5th Annual Rally & Ride Out of the Darkness™
Schedule
Sat, 04 Oct, 2025 at 08:00 am
UTC-04:00Location
SUN 'n FUN | Lakeland, FL
Official Website: www.lovesurroundsyou.orgEvent Link Website: https://www.lovesurroundsyou.org/october-4th-lakeland-fl
Join the Official Lakeland Community for Ride Out of the Darkness™ to create discussion and hope on mental health awareness and suicide prevention. We will also discuss the upcoming ride for October 4th.
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What is Ride Out of the Darkness™?
Ride Out of the Darkness™ is more than just a ride—it’s a nationwide movement of hope, healing, and connection for those affected by mental health struggles, suicide loss, and PTSD.
This event exists to show people they are seen, heard, and never alone. Too often, those battling mental health challenges feel invisible, unheard, and without support. Our rides create a visible and powerful statement that no one has to struggle in silence—we see you, we hear you, and we are riding for you.
How It Works:
🚗 Anyone Can Ride – Open to motorcycles, cars, trucks, and more, these rides symbolize unity and strength in the fight against mental health stigma. (4-wheeled vehicles may fall out of escort line due to safety issues.)
🏁 Every Ride Ends in a Rally – At each ride’s final stop, we host a community event with guest speakers, live music, mental health resources, and healing activities to foster support, connection, and action.
🎗️ Riding for a Purpose – Every mile we travel is a pledge to raise awareness, funds, and hope for those struggling with mental health challenges.
We Are Taking These Rides Nationwide:
Ride Out of the Darkness™ is not a one-time event—it is an ongoing movement happening all over the United States.
Our goal is to expand this initiative across the country, so that anyone, anywhere can host a ride and create awareness in their own community. However, because this is an official Love Surrounds You™ event, all rides must be coordinated with us to ensure consistency, safety, and impact.
Why We Ride:
🚨 Suicide remains one of the leading causes of death in the U.S., affecting veterans, first responders, and countless families.
🤝 Many people suffer in silence, feeling unseen and unheard due to stigma, lack of resources, or financial barriers to getting help.
❤️ Ride Out of the Darkness™ ensures that no one rides alone—offering scholarships, outreach, and community support to those in need.
Who We Support:
✔ Veterans & First Responders battling PTSD and mental health challenges
✔ Survivors of suicide loss who need community and healing
✔ Individuals struggling with mental health who need therapy scholarships & financial aid
✔ Families & friends supporting loved ones through mental health struggles
Get Involved
🏍️ Join a Ride – Participate in a local Ride Out of the Darkness™ event and ride for a cause.
💜 Donate – Help fund scholarships and resources for those in need.
🤲 Host a Ride in Your City – Bring Ride Out of the Darkness™ to your community by signing up to host an official event with us.
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Ride Out of the Darkness™ – October 4, 2025 | Lakeland, FL
Rally & Event after the Ride: Sun N' Fun Fly In Airport at 11am to 3pm - Entertainment, 50/50, Car/Jeep/Truck Show, Bike Shows, 90+ vendors, 10+ Food Trucks, and so much more fun for the whole community.
Join us for the 5th Annual Ride Out of the Darkness™ to honor those we have lost and support mental health and suicide awareness. Ride with us to make a difference! - Hosted by Love Surrounds You™
• $20 per Rider – 1 Free T-shirt if Pre-registered by September 7th
• $10 per Passenger – T-Shirt not included
Ride Starts at: Auburndale Speedway at 8:00am - 5640 State Road 542 W, Winter Haven, FL 33880
Ride Ends at: SUN 'n FUN Fly-In Airport - 4175 James C. Ray Dr, Lakeland, FL 33811 - Rally from 11am to 3pm
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VENDORS & SPONSORS!!! We are looking for 90 vendors who want to set up a booth to sell your business at the 5th Annual Rally & Ride Out of the Darkness.
You DO NOT need insurance for this booth at the Sun-N-Fun on September 7th. Only Food Trucks and Alcohol Vendors will need insurance.
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🚆 Travel Train – A Nationwide Ride for Change! 🏍️ From Every Corner of the Country, We Ride Together
The Ride Out of the Darkness™ Travel Train is more than just a ride—it’s a nationwide movement. Riders from 37 states and counting are coming together to journey to Lakeland, FL for one powerful purpose: to raise awareness for mental health and suicide prevention.
Some will ride from Maine, Washington, California, and beyond—crossing thousands of miles, through rain, heat, and even hurricanes—just to stand together in unity.
This isn’t just a ride. It’s a mission.
💜 Every mile is a statement.
💙 Every rider is a beacon of hope.
💛 Every storm we pass through is proof that we do not ride alone.
🏍️ How the Travel Train Works:
✔ Follow @My_Turn_Moto and @ThatCosmicBikerChick
✔ Find a group departing from your city
✔ Choose a meetup location along the route
✔ Register for the official event, Ride Out of the Darkness™
✔ Register for the Travel Train (Free)
✔ Join the Travel Train Facebook Group for updates and ride details
✔ Enjoy a scenic group ride with fellow supporters
✔ Arrive together for a seamless event check-in
📲 Join the Travel Train Chat!
Stay connected with your ride group for updates, weather alerts, and last-minute route changes.
Travel Train Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/12EyU6pzz9B/
My Turn Moto: beacons.ai/my_turn_moto
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🏨 Hotels & Harley-Davidson Dealerships – Join the Travel Train!
Be part of the movement! The Ride Out of the Darkness™ Travel Train is a nationwide ride with participants from 37 states riding to Lakeland, FL.
We are looking for:
✔ Hotels willing to host riders at discounted rates
✔ Harley-Davidson dealerships to serve as meetup locations
✔ Businesses that want to support this cause and gain national exposure
This is an opportunity to support mental health and suicide awareness while welcoming a powerful, community-driven group of riders.
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Camping for Tents & RV's ALL Weekend: SUN 'n FUN Campground
Website Reservations: https://aceedu.org/camping/year-round-camping/
Address: 4590 Rocky Rd, Lakeland, FL 33811
Phone: (863) 904-0199
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1st Annual Ride Drone Video -
Official Website: www.lovesurroundsyou.org
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/LoveSurroundsYouOutoftheDarknessMemorialFund
2024 Ride in Lakeland, FL:
2023 Ride in Lakeland, FL:
2022 Ride in Lakeland, FL:
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CO-HOSTS:
1. Lakeland Harley-Davidson
2. Revolution Church
3. Infidels Motorcycle Club
4. Sun-N-Fun
2024 SPONSORS:
1. In Memory of Kristen Tenpeny, Rusty Herrington, & Roadie
2. Stewart Auto Repair Inc - 3rd year Gold Sponsor
3. Fran Haasch Law Group Accident & Injury Lawyers
4. Bradley D. Souders, P.A.
5. Buddy Fisher & His Trophy Wife Linda
6. Star Distribution Systems
7. Sun-N-Fun Aerospace Center for Excellence
8. B&B Wholesale Granite
9. Burns Custom Builders
10. Burns Flooring and Kitchen Design
