Wanna ride? Here are plenty of events to check out. We suggest you call first to confirm. To list your event, please send info and phone number at least four months in advance to RoadBike, Calendar, 1010 Summer Street, Stamford, CT 06905 or fax 203/425-8775. Or e-mail all your event's info to Calendar@TAMCommunications.com. All events listed may also be found in the current issue of RoadBike.

APRIL 2006
14-15. Costa Mesa, CA. QUICK THROTTLE EXPO. Orange County Fairgrounds. A huge motorcycle marketplace with non-stop music, a custom bike show, and the Miss Quick Throttle Bikini Challenge. Info: 805/686-2007, horsepowerpromotions.com.

15. Chattanooga, TN. BLESSING OF THE BIKES 2006. Hamilton County River Park. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free BBQ for bikers. Open to everyone with sportbikes, cruisers, choppers, touring bikes, and scooters. Info: 423/313-1663, cmachattanooga.com.

20-23. Lafayette, LA. BLAST ON THE BAYOU. Blackham Coliseum. Motorcycle rally, bike games with cash prizes, bike show, Zydeco music, great food, poker runs, and vendors blast into our favorite Louisiana town. Info: 337/365-4277, blastrally.com.

21-23. Helena, AR. WILD HOG MUSICFEST & MOTORCYCLE RALLY. Downtown. Rally along the banks of the Mississippi River, featuring Blood Sweat & Tears and Chuck Negron of Three Dog Night. Poker run, bike show, and Corvette gathering. Sooooie! Info: 870/572-5503, wildhogmusic.org.

21-23. Laval, Quebec, Canada. 7TH CLASSIC BIKE & TATTOO SHOW. SportExpo. Featuring more than 150 booths, over 50 working tattoo artists with a competition to follow, a custom bike show, bikini fashion show, wrestling session, and lots of live music. Info: 450/477-9814, prosproduction.com.

21-23. Wildwood, NJ. WILDWOOD SPRING BIKE RALLY. First annual Wildwood rally -- let’s make it a tradition. Info: 609/889-9679.

21-23. Yuma, AZ. 45TH YUMA PRISON RUN. Yuma County Fairgrounds. Live music, bike/trike games, 50/50 raffle, vendors, on-site camping. Proceeds benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation, Burn & Trauma Foundation, American Diabetes Association, and Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation. Info: 818/597-9492, yumaprisonrun.com.

22. Centre, AL. BIKE SHOW & CRAWFISH BOIL. Biker Shack 411. Live bands, poker run, 50/50 drawing, door prizes, and all the crawfish you can eat. Info: 256/475-3384.

22. Green Bay, WI. 2ND ANNUAL MIDWEST CYCLEMANIA BIKE SHOW. Brown County Veterans Memorial Complex. Custom show focusing on the many varieties of motorcycles found in the Midwest. Will also include a variety of entertainment. Info: 920/434-8725, midwestcyclemania.com.

22. Hartford, CT. V-TWIN BIKE SHOW. Connecticut Convention Center. Invitational show featuring master builders, live music by Toyz, a fashion show with the Purrfect Angelz, vendors, food, and drink. Info: 800/962-9857.

23. Birch Run, MI. “GIANT” MOTORCYCLE SWAP MEET. Birch Run Expo Center. Buy and sell new and used bikes, parts, apparel, and more. Info: 800/968-4242, motorcycleswap.com.

25-29. Eureka Spring, AR. THE EUREKA SPRINGS “RIDE RALLY RIDE.” Edelweiss Inn. No vendors, no bike shows, just great riding through beautiful countryside. Check out historic buildings, great restaurants, and good ol’ country music. Info: 800/870-2529, edelweissinn.com.

26-29. Laughlin, NV. LAUGHLIN RIVER RUN. Casinos, top-name entertainment, motorcycle displays, factory demo rides, trade show exhibits, a custom bike show, and more. Nearby destinations include Hoover Dam, Route 66, the Grand Canyon, and the London Bridge in Lake Havasu City, Arizona. Info: 800/357-8823, laughlinriverrun.com.

28-30. Bradford, TN. 6TH ANNUAL SKULLBONE BIKE RALLY. Skullbone Music Park. Gates open at noon on Friday. Live entertainment, field events, bike show, contests, vendors, camping, and more. All over 18 are welcome. Info: 731/742-4291, skullbonepark.com.

