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CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. – The Bikers Who Care (BWC) 33rd Annual Leslie W. Watson Memorial Toy Run will be held Saturday, September 20 in Clarksville.
BWC is a nonprofit organization that supports several charitable children’s organizations, including Camp Rainbow, Special Olympics, Buddy Ball, Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital, Camp Phoenix, Dream Factory, and many others.
During the Toy Run, bikers will collect new, unwrapped toys to be distributed to underprivileged children during the holiday season. Cash donations will also be accepted.
Participants can meet September 20 at 10 a.m. at the Clarksville Speedway at 1600 Needmore Rd. The bikes will leave in parade form at 1 p.m. and end the ride at Governor’s Square Mall to deliver the toys. More than 1,300 bikers are expected to attend this year.
“Even if someone doesn’t have a bike or they can’t ride, they are more than welcome to come out to the mall and watch all the bikes come in and donate a toy out there,” said David von Palko with BWC.
As part of the Toy Run, BWC will host the 33rd Annual Benefit Party September 19-21 at the Clarksville Speedway. Admission is $30 in advance or $35 at the gate. Guests have the option to camp for the weekend. The camping fee is free for motorcycles, $25 for RVs, and $10 for cars or trucks.
The fun-filled weekend will consist of live music, tattoo contests, motorcycle contests, bikini contests, a swap meet, and more. Over 15 bands will perform live, including Confederate Railroad, Jeff Vaughn, Moccasin Creek, Kara Clark, Tim McGeary, and tons of local favorites.
All proceeds from the party benefit Camp Rainbow and other BWC children’s charities.
For more information, visit www.clarksvillespeedway.com or www.bikerswhocare.org.