First, the 2027 Leesburg Bikefest dates are live. However, the details and events in Leesburg are still being finalized. Next, this Florida motorcycle rally is billed as the “World’s Largest Three-Day Motorcycle & Music Event.”
The first Bike Fest in Leesburg event was held in 1997. Since then, this event has grown, attracting over 250,000 attendees. Again, in 2027, the Leesburg Bike Fest is one of the LightningCustoms.com 2026 Major Motorcycle Rallies.
Leesburg Motorcycle Rally Layout
Next, the layout for the Leesburg Bike Fest is pretty cool. Notably, it is held on 30 blocks downtown. And it is all set aside just for the motorcycle event. Plus, Main Street is open only for bikes during the Leesburg Motorcycle Rally.
Additionally, there will be hot-body contests at Leesburg Bike Week. The event also features poker runs, motorcycle demonstrations, stunt shows, and a car show. In addition, there are over 200 vendors at the bike rally. Finally, there will be a Veterans tribute and a Sunday service during the Bikefest.
What Happens at the Bike Fest in Leesburg?
First, one of the big attractions at this rally is the live music. And in 2026, there will be 60 bands, including headliners Lita Ford, Everclear, and Sister Hazel.
Additionally, there will be six hot-body contests at Leesburg Bike Week.
There will also be multiple bike shows. There will also be six hot-body contests at Leesburg Bike Fest.
Plus, the event also features poker runs, motorcycle demonstrations, stunt shows, and a car show. In addition, there are over 200 vendors at the bike rally.
Make sure to check the Leesburg site for the 2027 events.
In 2026, shuttles cost $1 one-way or $3 for all day.
Florida Motorcycle Laws
Motorcycle Helmet Laws: Here are the laws on wearing motorcycle helmets in Florida. Motorcycle helmets are optional if you are over 21 and have $10,000 in medical benefits. Both riders and passengers under 21 must wear helmets.
Eye Protection – In Leesburg and other Florida cities, eye protection is required when riding.
Headphones & Headsets – You can’t wear headphones, earbuds, headsets, or other listening devices while riding your bike.
Handlebar Height – Florida motorcycle law requires handlebars to be below your shoulders when properly seated.
Motorcycle Headlight – A motorcycle must have at least one headlight. But no more than two headlights. Whenever you’re riding around during Bike Fest in Leesburg or in Florida, they must be on.
Brake Light – In Florida, motorcycles must have a brake light.
Taillight – Florida bike laws require a taillight.
Turn Signals – All motorized vehicles must have turn signals.
Motorcycle Seats – Florida motorcycle laws require the rider and passengers to have “permanently” attached seats.
Motorcycle Horn – If you’re riding in Leesburg for Bike Week or anywhere in Florida, you need a horn. Note: the horn must be loud enough to be heard from 200 feet away.
Mirrors: All motorcycles and other motorized vehicles must have mirrors.
Reflectors – You need one red rear reflector when traveling anywhere in Florida or Leesburg for Bikefest.
Holding Items While Riding – Under Florida law, both hands must remain on the motorcycle handlebars at all times.
Lane Splitting – While riding to the bike rally or in Leesburg, you cannot split lanes, as it is illegal in all of Florida.
Lane Sharing – Florida motorcycle laws prohibit riding motorcycles side-by-side.
Racing, Exhibition of Speed & Stunts – None of these are allowed in Florida.
NOTE: Please check out Florida’s laws for specifics and updates before you take off for Leesburg Bikefest:
-Florida Motorized Vehicles Laws http://www.leg.state.fl.us/statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=0300-0399/0316/0316.html
-Florida Motorcycle Laws http://www.leg.state.fl.us/statutes/index.cfm?StatuteYear=2021&AppMode=Display_Results&Mode=Search%2520Statutes&Submenu=2&Tab=statutes&Search_String=motorcycle
Another one of the major Florida event that you might want to check out is the Daytona Bike Week.
** Finally, take a look at what is going on across the country on our main motorcycle events calendar.