28-30. Leesburg, FL. LEESBURG BIKEFEST. Historic Downtown Leesburg. Includes live bands, Miss Bikefest contest, Rat’s Hole Custom Motorcycle Show, biker games, festive food, vendors. Info: 352/365-0053, leesburgbikefest.com.

29. Baltimore, MD. BALTIMORE RIDE FOR SAFE KIDS. Proceeds will go to SAFE KIDS Baltimore for the purchase of child safety seats for low-income families in the Baltimore area. Info: 410/361-9130.

29. Denver, CO. FIRST ANNUAL POKER/TOY RUN. Benefits Ronald McDonald House. Donation is $15 and a new, unwrapped toy; in return, you get a T-shirt, free breakfast and lunch, and a $10 Casino credit. Enjoy a live band and raffles. Info: 303/445-4747, renegademotorcycleclothing.com.

29. Kansas City, MO. V-TWIN BIKE SHOW. Bartle Hall. Invitational show featuring over 100 master builders, live music, vendors, food and drink. Info: 800/962-9857.

29. Neosho, MO. CHOPPERS4CHILDREN BIKE SHOW AND RALLY. Missouri Square. 10 a.m., rain or shine. Poker run, bike show, biker build-off, “pimp my bike” demonstration, live music, food and beverage, custom bike and trailer auction, rolling dyno, free camping. All proceeds benefit the Children’s Miracle Network. Info: choppers4children.com.

29. Ormond Beach, FL. EASTER SEALS RIDE FOR INDEPENDENCE. Boot Hill Saloon. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. An open, organized ride through Volusia and Flagler counties. Post-event party features field events, 50/50 raffle, games, contests, prizes and more. Info: 386/255-4568, eastersealsspecialevents.com.

MAY 2006
5-7. Fredericksburg, TX. 10TH ANNUAL HILL COUNTRY RUN. Lady Bird Johnson Park. Poker run, bike show, live music, games, and much more. Campground with full hookups on site. Info: 830/997-6982, hillcountryrun.com.

5-7. Virginia Beach, VA. VIRGINIA BEACH BIKE CLASSIC. Holiday Trav L Park. World-class concerts, over 100 vendors, bike show, field events, poker run, burn-out contest, fun for kids, and more. Info: 757-426-1800, vabeachbikeclassic.com.

6. Fayetteville, TN. 4TH ANNUAL STEVE BARTLETT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP POKER RUN. Horse Show Grounds. BBQ, Harley giveaway, run and fun. Info: 931/993-0577, www.tennesseevalleyriders.org.

6. Kennesaw, GA. 4TH ANNUAL ATLANTA TOP GUN RIDE FOR CHILDREN. Meet at Hooters, Old Hwy 41, at 2 p.m. Ride travels through west Cobb County and through the gates of NAS Atlanta/Dobbins, ending at the VR46 Squadron hangar; party in the hangar follows. $30 includes dinner; $10 kids 12 and under. Info: 678/325-5900, topgunrideatlanta.com.

12-13. Hardy, AR. SPRING RIVER MOTORCYCLE RALLY. Main Street. All bikes welcome; drug- and alcohol-free event. Battle of the bands, free tent camping, bike games, bike wash, food, retail and swap meet, poker run, rock concert. Info: 870/856-3571.

12-21. Myrtle Beach, SC. CRUISIN’ THE COAST BIKE WEEK. Murrells Inlet. 10 days of fun in the sun. Shows, concerts, poker runs, vendors, etc. Info: 336/643-1367, myrtlebeachbikeweek.com.

13. Kennesaw, GA. 12TH ANNUAL RIDE TO LIVE. 2102 Old Hwy 41. Benefits the American Diabetes Association. Sign-in at 9 a.m., opening ceremony at 10:30, ride leaves at 11. $35 pre-registration, $40 day of event; includes a cook-out, music bike show, silent auction, and 50/50 raffle. Info: 404/320-7100 ext. 3034, diabetes.org/ridetolive.

13. Peoria, IL. 10TH ANNUAL RIDE FOR THE CURE. 603 S. Cameron Ln., Bartonville. 10 a.m. Benefits the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Registration fee $20. Info: komenpeoria.org.

14. Washington, DC. LAWRIDE. Six-mile ride to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial, to honor those who gave their lives in the line of duty. Info: 321/267-2366, lawride.com.

15-20. Myrtle Beach, SC. MYRTLE BEACH SPRING RALLY. Convention Center. Live bands and stunt shows daily, a competition ride-in show, and a custom bike builders expo with some of the top builders in the nation. Info: 800/200-4557, road-shows.com.

