BMW Riders of Oregon upcoming events

Ride Fossil/Wheeler County Bluegrass Festival (July 03, 2026)

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT

A group of BMWRO riders are planning on riding to the Wheeler County Bluegrass Festival in Fossil Oregon. Great riding in the Fossil area, great music in the afternoon and evenings, nice camping in the city park and fairgrounds. Details on the festival at http://www.wheelercountybluegrass.org/

Questions? Contact Dave Chmielowiec bmwro.vp@gmail.com

Save the date and watch for further details!

4th of July Gathering (July 04, 2026)

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Ride out to USFS Highway 19, aka: Aufderheide Scenic Drive, for a gathering. We will meet at the Box Canyon Campground at 12 noon. A small barbeque will be fired up for your grilling pleasure.

Box Canyon Campground, a free horse campground, and is located at 3700 feet. It is Highway 19's halfway point between Hwy 58 and Hwy 19, about thirty miles in. Campground is located on the west side @ The Top of BOX Canyon Pass, directly across from USFS rental cabin. It features 13 campsites and vault toilets. Just slow down at the top! There is no drinking water for humans! You must carry your garbage out.

The Road in from Hwy 58 and Hwy 126 is OPEN!

We will pick a vacant campsite upon arrival and set up for lunch. Rain or shine. Very simple, you bring your own food, utensils, water, and garbage bag! This is all located in the McKenzie Ranger District. If you have questions, look it up online or a map. "Official speed limit on the Aufderheide is 45mph!" The road has the occasional pothole. No sign up nor reservation required, just show with your food and a smile!

Roger P

BMWMCC (July 22, 2026)

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Top O' The Rockies Rally 2026
July 23-26, 2026
Paonia, CO

The 54th annual Top O’ The Rockies Rally is the go-to event of the summer. The entire event takes place within the beautifully maintained historic Paonia Town Park, where it has been held for the past 37 years. The BMW Motorcycle Club of Colorado is a welcoming club that encourages riders of all makes and models to take part in this quiet, small town event.

Registration price includes: 3 full days of camping, 3 days of nightly live entertainment, motorcycle games, dinner on Saturday night. For more information visit our Rally Information Page: https://bmwmcc.org/tor

Not a BMWRO event. for informational purposes only.

Music & Motorcycle Weekend (July 24, 2026)

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT

About this event

BMWRO Riders are invited to this private property near LaPine, Oregon owned by long time BMWRO members Doug & Gloria Watt for the Newberry Event Music & Arts Fest to Defeat MS.

The 2026 13th Newberry Event Music Festival to Defeat MS, will be held July 24th (4:30-10 pm) and 25th (10:30 am-10 pm) at the Watts' Sprague Loop home, under shady aspens and shade sails. It's a DIY 501(c)(3) fundraiser for the Oregon National Multiple Sclerosis Society.

The theme is live music variety, with awesome Rock, Bluegrass, Country, Folk and Rhythm and Blues performances.

Excellent onsite food and beverages.

FREE Tent Camping starting Friday at Noon. A grassy, shaded area will be designated for motorcycle camping.

Limited RV dry camping (please arrive Friday 12-3 pm).

Join the Newberry family "Great Times for a Great Cause".

Suggested Donation: $60/person, young kids FREE. $25 for RV.

www.newberryevent.com

for more information, picture gallery and PayPal donations.

Invite your friends and family!

Your donation puts you on the invitation list.

The number of attendees is limited so RSVP soon. Thanks.

QUESTIONS? Contact the Watts at diamond@diamondstone.com, or text Doug at 541-536-4584, or leave a message at 541-536-3600.

Event Contact(s)

Doug Watt

Keith Matteson Memorial Campout at River Edge on the Alsea (August 20, 2026)

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Registration is open! Registration ends Aug. 13

Join us for the annual Keith Mattesen Memorial Campout. We continue to honor the memory of our friend and avid rider.

This year we’ve selected a more user friendly location. River Edge Campground at 23116 Alsea Hwy which is 22 mile east of Waldport on Hwy 34 just west of Alsea The site boasts a large, tree bordered area alongside the Alsea River. It has a large covered group pavilion with water and electricity and paved parking for bikes with room for RVs (no hookups). A group campfire ring is available if fires are allowed at the time. Three nights of camping include large grassy field for your tent site, a light meal on Friday arrival of soup and a nice crusty bread, a Saturday night meal of the Famous Dallas smoked pork, and a continental style bite to get you on your way Sunday Morning. Additionally, our BMWRO grill and cooking supplies will be available to members. A maximum of 40 participants for this event so don't delay! Registration ends Aug. 13. Lots of great paved and GS riding in the area! Register on our website. Event Hosts: contact Carol Dallas at BMWRO.Secretary@gmail.com or Steve Miller at shuntermiller@gmail to coordinate camping other than tenting.

River Edge Group Campground Photos:

2026 Idaho Stomp (August 25, 2026)

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Riders of Oregon Gypsy Tour (September 17, 2026)

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Registration is open!

Last day to sign-up is Sept 10 2026

New event this year! Three nights of camping in three different locations from the Cascade Range to the Coast Range and finishing up in the Umpqua River valley. Three hot dinners and continental breakfasts w/coffee will be included. Planned routes (or make your own). We will be starting at the Lost Prairie group site west of Santiam Junction. The next stop will be at Moonshine Park on the Siletz river. The final destination will be Eagleview BLM site south of Elkton. All destinations are provided so if you can't come for three nights, come for two! We have some great routes mapped out by our resident Route Master sure to bring smiles and surprises to riders young and ~~old~~ well not as young. There will be ample opportunity for detours whether you're looking for a shorter route or one with less pavement.

Dinners

9/17 Pasta w/meat sauce, green salad, dinner rolls, dessert

9/18 Grilled Brats (Chicken or pork), baked beans(meatless), fruit salad, dessert

9/19 Grilled chicken, potato salad, green salad, dessert

Continental breakfast each morning including Coffee, hot water and typical continental breakfast fare.

Registration will be limited to 25 and is open now!

Watch for further details on this website and in the Beemer Beat newsletter.

Questions? Contact the event hosts:

Dave Chmielowiec bmwro.vp@gmail.com

Alice LeBarron alicelebarron@hotmail.com