 61.

Address: 49 Casseta Road Georgia

Contact info:

contacthd@thecreekhd.com

(229) 387-8855

Website

Shine in Lapine Spring Rally

May 18 - 20

Grady, AL: Shine in Lapine Spring Rally.

Contact info:

Website

Secret Road Seminar & Fun Ride

May 18 - 19

Blairsville: Secret Road Seminar & Fun Ride. Join The Lodge at Copperhead Fri., 8 pm for a seminar on "Secret Road" presented by Wayne Busch of America Rides Maps. Then, join Wayne for a "Fun Ride" on Sat., May 19, 9:30 am. No fees, no rules, no hassles, no planning. Route evolves as the day progresses.

Address: 171 Copperhead Parkway Georgia

Contact info:

Michelle

michelle@thelodgeatcopperhead.com

706-835-7433

Website

National Armed Forces Freedom Ride

May 19

Crandall: National Armed Forces Freedom Ride. Hello America! Welcome to the 3rd National Armed Forces Freedom Ride. This is an ongoing nationwide effort to stand united in all 50 states with a nationwide showing of support to all Armed Forces, Veterans of War, MIA, POW, and our current troops; along with helping raise needed funds for our troops and VETERANS. Thanks to the dedication of the Team of States Coordinators, Veterans Groups, Organizations, MC's, RC's, and Supporters. 2011 was a very busy year and 9 more States have been added through the year. 33 States were involved in this National Event on Armed Forces Day May 21 2011 that span from Maine to Oregon.

Contact info:

Gypsy

706-517-9576

Website

Little Warrior & Her Army Ride

May 19

Cartersville: Little Warrior & Her Army Ride. Alyssa's Ride Against Childhood Cancer. Register 9:30am at H-D of Cartersville. Ride departs 11am.

Address: 2281 Highway 411 NE Georgia

Contact info:

678-873-4275

Website

Auction and Family Fun Day

May 19 - 20

Griffin: Auction and Family Fun Day. All proceeds to benefit the ministries of Griffin Center Point Church. Saturday: Auction begins at 9am with hundreds of items. Inflatables and games for family fun. Sunday: illustrated message, prize for the family who brings the most people. Motorcycle ride-in and cook-out on the grounds. Auction details at www.stone-auction.com.

Address: 1427 Hwy 41 Bypass South Georgia

Contact info:

770.227.3895

Website

5th Annual Ride for Injured Cops Dice Run

May 19

Buford: 5th Annual Ride for Injured Cops Dice Run. The event will feature 50/50 Raffles, Door Prizes, Food, Refreshments, Live Music, and Much More! Ride starts at Gwinnett County Police North Precinct.

Address: 2735 Mall of Georgia Blvd. Georgia

Contact info:

Sgt. C.M. Medved

rockonhogmountain@yahoo.com

678-982-2988

Website

Mountain Creek Harley-Davidson to the Nines Anniversary Party & Charity Ride

May 19

Dalton: Mountain Creek Harley-Davidson to the Nines Anniversary Party & Charity Ride. 11am-5pm. Come celebrate with Mountain Creek H-D in Dalton for our 9th anniversary! We're turning nine and having the biggest party of the year. We'll have live music from great local bands, a bike show, food and beverage, and much more! All ages and all bikes are welcome. Admission is free.

Address: 1001 Market St Georgia

Contact info:

706-370-7433

Website

Armed Forces Day Poker Run

May 19

LaGrange: Armed Forces Day Poker Run. Registration begins 9am at the Elks Club on S. Davis Rd; kickstands up at 11am to end at White Tail Pub on Roanoke Rd. $15/rider and $5/passenger includes lunch and T-shirt for rider.

