Little Rock will serve as the host city for the 49th National Bikers Roundup for six days beginning in July.
The family-friendly event is expected to bring an estimated 40,000 people from across the nation to the capital city from July 28 through Aug. 2. Civic leaders, including Little Rock Mayor Frank Scott Jr., made the announcement Wednesday from the Arkansas State Fairgrounds, which will serve as the central hub for the event.
“Arkansas’ capital city is excited to welcome thousands of motorcycle riders from across the country for the 2026 roundup,” Scott said. “This annual event gives Little Rock an opportunity to showcase its civil rights heritage and highlight the destinations, merchants and restaurants that make us a great place to visit. We are looking forward to a safe, enjoyable event for our guests and our entire community.”
Held annually in host cities nationwide, the National Bikers Roundup is one of the largest gatherings of its kind, drawing riders, families and supporters for several days of entertainment, community engagement and cultural celebration. The roundup is expected to play an important role in boosting Little Rock’s economy, driving overnight stays, increasing restaurant and retail traffic, officials said.
“Events of this scale don’t just bring visitors to Little Rock, they create economic momentum and showcase our unique offerings on the national tourism stage,” said Gina Gemberling, CEO of the Little Rock Convention & Visitors Bureau. “The National Bikers Roundup gives us an opportunity to partner with our locals to help bring events like this to our city, and show the country who we are, how we host, and why Little Rock is a premier destination for visitor groups of any size.”
Little Rock also hosted the event in 2016. For more information about the group or the event in Little Rock, visit nationalbikersroundup.org.
Photo Courtesy of Little Rock Convention & Visitors Bureau
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