Motorcycle Events, Rallies, and Festivals in and around Iowa, Minnesota, and The Midwest
2024 List of Midwest Motorcycle Events, Rallies, and Festivals
We aim to provide the most up-to-date list of Biker events in the Midwest. If we missed something or you have an event you’d like us to include, please feel free to submit your request or suggestion.
HUGE SHOUTOUT & THANKS
Thanks to Vernon and our friends at Thunder Roads for helping us fill in the blanks!
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If an event is underlined, it links to more information. If there is no link and you have one we should share, please click here to let us know.
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November 2024 Biker Events
November Motorcycle Events Overview
As the riding season winds down across Iowa, there’s still time to enjoy a few great events before winter sets in. Then again, in this state, you never know when that last ride of the season will be! So start the month riding to celebrate Veterans and end it checking out Black Friday deals to outfit your ride for next season.
Don’t miss out on these exciting events and make the most of the remaining riding days!
Week 1
- Nov 1-3, 2024
- ABATE of Iowa presents: Iowa S.T.E.A.M. – Council Bluffs, Iowa
Week 2
- Nov 8 – 9, 2024
- Veteran’s Day Event & Holiday Event – Big Barn Harley-Davidson, Des Moines, Iowa
- Nov 9, 2024
- Veteran’s Brunch – Zylstra Harley-Davidson, Ames, Iowa
- Veterans Day Pancake Breakfast Metro Harley-Davidson – Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Quick Reminder: While you’re enjoying these fantastic events, remember that unforeseen accidents happen all too often. If you or a fellow rider ever face an accident, trust The Biker Lawyers to protect your rights and help you get back on track. Contact us today for a free consultation!
Week 3 – 4
- Nov 16, 2024
- Fall Open House – Baxter Cycle, Marne, Iowa
Week 5
- Nov 29, 2024
- Black Friday – Big Barn Harley-Davidson, Des Moines, Iowa
Stay Safe and Ride On!
We hope you enjoy these thrilling events. Ride safe and keep the rubber side down!
2025 Biker Events Preview
Here’s a sneak peek of Biker Events across the Midwest that have been scheduled for 2025! Click the motnh to expand.
January, 2025
- Jan. 31 – Feb. 2, 2025
- World of Wheels (Kansas City, MO)
February, 2025
- Feb. 5, 2025
- ABATE of Iowa Lobby Day – Des Moines Capitol, Des Moines, IA
- Feb 14-16, 2025
- 39th Annual ABATE D2 Lincoln Bike Show, Lincoln, NE
- Feb 22-23, 2025
- 56th Annual O’Reilly Auto Parts Rod and Custom Show, Monticello, IA
March, 2025
- Mar 2, 2025
- Parts Girl Promotions Swap Meet, Cedar Rapids, IA
- Mar 7-9, 2025
- World of Wheels (Omaha, Nebraska)
- World of Wheels (Chicago, IL)
- Mar 29-30, 2025
- 35th Annual Donnie Smith Show and Swap Saint Paul, MN
April, 2025
- Apr 4-5, 2025
- Heartland Steam, Bettendorf, Iowa
- Apr 6, 2025
- Parts Girl Promotions Swap Meet Rock Island, IL
May, 2025
- May 2-3, 2025
- Vintage Torque Fest, Dubuque, IA
- May 3, 2025
- 14th Annual Sleeping Angels Fun Run, Boone IA
- May 10, 2025
- The Rust Run Antique Motorcycle Poker Run Atlanta, NE
- 2nd Annual Ride for The St Florian Children’s Miracle Burn Camp, Cedar Rapids, IA
- May 20, 2025
- Bikers Inside the Beltway, Washington DC
- May 22-25, 2025
- Redneck Revival, Conesville, IA
June, 2025
- No events scheduled just yet. Check back later. When we hear about them, we’ll let you know!
July, 2025
- Jul 3-5, 2025
- ABATE of Iowa Freedom Rally, Algona, IA
- Iowa Hog Drags and Nostalgia Reunion, Humboldt, IA
August, 2025
- No events scheduled just yet. Check back later. When we hear about them, we’ll let you know!
September, 2025
- Sep 10-14, 2025
- Lake of the Ozarks Bikefest, Osage Beach, MO
- Sep 25-28, 2025
- 41st Annual MRF Meeting of the Minds, Shreveport, LA
December, 2025
- No events scheduled just yet. Check back later. When we hear about them, we’ll let you know!
November, 2025
- No events scheduled just yet. Check back later. When we hear about them, we’ll let you know!
October, 2025
- No events scheduled just yet. Check back later. When we hear about them, we’ll let you know!
If you have any local motorcycle events, bike nights, or rides you’d like us to support and let our community know about, please reach out. We’re all about community involvement!
Looking for a motorcycle community that loves riding as much as you?
Looking for a Bike Night in Iowa Near You?
We’ve got you covered with our complete list of Bike Nights and Dinner Rides across Iowa in 2024!
