Delaware events
Delaware motorcycle events, rallies and bike nights
Delaware motorcycle events are local and frequent: bike nights around Wilmington, Dover and the beach towns, dealer open houses, charity rides and December toy runs. There's no national rally inside Delaware, but big events in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Maryland are an easy ride away. The live list on this page shows what's on the Rippin' map in Delaware right now, and you can post your own from the free app.
- Peak season
- April to October
- Big rallies
- A short ride away
- Post your own
- Free
- Platforms
- iPhone and Android
On the map now
Upcoming Delaware motorcycle events in Rippin'
The list below comes straight from the Rippin' events map: bike nights, meets, charity rides and toy runs posted in Delaware by riders, shops and organizers. Dates come from the organizers and can change, so confirm before you ride out.
Delaware is early on Rippin', so the list may be short. That also means anything you post gets seen by every rider nearby. For roads, seasons and laws, see the Delaware riding overview.
Live from the app
Delaware on Rippin' right now.
0 upcoming events and 0 rider-added roads in Delaware on the map today. This list updates whenever the site is rebuilt; the app always has the latest.
No Delaware events are on the Rippin' map yet. Know a bike night, rally or charity ride? Post it in the app under Meets, or have the organizer add it, and it shows up here and on the map for every rider nearby.
No Delaware roads are in the app yet. Add the one you love from Segments and a person on our team checks it before it goes live. How roads get added.
Every year
What Delaware's motorcycle calendar looks like
Delaware's events are mostly run by local shops, clubs and charities. Dates change year to year, so check the organizer.
- Bike nightsWeekly and monthly bike nights at dealers, bars and restaurants around Wilmington and Newark, Dover, and the beach towns, mostly from spring through fall.
- Charity ridesSummer weekends bring rides for veterans, first responders and local causes, often ending at a fire hall, VFW or bar with food and music.
- Blessings of the bikesSpring blessing of the bikes events at churches and dealers open the season, usually in April or May.
- Toy runsFrom late November through December, clubs and dealers run toy runs for local kids. Most are posted locally, so watch the events map.
- The Distinguished Gentleman's RideEvery May, riders on classic and vintage-style bikes dress sharp and ride for men's health. Check the DGR site for rides near Delaware.
Worth the trip
Rallies and races within a ride of Delaware
Several of the East Coast's bigger events are within a day's ride. These recur most years; confirm dates with each organizer.
- Wildwood, New Jersey in SeptemberWildwood has hosted Roar to the Shore, a big motorcycle weekend after Labor Day, for years. Take the Cape May-Lewes Ferry and it's a short ride from Cape May. Check that it's on before you plan.
- Ocean City, MarylandJust south of Fenwick Island, Ocean City has hosted motorcycle weekends in spring or fall for years. What runs changes, so check the town's event calendar.
- Thunder in the Valley, PennsylvaniaJohnstown's rally, usually in June, a day's ride west across Pennsylvania.
- Americade and LaconiaThe touring rally at Lake George, New York and Laconia Motorcycle Week in New Hampshire, both usually in June.
- Racing and track daysBudds Creek in Southern Maryland has hosted AMA Pro Motocross most summers, and New Jersey Motorsports Park in Millville, just across the Delaware Memorial Bridge, runs motorcycle track days.
Every week
How to find bike nights in Delaware
In a state this small, the nearest bike night may be in Pennsylvania, Maryland or across the bridge in New Jersey. The map shows them all.
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Open Meets
In Rippin', open the meets and events list. It covers bike nights, meets, rallies, swap meets, charity rides and toy runs.
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Set your area
Pick Wilmington, Newark, Dover, Lewes, Rehoboth or wherever you ride. Events show nearest first, including ones just over the line.
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RSVP
Tap RSVP so the organizer knows you're coming and riders can see who else is going.
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Ride in together
Start a group ride so the crew is on one live map on the way there.
Add yours
Post your Delaware motorcycle event
Any rider can post an event for free. Shops, clubs and brands that host a lot can use Organizer Pro ($8.99/mo) for unlimited and recurring meets, official events on the calendar and recurring ride plans. A beach bar or shop that hosts riders can also become a poker stop. More on motorcycle events in Rippin'.
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Create the event
Add the name, time, place and a short note on what to expect.
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Make it repeat
A weekly bike night or a monthly breakfast ride can repeat, so you post it once.
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Share it
Send it to your squad and post it to the feed. Riders RSVP from the app.
Getting there
Make the ride to the event count
- Claim turf on the wayRide there and back on different roads and the loop claims the land inside as turf. Most of Delaware's map is still open, and a small state fills fast.
- Collect poker cardsRoute past poker stops and pick up a card at each one. Your best five-card hand posts to the poker leaderboard.
- Plan the ferry runShare a ride plan with the ferry time, route and stops so everyone makes the boat.
- Check the weatherRippin' sends weather alerts before you ride. Wind and coastal storms matter here.
Seasons
Delaware's motorcycle calendar, by season
Spring (March to May): Blessings of the bikes, the first bike nights, the Distinguished Gentleman's Ride in May, and trips south for the Myrtle Beach rallies.
Summer (June to August): Bike nights and charity rides every week, the big northern rallies in June, and beach-town events in the evenings when the traffic eases.
Fall (September to November): The best stretch. Shore weekends after Labor Day, Brandywine foliage rides in October, and Biketoberfest trips to Florida.
Winter (December to February): Toy runs in December, then planning season. See the best time to ride in Delaware.
Before you go
Before you ride to a Delaware event
- Confirm the date and entry with the organizer the week before. Plans change.
- Reserve the ferry in summer if your route crosses Delaware Bay.
- Sort out tolls on I-95, DE 1 and the Delaware Memorial Bridge before you leave.
- Skip beach traffic by riding early, or plan the ride home after the evening rush.
- Ride home in daylight. Deer and farm equipment are hard to see at dusk. Our Delaware roads guide has better routes than the highway.
FAQ
Questions riders ask.
What motorcycle events are coming up in Delaware?
Check the live list on this page, pulled from the Rippin' events map, or open Meets in the app. Confirm dates with each organizer.
Is there a big motorcycle rally in Delaware?
Delaware doesn't have a national rally of its own. Its calendar is bike nights, charity rides and toy runs, and big events in New Jersey, Maryland and Pennsylvania are a short ride away.
How do I find bike nights near Wilmington?
Open Meets in Rippin', set your area to Wilmington and browse what's nearest, including events just over the line in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
Can I ride the ferry from Delaware to a New Jersey rally?
Yes. The Cape May-Lewes Ferry carries motorcycles. Reserve ahead in summer, especially on event weekends.
Are there motorcycle toy runs in Delaware?
Yes, every holiday season, run by clubs and dealers from late November through December. Check the events map.
Can I post my own motorcycle event in Rippin'?
Yes, any rider can post a meet or event for free. Organizer Pro adds unlimited and recurring meets and official events for shops and clubs.
Find Delaware's next bike night.
Download Rippin' free, see Delaware events on the map, RSVP, and post the ones we're missing.
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