David Mann Chopperfest Sturgis Featuring Cary Brobeck of Choppers Magazine

For the first time, the iconic chopper culture event is coming to Sturgis. Founded to honor the legend David Mann, whose artwork basically defined biker culture for decades, Chopperfest is one of the most respected custom motorcycle shows in the U.S. with events in Ventura, Kansas City and now Sturgis. This show is less about mainstream bikes and more about hand-built, artistic, old-school choppers. The inaugural David Mann Chopperfest Sturgis will kick off Motorcycles As Art featuring “MANN MADE” a David Mann Archive Exhibit. Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026 4:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Where: The Buffalo Chip East Gardens Why: Cary Brobeck brings the David Mann Chopperfest Sturgis for the very first time, to kick off the Motorcycles As Art Exhibition featuring “MANN MADE”, a David Mann Archive Exhibit. How: The East Gardens and the Event Center are Free to Access! A wristband is required to exit the Event Center into the Amphitheater.