The four day Republic of Texas Biker Rally (ROT Biker Rally) starts June 9th and runs through June 12th 2011. Being the biggest motorcycle rally in Texas and one of largest motorcycle events in the U.S., ROT is host to many large names like Eddie Money and the Doobie Brothers. Enthusiasts come enjoy the amazing motorcycles, the Austin nightlife and of course the beautiful Texas women.
The ROT Rally officially starts on Thursday, June 9th at 8:00 AM. The first full day of activities culminates with an outdoor concert featuring Wes Jeans opening for TBA (contract pending). You’re going to like it! Friday continues and adds the escorted parade leaving the rally site at 7:30pm Friday Night. For those who choose to stay at the rally site, there will be an evening concert at the amphitheatre featuring Eddie Money and Taddy Porter as the opening act. Saturday features all the above but adds a "Ride in Bike Show" with over 17 classes. Saturday night's entertainment is John Gaar Band opening for the Doobie Bothers, don‘t miss it… The ROT Rally is an all-weather event, and it will be held, rain or shine. Rally Ends Noon Sunday, June 12, 2011! Pre-registration opens January 11, 2011
The Republic of Texas Biker Rally is always the second Thursday in June each year and is held at the Travis County Exposition Center in Northeast Austin Texas. The rally is known for its high caliber music acts, after all, Austin Texas is self proclaimed "The Music Capital of the World." The ROT Rally is proud to be a part of Austin and bring top named entertainment to the event each year. Past years headliners include names like Hank Williams Jr., Willie Nelson, Bret Michaels, Joan Jett, Paul Rogers, Steppenwolf, David Allen Coe, Charlie Daniels to name a few. The city of Austin cooperates by closing off 54 square blocks of the downtown area for a huge party on Congress Ave. Friday night, June 10th. It is considered the largest biker party in a downtown area of a metropolitan city. The ROT Rally expects more than 50,000 participants in 2011, and will draw over 200,000 spectators to the downtown streets of Austin during the Friday Night of ROT. The attractions out at the Travis County Expo Center include a ride in bike show, custom bike builders, The World Famous Wall of Death, Comedians, national named bands, The Paradise Bar, a tattoo expo, contests for the ladies, stunt riders, 350 vendors and distributors, the ROT Rally Friday night parade and more. The Guinness Book of World Records certified the ROT Parade as the "Longest Parade of Motorcycles."
RoT Rally Events and Entertainment |
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| Jun 8 | 1st Annual Rot Memorial Ride For Fallen Heroes | Austin | TX |
| Jun 9 - Jun 12 | Tattoo Expo - RoT Rally | Austin | TX |
| Jun 9 - Jun 12 | Wall of Death - RoT Rally | Austin | TX |
| Jun 9 - Jun 12 | FMX East Stunt Riders - RoT Rally | Austin | TX |
| Jun 9 - Jun 12 | Michael Griffin - RoT Rally | Austin | TX |
| Jun 9 - Jun 12 | Globe of Death - RoT Rally | Austin | TX |
| Jun 9 | Wes Jeans - RoT Rally | Austin | TX |
| Jun 10 | Eddie Money - RoT Rally | Austin | TX |
| Jun 10 | Doobie Brothers - Rot Rally | Austin | TX |
| Jun 10 | Taddy Porter - RoT Rally | Austin | TX |
| Jun 11 | John Gaar - RoT Rally | Austin | TX |
| Jun 11 | The Working Mans Motorcycle And Art Show | Austin | TX |
| Phone Number: |
214-904-8456 - Pre-Registration
214-705-1036 - Info Hotline |
| Vendor Info: | Call: 903-876-6181 |
| Official Sites: | |
| http://www.rotrally.com/ |