Gypsy Tour Poker Run
One of the original experiences in motorcycling, gypsy tours are gatherings of riders from all over the country, converging upon a single destination.
See lots of cool bikes in the charity bike show, participate in the Gypsy Tour Poker Run, shop for moto gear and see people doing awesome, death-defying bike tricks! What is the musical lineup? This year, all musical acts are FREE! The AMA National Gypsy Tour, presented by Yuasa Battery, brings like-minded riders together to enjoy the camaraderie of motorcycling, often in a location of particular beauty, historic significance and/or importance to the sport.
OMC Opening Day Poker Run: 15 Feb 2020. District 36 Gypsy Tour of Elko: 11 Jun 2011 Bad Larry's Casino Run: 04 Jun 2011 Ladies Choice Run: 29 May 2011. GPS narrated audio tours with stories, local tips and directions, along the route. All the benefits of a guided tour, freedom to drive yourself.
The AMA National Gypsy Tour, presented by Yuasa Battery, brings like-minded riders together to enjoy the camaraderie of motorcycling, often in a location of particular beauty, historic significance and/or importance to the sport.
AMA members can visit the pin stop at each of the events on the tour to claim their collectible AMA National Gypsy Tour pin dated with the year.
2020 AMA National Gypsy Tour schedule
March 6-15, 2020
AMA Gypsy Tour at Bike Week
Daytona Beach, Fla., is where riders have been heading for 79 years. Daytona International Speedway is host to several AMA races throughout the week. The event offers concerts, a swap meet and plenty of vendors.
Gypsy Tour pin stop location: Speedway booth C8
June 13-21, 2020Rescheduled to Aug. 22-30
Laconia Motorcycle Week
Dubbed as the “world’s oldest motorcycle rally,” Laconia Motorcycle Week began its gypsy tour in 1916. Settled in New Hampshire, the location provides for beautiful scenic riding in the countryside.
Info: www.laconiamcweek.com
Gypsy Tour pin stop location: Rally headquarters on the boardwalk of Lakeside Avenue next to the pier
Sign up to volunteer for the AMA at the event (coming soon)
June 25-28, 2020Canceled
Thunder in the Valley
Johnstown, Pa., is home to Thunder in the Valley. The 23rd annual rally will feature vendors, live music and displays from a variety of motorcycle manufacturers.
Info: www.visitjohnstownpa.com/thunder-valley
Gypsy Tour pin stop location: TBD
Sign up to volunteer for the AMA at the event (coming soon)
July 10-12, 2020Postponed TBD
AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days
This three-day motorcycle festival features America’s largest motorcycle swap meet, national championship vintage racing in numerous disciplines, a lap for history on the road racing track and unforgettable fun.
Info: www.AMAVintageMotorcycleDays.com
Gypsy Tour pin stop location: TBD
Sign up to volunteer for the AMA at the event (coming soon)
August 7-16, 2020
Sturgis Motorcycle Rally
Celebrate the 80th anniversary of the rally in the beautiful hills of Sturgis, S.D., with music, vendors, rides and more.
Info: https://www.sturgismotorcyclerally.com/
Gypsy Tour Poker Run Dates
Gypsy Tour pin stop location: Official Rally Headquarters in the Armory, located at 1019 Main St.
Stay tuned for more events to be added to the tour!
Gypsy Tour Poker Run
2019 AMA National Gypsy Tour features eight events, eight states Scenic rides, entertainment, vendors all part of experience
April 2, 2019
PICKERINGTON, Ohio — The 2019 AMA National Gypsy Tour, a series of premier road-riding events, includes some of the country's largest and best known motorcycle gatherings.
'This year's tour kicked off with the AMA Gypsy Tour at Bike Week in Daytona Beach, one of the biggest rallies in the nation,' said AMA Recreational Riding Manager Heather Wilson. 'The tour continues in April with the Laughlin River Run in Nevada and moves on from there.
'These events allow riders of all makes and models to get together and enjoy food, entertainment, group or individual riding and vendors,' Wilson said. 'AMA members can visit the pin stop at each event to show their membership cards and receive a 2019 AMA Gypsy Tour pin.'
The AMA has been sanctioning Gypsy Tours since 1924. They originally were overnight events with organized road rides and other activities of interest to motorcycle enthusiasts. Groups of riders would converge on a single destination. Gypsy Tours were staged in different parts of the country and typically occurred on the same weekend every year.
Laconia Motorcycle Week, which dates to 1916, is the longest-running AMA Gypsy Tour and has been named as an AMA Gypsy Tour Heritage Event for the third year in a row.
Details about the events on the AMA National Gypsy Tour are available at www.americanmotorcyclist.com/Riding/Story/AMA-National-Gypsy-Tour-Series.
Be sure to follow the AMA Facebook page at www.facebook.com/AmericanMotorcyclist. Post your photos from the events on social media using #AMAgypsytour.
The remaining 2019 AMA National Gypsy Tour schedule includes:
- April 24-28: Laughlin River Run, Laughlin, Nev.
- May 16-19: AspenCash Motorcycle Rally, Ruidoso, N.M.
- June 4-8: Americade Motorcycle Touring Rally, Lake George, N.Y.
- June 8-16: Laconia Motorcycle Week, Laconia, N.H.
- June 20-23: Thunder in the Valley, Johnstown, Pa.
- July 5-7: AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days, featuring Honda, Lexington, Ohio
- August 2-11: Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, Sturgis, S.D.