Contact info:

White Tail Pub

westpoint181@att.net

706-885-9946


4th Annual K9 Memorial Police Benefit Motorcycle Ride

May 19

Porterdale: 4th Annual K9 Memorial Police Benefit Motorcycle Ride. Proceeds go towards the purchase of safety equipment for K-9 Police teams in Georgia. Registration begins 8am at the Train Depot on Main Street, kickstands up at 11:30am. You will be escorted through the tranquil back roads of Newton County and return to Porterdale to relax and chat with other riders at your choice of lunch venues. We will have raffle options for participants as well as items specifically for police officers. $30 per bike/vehicle. You don't have to ride a bike to participate dune buggies & specialty vehicles are welcome!!! "Paying tribute to those lost, by taking care of those left behind."

Contact info:

threeletabars@comcast.net

770-900-6494


Lou's 3rd Annual Poker Run

May 19

Augusta: Lou's 3rd Annual Poker Run. Benefits SouthEastern Paralyzed Veterans of America. Departs 1pm from The Pub. $20 per hand. Bike Show for Best Custom & Peoples Choice 1:30pm at Five Pines Saloon. Wet T-Shirt Contest 6pm at First Round, 11th & Broad. $10 entry.

Address: 4020 Padgett Hwy Georgia

Contact info:

Lou

706-798-7534


3rd Annual Newnan Coweta Public Safety Benevolence Fund Ride

May 19

Newnan: 3rd Annual Newnan Coweta Public Safety Benevolence Fund Ride. Sponsored by Blue Knights Chapter XVII. Departs 11am from Jekyll & Hydes Sports Bar. $20 rider/$5 passenger. Music by Highlife, vendors, live auction and public safety displays.

Address: 10 The Boulevard # 101 Georgia

Contact info:

Ronnie (Hook)

770-301-1665


Rev Up for Little Ones Charity Ride

May 19

Warner Robins: Rev Up for Little Ones Charity Ride. Register 8:30am at Flint Energies Service Center. Departs 10am. $25 rider/$10 passenger. Lunch and upon return. Supports children in need of a bright Christmas.

Address: 900 GA Hwy 96 Georgia

Contact info:

478-988-3505


2012 Cruisin For A Cure Relay for Life Ride

May 19

Watkinsville: 2012 Cruisin For A Cure Relay for Life Ride. Registration begins 9am at Oconee County Fire Station #1, kickstands up at 11am. $20 per bike, free t-shirt with registration. Escorted Ride through Oconee County ending at Cycle World of Athens. Food Fun Music Prizes at end of ride.

Address: 7580 Macon Highway Georgia

Contact info:

Charles Weaber or Nelson Foell

706-621-3158 or 706-215-5440


Mechelle Fowler Breast Cancer Benefit Ride

May 19

McDonough: Mechelle Fowler Breast Cancer Benefit Ride. Registration begins 9am at Redeemed Biker Church, kickstands up at 11am. $30/bike, car or truck, $15/per passenger. Take a scenic ride that has been mapped out through the countryside! Live music, lunch and drink specials, raffles, silent auction, 50/50 an more! Mechelle is 43 and a single mom of three, her oldest is a army veteran and she has twins graduating in May. She was diagnosed with breast cancer November 2011 and is battling for her life. Please come help support Mechelle!

Address: 2650 HWY 42 Georgia

Contact info:

Tammy

twosoulsup@hotmail.com

678-432-7455


Blake Gammill First Responders Memorial Ride

May 19

Lithia Springs: Blake Gammill First Responders Memorial Ride. Beautiful 60 mile police escorted ride beginning and ending at Harley-Davidson of Atlanta. Registration begins at 10am. Live music, beer and food vendors. All funds raised go to build a Memorial Serenity Park for Fallen Douglas County police, fire/ems, and public servants. Sponsored by H-D Atlanta, American Legion Riders Post 145, and Captain Herb Emory of WSB Radio.

Address: 501 Thornton Rd Georgia

Contact info:

Jan

jan@hdatlanta.com

770-944-1340

Website

BAD SATURDAY Chuck Akins Memorial Poker Run

May 19

Atlanta:BAD SATURDAY Chuck Akins Memorial Poker Run. Register 11am at 400 Ponce De Leon. Stops at The Highlander, Pink Pony, & Gold Rush. $35 one rider or $45 for two. Benefits Children's Hospitals of N.A.

