About This Festival

The Vintage Motor Bike Club Meet is the largest vintage motorbike show in the USA, held annually at the Jay County Fairgrounds in Portland, Indiana. The 2025 event runs from July 9 to July 12, with the club taking over the fairgrounds from July 6 for setup. It is a charge admission event and is handicapped accessible.

The event features a nostalgic celebration of classic motorbikes such as Simplex, Mustang, Whizzer, and Cushman, among others. It offers a variety of activities centered around vintage motorcycles that appeal to enthusiasts and collectors alike.

The vibe of the event is vibrant and community-driven, attracting vintage motorbike lovers from across the country who gather to reminisce, showcase, and trade. The fairgrounds provide a spacious and accommodating setting with a friendly, passionate atmosphere.

Typical activities at the meet include:

  • Vintage motorcycle displays and showcases
  • Swap meets for buying, selling, and trading vintage parts and motorcycles
  • Exhibits highlighting the history and unique aspects of various vintage motorbike models
  • Social events and gatherings, including a banquet typically held on the last day (July 12, 2025)
  • Possibly group rides or parades of classic bikes

A rough schedule for the event includes:

  • July 6: Club members take over and set up the fairgrounds
  • July 9-12: The main meet with exhibits, swap meet, and socializing activities, running daily from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
  • July 12: Banquet event wrapping up the meet

The event has a long-standing history as a premier gathering for vintage motorbike enthusiasts in the USA, evolving into the largest show of its kind in the country over the years.

The Jay County Fairgrounds provide a suitable venue with an accessible layout and the added atmosphere of a traditional county fairground, enhancing the vintage charm of the meet.

For more detailed schedules and updates, interested attendees can visit the official Vintage Motor Bike Club website or join their Facebook group. Contact by phone is also available at (260) 251-8575.