Daytona Beach gears up for Bike Week 2023. Here are a few fun things to look forward to
Although it’s still a month away, this year’s Bike Week schedule promises bikers another chance to congregate and enjoy 10 days of endless entertainment.
The event, now in its 82nd year, runs March 3-12 and features several special events spread throughout Daytona Beach and surrounding cities. But the iconic pubs, restaurants, gift shops and the constant roar of motorcycles riding up and down Main Street is the heart of the event.
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As Bike Week approaches, here is what to look forward to for this year:
The Bank and Blues Club
Enjoy live music at the Bank and Blues Club on Main Street. The club, located right next to Dirty Harry’s, will host several artists, including Anthony Wild, Big Rick & The Troublemakers, Are Friends Electric, Judi Behave, JW Gilmore, Fat City, and Jette County Dragsters.
Dirty Harry’s
The Dirty Harry’s pub has been a hallmark on Main Street. This year, it will again feature music and other entertainment.
The outdoor stage will feature music from Jasmine Cain, Hypersona, TribUcon, Fracture, 21 to Burn and Wicked Serenity.
Full Moon Saloon
Another iconic spot on Main Street, the Full Moon Saloon pool hall will host Hard Drive, Rockit Fly, Crashrocket, Kobalt, Sesame Plexer, Papa Wheelee, Fracture, Strut, Skin Deep, 21 to Burn, SASS and Torn on their outside stage.
The indoors stage will feature a few performances from Hayfire during the week.
Daytona Short Track
If bikers are looking to a fun activity away from Main Street, Daytona Short Track’s dirt track motorcycle races at the Daytona International Speedway is an option.
Attendees will be able to meet their “favorite riders and check out their race bikes up close all day long.”
The event, set for March 9 and 10 from 4 to 10 p.m., will also feature live music, big-screen viewing and vendors.
Other locations
Bike Week is also celebrated in the cities surrounding Daytona Beach.
In Ormond Beach, Teddy Morse's Daytona Harley-Davidson & Destination Daytona (formerly Bruce Rossmeyer’s) at the intersection of Interstate 95 and U.S. Highway 1 has a full schedule of activities for bikers, including bike shows and live concerts.
In Port Orange, the Nova Family Campground on 1190 Herbert St. offers 18 acres of green space for those who are looking to spend a few nights camping outdoors.
For information about Bike Week 2023, visit officialbikeweek.com.