North Carolina's Biggest Bike Event Returns to Raleigh
8th Annual Ray Price Capital City Bikefest Presented by Nationwide Insurance Comes to Downtown The Three-Day Bike Festival Will Feature New Parade of Lights.
- Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill, NC (1888PressRelease) September 07, 2012 - The Ray Price Capital City Bikefest presented by Nationwide Insurance returns to downtown Raleigh in two weeks, with fun for the entire family. This year's event is expected to be bigger than ever, boosting the local economy and benefiting North Carolina's military. Organized by Ray Price Harley-Davidson, the event will take place over three days starting Friday, September 21st and continuing through Sunday, September 23rd.
"We're excited about being able to continue our partnership with the city of Raleigh and host the Bikefest for the eighth year," said Ray Price. "We want people to come out and have a good time while we raise money to support military servicemen and women in North Carolina."
Centered on the iconic Harley-Davidson™ brand, the destination event will feature live music and entertainment, food, vendors, special shows and exhibits, and thousands of motorcycles. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the North Carolina National Guard as well as The United Service Organizations (USO) of N.C. Last year's event attracted 65,000 people to downtown Raleigh. This year, the festival is estimated to bring 80,000 -100,000 people.
The event will take place in downtown Raleigh on Fayetteville Street, with activities on Hargett, Martin, and Davie Streets and the Plaza. Events will also take place at the Ray Price, Inc. dealership located at 1126 South Saunders Street in Raleigh.
New events this year include a sparkling Parade of Lights ride just after opening ceremonies on Friday. Parade registration and lineup starts at 7 p.m. on Davie Street. The parade will leave at 8:30 p.m. and wind through the city to end on Fayetteville Street. Prizes will be awarded for unique light arrangements and patterns.
"Motorcycles of all kinds, with colorful accessory lighting, are invited to join us," said Kris Weiss, Director of Marketing and Promotions. "We expect this to be a head-turning, eye-catching event; a unique, one-of-a-kind ride with motorcycles illuminated with LED lights."
The Bikefest will also feature the first-ever "Metric Alley." Visitors will experience exciting elements featuring metric street bikes, dirt bikes, ATVs and side by sides. 1 Wheel Revolution will perform stunt shows on West Hargett Street throughout the weekend, while iWheelie.com lets you perform your own stunts on the wheelie simulator machine. Circus Una will deliver breathtaking entertainment with a thrilling, high-wire motorcycle act on West Davie Street. Two stages feature local bands and performance groups throughout the day. There will also be plenty of vendors, prizes, and opportunities to purchase Harley-Davidson gear.
"Our main goal is coming together for a good cause," said Ray Price. "It's about enjoying and sharing the motorcycle lifestyle, and showcasing the local businesses in Raleigh."
For more information, please visit www.capitalcitybikefest.com. Following is a complete schedule of events.
2012 Ray Price Capital City Bikefest Presented by Nationwide Insurance
Event Schedule
Downtown Events
Friday, September 21st
12:00 noon 1 Wheel Revolution Stunt Show teaser on Fayetteville St.
5:00pm Bikefest Opens
5:00pm-6:00pm Erik Smallwood @ Main Stage
6:00pm-6:30pm KickStart Parade Arrives
6:30pm Opening Ceremonies at Main Stage
Prize Drawing for Riders
7:00pm-8:00pm John Dupree & Kevin Wing @ Entertainment Stage
7:00pm-8:15pm Spaceship Days @ Main Stage
7:00pm Parade of Lights Registration & Line Up on Davie Street
7:15pm Ray Price Racing - Drag Bike Cranking
7:30pm Ray Price Autograph Session at Racing Experience
7:30pm 1 Wheel Revolution Stunt Show @ W. Hargett St.
8:00pm-8:30pm Wolfpack Clogging Team @ Entertainment Stage
8:00pm UNA Motorcycle Thrill Show
8:15pm-8:30pm Parade of Lights Leaves
8:30pm-9:00pm Bizarre Ent. Fire Show @ Entertainment Stage
8:45pm Ray Price Racing - Drag Bike Cranking
9:00pm Ray Price Autograph Session at Racing Experience
9:00pm-10:00pm Tuesday's Gone @ Main Stage
9:30pm 1 Wheel Revolution Stunt Show @ W. Hargett St.
10:00pm UNA Motorcycle Thrill Show
10:00-11:00pm Bizarre Ent. Fire Show @ Entertainment Stage
11:00pm Bikefest Closes for the Night
Saturday, September 22nd
10:00am Bikefest Opens
10:00am Registration for Bike Show Opens in Plaza
10:00am-11:30am Day 2 @ Entertainment Stage
11:00am-11:45am Off Kilter @ Main Stage
11:30am 1 Wheel Revolution Stunt Show @ W. Hargett St.
