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Atlantic Canada Rides
March 3-5 – Motorcycle Powersport Atlantic – Halifax, NS
June 24-25th – Devil’s Half Acre Motorcycle Rally – Kentville, NS
July 7-9th – The Backyard Ball 5 – Salisbury, NB
July 8-9th – Bordertown Biker Bash – Amherst, NS
July 21-23rd – Stan Rogers Folk Festival – Canso, NS
July 28-30th – Freewheelin’ Summer Rally – Membertou, NS
August 4-7th – 74th Crusaders Riverside Rally – Mochelle, NS
cancelled for 2023 – Atlanticade Summerside – Summerside, PEI
August 11-13th – Route 16 Thunder Rally (Lost Shores) – Canso, NS
August 11-13th – Toadstock – River John, NS
August 25-27th – Route 210 Run – Ride the Boot! – Smugglers Cove, NL
Aug. 31st-Sept. 3rd – Wharf Rat Rally – Digby, NS
For an updated and revised list, please check: https://motorcycletourguidens.com/rallies-rides-runs/
April 2023 Ontario Motorcycle Events
1 -2, 31st Annual Spring Motorcycle Show, Mississauga, ON
The Spring Show is back! Head over to the International Centre in Mississauga to kick the season into gear. There’ll be tonnes of bikes of all kinds on display, a show & sell used bike market, a specialty market for used and hard-to-find parts, a chance to meet inspirational women motorcyclists, special guests, fashion show, biker poetry contest, and awards.
Registration: $20 for adults, $5 for ages 6 to 12, and free for kids under 5. Click here to learn more or order tickets online.
Region: Greater Toronto Region
Recommended Route: Forks of the Credit Day Trip
May 2023 Ontario Motorcycle Events
6, 17th Annual International Female Ride Day 2023, Sarnia, ON
A group ride in support of women riders in and around Sarnia and the Lambton-Kent area. Looking for experienced riders to volunteer with key positions, road captains, blockers if needed, and sweep. All levels of female riders encouraged to attend. Looking forward to our first inaugural IFRD for Sarnia, Lambton-Kent.
Registration: Starts at 10 am. Kickstands up at noon.
Region: Ontario’s Southwest
Recommended Route: Lake Huron Shore Route
6, Motorcycle Awareness Ride, Elgin Middlesex, ON
Riders raising awareness.
Region: Ontario’s Southwest
Recommended Route: Lake Huron Shore Route
13, Ross Hergott Vintage Cycle Spring Ride 2023, Wellesley, ON
Spring ride-in, BBQ, and swap meet.
Region: Huron, Perth, Waterloo, and Wellington
14, Burlington Humane Swap Meet, Burlington, ON
Meet at the Burlington Humane Society (740 Griffith Court) for a parts-only flea market. Come bring out the kids bring the whole family give mom a break on Mother’s Day or better yet bring mom along and treat her to the barbeque. Spots are $30. They are 10×10 they are all outside two spots $50. You must bring your own everything table tent, tarps, etc. All proceeds to Burlington Humane Society.
Region: Hamilton, Halton and Brant
Recommended Route: Snake Road—Best in the South
21, Bike Show & Shine, Bradford, ON
The 1st anniversary for this Moto Galos event will held at the Portuguese Cultural Center in Bradford. Ride starts at 10 am sharp, with pig roast lunch at 1 pm. There will be Harley-Davidson stunts by the Highway Heathens at 4 and 7 pm.
Registration: Opening and ride registration at 8 am.
Region: York, Durham and the Hills of Headwaters
June 2023 Ontario Motorcycle Events
3, Cow Paddy Boys 19th Annual Poker Run, Prescott, ON
50/50 draw, live music, and camping. Kickstands up at 11 am. For more info call Steve at 613-213-9607.
Registration: $20 per hand.
Region: Ottawa and Countryside
Recommended Route: The Loyalist Loop
4, Ride for Heroes Supporting Renos for Heroes, Vaughan, ON
Renos for Heroes is a charity founded by Jim Caruk, Master Contractor and HGTV Host, which dedicates renovation and building services to the families of the men and women who have sustained injuries while serving our country. The ride will end at Peacekeepers Park in Angus Ontario and there will be a bbq lunch at the Angus Legion after the ride. At the legion there will be veteran merchants Madhatter Industries and Arrowhead Coffee. Ride sponsor is Milwaukee tools.
Registration: Starts at 8 am. $40 per bike passenger included. Kickstands up at 10 am.
Region: Greater Toronto Region
Recommended Route: Forks of the Credit Day Trip
10, Grey Bruce Widows Sons Memorial Poker Run, Owen Sound, ON
Meeting at the Fox Harley-Davidson, 123003 Story Brook Park Road to get organised and ready for the ride. Kickstands up at 10 am for a seriously satisfying run through Grey-Bruce. The ride wraps up at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 155. Prize and raffle giveaway at 3 pm.
Registration: $30 per rider. $10 per passenger. Free t-shirt for first 50 registrants. Click here for pre-registration.
Region: Bruce Grey Simcoe
Recommended Route: Grey-Bruce Waterfall Tour
17, BRO Poker Run and Show & Shine, Elgin Middlesex, ON
Riders raising awareness.
Region: Ontario’s Southwest
Recommended Route: Lake Huron Shore Route
17, Wolfpack Huron 6th Poker Run, Blyth, ON
A poker run for local pets starting at the Blyth Ultramar, 39977 Blyth Road. Prizes for high and low hands.
Registration: Donations of $25 per rider, and $15 per passenger. Opens at 11 am, with kickstands up at 1 pm. Gift for first 100 registrants.
