Motorcycle rally/expo coming in June

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An exciting event is coming to Van Wert in June.  Rally in the Corn will be held at the Van Wert County Fairgrounds June 14-17.  Described by its organizers, C.J. Van Wart and Tony DiLalla of Houston, Texas, as a motorcycle rally and expo with lots of fun and added activities, Rally in the Corn will be the largest motorcycle rally in northwest Ohio.

From American and Metric, and all things in between, this unique rally will bring together motorcycle enthusiasts, and those who dream of owning one, for a one of-a-kind cycling experience. Never before, have so many manufacturers, dealers, enthusiasts and novice riders had this kind of opportunity in this area.  See and experience the latest in bikes, parts, accessories and apparel. Get that ride customized on the spot at the event’s many vendors in the install area.  There will be custom and vintage motorcycle exhibits and a chance to meet product specialists.

Organizers have promised an action-packed interactive track area, a leather/apparel fashion show, smokin’ hot live bands, biker games, custom bike competition for aspiring riders, plenty of food vendors to choose from and many indoor and outdoor exhibitors.

Thursday, Friday and Saturday admission will be restricted to those 21 and older.  But on Sunday, Father’s Day, the entire family is invited out to take part in the activities.

Visit www.rallyinthecorn.com or contact C.J. Van Wart at 281.489.1008 or by email at cjvanwart@nfinitepromotions.com for more information about area hotels, RV spaces, and tent camping sites.

Tickets are available locally at the Van Wert County Fair Board office at 1055 S. Washington St. and at the Van Wert Area Convention and Visitors Bureau located at 136 E. Main St.  Office hours at the Fair Board are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday and Wednesday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday.

The Convention and Visitors Bureau is open 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 9:30 a.m. to noon on Friday. The price of a four-day pass is $30 in advance and a ticket for Saturday is only $20 in advance.  Both ticket outlets accept cash or check only. Special Sunday admission will be $5 per person with 12 and under being admitted free.

For more information, visit the event website at www.rallyinthecorn.com or contact the Van Wert Area Convention and Visitors Bureau at 419.238.9378 or the Van Wert County Fair Board office at 419.238.9270. The event can also be found on Facebook (Rally in the Corn 2012).