12:00pm UNA Motorcycle Thrill Show
12:15pm-1:00pm Mirror7 @ Main Stage
12:45pm-1:45pm Brothers @ Entertainment Stage
1:00pm-2:00pm Ray Price Autograph Session at Nationwide Experience
1:30pm-2:30pm Experience This @ Main Stage
1:30pm 1 Wheel Revolution Stunt Show @ W. Hargett St.
1:45pm-2:00pm Fusion Dance Crew @ Entertainment Stage
2:15pm-3:00pm Sevryn @ Entertainment Stage
2:00pm UNA Motorcycle Thrill Show
2:15pm Ray Price Racing - Drag Bike Cranking
3:00pm-4:00pm Mostley Crue @ Main Stage
3:15pm Ray Price Racing - Drag Bike Cranking
3:15pm-4:30pm Erik Smallwood @ Entertainment Stage
3:30pm 1 Wheel Revolution Stunt Show @ W. Hargett St.
3:30pm Ray Price Autograph Session at Racing Experience
4:00pm UNA Motorcycle Thrill Show
4:30pm-6:00pm All My Rowdy Friends @ Main Stage
5:00pm Bike Show & Shine Awards @ Entertainment Stage
5:30pm-6:15pm The Sloppy Joes @ Entertainment Stage
5:30pm 1 Wheel Revolution Stunt Show @ W. Hargett St.
6:00pm UNA Motorcycle Thrill Show
6:15pm Ray Price Racing - Drag Bike Cranking
6:30pm Ray Price Autograph Session at Racing Experience
6:30pm-8:00pm Apprehended Ones @ Main Stage
6:30pm-7:30pm Rusthoney @ Entertainment Stage
7:30pm 1 Wheel Revolution Stunt Show @ W. Hargett St.
8:00pm UNA Motorcycle Thrill Show
8:00pm-9:15pm Revelus @ Entertainment Stage
8:30pm-10:00pm Shoot to Thrill @ Main Stage
8:30pm Ray Price Racing - Drag Bike Cranking
8:45pm Ray Price Autograph Session at Racing Experience
9:15pm-10:00pm Bizarre Ent. Fire Show @ Entertainment Stage
9:30pm 1 Wheel Revolution Stunt Show @ W. Hargett St.
10:00pm Bikefest Closes for the Night
Dealership Events
Friday, September 21st
8:00am Bikefest Opens
8:00am-6:00pm HOG Pin Stop
8:00am-6:00pm Wild Bill's Custom Pinstriping
8:00am-6:00pm Vendor City Open [Gravel Lot]
10:00am-6:00pm TattooFest in HOG Room
11:00am-2:00pm Brothers
11:00am-1:30pm Patriot Ride Registration
1:30pm Patriot Ride departs for NC National Guard Armory
4:30pm-5:30pm KickStart Parade Registration
5:45pm KickStart Parade departs for Block Party downtown
6:00pm Bikefest closes at Dealership
Saturday, September 22nd
8:00am Bikefest Opens
8:00am-5:00pm HOG Pin Stop
8:00am-5:00pm Lucky Number Prize Board @ Clearance Center
[Match to win only]
8:00am-5:00pm Wild Bill's Custom Pinstriping
8:00am-5:00pm Vendor City Open [Gravel Lot]
10:00am-5:00pm TattooFest in HOG Room
5:00pm Bikefest closes at Dealership
Sunday, September 23rd
11:00am Bikefest Opens
11:00am-5:00pm TattooFest in HOG Room
11:00am-5:00pm Wild Bill's Custom Pinstriping
11:00am-5:00pm Vendor City Open [Gravel Lot]
11:00am-3:00pm Second Chance Prize Registration
[Must be present to win]
11:00am-12:00pm Freedom Biker Church Worship Rally
12:00pm-3:00pm Apprehended Ones
12:00pm-3:00pm TattooFest Tattoo Contest
12:30pm 1 Wheel Revolution Stunt Show
2:00pm 1 Wheel Revolution Stunt Show
3:00pm Second Chance Prize Drawing
Tattoo Contest Winners Announced
4:00pm 1 Wheel Revolution Stunt Show
5:00pm 8th Annual Ray Price Capital City Bikefest Closes
About Ray Price, Inc.
Founded in 1972, Ray Price, Inc. in Raleigh, N.C. celebrates its 30th anniversary this year. Originally named Precision Cycle, Ray Price, Inc. became a Harley-Davidson® franchise in 1982. Today, the dealership specializes in Harley-Davidson and Triumph Motorcycles. Owned and operated by drag racing legend Ray Price, the dealership is one of the largest and most widely recognized in the southeast with a mission that continues to inspire others to experience the joys of riding. With a 60,000 square foot, state-of-the-art Drag Racing Museum, The Rider's Edge Academy of Motorcycling, and a complete line of Harley-Davidson motorcycle parts, accessories, riding gear and apparel, Ray Price, Inc., offers more than just parts and service. It introduces others to the world of riding through people who are passionate about the open road. For more information, please call 919-832-2261 or visit http://rayprice.com/.
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