Rush City, MN – Get ready, Midwest motorcycle fans, the 2nd Annual Minnesota Garage Build Bike Show, presented by Dennis Kirk, is happening on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at Running Aces Casino in Columbus, Minnesota. This one-day custom bike show is all about celebrating the raw, unfiltered creativity of garage-built motorcycles and it’s shaping up to be one of the most anticipated Minnesota motorcycle events of the year.

Pre-Registration Now Open for Garage Builders – If you built your bike in your own garage, not a pro shop, this show is for you. Pre-register here to secure your spot: https://form.jotform.com/250617943552157
By registering early, you’ll get on our exclusive builder email list for key updates, judging info, and show logistics.
Built for the Garage Builder, by the Garage Builder
After a successful launch in 2024, where wrench-turners from across the Midwest showed off an incredible variety of custom builds — from daily riders to chopped-up masterpieces — this year’s **garage-built motorcycle show** is leveling up. Expect a full day of hand-built bikes, community pride, and motorcycle culture at its purest.
Custom Motorcycle Show Awards & Prizes
We’re handing out 15+ class awards, including:
- * Choppers
- * Baggers
- * Café Racers
- * Restorations
- * Rat Bikes
- * Daily Riders
- * And more
Each class winner receives:
- * $100 **Dennis Kirk Gift Card
- * DK Hat
- * Extra Swag (TBD)
Best of Show wins:
- * $250 DK Gift Card
- * All the bragging rights for 2025
Garage Build Show Event Schedule – June 7, 2025
- **Location: Running Aces Casino, Columbus, MN
- **Show Hours10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- **Awards Ceremony: 4:00 PM under the Big Tent
- **?? 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Bike Load-In & On-Site Registration
- * Pre-registered builders: Check in at the tent, get your lanyard + info sheet
- * All bikes must be parked by 12:30 PM sharp
- ** Judging 1:00 – 3:30 PM (keep your lanyard visible for judges)
- ** 4:00 PM: Awards Ceremony & Tribute to Sanita Rouse, the inspiration behind this event
Bike Parking & Venue Info
- * Dedicated Builder Entrance— follow signage and Dennis Kirk staff
- * Spectator Parking clearly marked
- * Please wait for parking guidance before unloading
Food, Drinks & Venue Rules
- * No outside alcohol — bar on-site
- * Coolers with water/soda OK
- * Food trucks: BBQ, Tacos, Pizza, Pub Grub
- * Casino access available for ages 21+
- * No tents, speakers, or outside music — we’ve got a DJ lined up
- * Respect the horses —no excessive engine revving
- * Bring lawn chairs, sunscreen, and rain gear —Rain or Shine event
- * Porta potties and trash cans available throughout the venue
Why You Should Attend the 2025 Garage Build Bike Show
If you love custom bikes, DIY motorcycle builds, and the grit of grassroots creativity, this is your show. Whether you’re a garage builder or just a fan of real-deal motorcycles, come experience one of the top garage-built motorcycle shows in the Midwest.
Presented by Dennis Kirk
As America’s largest retailer of aftermarket motorcycle parts and gear, Dennis Kirk is proud to support the DIY community. The Minnesota Garage Build Bike Show is about passion, a tribute to the builders who keep the soul of motorcycling alive.
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