Holland blessing of the bikes 2023

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Holland blessing of the bikes 2023

The sea of motorcycles at First Mt. Moriah Baptist Church seemed endless.

Holland blessing of the bikes 2023

From left, Greenwood’s Heather Greenlaw and Joanne Riley, and Greenville’s Lisa Gunderson, chat before leaving for the annual Blessing of the Bikes.

Holland blessing of the bikes 2023

Some bikers brought their animals with them.

Holland blessing of the bikes 2023

Bikers for Christ members usher in some of the many motorcycles.

Hundreds of motorcycles paraded through Greenwood on Sunday, making their way from the Hobby Lobby parking lot to First Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, where they gathered for the annual Blessing of the Bikes. While pastors and members of Bikers for Christ blessed the bikes, people enjoyed live music and refreshments.

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How long does Blessing of the Bikes last?

Music from biker/musicians hailing from Scottville, Greenville, and Six Lakes have rocked the crowd for nearly four hours, playing a variety of rock standards for an enthusiastic and appreciative crowd. This wholesome family oriented happening is held every year on the third Sunday in May.

How many people attend the Blessing of the Bikes in Baldwin Michigan?

On Sunday the blessing of the bikes will be held at the airport. And the gates open at 9am. Next, donation is $5/per motorcycle and not per person. And there are some 40,000 people attending the Baldwin Blessing of the Motorcycles.

What happens at a Blessing of the Bikes?

The Blessing of the Bikes, also The Blessing of the Bicycles, is an annual tradition in which riders of motorcycles or bicycles are blessed by a priest in the hope that it will bring safety for the coming season. Many towns hold annual ceremonies to bless motorcycles at the start of the summer.

How many Bikes are at Blessing of the Bikes?

“For 30 years, we have partnered with the Christian Motorcycle Association to host this signature event. We are excited to welcome an anticipated 5,000+ Motorcycle enthusiasts from throughout the Midwest for this annual event at Bald Knob Cross.