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Drive-Thru Route 66 Sign in Kingman, Arizona
Categories: Arizona Route 66 Itineraries
Attraction Type: Roadside Attraction, Interactive Photo Ops, Roadside Attraction
State: Arizona
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Thunder-Rode BikeFest returns to the heart of historic Route 66 for three days of bikes, music, and family-friendly fun as Kingman celebrates the Centennial of the Mother Road.
Hosted at World Famous Thunder-Rode Motorcycle Accessories (102 E. Beale Street) in downtown Kingman—across from Locomotive Park and just behind Mr. D’z Route 66 Diner—this annual rally draws riders from across the Southwest for a high-energy weekend along Route 66.
Event Highlights
- Live music all three days
- Biker Street Market & vendor alley
- Food trucks & food court
- Bike contests & games
- Raffles & prizes
- Beer & liquor garden hosted by American Legion Post 14
- Free ice water, shaded tent with misters, clean restrooms, and air-conditioned shop
- Miss & Lil Miss Thunder-Rode Contest
- Bike Contest Winner Announced: Sunday at 2:00 p.m.
Both the Bike Contest winner and Miss/Lil Miss Thunder-Rode champions will appear on the cover of the 2027 calendar and receive prizes.
Schedule Overview
Friday, May 15 | 12:00–6:00 p.m.
Live music, karaoke, games, and Miss & Lil Miss meet and greet
Saturday, May 16 | 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Live music (including Heart Rock 12:00–4:00 p.m.), contests, raffles, and more
Sunday, May 17 | 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Live music 12:00–4:00 p.m., bike and pageant finals
This all-ages event is free to attend. Proceeds from the festival support veterans through Veterans United Arizona, and alcohol sales benefit American Legion Post 14, which supports veterans and charitable causes throughout Kingman and Mohave County.
Bikes. Beauties. Bands. Three days in downtown Kingman celebrating 100 years of Route 66.
Disclaimer: Route 66 Road Map is not affiliated with these events or the event organizers. The events listed on this page are hosted by external organizations and are subject to change. While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, event dates, times, locations, itineraries, and other details may be modified or canceled by the event organizers. We recommend verifying all event information directly with the official event organizers before making travel plans.