Region: Huron, Perth, Waterloo, and Wellington
24, ALS Awareness Ride and BBQ, Orleans, ON
A very nice scenic motorcycle ride that is presently being mapped out by an experienced Motorcycle Road Captain. The ride will be designed to end at the Stray Dogs Brewery where there will be a BBQ and live music. The ALS Awareness BBQ will start at 3 pm for everyone else not attending the motorcycle ride. Cory Ell will be providing music later in the afternoon.
Registration: $20 for rider, $10 for passenger. Riders can pay at the event, but we cannot provide tax receipts. Click here to register online (and get a tax receipt).
Region: Ottawa and Countryside
Recommended Route: The Loyalist Loop
25, Residential School Children’s Ride for Justice, Niagara, Hamilton, and Cambridge, ON
Every child matters. Three starting locations—one destination, the Niagara Regional Native Centre, 382 Airport Rd in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Entry fee includes food, door prize ticket, an amazing ride, a program at the destination, as well as vendors, a 50/50 draw, and a cash-only penny sale.
Registration: $30 ride fee, $20 for passengers, free for kids under 16 years. Online registration is now open. Click here for the Hamilton starting point, click here for the Cambridge starting point, and click here for the Niagara starting point.
28, 29, Chrome Thunder & Blues Bikefest, Alliston, ON
The second annual event is much bigger and better with amazing world-class musicians. Not just blues, but also rock, metal, classic rock, and more. a total of 11 bands to fill the weekend.
Food vendors, as well as other vendors, beer tent, Show & Shine with 18 categories, and quality trophies. Also, prize draws with proceeds going to the ALS Society of Canada.
Region: Bruce Grey Simcoe
Recommended Route: Georgian Bay Coastal Route
July 2023 Ontario Motorcycle Events
8, Cheryl Dickhout “Mama Bear” Memorial Ride, Elgin Middlesex, ON
Riders raising awareness.
Region: Ontario’s Southwest
Recommended Route: Lake Huron Shore Route
August 2023 Ontario Motorcycle Events
12, 13, Thunder River Bikefest, Welland, ON
A great family event with the outcome being Niagara bikers donating large dollars to local charities. Slow racing, swap meet, show & shine, motorcycle games, live bands, outdoor bars, bouncy castle & face painting, and vendors. Held at the Welland Fairgrounds, 1100 Niagara Street, with gates open at 10 am each day.
Registration: $5 each. Vendor spots cost $100 for 2 days with a 10×10 spot or $50 a day. Swap meet tables are $30 a day. Bring your own table and chairs and set up between 7 and 9 am. Camping for $25 per night and trailer spots for $50 per night, with onsite showers and washrooms. Spots can be purchased prior to the event.
Region: Niagara Canada
Recommended Route: Niagara Cherry Blossom Ride
12, 3rd Annual Big Bash Show & Shine, Marmora, ON
Timeless Bikes of Harley presents a fun day at the Iron Rooster. Live music from Rayzors Edge, 50/50 draw, raffle, charity bbq, beer tent, vendors, food bank collection, and more. Experience the amazing classic motorcycle museum and the awesome food of the Iron Rooster.
Region: Peterborough & The Kawarthas
Recommended Route: City Escapes Route
12, 13th Annual Eagle Ride Motorcycle Event, Hamilton, ON
This is a three-hour motorcycle ride (poker run style) with a BBQ lunch, music, and prizes. The poker-style ride will begin and end at the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum (9280 Airport Road, Mount Hope). Riders will travel through the scenic Hamilton, Haldimand, and Niagara area, collecting cards along the way.
Registration: Begins at 8:30 am. Ride begins at 10 am. $25 per rider, $10 per passenger.
Region: Hamilton, Halton and Brant
Recommended Route: Snake Road—Best in the South
September 2023 Ontario Motorcycle Events
4, B.A.C.A. Child Sexual Abuse Awareness Ride – Reschedule, London, ON
A Poker Run to raise awareness for child abuse by Bikers Against Child Abuse. Starts in London and ends in Shedden.
Registration: $20 donation per bike $15 donation passenger at Rocky’s Harley Davidson at 9 am KSU at 10 am. For further information contact Rayz-N at 519-291-7564 or rayz-n@rc.can-bacaworld.org.
Region: Ontario’s Southwest
Recommended Route: Lake Huron Shore Route
10, 45th Annual Toys for Tots Run, Elgin Middlesex, ON
All makes and models of bikes welcome! Join us for a scenic country ride from London to Shedden with stops on the way. It’s a poker run as well to add to the enjoyment. We’re having a barbecue and prize table at the conclusion of the ride. This is an Elgin-Middlesex County-wide Community Event. All ages and everyone welcome. For more information, contact Lori McClyment at broemtoyrun@gmail.com.
Registration: Rider $20 donation, passenger $15 donation. Registration at Rocky’s Harley Davidson starts at 9 am until 9:45 am. KSU at 10 am.
Region: Ontario’s Southwest
Recommended Route: Lake Huron Shore Route
10, 5th Annual Ride or Stride for Claudio, Acton, ON
We’re excited to be back for our 5th annual event. Whether you’re joining us for the first time or one of our alumni, we can’t wait to see you! Pick from a 5km walk through town or 80km ride along the scenic backroads of Halton Hills, then stick around for an afternoon of food, music and awesome giveaways!
Registration: $60. Click here to pre-register.
Region: Hamilton, Halton and Brant
For a revised and updated list, please check: https://www.northernontario.travel/motorcycle-touring/motorcycle-events-in-ontario
