The Best Motorcycle Rally in Geneva-on-the-Lake

Rev up your engine and get ready! It’s time to take a ride down the strip at the best motorcycle rally in Geneva-on-the-Lake. Thunder on the Strip is only a few weeks away, so read on to discover everything you need to know about this year’s event. Afterward, take advantage of everything else that the area offers. Download our free Geneva-on-the-Lake Vacation Guide for recommendations on restaurants, live music, outdoor recreation, and more.

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The Geneva-on-the-Lake Motorcycle Rally

About Thunder on the Strip

With chilled mornings and warm afternoons, September is one of the most beautiful times of year to visit Geneva-on-the-Lake. It also happens to be when Thunder on the Strip takes place! Thunder on the Strip is the biggest motorcycle rally in Northeast Ohio. Each year, this one-of-a-kind gathering draws hundreds of visitors from every corner of the Buckeye State to Pennsylvania and beyond.

Whether you are a motorcycle enthusiasts or just looking to enjoy some live music and great food, there is something at Thunder on the Strip for everyone. Read on to discover what you can look forward to this year!

What to Expect

September 2018 marks the 12th annual celebration, and it looks to promise one of the best years yet! Thunder on the Strip is a weekend-long celebration filled with live music, entertainment, refreshing drinks, and the much anticipated, Founder’s Parade. The parade is a great Thunder on the Strip tradition which gives fellow bikers and motorcycle enthusiasts an opportunity to meet the founders of the rally.

There are few better things than good ol’ fashion rock and roll, classic cars, and beautiful motorcycles. Luckily, you will find them all at this rally. You can also look forward to great local food vendors, sun sets on Lake Erie, discovering new music and local talent, and having fun with friends.

Tips for Your Trip

  • The 2018 event is set for Thursday, September 6, through Sunday, September 9.  
  • Parking is limited on the Geneva-on-the-Lake Strip, so get there early!
  • While you are in the area, be sure to check out more of the area’s top attractions. Our Geneva-on-the-Lake Travel Guide is full of local recommendations on the best things to do and places to see.

Enjoy Wine and Dinner at the Lakehouse Inn

After attending the best motorcycle rally in Geneva-on-the-Lake, wind down the night at the Lakehouse Inn. When you book your stay, you can always look forward to the best amenities, packages, and top-notch service. 

Take advantage of our Ultimate Whirlpool Suite Package and enjoy an overnight stay in a whirlpool suite, a full breakfast, a $50 voucher to Crosswinds Grille, and all of the special amenities that make a stay at Lakehouse Inn the best lodging in Geneva-on-the-Lake. If you are ready to plan your next vacation, check our availability and book your stay. We can’t wait to host you at the Lakehouse Inn!

If you are looking for more fun events to enjoy in the fall like the Geneva-on-the-Lake Motorcycle Rally, read our blog on 15 of the best events in Geneva-on-the-Lake!