17-28. Ontario, CA. RUN FOR THE WALL. Annual cross-country ride to Washington, DC, dedicated to POW/MIAs. Central and southern routes are available. Info: 281/298-6638, rftw.org.

18-21. Ruidoso, NM. ASPENCASH MOTORCYCLE RALLY. Ruidoso Convention Center. Poker run for cash prizes. Do the run any day you choose, as many times as you’d like. Info: 800/452-8045, motorcyclerally.com.

19-21. Oklahoma City, OK. 3RD ANNUAL MAY DAZE RALLY. 1/4 mile east of I-44 on S.W. 149th. Features concerts, wrestling matches, bike games, a bike and car show, and a poker run. $25. Info: 405/286-4247, okcbikerally.com.

19-21. Santa Maria, CA. ALL AMERICAN MOTORCYCLE MADNESS. Santa Maria Fair Park. Three bike shows, poker run, motorcycle stunt show and racing, live music, Santa Maria Style BBQ, Miss Ultimate Bikini contest; over 150 vendors in Vendor Village. Info: 805/686-2007, horsepowerpromotions.com.

19-22. Baker City, OR. 7TH ANNUAL HELLS CANYON RALLY. Geiser Grand Hotel. Ride through North America’s deepest canyon; all bikes welcome. Info: 360/606-5763, hellscanyonrally.com.

20. Clinton, NJ. RIDE FOR THE RIVER. Spruce Run Recreation Area. A fund-raising poker run. Families are welcome; prizes and refreshments are available. Info: 908/782-0422, sbwa.org.

20-21. Marquette, KS. 2ND ANNUAL THUNDER ON THE SMOKY RALLY. Main Street. Food, vendors, dyno, music, bike games, and races, along with two museums featuring over 200 bikes and memorabilia. Camping available. Info: 785/546-2449, ksmm.us.

20-21. Rhinebeck, NY. ANTIQUE MOTORCYCLE SWAP MEET & SHOW. Dutchess County Fairgrounds, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Held in conjunction with antique truck and machinery shows; free admission. Info: 607/539-6468.

25-29. La Plata, MD. FIRE UP THUNDR OUT VII - ROLLING THUNDER RALLY & CAMPGROUNDS. Charles County Fairgrounds Camping, secure facilities, biker games, food and ride-in bike show, local bands. Info: 301/893-2900, fireupthundrout.com.

26-28. Tillsonburg, Ontario, Canada. 3RD ANNUAL CREATIVE METAL FEST. A celebration of metal and mechanical arts, including an interactive bike show, poker run, manufacturer displays, swap meet, and vendors. This is a charity event. Info: 519/842-6151, metalfest.net.

26-28. Washington, DC. Washington DC MC EXPO & SHOW. RFK Stadium Armory Complex. Custom choppers, cruisers, sportbikes, trikes, live music, contests, and vendors. Info: 813/672-8734.

26-28. Winnemucca, NV. RUN-A-MUCCA RALLY. Various locations. All motorcycles welcome. Free outdoor music, memorial service, event cruise, bike show, vendors, poker run, bike games, poker stagger, and the “Burning Bike.” Info: 775/623-5071 ext. 102, runamucca.com.

26-29. Buckhorn, MO. MID AMERICA FREEDOM RALLY. Fort Leonard Wood Shrine Club. Vendors, live music, bike show, poker run, camping on-site. Join the Memorial Day ceremony; all are welcome. Info: 573/528-1528, home.earthlink.net/~freedomrally/.

26-29. Red River, NM. MEMORIAL DAY MOTORCYCLE RALLY. Music, vendors, food, and fun in a one-mile stretch; come ride the Enchanted Circle. Info: 800/348-6444, redrivernewmex.com.

26-29. Riverside, CA. WEST COAST THUNDER VII. Skip Fordyce Harley-Davidson. Vendors, food, live entertainment, poker run, bike games, and more. On Memorial Day, a parade to Riverside National Cemetery. Info: 800/200-4557, road-shows.com.

27-28. Springfield, IL. THE SPRINGFIELD TT & MILE. Illinois State Fairgrounds. The TT is on the 27th at 7 p.m., the Mile is the next day at 1 p.m. These are AMA-sanctioned races. Info: 217/753-8866, illinoismda.com.

28. Washington, DC. ROLLING THUNDER XIX. Meet at North Pentagon parking lot. 9 a.m. Ride through the nation’s capital to the Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial to pay respects to POWs and MIAs. Info: 908/369-5439, rollingthunder1.com.

