Bikes Blues and BBQ facts for kids
Bikes Blues & BBQ was a big yearly event in Northwest Arkansas, especially around Fayetteville. It started as a gathering for people who love motorcycles. The main idea was to bring bikers together and support the local community. After the 2020 event was cancelled, some new groups started up. They want to focus more on building a strong community among bikers and helping local businesses.
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What was Bikes Blues & BBQ?
Bikes Blues & BBQ, sometimes called BBB, was a huge motorcycle rally. A rally is a large gathering where many motorcyclists come together. This event usually happened in late September. Organizers said it was one of the biggest motorcycle events in the United States, second only to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally.
More Than Just Bikes
This festival was not just about motorcycles. It also featured many live bands playing music. There was a fun parade where people showed off their bikes. You could also see a special bike show. Sometimes, they even gave away a motorcycle! Of course, there were lots of barbecues with tasty food. The event also had a fun contest. Many other official and unofficial activities took place during the festival.
Safety First
The festival had a good record for safety. For example, in 2011, there were no serious accidents reported during the event. This shows that safety was an important part of the planning.
Sister Festival: Bikes Babes and Bling
A related festival called Bikes Babes and Bling also took place in Fayetteville. It was first held in July 2010. The city of Fayetteville helped support this event in both 2010 and 2011. In 2010, about 5,000 people attended. However, in 2011, fewer people came to this sister festival.
Focusing on Community
The original Bikes Blues & BBQ event started to lose its focus on community. It became more about making money. But since the 2020 event was cancelled, new groups have formed. These groups are working to build a stronger community among bikers. They also want to support local businesses that have always helped the biker world. This new focus is all about brotherhood and sisterhood within the biker culture.
