Event - Ventura
The 22nd Annual David Mann Chopper Fest will be held on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at the Ventura County Fairgrounds in Ventura, CA, from 8am-4pm.
There will be a few big changes this year, so buckle up. It's going to be a wild ride. For the first time ever in Ventura, we will feature Jacquie Mann's private archives. Tons of early Dave Mann sketches, paintings, photos, and his personal painting supplies. The event will also feature a very special David Mann and Friends Motorcycle Art Exhibit, like years past.
This year, there will be three bike shows! The Choppers Magazine all-brand Antique and Custom Motorcycle Show. The Thrashin' Supply Co. Performance Show. And the new Lowrider/Vicla Show. Check out the Bike Show page for more details on entering your motorcycle(s). If you want to show off your bike to over 10,000 like-minded people, enter it for only $50. Comes with one admission, a limited Early Mann "Fat George" show poster, and a custom David Mann Chopperfest Bike Show t-shirt, available exclusively to bike show participants. The trophies will be amazing, one-of-a-kind pieces of art, just like in years past. It's going to be a wild ride. Get registered soon to secure your spot.
For the first time ever, we are working on bringing you the David Mann Chopper Fest Tattoo Convention. Ten shops will be invited and bring their best artist to sunny Ventura. Stay tuned for more info.
Our pals from Loside are bringing the fun! Another first this year will be the Loside Rodeo Ruckus. Some classic motorcycle rodeo games with a twist, and the Loside team knows how to twist!
One last new addition, there will be a very limited VIP Experience this year. A VIP only area with Free food and drinks, private seating away from the crowd, a bike show exclusive shirt, and some goodies from our sponsors. Check back for more details on this one.
Let's not forget about the Hundreds of Motorcycle/Culture Vendors, a New and Used Motorcycle Parts Swap Meet, Live Music (TBD), Food, and Beer.
Friday, February 6th, 2026: Vendor and Swap Meet check-in and set up: Noon-5pm (not mandatory but preferred). Bike Show drop off: Noon-5pm (not mandatory)
Pre-Party TDB
Saturday February 7th, 2026: Vendor and Swap Meet check-in and set-up: 6:30-8:00 AM. Bike Show Registration: 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM, First-come, first-served for placement. We will sell out this year, so sign up early!
Main Gates open to the public: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
New and Used Parts Swap Meet: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Live Music: 10AM - 3PM (band lineup and set times TBD)
Motorcycle Art Show Exhibit: 9:00 AM- 4:00 PM
Bike Show awards: 3.00 PM
David Mann Memorial Award Presentation: 3:30 PM
Thanks to the fine folks at Harley-Davidson for their never-ending support.
General Admission is $15 Pre-Sale (includes free event poster), $20 at the Gate, Military with ID $10, kids 12 & under are free.
Note: No Colors, No Pets, No Outside Alcohol.