Contact info:

Kris or John

404-766-2532


Ride For The Troops

May 19

Augusta: Ride For The Troops. Benefits Operation Sandbox, GA. Sponsored by Augusta H-D, Full Throttle Magazine, Coca-Cola, Brewsters, & Pirate Printing. Register 8am at Augusta H-D. $20 biker/$10 passenger. Active Military 1/2 price with ID. Departs 10:30am on scenic ride thru historic Fort Gordon. Food, Music, Live Music & Raffles.

Address: 4200 Belair-Frontage Rd. Georgia

Contact info:

706-651-0444


Appalachian Biker Gear- Scavenger Hunt

May 19

Cumming: Appalachian Biker Gear- Scavenger Hunt. Find things on the list and return by scheduled time with your items for store prizes to winners - top three, no more than 6 people per team!

Address: 4320 Settendown Village Road Georgia

Contact info:

678-951-3058


Ride for My Mommy

May 19

Helen: Ride for My Mommy. Register 9am at Chattahoochee Biker Gear. Departs 10am. 4 hr ride thru N. GA Mtns. Ends at the new Edy Bob's Place next to CBG. Benefits American Cancer Society.

Contact info:

770-654-2414


Bark N Bike Charity Poker Run

May 19

Marietta: Bark N Bike Charity Poker Run. Register 8am at Our Pal's Place. $20 rider/$10 passenger. LBO 10:30am. Ride ends at KCHD for music, food and beer!

Address: 4508 Canton Hwy Georgia

Contact info:

Website

Anne's Angels Ride

May 19

Stockbridge: Anne's Angels Ride. All Churches and Bikes Welcome. $10/Bike, $5/Rider. Registration begins 9am at Central Baptist Church, kickstands up at 10:15. 50/50 Drawing, Door Prizes, Silent Auction. Escorted by the Sheriff's Department.

Address: 100 Springdale Rd Georgia

Contact info:


Earl Small's H-D FREE All Ladies Ride

May 20

Marietta: Earl Small's H-D FREE All Ladies Ride. May is all about the ladies! All bikes and all ladies M/C's are welcome!

Address: 993 South Cobb Dr. Georgia

Contact info:

770-919-0000

Website

Ride 1 for Chris Schu

May 20

Roswell: Ride 1 for Chris Schu. Come support an injured rider. Register 9:30am at Atlanta Motorworld. $25 bike/$10 passenger. Departs 11am.

Address: 1275 Upper Hembree Rd. Georgia

Contact info:

schufund@att.net


KCHD-U Basic Rider Course

May 22 - 25

Roswell: Interested in learning to ride or want to brush up on your basic riding skills? Join us for the KCHD-U Basic Rider Course in partnership with the Motorcycle Safety Foundation in Alpharetta. This is a license waiver class. Cost is $300 per person. Class times: Tuesday 6:30-8:30pm at KCHD; Wednesday 8am-1pm at KCHD, 1-5pm at MSF, Thursday 8am-5pm at MSF and Friday 8am-12pm at MSF and 12-4pm at KCHD.

Address: 11480 Alpharetta Hwy Georgia

Contact info:

Mandi Harris

mharris@killercreekharley.com

770-777-1000

Website

Cycle Nation Bike Night

May 24

McDonough: Cycle Nation Bike Night. Join Cycle Nation at Toribio's Mexican Bar & Grill from 7PM to 9PM for Bike Night! This event is open to the public & is safe for all ages! And remember...you don't have to "ride" to come to Bike Night! We welcome anyone who likes to have a good time!

Address: 835 Industrial Blvd Georgia

Contact info:

Diana Garza

dgarza@cycle-nation.com

770-957-7404

Website

Thunder On The Rock

May 25 - 27

Monteagle, TN. Thunder On The Rock Music Festival & Bike Rally.

Contact info:

Website

Wingmen MC Memorial Day Party

May 25 - 26

Savannah: Wingmen MC Memorial Day Party. Live music, food, drinks at clubhouse. 21 and up party.

