Chopper Festival

Name: Chopper Festival
Address: Ventura, CA, 93001, US
Telephone: +18052172113
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.9

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Join us on February 9, 2025, at the Ventura Fairgrounds. General information linktr.ee/chopperfest

2004. The grief felt by the entire two wheel world found expression as those who loved and respected David lined the stage with his wife to honor him just three months after his death. The love for both the "artist" and the "lifestyle" he envisioned blended perfectly through a huge showing of his original art and an equally huge showcase of custom motorcycles. Bike Builders from across the nation came to both honor David Mann at his passing and welcome the birth of his signature event. Chopperfest is forever dedicated to the design, function and art of the motorcycle through those talented enough to create and those creative enough to appreciate talent.

- Big Dave Hansen (In The Wind Magazine

12/26/2024

Good morning! We are pleased to announce that our event t-shirt and hoodie are available for pre-order. Please visit the link in our bio or chopperfest.bigcartel.com to place your order. We will ship them during the first week of February. International shipping is available.

🏍 We invite you to enter your custom motorcycle in our bike show, where you will receive a general admission ticket and an event t-shirt. Please visit chopperfestival.com or click the link in our bio to register. 🏍

Advance general admission tickets are available. Buy now, save five dollars, and receive a FREE limited edition David Mann Chopper Fest poster upon entry. $15 presale, $20 at the gate.

Have a wonderful day!

12/23/2024

We hope you and your loved ones have a joyful and Merry Christmas.

Santa and a Covered Bridge, December 1992. Art by

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12/16/2024

✨️ Happy Mann Monday ✨️ It is our distinct pleasure to introduce the 2025 Helmet Show participants. They will be customizing Gr**go SVs to honor David Mann.

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Please follow them for updates and visit Anacapa Hall to admire their artwork. Thank you to for their continued support and to the artists who help bring the to life. A selection of helmets will be available for purchase. Please inquire about pricing at the show.

Click the tabs in our bio to purchase your general admission access, enter the motorcycle show, or secure a vendor spot. Vendor and swap meet spaces are limited. Get your spot before they are gone.

12/14/2024

Go to www.chopperfestival.com to secure your vendor and swap meet spaces, enter our custom bike show, and purchase your general admission tickets.

Buy your general admission tickets in advance, skip the lines and receive a FREE limited edition David Mann Chopper Fest poster. Receive your free poster when your ticket is redeemed.

General admission is $15 presale (includes free event poster), $20 at the gate. Military with ID $10, kids 12 & under are free.

The 21st Annual David Mann Chopper Fest is powered by Harley-Davidson & Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys

12/02/2024

Today's tribute is brought to you by our esteemed friends at Paisano Publications. is the sole authorized source for limited-edition David Mann prints from . Kindly follow the link in their bio to treat yourself!

11/28/2024

We are extremely grateful to all those who assist us in preserving the legacy of David Mann and Huggy Beahr. We hope you have a wonderful day with your loved ones. Artwork by

11/25/2024

Check out this created by David Mann

11/08/2024

Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with all those affected by the devastating Mountain Fire. Please stay safe. ❤️

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11/04/2024

Happy Be sure to give the official David Mann page a follow.

Let's get this week started! Grab some throttle and don't look back. Raceway Launch, November 1994.

11/01/2024

We cordially invite you to join us on February 9th for the 21st David Mann Chopperfest at the Ventura Fairgrounds. You can save $5 on your general admission tickets and receive a complimentary event poster when you purchase your tickets online.

For motorcycle-related vendors and bike show registrations, kindly follow the links provided in our bio.

Artists, please contact [email protected] to join the Custom Culture Art Show.

Sponsorship opportunities are available. Please email [email protected]

We would like to express our sincere gratitude to our esteemed colleagues at for granting us the opportunity to utilize Crestline, which was initially introduced as a centerfold in the February 1980 edition.

The is presented by Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys and Harley-Davidson.

More details to come 🙌
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10/28/2024

Happy Rodeo, February 1987. Artwork by

10/14/2024

"Bikers Rule the World" aka "Planetary Brotherhood" Artwork by is the only authorized source for limited edition David Mann prints from Easyriders. Click the link in their bio to purchase yours.

10/07/2024

Happy Death Rider, centerfold for Iron Horse, April 1982, borrowed from the official David Mann page. Have a fantastic week! 💀

09/30/2024

"Dog Gone Hot Dogs" Artwork by David Mann. is the only authorized source for limited edition David Mann prints from Easyriders. Click the link in their bio to purchase yours.

09/23/2024

Today's tribute comes in from our dear friends at Support Good Times . Thanks for your endless support 🙌
Art by David Mann 🎨

09/11/2024

On September 11th, we solemnly commemorate two significant events. In 2001, our nation experienced a profound loss with the tragic passing of 2,977 Americans. In 2004, we mourned the passing of the esteemed David Mann at the age of 64. We pay tribute to their memory and extend our deepest sympathies to those affected by these events.

09/10/2024

We extend our warmest wishes for a very Happy Heavenly Birthday to David on what would have been his 84th. We express our deepest gratitude to David for the immense joy his art has brought to the world.

