The 38th Annual Dennis Kirk Donnie Smith Bike Show & Swap Meet runs April 3 and 4, 2027, at Saint Paul RiverCentre, 175 West Kellogg Boulevard, St. Paul, MN 55102. It is the largest custom bike show and swap meet in the Midwest, spread across more than 160,000 square feet. The show began in 1987, founded by J&P Cycles founder John Parham.
The bike show runs 35 classes of custom motorcycles and 22 classes of cars, judging bobbers, baggers, choppers, and custom cruisers for more than $7,500 in cash and prizes. The Parts Extravaganza swap meet fills a separate hall with vintage and aftermarket parts. The Donnie Smith Chopper Class Challenge has Minnesota high school students building custom bikes from donated parts, with proceeds going to their schools' shop programs.
What to Expect
- 35 custom motorcycle classes and 22 car classes
- Parts Extravaganza swap meet
- Donnie Smith Chopper Class Challenge
- Saturday happy hour, 5-7 PM
Event Details
- Dates: April 3-4, 2027
- Hours: Saturday 9 AM-7 PM, Sunday 10 AM-5 PM
- Location: Saint Paul RiverCentre, 175 West Kellogg Blvd, St. Paul, MN 55102
- Category: Custom motorcycle and car show, swap meet
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