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Leesburg Bike Fest draws a large crowd
By Brandon Jacobs
IN THE MIDDLE Magazine
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Updated: April 29th, 2009
 
Since 1996, the Leesburg Bike Fest has been a big hit with over 300,000 people attending every year.  The 13th Annual Leesburg Bike Fest is no exception; this "vehicle-free" environment will be held at Historical Downtown Leesburg from April 24th to the 26th
 
Bike Fest offers over 40 bands including Justin Heet, Kingfish Band, Blackberry Smoke, AC/DC tribute band, and much more as well as over 200 different kind of vendors.  There are other fun events like the donut eating contest, Team Extreme (professional bikers do tricks and stunts on bikes) or another ride events.
 
Leesburg Bike Fest is free and people are encouraged to bring family and friends.  The event is for all ages but mainly for any biker that wants to hang out and have a good time.  At Bike Fest you can see all different types of motorcycle and many different designs on the bike.  A popular attraction is Rats Hole were all of the coolest bikes are displayed. Rats Hole is also the biggest party at Bike Fest.
 
“I enjoy seeing people from all around enjoying our town and county in a safe and clean environment.  I love hearing the compliments about Lake County,” commented Joe Shipes, Executive Vice-President of Leesburg Partnership.  Shipes, along with the rest of Leesburg Partnership, help run Bike fest and make sure everything is safe and running smoothly.
 
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