Opening Hours
Harley-Davidson zones will be open:
Tuesday, September 8th: 12:00-22:00
Wednesday, September 9th – Saturday, September 13th: 10.00–20.00
Food, drinks and shopping will be open until late every night
European Bike Week 2026
European Bike Week
All riders are welcome at the iconic 28th European Bike Week, from September 8-13 on the shores of Lake Faak, in Carinthia, Austria. You can also combine a tour to Europe’s biggest annual motorcycle festival with the finale of the 2026 Bagger World Cup at the Red Bull Ring just a few hours ride away, on September 19-20.
Location & Date
Faak am See, Austria
September 8–13, 2026
Unforgettable Experiences
H-D Expo
Located in the Harley-Davidson Plaza at the heart of European Bike Week, you can check out all of the latest 2026 motorcycles and apparel. You can also try out the static Jumpstart nearby to experience the thrill of revving and riding a Harley-Davidson, but without needing a license.
H-D Demos
Take a test ride with your favourite Harley-Davidson on the legendary roads around Faak am See. Try out Sport, Cruiser, Grand American Touring and Adventure Touring motorcycles. There will also be a dedicated Pan America™ Adventure Zone with expert tuition and off-road tours.
Live Music
Join us at the Saloon Bar beside the Harley-Davidson Plaza and the Harley Bar near the customizer zone for five nights of free music entertainment, from afternoon until late.
H-D Parade
Line up with thousands at the Harley-Davidson statue on the Rosental Straße roundabout, for the biggest parade of motorcycles in Europe! An unforgettable ride through the picturesque towns and stunning lakeside scenery that only European Bike Week can offer.
H.O.G. Zone
Right at the heart of European Bike Week in the Harley-Davidson Plaza, the H.O.G. Zone is a great place to meet other members and also catch up with the H.O.G. membership team.
Dealerships and shopping
Come and visit the Dealer Mile, Shopping Village and Customizer Zone, with a wide range of Harley-Davidson official dealerships, parts suppliers, apparel and more.
Custom Bike Show
Returning to the picturesque Hauptplatz in central Villach – just a 20-minute ride from the main site – the Harley-Davidson Custom Bike Show is where you’ll find the best modified motorcycle showcase in Europe, as well as an opportunity to explore this beautiful city. There are six categories to enter: Classic, Touring/Bagger, Adventure & Offroad, Sport, Cruiser, and Radical Custom – all motorcycles welcome in this category!
Make the most of your visit
Accomodations
Book your stay in local towns and villages near and around Lake Faak and serene Lake Ossiach, some of the most beautiful and scenic areas to experience Austrian hospitality.
Food and beverage
Our event features a wide selection of food and beverages on site. There will be coffee lounges and bars across the site where you can relax and listen to music — while catching up with friends and making new ones.
Visit our sponsor Carinthia
Amazing panoramic roads, winding mountain passes, countless destinations and relaxing stops await you on the southern Alps.
Plan for this event
Pack items that have more than one use; a multi-tool is handier than a basic pocketknife.
Pack your cold weather and raingear no matter what time of year it is.
Lightweight synthetic clothing – such as T-shirts and underwear – can be washed in a hotel sink and dried overnight (cotton fabrics take too long to dry in this manner).
On long trips, consider bringing clothing you wouldn’t mind throwing away after bike week.
Plastic bags make great boot liners if you forget your gaiters. If you forget your rain gloves, rubber dishwashing gloves make great, inexpensive substitutes.
A small towel can be wrapped around your neck during a rainstorm to keep water from running down your back – and doubles as a shop rag.
Don't fold your clothes – roll them. They take up less space that way.
Zipper-lock plastic bags of various sizes can be extremely useful for organizing items in saddlebags and duffle bags. They can make it easier to find and retrieve items without unpacking your entire motorcycle. Use the one-gallon size to pack one day's worth of clothes – jeans, undergarments, and shirt. This makes it easier to unpack just what you need.
When traveling with other riders, conserve space by comparing packing lists and eliminating duplicate items.
When traveling (two-up) with a partner, ask yourself questions such as: "Can we share a tube of toothpaste?" or "Can I get by using her shampoo for a week?"
Few things are as easy to pack as money or credit cards. If you're struggling with whether or not to bring a particular item, consider simply buying it on the road if you need it.
If you watch the ounces, the pounds will take care of themselves. When possible, lighter is better.
Check the cargo weight limits of your bike - as well as the bags and racks - and adjust tire pressure and suspension accordingly.
When loading your bike, keep as much weight as possible close to the bike's center of gravity. That means low and toward the tank, distributed evenly from side to side.
Before you begin your trip, make sure to review all local motorcycle laws for the states you'll be traveling in.
A day or two before you leave, do a dry run. Pack the bike and go for a short ride, then adjust the load as needed.
If you're camping, set up your tent once or twice before you leave (and don't forget to waterproof it). Practice setting it up in the dark.
With your bike loaded for your road trip, check your headlamp to make sure it’s properly aimed.
Download the H-D App. Plan and record your ride, get H-D’s event schedule and exclusive content, plus participate in the Daytona Bike Week Challenge. Unlock even more event perks with Harley Owners Group.
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