Last Updated on: 9th September 2022, 06:15 am
Daytona Bike Week grabs headlines as the World’s Largest Motorcycle Event, but its younger brother, Biketoberfest, has just as much to offer – but with better weather and fewer crowds! Every October, over 100,000 motorcycle enthusiasts descend on Daytona Beach for a long weekend of partying, scenic rides, professional motorcycle races, live music, motorcycle shows, vendors, and more.
Are you planning to attend this year’s Daytona Biketoberfest? Here’s everything you want to know about the event itself, Biketoberfest motorcycle transport, and the best Biketoberfest rides to enjoy while you’re there.
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Where: Biketoberfest Location in Florida
Biketoberfest takes place in Daytona Beach, Florida with events spread throughout Main Street, downtown Daytona Beach, Midtown, and Ormond Beach. The rally takes over the city with most events and vendors along the beach, but it spreads to surrounding cities.
There are two main locations you’ll want to know:
- Official Biketoberfest Welcome Center at ONE DAYTONA, One, Daytona Blvd, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
- Daytona International Speedway at 1801 W International Speedway Blvd, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
Make sure you check out the map below to see attractions, activities, saloons, and more to check out at Biketoberfest. You’ll also want to download the official Biketoberfest app to stay on top of the day’s activities!
When: Biketoberfest Dates 2021 & 2022
When is Biketoberfest? Daytona Biketoberfest 2021 was October 14 to 17, 2021. Daytona Biketoberfest 2021 celebrates the 30th anniversary from October 13 to 16, 2022.
Planning to attend Biketoberfest and Daytona Bike Week? These events are held about 5 months apart. Daytona Bike Week 2022 dates are March 4 to March 13, 2022.
Daytona Bike Week vs Biketoberfest
Biketoberfest vs Bike Week: which is better, and what’s the difference? Biketoberfest is sometimes called the smaller sibling of the Daytona Beach Bike Week held every spring. Both events have made Daytona Beach one of the world’s top destinations for motorcycle rallies, but they are very different, despite being hosted in the same city.
Biketoberfest is smaller, younger, and shorter with annual attendance of about 100,000. It’s a four-day event that celebrates its 30th year in 2022. By comparison, Daytona Bike Week is a 10-day event that celebrates its 81st year in 2022. Bike Week sees attendance of 400,000 to 500,000. It’s on the same level as Sturgis, but it’s hard to say which actually draws in a bigger crowd.
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Despite the similarities, you’ll find a different vibe when you compare Daytona Bike Week vs Biketoberfest. Compared to the spring event, Biketoberfest has more choppers, more new-model intros from bike manufacturers, and a more condensed events calendar thanks to its shorter timeline.
Daytona Beach is far less crowded in October while March is peak tourist season with lots of crowds, traffic, and higher hotel rates. The weather is actually better too with somewhat higher temperatures and less intense sun. October is simply a better time for hitting the open road in Central Florida.
Biketoberfest Events & Guide to Things to Do
Biketoberfest may only last four days, but every day is action-packed with live music, gatherings, races, performances, contests, demo rides, and vendors spread across Daytona Beach, Ormond Beach, and surrounding areas. Here’s a Biketoberfest guide to the top things to do, from Biketoberfest events to fun biker bars, races, and meet-ups.
Fall Cycle Scene @ Daytona International Speedway
The races at Daytona International Speedway are one of the highlights of Biketoberfest. The entire four days of the event, the Midway area, or the front side of International Speedway Boulevard, transforms into a shopping mecca for biker gear and parts. Harley-Davidson Thunder Alley is a must-see destination with live music every day. The speedway hosts motorcycle races throughout Biketoberfest too!
Admission to the Motorcycle Midway is free. Race tickets start at $10 or you can buy weekend admission for $50 online.
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Biketoberfest Motorcycle Swap Meet & Bike Show @ Daytona Flea Market
One of the highlights of Biketoberfest is the massive swap meet and bike show. Held at the Daytona Flea Market, it’s the largest 3-day motorcycle and music event in the world and spreads over 30 square blocks. 2022 is the 30th anniversary of the Daytona Biketoberfest swap meet and show!
The event features tons of vendors for buying, selling, and trading plus multiple bike shows, live music, Wall of Death shows, stunt riders, door prizes, food, and cold beer. Admission is $7 per day or $15 for a VIP four-day pass.