There’s something magical about riding under the stars, the cool breeze against your face, the roar of the engine beneath you, and the camaraderie of fellow bikers around you. Bike Nights and Dinner Rides offer just that – an opportunity to enjoy the thrill of biking in a relaxed, social setting.
In Iowa, we’re fortunate to have a vibrant biking community that hosts numerous Bike Nights and Dinner Rides throughout the week. Whether you’re a seasoned rider or a newbie, these events offer a great way to meet like-minded individuals, share stories, and of course, enjoy some fantastic rides.
As you may be aware, we work closely with the Biker Community across the Midwest and with our good friend Vernon at Thunder Roads to get the most up-to-date information.
With his continued help, we’ve compiled an updated list of Bike Nights and Dinner Rides happening across Iowa in 2024. The list is broken down by the day of the week, making it easy for you to plan your riding week. So, gear up, rev your engines, and join us under the stars for some unforgettable nights of biking fun!
New Bike Night Navigation Feature: Click any of the links below for a map of the location!
Tuesday
- Mom’s – Maxwell, Iowa
- (2nd & 4th Tuesday)
- Tucker’s Tavern – Anamosa, Iowa
- (Hosts: Teufelhund/Unbreakable Brotherhood 2nd Tues)
- Johnny’s Pub – Lake Park, Iowa
Wednesday
- Back Forty Bike Night at the Barn – Des Moines, Iowa
- (2nd Wed May, Jun, Jul,
Sep)
- (2nd Wed May, Jun, Jul,
- Benolas – Baxter, Iowa
- Cruise Night – Britt, Iowa
- (3rd Wed Jul-Sep)
- Pete & Shorty’s – Clarksville, Iowa
- Whiskey Throttle Bar & Grill – Cherokee, Iowa
- Croz Nest – East Des Moines, Iowa
- (Every Other Wed)
- Supper Rides – Harley-Davidson of Carroll, Carroll, Iowa
- (2nd Wednesdays)
- Dinner Rides – Zylstra HD, Ames, Iowa
Thursday
- Edwards Bikes on the Hundred Block – Council Bluffs, Iowa
- (3rd Thursday)
- Roar Into Harlan – Harlan, Iowa
- (3rd Thursdays)
- Stumpy’s Bar & Grill – Duncombe, Iowa
- Metro HD – Cedar Rapids, Iowa
- (2nd Thursday May-Sep)
- East of Omaha Bike Night – Griswold, Iowa
- (1st Thurs May-Sep)
- Screamin’ Eagle – Waterloo, Iowa
- (May-Jul)
- Chommy’s Bar/Grill – Eldon, Iowa
- (3rd Thursday)
- Thunder N2 Atlantic Bike Night – Atlantic, Iowa
- (2nd Thurs May-Oct)
- Maggie’s Rumble Room – Des Moines, Iowa
- Capt. Roys Vintage Bike Night – Des Moines, Iowa
- (1st Thurs)
- Eddie’s Tavern – Seargeant Bluff, Iowa
Friday
- The Talk Shop Lounge – St. Charles, Iowa
- (Every Friday)
- Kilroy’s – Redfield, Iowa
- (1st and 3rd Friday)
- Cruze N’ to Corydon Bike Night – Corydon, Iowa
- (3rd Fri May-Aug)
- Bondurant Bike Night at the Rails – Bondurant, Iowa
- (4th Friday May-Sep)
- Thunder Nites – Newton, Iowa
- (2nd Friday Jun-Aug)
- Off Point Pub – Davenport, Iowa
- (Every Friday)
- Burt’s Dog House – Boxholm, Iowa
- (Every Other Friday)
- Wet Spot – Runnells, Iowa
- (Every Friday)
- Mean Machine Cycles – Elkhart, Iowa
- (4th Friday May-Aug)
- Tavern 36 – Mitchellville, Iowa
- (1st Friday)
- American Legion Post 232 – Polk City, Iowa
- (2nd Friday May-Sep)
- The Station – Slater, Iowa
- (3rd Friday Jun, Jul, Aug)
- Centerville Bike Night – Centerville, Iowa
- (4th Friday)
Saturday
- Dirty Biker Design – Winterset, Iowa
- (2nd Sat May-Sep)
- Happening’s Bar – Steamboat Rock, Iowa
- (3rd Sat Jun-Sep)
- My Sister’s Place – Carlisle, Iowa
- (Jun 8th Only)
- Ambro’s Roadhouse – DeSoto, Iowa
- (2nd Sat May – Oct)
Sunday
- Just 1 More – Jamaica, Iowa
- (Starting in May)
- Struthers Bros Summer BBQ Sunday Rides, Des Moines, Iowa
- (6/16/24, 7/28/24, 8/18/24)
Remember, always ride safely and respect the rules of the road. Enjoy the ride, and we hope to see you at one of these events soon!
Have you been injured while riding? Contact us for a free consultation and learn how we can help protect your rights.
None of the listed motorcycle events in Iowa (including Motorcycle Rallies in Minnesota and Biker Parties in Minnesota) are sponsored or hosted by The Biker Lawyers unless specified or otherwise indicated. Ride safe!