SUNDAY 30 AUGUST 2026 – STOCKPORT TOWN CENTRE
Roughleys Bike Show returns to Stockport on Sunday 30 August 2026, bringing motorcycles, cars, live music, competitions, trade stalls, food, entertainment and thousands of visitors to the town centre.
The event takes place at St Petersgate, Stockport, SK1 1HE, in Stockport town centre, and forms part of the August Bank Holiday weekend.
The show is described by its organisers as Stockport’s premier bike and car show and is also a major independent charity event.
TIMES
Sunday 30 August 2026
Show opens: 12:00 noon
Show closes: approximately 10:30pm
The event runs throughout the afternoon and into the evening, with live bands continuing until late.
BIKE ENTRANTS
If you are entering a bike into the show, your motorcycle needs to be on site by 11:00am.
The main public event starts at 12:00 noon.
PRIZE GIVING
The main prize giving takes place at 4:00pm, with awards presented by Andrew Roughley.
WHAT’S AT THE SHOW?
CUSTOM AND SHOW BIKES
One of the main attractions is the large selection of motorcycles brought to the show from across the country.
Custom bikes and other impressive machines will be on display, with competitions and awards taking place during the day.
SHOW CARS
Roughleys isn’t just about motorcycles. The event also features a selection of top show cars, with competitions taking place during the day.
LIVE BANDS
Music is a major part of the event.
There will be live bands throughout the day and into the evening, with the bands continuing until late.
TRADE STALLS
Visitors can browse a selection of trade stalls during the event, alongside the bikes, cars and other attractions.
ROUGHLEYS MERCHANDISE
Official Roughleys clothing and merchandise is available at the show, including items such as hoodies, patches and hats.
The organisers recommend visiting the merchandise area early because popular items can sell out.
FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT
The event is designed to be family friendly during the daytime.
Entertainment includes:
Face painting
Bouncy castle
Family entertainment
Food stalls
Tombola
Raffle
Children are welcome, although children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult and must leave the site by 8:00pm.
FOOD AND DRINK
There will be food and drink available throughout the event.
The show also has a large bar, with a range of drinks available.
ASK A BUILDER
One of the more unusual features of Roughleys is the opportunity to Ask a Builder.
If you’re working on a motorcycle or car and aren’t sure how to finish a project, experienced bike enthusiasts attending the show are available to offer advice and suggestions.
COMPETITIONS AND AWARDS
Competitions are an important part of the show, with awards covering the bikes and cars on display.
The main prize giving takes place at 4:00pm.
Whether you’ve spent years building a custom motorcycle or simply have a machine you’re proud of, the organisers encourage people to get involved.
CHARITY FUNDRAISING
Roughleys Bike Show is run as an independent charity event, with money raised supporting charities.
The organisers currently highlight support for:
National Association for Bikers with a Disability (NABD)
Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity
Together Trust
The organisers state that money raised goes towards helping local charities and other charitable causes.
ENTRY
Entry is £3.
Under-14s are free, although they must be accompanied by an adult and must leave the site by 8:00pm.
Dogs are also welcome.
ROUGHLEYS BIKE SHOW 2026 – AT A GLANCE
Date: Sunday 30 August 2026
Location: St Petersgate, Stockport
Postcode: SK1 1HE
Bike entrants on site by: 11:00am
Public event starts: 12:00 noon
Prize giving: 4:00pm
Event finishes: Approximately 10:30pm
Live music: Throughout the day and into the evening
Entry: £3
Under 14s: Free
Bikes: Show bikes and competitions
Cars: Show cars and competitions
Trade stalls: Yes
Food and drink: Yes
Bar: Large bar
Family entertainment: Yes
Face painting: Yes
Bouncy castle: Yes
Tombola and raffle: Yes
Merchandise: Roughleys clothing and merchandise
Charity fundraising: Yes
THE HISTORY OF ROUGHLEYS BIKE SHOW
Roughleys Bike Show has been running since 1999, when Andy Roughley began the event while working at the Bulls Head pub during the August Bank Holiday.
What began as a gathering of friends and bikes has grown into a major Stockport event attracting thousands of people.
With bikes, cars, competitions, live music, food, a bar, trade stalls and family entertainment running from midday into the evening, Sunday 30 August 2026 promises to be another major day in Stockport’s biker calendar.