Check out these Ohio Bike Week events

SANDUSKY — Ohio Bike Week kicks off today with feature events consisting of group motorcycle rides, live music, vendors and more. Throughout the event, there will be opportunities to demo motorcycles and explore the outdoor showroom at festival headquarters, Mad River Harley-Davidson on Milan Road (U.S. 250). Here are some of the more notable events. Visit ohiobikeweek.com for more detailed information, such as for registration and potential costs for each activity. Proceeds for many of these events benefit Anti-Virus Youth Education, a nonprofit that aids students enrolled in private and public institutions. Today • Kickoff party: The Kick-Off Party for the 2021 Ohio Bike Week Rally will go from 6-9 p.m. at Rockin' Horse Saloon, 8315 Milan Road (U.S. 250). This event will feature live music by Tight Wadd and Hot Harley Nights Key Giveaways. Friday • Winery and brewery tour: This event is a group ride to five local wineries. Proceeds benefit the Anti-Virus Youth Education. Saturday • Poker run: This group ride is an old-fashioned poker run with five stops. People can win cash prizes reaching $1,000. If attendance exceeds about 1,200 people, the top payment doubles to $2,000. Sunday • Roar Along the Shore dice run: This event is a group ride along Lake Erie's coast. People can win cash prizes up to $500. Monday Memorial Day parade: The event's final group ride goes through Sandusky and the Ohio Veterans Home. The parade will start at 2 p.m. from Mad River. Proceeds will go to the Ohio Veterans' Home.