From the furthest reaches of the USA, hundreds of thousands of motorcycling visitors and enthusiasts will converge on Galveston Island for the 10th Annual Lone Star Rally Thursday November 3rd through Sunday November 6th 2011, presented by GMC. During this time Galveston becomes a mecca for bikers throughout the country as they come to gather, ride, shop, party, & more at the largest weekend rally in the country. The LSR event offers a wealth of unique photo/video and story line opportunities. Media should contact Sharon Damante for any site logistics needs.

Event sponsors Budweiser, Jim Beam, Progressive Insurance & Bayer-Aleve / Alka-Seltzer help this Texas size party come to life with free concerts day and night. In addition, the LSR will host two paid/ticketed concerts on Pier 21: The Marshall Tucker Band on Friday night; and Buck Cherry, Saturday night. Rally-goers will also be treated to spectacular bike displays, the motorcycle industry's top manufacturing reps showing off all the industry's latest products and, can shop among hundreds of vendors supplying all things motorcycle.

The 2011 Lone Star Rally celebrity appearance highlights include two of the stars from the #1 hit TV show Sons Of Anarchy: Tommy Flanagan "Chibs" and Ryan D. Hurst "Opie," signing autographs and taking pictures with guests. Michael Ballard and Angie from TRU TV's Full Throttle Saloon will also be on hand meeting guests. Celebrity Bike Builders taking part in the 10th Annual Lone Star Rally include Rick Fairless of Strokers Dallas and star of TRU TV's Ma's Road House, the Martin Bros, Brigitte Bourget, and Dave Perewitz. Legendary rally emcee Jay Allen will host this year's festivities which include:

• A bike giveaway presented by Geico.
• The honorary Lone Star Freedom Ride benefit for Soldiers Angels on Friday.
• The Outlaw Dave Ranch Ride on Saturday benefit for the Stevens & Pruett Ranch, departing from Stubbs Harley-Davidson and being led by Sons Of Anarchy star Tommy Flanagan "Chibs".
• The Motorcycle Masquerade Promenade on Saturday, where the most outrageously dressed biker and rider are awarded.
• The island wide three day poker run takes place Thursday through Saturday.
• The Traveling Tattoo Company features all star tattoo artists from around the country showing off their work all weekend long.
• Live music Thursday through Sunday featuring all your favorite rally bands including Jasmine Cain, Big Engine, Ryan Rolando, and a cast of local Houston rock and blues bands.

The 10th Annual Lone Star Rally, presented by GMC, is free to the public. For more detailed information, to register for events, or to find rally friendly hotels / lodging, click here. For ongoing event information and updates, "Like" the event on Facebook.

Rally Location & Directions

Download full-sized map in .pdf format here.

Galveston is located approximately one hour south of Houston. Take I-45 south for approximately 50 miles. After you cross the causeway linking the mainland to Galveston, I-45 will become Broadway, and the cross streets will be numbered in decreasing order. To reach the Strand National Historic Landmark District, the site of Dickens on The Strand, turn left onto either 24th, 22nd, or 21st Streets, and continue north toward Galveston Bay. These streets all intersect Mechanic Street at the perimeter of the festival site.

Parking is available on many streets and lots within walking distance of the festival area.

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