By James Combs
Leesburg Bikefest is coming in November
Photo//James Combs
Hold your horses, or, in this case, your handlebars.
The Leesburg Bikefest, which was canceled due to the coronavirus, has been rescheduled for Nov. 13-15, according to a press release issued by the Leesburg Partnership.
“After much consideration and encouragement from local business, merchants, hoteliers and sponsors, we were able to reschedule,” Joe Shipes, executive director of the Leesburg Partnership, said in the release. “We chose this date as to not conflict with other national motorcycle events.”
Leesburg Bikefest, which is dubbed “the largest three-day motorcycle and music event in the country,” typically attracts between 250,000 to 300,000 visitors from all 50 states. It features live entertainment, vendors selling motorcycle gear and accessories, bikini contests and the famous Rat’s Hole Custom Motorcycle Show.
Final event plans will be subject to guidelines set by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. For more information, visit leesburgpartnership.com
James Combs was a pillar of Akers Media Group since its inception in 2008. Over the years, he had the honor of interviewing Lake & Sumter County's most fascinating personalities, from innovative business owners to heroic war veterans, bringing their incredible stories to life. Throughout his career, James earned over 50 awards for writing excellence, a testament to his talent and dedication. In 2021, he was inducted into the Akers Media Group Hall of Fame. Sadly, James passed away in 2023 after a courageous battle with cancer. His legacy of storytelling and excellence continues to inspire us all.
