Messages from the Chairman

2026 Chairman Message

We are pleased to announce that the 2026 Dayton Blessing of the Bikes is a GO! We thank everyone who were involved last year and all of our quests from all over Southwest Ohio and further. We wouldn't be able raise money for the Greenbucs mission and keep the Blessing returning each year without your support. Make sure to spread the word that all are welcome. Clubs, Lone Riders, Kids, Family, and Friends are all welcome on May 17th if you ride a motorcycle or not. We look forward to the 25th anniversary this year with live music, great food, great activities, and great company. Come have a great day, rain or shine and support a great cause.

Lets make this year the best yet. See you there!

Josh Leedy

Chairman

2024 Prior Chairman Message

I am happy to announce that, as of right now, the 2024 Dayton Blessing of the Bikes is a GO! We will keep the event as a “GO” unless directed otherwise, which can happen even at the last possible second. Status update changes will be posted here, as well as on our Facebook page, so check back often. I once again believe we will be able to make this year’s Blessing one of the biggest and best events that we've had yet. I encourage everyone to come and have a good time. Help us spread the word and tell all of our friends, family and co-workers to come and join in on the festivities.

Thank you and I hope to see everyone at the 2024 Dayton Blessing of the Bikes.
Lawrence S. Taylor
Chairman

Events

Want to participate? Have questions? Contact Josh Leedy(Chairman) (326)220-3798.

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Committee meetings are held at 6:30 pm @ VFW Post 2800

2026

2/16 - Committee meeting
3/09 - Committee meeting
3/23 - Committee meeting
4/13 - Committee meeting
4/27 - Committee meeting, with vendors(optional)
5/11 - Final Committee meeting, with vendors
5/17- 25th Annual Dayton Blessing of the Bikes event @ Darana Raceway(Kil-Kare Raceway) - No Rain Date

2025

3/24 - Committee meeting
5/18 - 24th annual Dayton Blessing of the Bikes event @ Kil-Kare Raceway - No Rain Date

2024

5/19 - 23rd annual Dayton Blessing of the Bikes event @ Kil-Kare Raceway - No Rain Date

2023

5/21 - 22nd annual Dayton Blessing of the Bikes event - 10 am @ Kil-Kare Raceway

Local Attractions

Thank you to the Xenia Area Chamber of Commerce for their support of our event. Check their Member Directory for more information.

Want to explore things to do in the local area? The Dayton Convention and Visitors Bureau can help you discover Dayton.

The Fairborn Chamber of Commerce has everything you want to know about the City of Fairborn.

History of the Blessing of the Bikes

The Dayton Blessing of the Bikes, established in 2000, is a non-profit charitable organization operated by a group of dedicated volunteers. The Blessing takes place on the third Sunday of May every year at Kil-Kare Raceway in Xenia, Ohio (the event was formerly held at the University of Dayton's Welcome Stadium). The average attendance is 7000-8000 motorcycles.

All net proceeds benefit GreeneBucs/AMBUCS. Greenebucs - Greene County Chapter of Ambucs - mission is to provide help and support for people/children with disabilities throughout our community.

25th Anniversary

The annual Dayton Blessing of the Bikes event celebrated 25 years of blessings, camaraderie, and friendship among motorcycle enthusiasts and the community at large on May 17th, 2026. Take a look back here. We look forward to seeing all of you at the next Blessing of the Bikes!

This annual event is dedicated to all Veterans and raises proceeds for Greenebucs - Greene County Chapter of Ambucs - whose mission is to provide help and support for people/children with disabilities throughout our community.

Messages from the Chairman

Events

Local Attractions

History of the Blessing of the Bikes

25th Anniversary

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