West Virginia events
West Virginia motorcycle events, rallies and bike nights
West Virginia motorcycle events are local and seasonal: bike nights, charity rides, poker runs and toy runs in towns across the state, plus fall festivals that make great ride destinations, like Bridge Day at the New River Gorge and the Mountain State Forest Festival in Elkins. For big rallies, West Virginia riders travel. Here's how to plan the year and find what's on near you.
- Peak season
- May to October
- Big fall weekend
- Bridge Day
- Post your own
- Free
- Platforms
- iPhone and Android
On the map now
Upcoming West Virginia motorcycle events in Rippin'
The list right below this section comes live from the Rippin' events map: bike nights, meets, rallies, swap meets, charity rides and toy runs in West Virginia that riders, shops and organizers have posted. Dates come from the organizers and can change, so confirm before you ride out.
Rippin' started in Southern California, so West Virginia's list is still filling in. A bike night you post here gets seen by every rider nearby.
Live from the app
West Virginia on Rippin' right now.
3 upcoming events and 0 rider-added roads in West Virginia on the map today. This list updates whenever the site is rebuilt; the app always has the latest.
- Sat Nov 72026 Buckwheat 100 GNCCThornton
- Sun Nov 29Harrison County Area Annual Toy RunLost Creek
- Wed Aug 4East Coast Sturgis Rally 2027Oldtown
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Ride there
West Virginia festivals worth the ride
None of these are motorcycle events, but each is a great excuse for a ride on some of the best roads in the state. Dates change year to year, so check the organizer.
- Bridge DayOn the third Saturday in October, the New River Gorge Bridge is handed over to BASE jumpers, rappellers and crowds on foot. Arrive early, or ride the Midland Trail and enjoy the gorge from a quieter spot.
- Mountain State Forest FestivalA long-running early fall festival in Elkins, right on US 219 and US 33. Ride in through the high country while the leaves turn.
- Mothman FestivalA quirky September weekend in Point Pleasant on the Ohio River. Ride WV 2 along the river to get there.
- Spring ramp dinnersIn April, mountain towns like Richwood hold ramp feeds celebrating the wild leek. A good first ride of the year on WV 39.
- Highland Maple FestivalJust over the line in Highland County, Virginia, each March, at the end of a great run over the Alleghenies on US 250.
Worth the ride
Big rallies within reach of West Virginia
These come around every year. We don't list exact dates because they change, so check each organizer before you plan.
- Thunder in the ValleyA long-running June rally in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, an easy ride from the northern part of the state.
- AMA Vintage Motorcycle DaysA July weekend at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio, with vintage racing and a huge swap meet.
- AmericadeA big touring rally at Lake George, New York, each June.
- Myrtle Beach bike ralliesThe May rallies on South Carolina's Grand Strand, a long ride south through Virginia and the Carolinas.
- Daytona Bike Week and BiketoberfestThe big Florida pair: Bike Week in March and Biketoberfest in October.
- The Distinguished Gentleman's RideEvery May, riders dress sharp on classic and vintage-style bikes to raise money for men's health. Register on the DGR site to find the nearest ride.
Track days
Racing and track days in West Virginia
Summit Point Motorsports Park in the Eastern Panhandle runs motorcycle track days and club racing. Check its calendar. If you want to ride fast, a track day is the place for it, not the Highland Scenic Highway.
Rippin' never rewards speed on public roads. Segment boards are about who owns a road and who rides it, not a race. See the best motorcycle roads in West Virginia for where to ride, and the West Virginia motorcycle rides hub for the overview.
Give back
Charity rides, poker runs and toy runs
Charity rides are the backbone of West Virginia's riding calendar: memorial rides, poker runs for local causes, rides for veterans and first responders, and holiday toy runs in November and December. Clubs, dealers and chapters usually post them a few weeks out, so check the events map as the season goes.
A charity poker run works a lot like poker runs in Rippin': ride to stops, collect cards, best hand wins. In Rippin', each stop deals one card when you arrive, no QR codes, and your best five-card hand posts to the poker leaderboard.
Every week
How to find bike nights in West Virginia
Rallies are once a year. Bike nights are every week, and they're how you find riders to ride with.
West Virginia bike nights mostly run May through October. If your regular night isn't on the map, post it. Any rider can post a meet for free and set it to repeat, and shops and clubs that host a lot can use Organizer Pro ($8.99/mo) for unlimited and recurring meets and official events. A diner, outfitter or shop that riders visit can also become a poker stop. More on motorcycle events in Rippin'.
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Open Meets
In Rippin', open the meets and events list for bike nights, meets, rallies, swap meets, charity rides and toy runs.
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Set your area
Pick Charleston, Morgantown, Huntington, Wheeling, the Eastern Panhandle or wherever you ride. Events show nearest first.
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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, where cell signal allows.
Seasons
West Virginia's motorcycle event calendar, by season
Spring (March to May): The Highland Maple Festival over the line in March, ramp dinners in April, and the Distinguished Gentleman's Ride and Myrtle Beach rallies in May.
Summer (June to August): Thunder in the Valley and Americade in June, Vintage Motorcycle Days in July, and peak bike night season in the high country.
Fall (September to November): The Mothman Festival in September, the Forest Festival and Bridge Day in October, and color rides everywhere.
Winter (December to February): Toy runs in December, then a long quiet stretch in the mountains. Watch the map for swap meets and indoor shows.
FAQ
Questions riders ask.
Are there big motorcycle rallies in West Virginia?
West Virginia's calendar is mostly local: bike nights, charity rides and toy runs. Riders travel to big rallies like Thunder in the Valley in Pennsylvania and Americade in New York.
When is Bridge Day?
The third Saturday in October. The bridge is closed to vehicles for the festival, so plan your route around the gorge and expect crowds in Fayetteville.
When is motorcycle event season in West Virginia?
May through October, with fall festivals in September and October. Toy runs fill December.
How do I find bike nights in Charleston or Morgantown?
Open Meets in Rippin', set your area and browse what's nearest. If your regular night isn't listed, post it and set it to repeat.
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.
Are there motorcycle track days in West Virginia?
Yes. Summit Point Motorsports Park in the Eastern Panhandle runs motorcycle track days and club racing. Check its calendar.
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