Contact info:

912-233-3535

Website

21st Annual Pennington Seed All Harley Drags

May 25 - 28

Reynolds: 21st Annual Pennington Seed All Harley Drags. Silver Dollar Raceway.

Address: 42 Raceway Drive Georgia

Contact info:

Big John

johnbholcomb@yahoo.com

404-788-4926 or 706-343-1487


Maggie Valley Spring Bikefest

May 25 - 27

Maggie Valley, NC: Maggie Valley Spring Bikefest. Memorial Day Weekend. Live Bands, Bike Show, Fun Games, Vendors, Swap Meet.

Contact info:

423-465-5855 or 423-231-3926


Hogfest Bike Rally

May 25 - 27

Pelham, TN: Hogfest Bike Rally.

Contact info:

Website

Thunder On The Rock Music Festival & Bike Rally

May 25 - 27

Monteagle, TN: Thunder On The Rock Music Festival & Bike Rally. $40 advance or $60 at gate. Entertainment includes Bad Company featuring Brian Howe, Jimmie Van Zant, Leah Seawright, Moccasin Creek, Casey Adams Band and Bush Hawg.

Contact info:

Website

The Lodge At Copperhead Memorial Day Celebration

May 25 - 28

Blairsville: The Lodge At Copperhead Memorial Day Celebration. Full weekend of events including rides, live music, fireworks and fun. 171 Copperhead Pkwy. Visit www.thelodgeatcopperhead.com.

Address: 171 Copperhead Parkway Georgia

Contact info:

Michelle

michelle@thelodgeatcopperhead.com

706-835-7433

Website

Fraziers Harley-Davidson Demo Day

May 26

Buford: Fraziers Harley-Davidson Demo Day. Last Sat of each month. Come ride a new 2012 model

Address: 4699 Friendship Rd Georgia

Contact info:

770-945-6011

Website

LifeSouth Bloodmobile at Killer Creek H-D

May 26

Roswell: LifeSouth Bloodmobile at Killer Creek H-D. Give blood 10am-4pm. Pre-register with Mandi.

Address: 11480 Alpharetta Hwy Georgia

Contact info:

Mandi Harris

mandi@killercreekharley.com

770-777-1000

Website

3rd Annual Defenders of Freedom Ride

May 26

Athens: 3rd Annual Defenders of Freedom Ride. Sponsored by American Veterans Post 12. Departs 10am at Cycle World of Athens. $20 per bike. Benefits Paws with a Cause Companion Animal Project and other Veteran projects.

Address: 4225 Atlanta Hwy Georgia

Contact info:

678-227-0580

Website

Andersonville Ride

May 26

Byron: Andersonville Ride. Kickstands up at 11am rolling on the road. Benefits Wounded Warrior Project. Meet at 2 Wheel Body Shop, Hwy 41/49 Intersection.

Address: 7651 Houston Rd Georgia

Contact info:

478-785-9090

Website

US Military Vets MC Warner Robins Annual Memorial Day Run to Andersonville

May 26

Byron: US Military Vets MC Warner Robins Annual Memorial Day Run to Andersonville National Cemetery.Meet at Yamaha of Byron. 12:45pm safety briefing/departs 1pm. Party after ride at US Military Vets clubhouse, 201 Wyler Ave, Warner Robins GA 31093. All are welcome.

Address: 300 GA Hwy 49 N Georgia

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J-Bo's Grill and Tap Grand Opening and Peel, Pick & Shuck Fest

May 26

Forsyth: J-Bo's Grill and Tap Grand Opening and Peel, Pick & Shuck Fest. Featuring "Boot Hill" and Matt Pippin Band. Highway 83 (formerly Ebby�z).

