European Bike Week 2026 – Friday
FRIDAY 11 SEPTEMBER
Custom Motorcycle Show (Villach) 10:30-17:00
The Custom Motorcycle Show sponsored by Metzeler returns to Villach in 2026, with free entry in six categories. Find out more about timings, where to go and how to enter here.
Kärnten Chapter Guided Tour 08:30-15:00 (approximately)
Discover the beauty of central and southern Carinthia on a relaxed ride through one of Austria’s most scenic motorcycle regions. Combining sweeping roads, panoramic mountain views, charming historic towns and the freedom that only riding a Harley-Davidson can offer. Approximately 213km and an estimated riding time of 4.5 hours. Assembly time is at 08:30 at the pharmacy car park, Dietrichsteiner Straße 7, 9583 Faak am See. Spaces are limited, and pre-booking is essential at: kaerntenchapter.at/european-bikeweek
H-D® Demo Rides 10:00-19:00
Ride a selection of the latest 2026 motorcycles. Situated at the junction of Seeufer-Landesstraße and Bahnhofstraße. Pre-register your ride now! Last ride-out at 18:00. Make sure you bring your driving licence, helmet, gloves and protective riding gear. Short trousers will not be permitted. Terms and conditions apply.
Andrea Iannone Signing @ H-D Bagger Racing Expo 15:30-16:00
Meet Italian motorcycle racing legend and Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup Niti Racing star Andrea Iannone today at the Harley-Davidson Bagger Racing Expo opposite the Saloon Bar, where he’ll be signing autographs.
H-D® Expo: 10:00-19:00
Expo is at the heart of European Bike Week in the H-D Plaza. Check out the very latest 2026 Sport, Adventure Touring, Cruiser and Grand American Touring motorcycles from Harley-Davidson, along with accessories, MotorClothes and more. This year we’re also featuring a Fit Shop where you can try out accessories such as handlebars on Cruiser and Grand American Touring models. You can also pick up your numbered Prize Draw wristband all week to be in with a chance of winning a Harley-Davidson Pan America Limited in White Onyx Pearl. Wristband pickup closes at 16:00 on Saturday, September 12, and Terms and conditions apply. You must be able to attend the prize draw at H-D Expo on Saturday, September 12 at 19:00 to find out if your number will be drawn.
H-D® Pan America Off-road Experience: 10:00-18:00
Four rides a day – 10:00-11:30, 12:00-13:30, 14:30-16:00 and 16:30-18:00
Try out the incredible Harley-Davidson Pan America at European Bike Week: Situated next to H-D Demos, you can take a Pan America for an exhilarating off-road course at a local quarry under expert tuition. Make sure to book your session in advance!
JEEP® Zone: 10:00-19:00
Join our official event sponsor Jeep for test rides and fun games right at the main entrance to European Bike Week 2026. With an on-site obstacle course designed to demonstrate Jeep capabilities, plus challenges and giveaways, make sure you visit Jeep.
H.O.G.® Zone: 10:00-19:00
Meet with friends at the heart of the event in the H.O.G. Zone or catch up with the H.O.G. Team to discuss or renew membership and pick up a leaflet to take part in the European Bike Week 2026 Destination Challenge. You can also pick up your numbered Prize Draw wristband all week to be in with a chance of winning a Harley-Davidson Pan America Limited in White Onyx Pearl. Wristband pickup closes at 16:00 on Saturday, September 12, and terms and conditions apply. You must be able to attend the prize draw at H-D Expo on Saturday, September 12 at 19:00 to find out if your number will be drawn.
Official Event Merchandise: 10:00-Late
Visit Official Merchandise to see our European Bike Week t-shirt designs with exclusive male and female options, a 2026 commemorative patch and pin, drawstring bag and a wider range of Harley-Davidson and H.O.G. apparel and merchandise. You can also pick up Rally Pack pre-orders. There will also be an Official Merchandise store in Velden on Seecorso, opposite the stage at Gemonaplatz.
Motorcycle Stunt Show – 12:00 & 16:00
Stunt rider Chris Lietsch will be live twice a day at the Strand Hotel from Tuesday to Saturday, performing stunts on two Harley-Davidsons – a Pan America and a Low Rider S. Shows will take place in the car park at the Strand.
Harley® Bar: 10:00-02:00
Open for food and drinks from 12:00 every day at the end of the dealer mile, right beside the Customizer Zone. Includes H-D Apparel Fashion shows and a live music lineup until early in the morning.
Live Today:
13:30-14:00 H-D Apparel Fashion Show17:30-19:00 Acǒustic Frönt
19:30-21:30 Emex
22:00-00:00 Cindy & The Rock History
00:00-02:00 Drekpack
Saloon Bar: 10:00-02:00
Beside the main plaza at European Bike Week, the Saloon Bar is open every day serving drinks and food – plus H-D Apparel Fashion shows and five live bands this evening, including winners from the 2026 H-D Music Contest.