09/07/2024

Happy Birthday to the beautiful Lisa M. Ballard. You’re an incredible woman. Your soul shines brightly and we are so grateful for you. Thank you for all you do and for being who you are. We love you 🙌🏻❤️🎉

Address

Ventura, CA
93001

Opening Hours

8am - 4pm

Telephone

+18052172113

Website

http://linktr.ee/chopperfest, https://www.chopperfestival.com/, https://www.chopperfestival.com/vendor.html

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Today's Mann Monday tribute comes from our pal, Darren McKeag. "I illustrated some of my favorites of David’s… pen and ink on federally issued paper…" Follow and support @mckeagart 🙌 #monday #mannmonday #chopperfest #davidmann #davidmannart

Featured builder and all-around good guy Ryan McQuiston is coming in hot for the ChopperFest! Please follow @whiterabbitmcquiston to watch this beautiful 1947 Knucklehead Chopper +20 wideglide come to life and visit his booth during the show! Ryan, thank you for supporting the #chopperfest over the years! 🙌 #mcquistonschopperdesigns #handbuilt #customs #longrange#dependability #americanmade #harleydavidson #choppers #knucklehead #homeofthemouldedchopper #losangeles #longbeach #lbc

"If You Build It They Will Come" A All Brand Motorcycle Show presented by @russbrownmotorcycleattorneys and @harleydavidson. The show is open to the public and is not just for builders. We have 22 classes and over 50 awards to be given out! Bike Show entry includes one general admission ticket and one limited-edition event t-shirt. Kindly click the link in our bio to pre-register your bike online for swift access on Sunday, February 9th. Day-of cash registration is also available at the Bike Show Gate from 6:30 am to 10 am. As always, we appreciate your support. 📹 @toryduvarney #chopperfest #dmcf #davidmann #bikeshow #custom #motorcycles #russbrownrocks #harleydavidson #hd #award #cash #prize #russbrownmotorcycleattorneys #sportster #dyna #panhead #shovelhead #evo #chopper #bagger #antique #motorcycle #indianmotorcycle

Happy #mannmonday 🙌 Check out this custom #biltwellgringo painted by the ever-talented Stephen Gibson aka @air_oil_and_lead dedicated to #davidmann #airoilandlead #biltwell #biltwellhelmetshow #chopperfest

Commencing #mannmonday with this gem acquired by a long-standing supporter who prefers to remain anonymous. Thank you for sharing. #tankart by #davidmann

Please support our dear friends @dirrrtybird_gollob @el_burro_electrico and their friends at the Ventura Nationals Hot Rod & Kustom Show this weekend! Please follow @ventura_nationals for complete details and events happening beginning tomorrow night! 🚗💨🔥 repost via @dansmithism So I was honored to be asked to do the artwork for this years @ventura_nationals Hot Rod and Kustom show this weekend. Always a favorite show put on by the best people! Here’s a video of some of the art process to get to the finished product. I’ll be signing screen printed posters so come and grab one. See you up the coastline of lights. #VenturaNationals #greatpeople #familyfriendly

Head over to @mckeagart for the chance to win. Good luck! 🙌 #biltwell #mckeagart #davidmann #biltwellhelmetshow

Stoked on this new Loser Machine x David Mann collection, which is available now at www.losermachine.com. ⁠ - David Mann, celebrated as one of the most talented and influential motorcycle artist of all time, left a strong impression on biker culture. Mann’s intricate depictions of motorcycles and their components, not only reshaped the portrayal of bikers but also solidified his legacy as an enduring icon in biker culture. ⁠ ⁠ - With a lifestyle deeply rooted in the traditions of old-school motorcycle culture and the modern-day California lifestyle, @losermachine pays homage to Mann’s artistry with this limited edition collection. ⁠@paisanopub ⁠ - Video by @66wyfilms #davidmann #davidmannart #losermachine #paisanopublications #collab #collaboration #reels

Today's Mann Monday tribute comes from Carla. Great work, @ldlmoma #davidmann #davidmannart #easyriders #stainedglass #mannmonday #mannmondays

Click the link in our bio to purchase the @sonnyboystudio 20th Anniversary limited-edition screen print. Act now as they will sell out! 18" x 24" 100lb. Cardstock Designed by Sonny Boy Signed & numbered Limited Edition Sold exclusively at @nicsonmercantile Sonny, THANK YOU for contributing to the show over the years! We appreciate your support and friendship. https://www.nicsonmercantile.com/product/sonny-boy-x-david-mann-chopperfest-20th-anniversary-print/2861 #chopperfest #sonnyboy #sonnyboystudio #nicsonmercantile #screenprinting

From our dear friends at @russbrownmotorcycleattorneys - We're drawing the winner for our annual bike giveaway TOMORROW at Chopperfest! Will you be riding home on a brand new 2023 Harley-Davidson Lowrider®️ ST? See you Sunday at @chopperfest ⚡️⚡️⚡️ #sponsoredbyrussbrown #RidersHelpingRiders #chopperfest #harleydavidson

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The history of Chopperfest in Ventura California is really a snapshot of America at it's finest. Real people who think outside the box and who can translate those thoughts into visual beauty both functional and artistic. Originally the brainchild of David "Huggie" Hansen, Chopperfest became much more than a showcase for futuristic Motorcycle design when famed artist David Mann died in Sept of 2004. The grief felt by the entire two wheel world found expression as those who loved and respected David lined the stage with his wife to honor him just three months after his death. The love for both the "artist" and the "lifestyle" he envisioned blended perfectly through a huge showing of his original art and an equally huge showcase of custom motorcycles. Bike Builders from across the nation came to both honor David Mann at his passing and welcome the birth of his signature event. Chopperfest is forever dedicated to the design, function and art of the motorcycle through those talented enough to create and those creative enough to appreciate talent. - Big Dave Hansen (In The Wind Magazine