Biketoberfest® 2009

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October 15-18, 2009
 We are and can hardly wait for this great American festival to get started. We had so much fun at Bike Week this year we're already getting our plans in order to bring you yet another great motorcycle event in 2009.


With over 150,000 bikes and people and more than 2500 vendors and 100's of special activities and parties area-wide - you've just got to be here too!

From friendly shop keepers to famous bars, and an outstanding hospitality industry staff we're working hard to make sure we have just what you need for your year end bike vacation get-away.


We know by the time October rolls around, you've probably had enough of the craziness of a typical day in day out routine. We feel the same way too so we've created this event to give you a fun place to go where folks just like you gather to ride, relax, kick back and enjoy the good things in life - like oh, I don't know.....looking at exquisite bikes, hanging out with fun-crazy people, riding around in the bright sunshine, showing off those tattoo's - you know all the fun things you never have time to do.


We've even got a few events already in posted right here on this site. Be sure to scan through our calendar section for detials and remember to check it often for all the latest updates.


Speaking of updates, be sure you get all the scoop on what's new, fun or different this year during Biketoberfest® by signing up for our e-newletters. There fun and informative and have no sound so you can read all about what's happening without alerting the boss - unless of course they ride - then make yourself the hero and sign them up too.


Of course its never too early to book your Daytona Beach lodging either. Why stay anywhere else when you get the best treatment, from local folks who know all the ins - outs - and inbetweens of the event? Plus many of our lodgings have the most experience in catering to the biking crowds. We know what you want, and when you want it. And we've got the best rates we've ever had to make it that much easier to stay and play in the heart of all the Biketoberfest® action. You won't miss a beat!



Need more convincing? Well check out these great photo's from last year.

They're courtesy of our friend Dale Lloyd - a remarkable artist -www.Picturetheeventgroup.com


How about this.....The link below is to a video shot while riding in the "Monster Dash" laps around the awesome Daytona International Speedway. Just think this could be you this year!

This YOU TUBE video was sent to us by our friend Stuart Rosenthal
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qqiu667tlgE


Now don't you wish you were here too? Well you can be this year. Remember Biketoberfest® 2009 is only a few months away.

If you were here, we know you'll want to be back. If you missed it before than never fear, there's always this year!


Our Claim:
Officially scheduled for October 15-18, 2009 right here in the Daytona Beach area, Biketoberfest® is an event that's loved by people who love to ride and get-away for a fun time. Our guests tell us the best part is just hanging out looking at all the many beautiful and unique motorcycles from all over the world. Plus the people are just the best. They get it when it comes to why - if you're a rider we need to say no more. If you're not (yet) a rider you'll love it too because all are welcome, and all can experience the unique comradery this event is know for. More importantly we think you deserve some time to get out and have some rockin good times. We're here to help make that a reality for you in 2009.

World Famous Main Street! This is the original gathering spot welcoming riders for almost 70 years. They know how to entertain too. Can you believe this one street has been filmed, photographed and featured in TV shows, publications, web sites, blogs, DVD's and news reels from all across the planet? Well it has. And this famous bikers' playground has hosted celebrities, international guests and average folks like you and me from across the globe. It just wouldn't be Biketoberfest® without a stroll down this mega famous street. Plus you'll love stopping by the famous bars of Main Street, many of which have been serving bikers for multiple generations, from the greatest generation of World War II to today's Millennials. And t-shirts - yeah there here. These are the one's everyone wants. You just never know what you'll see on Main Street in Daytona Beach, but one thing is for sure - it will be well worth your trip as you'll have stories for all your friends and family back home, for sure! Did we mention parking on the street is FREE! While those spaces are red hot there are several more lots close by that charge a minimal fee (mostly for charity fundraising) that allow you to go in and out all day the day you pay.

And now tada......Be sure to also see Daytona International Speedway too!
Racing is hot - hot - hot in Daytona Beach, FL and the races during Biketoberfest® are no exception! Folks come from far and wide to see these daredevils take to the high banks of this amazing super-speedway. These racers on super fast, super powerful bikes take some incredible chances as they pit man and machine against the famed high banks and corkskrew turns of Daytona International Speedway. But racing is not all you can expect at this location. Kickstand City is the place to be live entertainment, demo rides and plenty of track side activities sure to entertain you during your visit. Plus parking on the entire Speedway property is FREE! With acres and acres of space you're sure to find a spot perfect for you and your whole crew too!

We can go on and on, but we'll run out of room before we run out of cool stuff to report on the event. You'll also want to add your name to our mailing lists so you can receive our printed and electronic newsletters, postcards and more.

You've found the official source; now let us help you plan your stay. Biketoberfest® 2008 -- it's sure to be great, and we're here to help you enjoy it. Call us toll free 1.866.296.8970 to find out more. e-mail us anytime at info@biketoberfest.org

Ok here's the teaser photo.......Count from ten-backwards-slowly, you are getting sleepy, you now see yourself in Daytona Beach for Biketoberfest® 2009 and you're having the time of your life.....ok, so we're getting a little off track there. But click below here for those rates and offers:

Hotels By Minimum Night Stay

Hotels By Room Rate

Still not sure which way to go? Then go on ahead and give us a call on our official event toll free phone lines (we'll pay for the call) 1-866-296-8970 because we really are working hard to get you here, because well....you just deserve to get away every now and then and have some fun. Call us - our friendly staff is ready to help.

All you'll need to do after that is just go on ahead and turn in that vacation slip.

Daytona Beach Map

Looking for somewhere for your band or act to perform during Biketoberfest®? Click on the PDF below for a printable list of local places to contact who are looking for entertainers to perform live at the event.

Entertainment Contacts - 4.20.09

We know it can be tough finding a safe and secure spot for your bike trailer during big events so we've looked around and found a few great locations for you.

Many area hotels offer free trailer parking for their guests which are noted on the hotel lists above.

Also the Daytona International Speedway has lots of parking for trailers for only $25.00 throughout the event dates.

Additional trailer parking areas include these following locations:

Drive In Church - 3140 South Atlantic Avenue, Daytona Beach Shores - $10 per day for 12' trailers; over 12' it's $1 per foot per day. Contact Greg Northrup at 386-405-2739.

All Aboard Storage - 3742 Nova Road, Port Orange - 10x20 $60; 10x25 $74; 11x20 $67; 12x35 $110. Contact Jason Link at 386-763-4710.

Aquamarina Daytona - 645 South Beach Street, Daytona Beach - 24 hour security, gated and secure, $35 per night. Contact Kevin Mooney at 386-252-6421.

Holly Hill Mini Storage - 1480 North Nova Road, Holly Hill - 24 hour video security, call for sizes and prices. Contact Lisa or Barb at 386-323-6424.

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