Muskegon Bike Time: 20 Years of Thunder. One Unforgettable Ride.

MUSKEGON, Mich., June 26, 2026 – Celebrating its 20 th anniversary, Muskegon Bike
Time will be welcoming motorcyclists and the general public to downtown Muskegon
and the lakeshore to celebrate those who love to ride and those who love to just watch
the phenomenon that descends on Muskegon annually the third weekend in July.
This year’s dates will be July 15 th through the 19th, 2026.
The event attracts tens of thousands of people to downtown Muskegon. Participants
include motorcycle enthusiasts from all around the country, as well as casual observers
from all over Michigan, who visit Muskegon to experience the spectacular bikes, live
music, shopping, a wide variety of food options, contests and competitions.
New this year is a drone show on Saturday evening to celebrate the 20 th anniversary
and to honor the founder and visionary behind the creation of Muskegon Bike Time, Dr.
Mark Campbell, who passed away earlier this year.
“This year’s event is dedicated to the visionary behind the creation of Muskegon Bike
Time, Dr. Mark Campbell, as we celebrate our 20 th anniversary, said Tim Lipan,
spokesman for Muskegon Bike Time. “Bike Time became Muskegon’s largest festival
and showcases downtown Muskegon and the lakeshore and has become a huge
economic boon to the area.”
Muskegon Bike Time offers motorcycle riders beautiful scenic rides along the shores of
Lake Michigan and as well as winding roads through picturesque forests and interesting
small towns. In addition, attendees are treated to spectacular motorcycles, exciting
attractions, entertainment, food and shopping.”