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Bruce Rossmeyer’s Destination Daytona & New Smyrna H-D
One of the top Biketoberfest events takes place at Bruce Rossmeyer’s Harley-Davidson, a Harley dealership with a massive collection of bikes and apparel as well as the venue for one of the largest biker events in South Florida.
Bruce Rossmeyer’s Destination Daytona has a four-day event that coincides with Biketoberfest. Events include:
- Test ride the new Pan America and Sportster
- Live music until midnight at Saints & Sinners Pub
- Police skills demos
- Official HOG Pin Stop
- Ladies Ride-in Bike Show for Breast Cancer Awareness
- Hardcore Cycles Performance Bike Show
- Power House Arm Wrestling Backyard Brawl
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Bruce Rossmeyer’s New Smyrna Harley-Davidson also hosts a Biketoberfest event. The New Smyrna H-D event features live music, test rides of the new Pan America and Sportster, and the H-D Factory Demo Truck.
Dunlop Florida Fall Classic @ Volusia Speedway Park
The Fall Classic returns to Volusia Speedway Park during Biketoberfest. The event showcases amateur flat track racers in an American Motorcyclist Association-sanctioned event. Tickets are just $20 with kids 12 and under admitted for free! The Volusia Speedway Park is just 24 miles outside Daytona Beach in De Leon Springs, FL.
Best Biketoberfest Biker Bars
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Daytona Beach is known for its many biker bars and saloons – many of which feature live music, parties, bike shows, and more during Biketoberfest. Here are the best biker bars to visit while you’re in town.
- Bank & Blues Club. This historic nightclub is right on Main Street, the heart of Biketoberfest. They have a great lineup for live music during Biketoberfest 2022!
- Dirty Harry’s Pub. Dirty Harry’s becomes one of the most exciting block parties during Biketoberfest with contests and an outdoor stage with live music.
- Boot Hill Saloon. This old-school biker bar features live music right on Main Street.
- Main Street Station. This 1950’s gas station and garage-turned-bar is a top destination during Biketoberfest with three bars, live music, and pool tables.
- Froggy’s Saloon. One of the top Main Street Daytona Beach biker bars, Froggy’s is a biker- and veteran-oriented bar with a festive environment.
- Full Moon Saloon. This pool hall transforms into one of the best parties during Biketoberfest with an outdoor stage, live music, and entertainment.
- Iron Horse Saloon. The World Famous Iron Horse is one of Daytona’s most famous biker bars known for its live music and great food.
- Hang Dawg Saloon. Right across the street from Iron Horse Saloon in Ormond Beach is Hang Dawg Saloon, a great stop for bikers for live music and entertainment.
Other Biketoberfest Events to Check Out
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From bike shows to parties and live music, here are other top Biketoberfest events you won’t want to miss.
- Indian Motorcycle Demo Tour with free demo rides on the new Indian lineup including the Indian Vintage Dark Horse and Roadmaster Limited at the world’s largest Indian Motorcycle dealership!
- Rat’s Hole Custom Bike & Chopper Show. Stop by for the 29th annual bike show from Rat’s Hole at Indian Motorcycle Daytona Beach.
- Revved up Ride In Bike Show. The inaugural show takes place at Beaver Bar Ormond Beach with scheduled events, a full menu, cold drinks, and thousands in prizes.
- Biketoberfest Ruff Ride Poker Run hosted by the Halifax Humane Society features a barbecue dinner, poker, and prizes.
- Biketoberfest at The Bank & Blues with a lineup of live music
- Biketoberfest @ Cacklebery Campground featuring a daisy duke contest, wet t-shirt contest, bikini bull riding, pole dancing, slime wrestling, and a thong race.
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Daytona Biketoberfest Map
Daytona Beach Motorcycle Rides During Daytona Biketoberfest
What’s a motorcycle rally without a thrilling ride on the open road? Here are some of the best Daytona Beach motorcycle rides while you’re in town.
- Street Festival Ride between Main Street and Midtown. This short, 4-mile ride is a must during Biketoberfest. You’ll start on the iconic Main Street, the heart of Biketoberfest, and take a scenic cruise along Beach Street. The ride takes you past several major attractions of the rally like Indian Motorcycle of Daytona Beach.
- Lucky Ride from Daytona Beach Racing & Card Club to DeLand. This fun ride takes you past Daytona International Speedway, Blue Spring State Park, Green Springs State Park, and Lake Monroe.
