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Roar on the Shore Bike Rally 2008
Posted by Rich on July 14, 2008
What do Peter Fonda, downtown Erie, and bikers have in common? They all will converge together this Thursday, July 17, for the annual Roar on the Shore Bike Rally, and ending this Sunday, July 20th. (Update: Peter Fonda has pulled out of the event. More here.) Despite being the second year the event will be held, organizers expect double the attendance from last year—from 10,000 to an expected 20,000 visitors. What is unique about Roar on the Shore is that proceeds benefit a local charity. Last year the event raised more than $52,000 for the John Kanzius Cancer Research Fund, and this year proceeds will go to the Erie Shriners Hospitals for Children.
Unfortunately if you do not own a motorcycle you cannot attend, sorry. Actually that’s not true—there will be quite a lot going on that is sure to interest a wide variety of people. Some of the highlights include: a daily stunt show running every day except Sunday, Peter Fonda who is the grand marshal of Thursday parade, and a rock concert by Blue Oyster Cult (tickets are $15). For those with motorcycles, a number of opportunities are available to guided tours around the region.
This years organizers have done a fantastic job at creating a jam packed four-day event, taking motorcycle enthusiasts all over Erie County as well as providing a strong main-stay of entertainment at Perry Square. We’ve listed the rally schedule below, providing links to various performer, venue and personality websites to give you an idea of what to expect (a more detailed schedule of events can be found here). All events are held downtown Erie at Perry Square unless otherwise noted:
Thursday, July 17
Noon—Rally opens with ongoing live music, food, beverages, and various other vendors. Running every 30 minutes, the motorcycle stunt show “Wall of Death.”
2 - 5 p.m.—Pre-parade party at Presque Isle Downs & Casino parking lot ($5 donation per bike).
4 - 6 p.m.—Music by the band Money Shot.
5 p.m.—Bike parade lead by Grand Marshal Peter Fonda beginning at Presque Isle Downs & Casino and ending at Perry Square.
6 - 8 p.m.—Meet Peter Fonda, Dee Snider, and Miss Roar on the Shore Finalists including photo op and autograph session
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.—Music by the band The Earthquakers.
9 p.m.—Music by the band Rick Magee & The Roadhouse Rockers.
Friday, July 18
Noon— Rally re-opens with ongoing live music, food, beverages, and various other vendors. Running every 30 minutes, the motorcycle stunt show “Wall of Death.”
Noon - 3 p.m.—Pre-ride party meeting at Harley-Davidson of Erie ($5 donation per bike).
1 - 3 p.m.—Music by the band Matty B and the Dirty Pickles Band.
3 p.m.—Scenic ride around Presque Isle State Park with Erie Mayor Joe Sinnott starting at Harley Davidson of Erie.
2 - 4 p.m.—Photo op and autograph session with the Miss Roar on the Shore finalists.
4 - 6 p.m.—Music by Norm Nardini.
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.—Music by the band Felix and the Hurricanes.
8 - 9 p.m.— Photo op and autograph session with the Miss Roar on the Shore finalists.
9 p.m.—Music by the band The Nighthawks.
Saturday, July 19
9 -10 a.m.—Pre-Poker party with Michele Smith, meeting at the Shriners Hospitals for Children parking lot ($5 per person donation).
10 a.m.—Poker Run led by Michele Smith, departing Shriners Hospitals for Children and traveling to North East Wine Country.
10 a.m.—Rally re-opens with ongoing live music, food, beverages, and various other vendors. Running every 30 minutes, the motorcycle stunt show “Wall of Death.”
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.—Guinness World Record “burnout” attempt, meet at Harley-Davidson of Erie [PDF information].
Noon - 2 p.m.—Photo op and autograph session with Michele Smith. Music by the artist Kellie Lynne.
1 - 3 p.m.—Photo op and autograph session with Miss Roar on the Shore finalists.
2 - 3 p.m.—Motorcycle stunt show at the Liberty Park Amphitheater ($5 per person)
2 - 5 p.m.—Grand opening of the new Cycle City south of I-90 on Peach Street.
2:30 - 4:30 p.m.—Music by the band The Mans Room.
4 - 5 p.m.—Photo op and autograph session with Michele Smith. Drawing for the Harley-Davidson Dyna Super Glide Custom donated by Harley-Davidson of Erie.
5:30 - 9 p.m.—Special event at Liberty Park ($15 donation) including bike show, Miss Roar on the Shore Contest, and Blue Oyster Cult.
10 p.m.—Music by the Orange County Chopper Band.
Sunday, July 20
9 a.m. - Noon—Breakfast Buffet at Presque Isle Downs & Casino.
10 a.m.—“Blessing of the Bikes” at Presque Isle Downs & Casino.
Here’s an interactive map giving you an idea of the various venue locations and traveling events.
Please be aware that Roar on the Shore will bring a bunch of street closings and other traffic adjustments during the event. The following streets will close starting Wednesday, July 16 through Sunday, July 20: North Park Row, South Park Row and State Street from 5th to 7th streets (see interactive map above).
Posted by Rich at July 14, 2008 1:37 PM
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