Art Moto Festival 2025

Schedule

Sat, 04 Oct, 2025 at 09:00 am

UTC-04:00

Location

Tobacco Road Harley-Davidson | Raleigh, NC

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North Carolina’s immersive weekend celebrating motorcycles, design, music, and culture—uniting riders and creatives in one bold experience.
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Welcome to the Art Moto Festival 2025!

Art Moto Festival 2025 is a bold, three-day celebration of motorcycles, design, and creative culture—happening October 3rd–5th in downtown Raleigh, North Carolina. This immersive event brings together builders, artists, riders, and culture lovers for an unforgettable weekend of connection and inspiration.

🎟️ Friday – VIP Launch (Apex Pass Exclusive)
The weekend kicks off with a private preview night for Apex Pass holders, featuring early access to the Art of the Motorcycle installations, live jazz, curated cocktails, and intimate conversations with world-renowned builders and artists.

🏍️ Saturday – The Main Event
Open to all ticket holders, Saturday is packed with custom motorcycle showcases, immersive art exhibits, live music, food trucks, vendor markets, and award ceremonies. It’s a full day of creative energy where motorcycles meet modern culture.

🌅 Sunday – Community Rides & Reflections
Close the weekend with a relaxed group ride to enjoy brunch, time to connect with fellow attendees and celebrate the culture we've built together.

💛 Supporting a Bigger Mission
Art Moto proudly supports the Motorcycle Relief Project and other charitable partners. A portion of ticket sales and proceeds from the Art of the Motorcycle Charity Auction will go toward supporting veterans, first responders, and underserved communities through the healing power of motorcycles.

🎨 A Festival Like No Other
Whether you ride or simply appreciate design, music, and community—Art Moto is a space where passion meets purpose, and creativity is celebrated in motion.


Friday – October 3

🕑: 04:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Welcome Ride & Dinner (Apex Pass only)

Info: Kick off the weekend with a scenic ride from Tobacco Road Harley-Davidson followed by an exclusive private dinner experience. Connect with featured artists, builders, and creative leaders in an intimate setting designed for meaningful conversations and community building.


Saturday – October 4

🕑: 09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Art Moto Festival

Info: The Art Moto Festival features a full day of immersive experiences, including the Vendor Village, Food Walk, Art Walk, outdoor stunt shows, live music, public art installations, and a 21+ Beer Garden. Step inside to explore exclusive exhibits like the Ray Price Legacy Exhibit, JT Nesbit Retrospective, and Bob Steinbugler’s Performance as Art. Throttle and Apex Pass holders also gain access to the Art of the Motorcycle Lounge, the charity auction benefiting the Motorcycle Relief Project, and eligibility for the Art of the Motorcycle Awards, with cash prizes announced at the evening Awards Dinner.


Sunday – October 5
Creative Brunch + Ride-Out

Info: Join us Sunday morning for the Creative Brunch + Ride-Out — a relaxed community gathering with great coffee, food, and conversation. After brunch, guests are invited to take part in an optional scenic group ride through the Triangle. Priority access is reserved for Throttle and Apex Pass holders.


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Where is it happening?

Tobacco Road Harley-Davidson, 1126 South Saunders Street, Raleigh, United States

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