- The Ormond Scenic Loop. This iconic and picturesque ride is 30 miles and goes through state parks and along the Atlantic Ocean. If you only have time for one major ride, make it this one!
- U.S. Highway 1 Ride. This iconic South Florida ride takes just an hour and features some of the most famous biker destinations in the area including Bruce Rossmeyer’s Daytona Harley-Davidson and the Iron Horse Saloon. Start in Daytona Beach and ride along U.S. Highway A1A and the Ormond Beach Scenic Loop.
- National Seashore Ride to Canaveral National Seashore through New Smyrna Beach. This ride takes about an hour and it’s one of the most popular Daytona motorcycle rides.
- Ponce Inlet Ride to Ponce Inlet Lighthouse. This gorgeous ride takes you along South Atlantic Avenue to Florida’s tallest lighthouse.
- Old City Ride to St. Augustine. If you’re flying into Jacksonville, you can swing over to St. Augustine, just 40 minutes away, and take this ride down into Daytona Beach. Otherwise, you can make it a roundtrip ride starting in Daytona covering 110 miles.
Be sure you check our guide to the best Florida motorcycle rides for more details on these routes and other great choices.
Getting to Biketoberfest – Airport & Motorcycle Shipping to Daytona Beach
Are you flying into Daytona Beach or riding to Biketoberfest? If you’re planning on shipping a motorcycle to Daytona Beach, there are a few things to keep in mind.
Where should you ship your bike? To save time, reduce last-mile delivery delays, and benefit from a predictable, easy pick-up, your best option is shipping a motorcycle to the carrier’s distribution center or warehouse instead of directly into Daytona Beach. You can drop off and/or pick up your motorcycle at a local warehouse with greater freedom and flexibility. You won’t need to wait around during a large delivery window when you should be on vacation!
There are several major airports near Daytona Beach:
- Daytona Beach International Airport (DAB) is right next to Daytona International Speedway, a major Biketoberfest attraction, and three miles outside downtown Daytona Beach
- Orlando International Airport (MCO) is 73 miles away
- Orlando Sanford Airport (SFB) is 45 miles away
- Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) is 89 miles away
- Tampa International Airport (TPA) is 147 miles away
If you’re flying in and shipping your motorcycle to Biketoberfest, consider how close you want to get. Florida is a biker’s paradise with tons of great rides in Central and South Florida. By flying into Orlando, Jacksonville, or even Tampa, you can cross a scenic Florida motorcycle ride off your bucket list! Here are some of the best motorcycle rides in Florida you can enjoy on your way to Biketoberfest.
Federal Motorcycle Transport has several warehouses close to major airports serving Daytona Beach. Enjoy maximum flexibility and predictable motorcycle transport to Daytona Beach Biketoberfest with warehouse locations in:
- Jacksonville, FL
- Orlando, FL
- Tampa, FL
We also offer discounts for members of AMA and HOG! Learn more with our guide to Florida motorcycle shipping and an overview of motorcycle shipping costs.
Biketoberfest FAQ
What Is Biketoberfest in Daytona Beach?
Biketoberfest is a major 4-day motorcycle rally in Daytona Beach. Similar to Bike Week in March, the event features races at Daytona International Speedway, parties, live music, vendors, demo rides, and more.
When is Biketoberfest in Daytona?
Biketoberfest is always in mid-October. The Daytona Biketoberfest 2022 dates are October 13 to 16, 2022.
How long is Biketoberfest?
Daytona Beach Biketoberfest lasts for four days in mid-October.
When does Biketoberfest start?
Biketoberfest usually starts on the second Thursday of October. Biketoberfest 2022 starts on October 13, 2022.
Where is Biketoberfest in Florida?
Biketoberfest takes place in Daytona Beach, Florida. Most events are centered on Main Street or downtown Daytona Beach. There are also events and vendors in Ormond Beach and surrounding communities.
Daytona Biketoberfest is the ultimate motorcycle rally: gorgeous scenery, exciting biker bars and saloons, and a packed calendar of events and attractions. Unlike Bike Week and Sturgis, Biketoberfest takes place over just four days, perfect for a long weekend adventure!
If you’re planning to attend Biketoberfest and need dependable motorcycle transport, count on Federal Motorcycle Transport. We have several warehouse locations near Daytona Beach that make it easy to explore one of South Florida’s best motorcycle routes as you ride into Biketoberfest. Plus, we offer special discounts for HOG members! Give us a call or fill out the form for a free motorcycle shipping quote today.