Contact info:

478-994-5049


4th Annual Ladies Night at Xtreme Rider

May 26

Warm Springs: 4th Annual Ladies Night at Xtreme Rider. We love our ladies and we promise a fun night dedicated to everything you love about motorcycling! Oh, and the fellas are also welcome! This event will take place at the dealership from 5pm-8pm. Take this opportunity to mingle with other female riders (and passengers), update your riding gear or maybe even update your ride! We'll be fully stocked with a great selection of riding gear and apparel including: helmets, jackets, boots, pants and more. Spend some time with our friendly AND knowledgeable staff and they'll help you pick out the right stuff to keep you safe AND fashionable! Al will be conducting his informational question and answer seminar. Don't be shy, test Al's knowledge!! It wouldn't be a MOM's event unless there were lots of food and tons of raffles!! The first 25 ladies to RSVP will receive a complimentary gift bag!

Address: 60 Main Street Georgia

Contact info:

Heather

heather@momsnh.com

603-627-3957

Website

Blessing of the Bikes & Doug Hallock in Concert

May 26

Warm Springs: Blessing of the Bikes & Doug Hallock in Concert. Hosted by Xtreme Rider Motorcycle Leather Shop.

Address: 60 Main Street Georgia

Contact info:

doug@doughallock.com

706-601-3569

Website

May Motorcycle Madness

May 27

Norcross: May Motorcycle Madness. Sponsored by ABATE D4E. Chili Cook-off, Car & Bike Show. From 11am-5pm. Garage71 Live Remote. Confetti's.

Address: 6470 Spaulding Dr. Georgia

Contact info:

Michael Collins or Ned Williams

770-938-3285 or 404-324-2037


Rolling Thunder XX

May 27

Washington, D.C.: Rolling Thunder XX

Contact info:

Website

14th Annual Ride for America Parade

May 28

Loganville: 14th Annual Ride for America Parade. Registration begins 8am at American Legion Post 233; kickstands up at 9:30 to ride to Memorial Day ceremony in Madison. Return to the Post for food, beverages, live music, vendors and more. $10/rider, $5/passenger. Benefits the Legacy Fund, which provides scholarships for children of fallen soldiers since 9/11.

Address: 4636 Atlanta Hwy Georgia

Contact info:

Stan Mauldin

770-978-1739

Website

2nd Annual Memorial Day Ride For Pride

May 28

Dawsonville: 2nd Annual Memorial Day Ride For Pride. Honoring all American Veterans. Departs Lorena's Food & Spirits at 10am for ride through North GA Mountains and Ceremony at Veterans Memorial in Dahlonega returning for lunch and fellowship.

Address: 22 Prestige Lane Georgia

Contact info:

706-265-2008


Tennessee State H.O.G. Rally

May 30 - 31

Cookeville, TN: Tennessee State H.O.G. Rally.

Contact info:

Website

Rally by the River at Boogie Bottoms

May 30 - 31

Cleveland, AL: Rally by the River at Boogie Bottoms.

Contact info:

Website

KCHD-U Basic Rider Course

May 31

Roswell: Interested in learning to ride or want to brush up on your basic riding skills? Join us for the KCHD-U Basic Rider Course in partnership with the Motorcycle Safety Foundation in Alpharetta. This is a license waiver class. Cost is $300 per person. Class times: Thursday 6:30-8:30pm at KCHD; Friday 6-9pm at KCHD; Saturday 8am-5pm at MSF and Sunday 8am-2pm at MSF and 2-5pm at KCHD.

Address: 11480 Alpharetta Hwy Georgia

Contact info:

Mandi Harris

mharris@killercreekharley.com

770-777-1000

Website

Southeast Victory Rally

May 31

Helen: Southeast Victory Rally. Join us in the mountains of North Georgia for the 7th Annual Southeast Victory Motorcycle rally! Once again, we meet in the little Bavarian town of Helen, Georgia and party in the mountains at one of the largest Victory motorcycle rallies in the country! Enjoy some of the best riding in the country and party at night with other Victory Motorcycle enthusiasts. This rally is in conjunction with USRiderNews' Reunion Run so there will be thousands of motorcycles in an out of Helen during our rally! Vendors, bands, games, food and good friends make this one of the best motorcycle rallies of the year! All of the proceeds from this rally go directly to the Camp Southern Ground Charity.

Contact info:

Michael Snyder

registration@victoryrally.com

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