West Coast Thunder - Memorial Day Ride

**Not sure if we will have an organised ride to this event.  **

Tisckets are avail now and are $32

https://www.westcoastthunder.com/

With the financial support from the Harley-Davidson® dealership in Riverside, California, the tradition grew in stride, doubling attendance each year. Donations from West Coast Thunder Foundation events help build monuments and provide ancillary support resources for the Riverside National Cemetery.

West Coast Thunder Memorial Day Motorcycle Ride Returns May 25, 2026 — Registration Now Open

February 23, 2026 / By Staff

RIVERSIDE, CALIFORNIA — Registration is now open for the 2026 West Coast Thunder Memorial Day Motorcycle Ride, returning to Riverside on Monday, May 25, 2026, as thousands of riders and supporters gather once again to honor the men and women who gave their lives in service to the United States.

Each Memorial Day, West Coast Thunder brings together riders from across California and beyond in one of the nation’s largest motorcycle rides, creating a powerful and respectful tribute to fallen service members while raising funds to support Riverside National Cemetery.

“Memorial Day is about remembrance, and West Coast Thunder provides a way for the community to come together in honor of those who made the ultimate sacrifice,” said Jackson Dodd, Executive Director of West Coast Thunder Foundation. “Every motorcycle in the procession represents gratitude, unity, and respect. We invite riders and the public to join us again in 2026 as we continue this important tradition.”

The 2026 ride begins at Riverside Harley-Davidson, where thousands of motorcycles stage before departing in a police-escorted procession through Riverside. The route passes Riverside National Cemetery, allowing participants and spectators alike to reflect on the significance of Memorial Day, before the ride concludes in Downtown Riverside with a post-ride concert, Vendor Village, Food Trucks, and more.

Additional event details, including route information, concert announcements, and weekend activities, will be released as planning and municipal approvals are finalized.

All registration is available at https://westcoastthunder.com/ride.

Funds raised through the ride and associated events support monument construction and services that enhance Riverside National Cemetery for veterans, families, and visitors.