A beloved community tradition is getting even bigger. The annual Blue Light Ride powered by Snyder's Tractor and Equipment is expanding with the launch of Blue Light Ride Eve, a new community celebration scheduled for May 15 from 6 PM – 9 PM at 8 Depot Street in Sparta.
The new event will take place at KLN Cycle Design and will serve as a kickoff celebration the night before the ride. Organizers say the addition is the first step in transforming the Blue Light Ride into a three-day event this year, with more announcements soon.
Blue Light Ride Eve will bring the community together for a relaxed, family-friendly evening featuring live music, food trucks, cornhole, beautiful motorcycles, and great company — all while raising money for Shop With A Cop.
Three motorcycle awards will be presented during the evening with $100 cash prizes for each category from KLN Cycle Design:
The event will also feature several local police officers helping judge the bikes.
The funds raised support the Shop With a Cop program, which partners with the SpartaYMCA and the Sparta Police Department to provide Christmas gifts and positive experiences for local children in need. Through the Blue Light Ride, hundreds of children in the Sparta and White County community have been helped during the holidays.
Blue Light Ride Eve will also offer the public a first look at KLN Cycle Design, which will soon celebrate its official grand opening in downtown Sparta.
KLN Cycle Design owner Barry Klein says the business will focus on more than just building custom motorcycles.
“This business will build amazing bikes, but also focus on this amazing community with family events throughout the year,” Klein said.
Event founder Marty McFly says the location and partnership are a perfect match.
“I’ve known Barry for 40 years. He cares deeply for Sparta and White County, and this is the perfect spot for the first Blue Light Ride Eve, which will be geared for everyone to enjoy no matter if you’re a bike fan or not,” McFly said.
Organizers say the event is designed to bring the community together — whether attendees come for the motorcycles, the music, the cause, or simply to spend time with friends.
Guests can expect a fun evening to meet new people, enjoy live entertainment, support a great cause, and get ready for the Blue Light Ride the next day.
More announcements about additional events and expansions to the Blue Light Ride Weekend are expected soon.Pictured are Barry Klein and Marty McFly at the front door of KLN Cycle Design.
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