28. Valparaiso, IN. VALPO-FEST SHOW & SWAP. Porter County Fairgrounds. Vendors, music, food, beer garden, and more. Info: 219/464-9918, 2motorcycleshows.com.

29. Toronto, Ontario, Canada. THE B.A.D. RIDE 9. Ends at Exhibition Place. Ninth running of the Bikers Against Distress ride. The route is, as always, a secret. All makes are welcome. Info: 416/595-1716, thebadride.com.

JUNE 2006
1-4. Austin, TX. REPUBLIC OF TEXAS BIKER RALLY. Travis County Expo Center. Open to all. Motorcycle events, activities, vendors, celebrity chopper builders, and free tent camping on-site. Info: 512/263-9927, rotrally.com.

2-3. Maryville, TN. WAKIN’ THE DRAGON BIKER RALLY. Smoky Mountain Speedway. Bike shows, vendors, and the “Wakin’ the Dragon Parade” down US Hwy 129. The Marshall Tucker Band plays Friday night. Info: 865/740-8989, wakinthedragonbikerrally.com.

2-4. Albany, GA. ALBANY BIKE DAYS 2006. 1304 Williamsburg Road. 6th annual motorcycle rally includes “Run What Ya Brung” drag racing, concert, vendors, food, and camping. Info: 866/446-0078.

2-4. Millville, NJ. MILLVILLE BIKEFEST. High Street. A growing annual event featuring a custom bike show, rides, vendors, live music, and more. Info: 856/765-0015.

3. Flora, IL. 3RD PKD BENEFIT RIDE & MOTORYCLE SHOW. Library Park. Bike show, DJ, live band, trophies, 50/50 raffles, food, classic car display, pins, benefit ride. Info: 618/676-1523, kingcityhog.com.

3-4. Auburn, CA. WOMEN’S MOTORCYCLE EXPO. Gold Country Fairgrounds. Two days of vendors, manufacturer displays, customs, bike games, a ride-in bike show, food, clinics, and music from AC/DShe. Proceeds to benefit WEAVE (Women Escaping a Violent Environment). Info: 916/608-8686, realwomenride.com.

3-4. Orlando, FL. ORLANDO MOTORCYCLE SALON. See the newest lines of bikes, products, apparel, and services for enthusiasts. Info: 305/529-2842, themotorcycletour.com.

4. Atlanta, GA. RIDE FOR KIDS GEORGIA. North Point Mall in Alpharetta. 8 a.m., rain or shine. Benefits the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation. Sidecars are encouraged to accommodate kids with special needs. Info: 800/253-6530, rideforkids.org.

4. Danville, PA. 21ST ANNUAL MOTORCYCLE MIRACLE TOUR. Geisinger Medical Center. 9 a.m. A 70-mile ride benefiting Janet Weis Children’s Hospital pediatric services. Info: 570/672-2075, geisinger.org.

4. East Hartford, CT. 8TH ANNUAL BRIAN ASELTON MEMORIAL RUN. Gengras Harley-Davidson/Buell. 10 a.m. All friends and supporters of law enforcement on all makes of bikes are welcome. Info: 860/594-6247, brianaselton.org.

4. Richmond, VA. RIDE FOR KIDS VIRGINIA. Brook Hollow Shopping Center in Short Pump. 8 a.m., rain or shine. Benefits the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation. Sidecars are encouraged to accommodate kids with special needs. Info: 800/253-6530, rideforkids.org.

4. West Norristown, PA. 17TH ANNUAL POW/MIA RIDE FOR FREEDOM. Norristown Area High School. All makes are welcome. Info: 610/631-9423.

4-11. Eureka Springs, AR. VENTURERIDER SPRING RALLY. Iron Horse Stables in Berryville. Celebrate the beautiful area, great riding, and unique charm of Eureka Springs; all bikes and riders are welcome. Info: 636/485-9613, venturerider.org.

4-11. Northumberland, PA. PENNSYLVANIA RALLY ON THE RIVER. Splash Magic Resort. Over 21 only. Admission includes food, beverage, and free camping. Enjoy live entertainment, riding events, a swap meet, and more. Info: 410/963-3647, parallyontheriver.com.

5-10. Lake George, NY. AMERICADE 2006. They call it the “World’s Largest Touring Rally,” and that’s a fact. Features rides, demos, two tradeshows, boat cruises, rodeos, parties, seminars, parades, and much more. Info: 518/798-7888, tourexpo.com.