Live Today:
11:00-11.30 H-D Apparel Fashion Show
15:30-16:00 H-D Apparel Fashion Show
17:00-18:30 Mr & Mrs Curtis
19:00-19:30 Ocean Daze – H-D Music Contest winner
20:00-21:30 The Wild Ride
22:00-00.00 The Strongbow
00:30-01:30 Acöustic Frönt
Vida Loca Road Bar: 12:00-02:00
Party through the afternoon and evening at the Red bus – music, cocktails and more at the heart of the main plaza.
CVO Expo Velden: 10:00-19:00
If you love CVOs, make sure to check out the very latest at the European Bike Week CVO Expo at the Falkensteiner Schlosshotel in Velden, just a 25 minute ride from Faak am See, beside the picturesque lake Wöthersee. Bikes on display include the CVO Road Glide ST, CVO Street Glide ST, CVO Street Glide Limited and CVO Street Glide 3 Limited. There will also be an Official Merchandise store in Velden on Seecorso, opposite the stage at Gemonaplatz.
Official H-D Dealerships: 10:00-Late
Visit the dealer mile to check out some legendary Harley-Davidson European dealerships including H-D Avellino, H-D Civitanova, H-D Fischer, H-D Frankfurt, H-D Graz, H-D Motodrom, H-D Sopron, H-D Sylt, H-D Wüzburg.
H-D Financial Services: 10:00-19:00
Visit the H-D Finance zone to discover more about riding a Harley-Davidson with insurance and finance options.
H-D Bagger Racing Expo: 10:00-19:00
With the Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup about to reach its climax at the Red Bull Ring, Spielberg next weekend, come and check out Bagger Racing motorcycles and try one out for yourself on a Simulator. There will also be a range of H-D Factory Racing merchandise on sale.
You can also still book tickets for the Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup final weekend now, including special Harley-Davidson packages at tickets.motogp.com.
Update: Don’t miss Italian motorcycle legend Andrea Iannone who will be signing autographs from 15:30-16:00!
H-D Service: 10:00-19:00
If you want expert work carried out on your Harley-Davidson motorcycle after a long ride to Faaker See, visit our exclusive Service Area, situated beside the fuel station on Seeufer-Landesstraße.
Harley-Davidson Creators Custom Clash: 10:00-19:00
Check out the six custom builds in this year’s challenge, right beside H-D Expo. Bringing influencers and dealerships from across Europe together to create custom Harley-Davidsons to a specific budget. To find out more about Creators Custom Clash, check out h-dcustomgallery.com.
Food & Beverages: 10:00-Late
Located throughout the event site, a wide variety of food and beverages await from breakfast through to essential late-night feasts.
Shopping Village: 10:00-Late
From apparel to accessories and more, the European Biker Week shopping village has it all. Open from morning until late every day.
Customizer Zone: 10:00-Late
Engine mods, exhausts, paintwork and parts – the Customizer zone has it all.
Metzeler: 10:00-20:00
Visit our official Harley-Davidson Custom Motorcycle Show partner near the Customizer Zone and get your tyres checked and even changed by the motorcycle tyre specialists (tyre changes subject to availability).
Dunlop & Avon Tyres: 10:00-20:00
H-D Parade sponsor Dunlop and Avon Tyres will each have dedicated exhibition spaces at European Bike Week 2026, showcasing products including Dunlop’s range of co-branded Harley-Davidson tyres and Avon’s expanded Cobra Chrome range for custom and cruiser motorcycles. The H-D Parade, sponsored by Dunlop, takes place tomorrow, with line-up from 10:00 and departing at 12:00.
Dr. Jekill & Mr. Hyde: 10:00-Late
Situated near H-D Expo, find out how you can customise your exhausts to change the sound of your Harley-Davidson at the press of a button.
H-D Eyewear by Marcolin: 10:00-19:00
Complete the look and protect your eyes on the road with exclusive Harley-Davidson Eyewear from Marcolin. The team can provide a customised consultation as well as presenting all the technical features of the collection, including performance styles (designed to ensure maximum comfort while riding) and lifestyle glasses, perfect for when you step off your motorcycle.
AEG PizzaExpert Showcase: 10:00-20:00
We’re excited to announce a partnership with AEG and their brand new PizzaExpert oven. Whether you’re taking a break between rides or catching up with friends, there’s no better way to find out how to cook the perfect, freshly baked pizza (in just 150 seconds!) to restaurant quality on their stand.
Café Sarria: 10:00-Late
Refresh and recharge at European Bike Week’s official coffee supplier Café Sarria from morning until late in the evening.
Red Bull Bar: 10:00-Late
Get energised with Red Bull – the official bar of the Customizer Zone!
Carinthia Corner: 10:00-Late
Find out more about all of the attractions the region of Carinthia offers, including how to avail of discounts with the Carinthia Card.
H-D® Motodrom Klagenfurt
European Bike Week’s local dealership Motodrom Harley-Davidson not only has an on-site store at Faak am See, they would also like to welcome you to the Motodrom Bike Week from Monday 7th to Saturday 12th at Lodengasse 23, 9020 Klagenfurt. With legendary burgers and drinks on the terrace, live music from 12:00, motorcycles, fashion, parts and accessories and lots of offers and bargains too!
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