India Bike Week 2026 Moves To Panchgani With Racing, Live Music And More

India Bike Week (IBW) is set to return on 4 and 5 December 2026, bringing motorcycling enthusiasts to Panchgani, Maharashtra, for two days of racing, live music, riding experiences and community celebrations. Organised by Seventy Event Media Group (70 EMG), the 13th edition will feature a venue 50 per cent larger than before, alongside a Town Takeover initiative that extends festival activities across Panchgani.

Martin Da Costa, CEO and Founder, Seventy EMG, says, “India Bike Week has always been about much more than motorcycles. It's about the people, the journeys, the friendships and the shared passion that bring this incredible community together. For 2026, we're taking that experience up a notch with the entire town of Panchgani collaborating with IBW to create this spectacular edition.”

Racing, Custom Builds & New Launches

The festival will feature four tracks and two experiential trails, with Rs 12 lakh in prize money across racing and riding events. Attractions include the IBW Hill Climb powered by Reise, Harley-Davidson Flat Track racing, IBW Dirt Dash and the Mini Moto and stunt experiences. FMX performances, Hard Enduro challenges and the Pulsar Underground Stunt Show will add to the action.

The Jameson Ginger Ale × India Bike Week Bike Build Off will bring together three selected builders to customise Harley-Davidson motorcycles. The winning builder will receive an all-expenses-paid opportunity to showcase their creation at the Adventure Bike Rider Festival in the UK. The IBW MISFITS series will also spotlight unconventional motorcycles and their owners.

Visitors can explore new motorcycle launches and test rides across dedicated mud, street and tarmac tracks. The showcase includes the debut of Italjet in India, new offerings from Aerostar Helmets and an exclusive SMK × India Bike Week special-edition helmet.

Music, Rides & Experiences Beyond The Festival

The music line-up features Hanumankind, Midival Punditz, Karsh Kale, Kutle Khan, Cryptos, Sickflip and Bombie, among others. Performances will take place across the IBW Main Stage and Jameson Connects Howling Dog Stage.

Five curated ride-outs will take participants through the Sahyadris, including heritage routes to Pratapgad Fort, off-road trails, countryside roads and visits to local farms. The Big Trip Stage will host international travellers and adventure riders sharing stories from their journeys.

The IBW Campsite, presented by Reise, will offer outdoor stays, bonfire experiences and an after-party featuring comedian Aakash Mehta and DJ Bass Maya. Food experiences will include the Big Forkers Grill Fest, presented by Harley-Davidson, alongside food stalls and motorcycle cafés.

Motorcycle Culture, Shopping & Community

The festival will feature themed spaces such as the Cutting Club and Moto Art Collective, showcasing custom builds, vintage motorcycles and collections from IBW MISFITS, Sajid Sayed, Mean Green Customs and Vintage Zoroastrian of Bombay. Motography, the Wall of Adventure and moto-sculptures will further explore motorcycle culture.

The Bikers’ Mart will bring together more than 200 global brands and retailers offering riding gear, accessories and lifestyle merchandise. Oakley will also showcase its eyewear and Oakley Meta range.

Beyond motorcycling, the event will include family-friendly activities, entertainment and local experiences. The organisers expect the festival to support Panchgani’s tourism economy by creating opportunities for hotels, homestays, restaurants and local businesses.

India Bike Week 2026 will take place on 4 and 5 December at Panchgani, with gates opening at 1 PM and official after-parties beginning at 10 PM. Tickets, camping and stay options are available through the event’s official website.