10 Bike Week Questions Answered
Are you wanting or planning to attend Daytona Bike Week and have questions? Well, you are in luck. I have answers. From how long Bike Week lasts to where to find the Welcome Center, find the answers you need to plan your trip to Daytona Beach. Have Bike Week questions that I missed? Reach out and I’d be happy to help!
1. How Long is Daytona Bike Week?
Daytona Beach Bike Week is a ten-day event in March. It typically starts the first Friday of March and continues through the following week, ending on Sunday.
- 2024: March 1-10, 2024
- 2023: Mar 3- 12, 2023
- 2022: Mar 4- 13, 2022
- 2021: March 5–14, 2021
2. When is Daytona Bike Week?
Daytona Bike Week takes place the first weekend, the whole week following, and the following weekend of March. The first Friday and last Sunday are typically the quietest days. Most people either haven’t traveled to the event yet on Friday or are leaving on the last Sunday. Vendors are typically setting up and tearing down on these days.
3. Where is Daytona Bike Week Held?
Originally, Daytona Bike Week took place on Daytona Beach. Over the years, the event has spread throughout the greater Daytona area. You will find Bike Week events in Flagler Beach, Ormond Beach, Deland, Ponce Inlet, and New Smyrna Beach.
4. How Much Does Daytona Bike Week Cost?
The cost to attend Daytona Bike Week will depend on you. If you live locally, you can take a day trip that will only cost you the gas in your tank. If you live far away, you will need to pay for a hotel or vacation rental. These range from a couple hundred a night to thousands. The closer you are to the action, the more expensive your housing will be.
While many events are free, others will cost you an entrance fee. So your activities can range from completely free to a few hundred dollars. Food costs can also have a similar range. Many street vendor tents offer affordable options. You could also spend more at sit-down restaurants. Finally, if you like to shop, you can easily spend at Bike Week.
5. Where is the Bike Week Welcome Center?
The official Daytona Bike Week Welcome Center is now at ONE DAYTONA outdoor shopping center across from the International Speedway on One Daytona Blvd.
6. What are the Events During Daytona Bike Week?
The events are endless. Trying to list them all here would be overwhelming and derail this article. So, let’s stick with a highlight reel. You will see stunt shows, concerts, bike races, build-off shows, vendor booths, test rides, new model lineup displays, and so much more.
7. What happens at Bike Week Daytona?
Daytona Bike Week is just like any other festival or large event geared towards a group of people. During Bike Week and other rallies you will see hundreds to tens of thousands of motorcycle riders get together. They go on riders around the area, shop vendor tents, go to concerts, the bars, and socialize with others who are also into motorcycles. It’s just a bunch of people with a similar interest having a good time.
8. Is Daytona Bike Week Safe?
The city of Daytona and law enforcement have worked hard to clean up the reputation that Daytona Bike Week has. However, like any large enough, you need to be aware of your surroundings. There are good people an there are bad people. Surround yourself with good people and you will have a better time. Avoid potentially dangerous situations, and you will have a safer time. In addition, riding can become more dangerous. You have thousands of people on motorcycles, which are inherently dangerous. People will have widely different levels of experience. Many people are also not experienced in riding in large groups of motorcycles. Add alcohol and stress to that mix and you have a potentially dangerous situation. So, ride defensively, stay aware, and you will be fine.
9. How Many People Attend Bike Week in Daytona?
The number varies, but generally, over 500,000 people attend Daytona Bike Week. Some people come for the entire ten-day event. Other people only visit for a day. Because Bike Week is spread out, it doesn’t feel overwhelmingly crowded.
10. Where Do You Park Your Car at Daytona Bike Week?
Sure, it’s bike week, but that doesn’t mean everyone rides a motorcycle. If you plan to drive a vehicle, you may find it tough to find parking. You won’t be in the center of the action. If you want to attend the events around the speedway and ONE Daytona, you can find plenty of parking at the Daytona International Speedway. You may also find parking at the ONE Daytona shopping center. If you want to explore Main street, try the Ocean Walk Parking Garage. It is about two blocks from Main Street. You may also find people allowing people to park on their private property. If you head up Ormond Beach, there is plenty of parking at the Teddy Morse’s Daytona Harley-Davidson Dealership and Showroom. It will put you right where you need to be to enjoy the events here.
FAQs
Is Daytona Bike Week Family Friendly?
Yes and no. Daytona Bike Week is what you make of it. There are some events and areas that are more family-friendly than others. Use your discretion when determining if attending is suitable for your family.
Where exactly is Daytona Bike Week?
Daytona Bike Week takes place in Daytona, Florida.
What is the biggest bike rally in the US?
The biggest bike rally in the United States is the Sturgis Bike Rally, which takes place in Sturgis, SD, in August.
Does Daytona have a black bike week?
Yes, Black Bike Week refers to a parallel event that has taken place over 50 years.
