About the Event

The Vintage GEARs Bicycle Show is a celebration of cycling history, creativity, and community. Whether you’re a collector, a builder, or just a fan of funky bikes, this event is for you!

Showcase: Explore vintage bikes, NeoRetro builds, and quirky classics. We will also be showcasing some local builders!
Discover vintage bikes, frames, and parts for sale throughout the show!
Vote & Win: Each participant receives an event passport. Collect stamps by visiting booths and voting for your favorite bikes — then turn in your passport to earn raffle tickets!
Silent Auction: Bid on local prizes!
Learn & Listen: Watch live demos from local shops and builders & hear stories from local legends!
Celebrate: Connect with fellow riders and honor Eugene’s cycling culture.

This event supports Food for Lane County Bring a non-perishable food item to help fight hunger locally.

Bike Show Schedule

Stay tuned for updates!

1:00 PM – Show Opens
Welcome & How I Got Into Vintage Bikes

2:00 PM – Storytelling & Open Mic
Join us for stories from the community!
Have a fun tale about your love of vintage bikes?
Come up and share it with us.

3:00 PM – Panel Discussion
Crafting Community: The Art and Evolution of Local Bike Making
Featuring Co-Motion Cycles, Bike Friday, and Liminal Machine Works

3:30 PM – Voting Ends!
Turn in your passports to exchange for raffle tickets.

4:00 PM – Raffle & Awards
We’ll draw raffle prizes and announce the category winners!

All Afternoon – Live Demos & Storytelling
Check back for details throughout the day!

Raffle & Prizes

Public voting = raffle tickets! The more you vote, the more chances you have to win. Additional tickets available at the GEARs information table.

Grand Prize: A vintage bicycle
Other Prizes: Bike shop services, accessories, local gift cards, and more
Silent Auction: Bid on more local prizes!

Bike Show Categories

Each bike entered will be displayed with a short story or history. Visitors vote in these categories:

Retro Build – NeoRetro creations with modern or alt parts on vintage frames
Vintage Road Bike – Period-correct or all-original road builds
Vintage MTB – Mountain bikes, all-original or restored
Classic Bike – Cruisers, BMX, cyclocross, muscle bikes & oddballs
Best in Show – Overall crowd favorite (single winner)
Group Budget Build – $300 parts limit, perfect for clubs & teams

Bike Entry & Exhibitor Info

Do you have a vintage bike you love, a collection you’re proud of, or a unique build that turns heads? Be part of the show! Be sure to bring your wares and memorabilia!

Exhibitor Options

Full Booth (10×10 canopy, 5+ bikes) – $20
Shared Booth (2–3 bikes each) – $10 per exhibitor
Individual Display (single bike) – $5 per bike
Optional add-ons: Table or Booth

Apply Now or email kayna@eugenegears.org