Questions? Chris Shaffer 315-719-8106
e-mail: shafwater@aol.com 

Annual Memorial Day Veteran’s Biker Rally

Sponsored by:
 Waterloo Container and Sessler Companies

 Monday, May 25th, 2026

Lead by the Patriot Guard Riders of NY
and
The Waterloo Legion Riders

Ride with us through the beautiful Finger Lakes Region this Memorial Day and show your support for those who served to protect our freedoms!  Return to the Waterloo VFW for a Chicken BBQ Lunch!

2026 Bike Rally Registration Form

One of the most popular features of Celebrate Commemorate is our annual Biker Rally. The rally will be held on Monday, May 27, and is expected to attract 300 riders. Entry forms are available here, or participants may register at the VFW, 29 West Elisha St., from 8 to 10 a.m. the morning of the ride. Led by riders of the New York Patriot Guard and  Waterloo Legion Riders, bikers from throughout the area are invited to join the “Ride for Respect” to pay tribute to our troops. Riders will leave the VFW at 10 a.m. under the direction of ride captain Nigel Heaton of the New York Patriot Guard Riders. They will return to the VFW by about 2 p.m. where a chicken BBQ lunch will be available.

Friends and families are welcome to attend.  A merchandise table will offer souvenirs for sale.

ALL PROCEEDS SUPPORT New York Patriot Guard Riders, Waterloo VFW, Waterloo American Legion and Celebrate Commemorate Event

This video is a short highlight from the 2023 group!
Video courtesy: Duprey Video Productions

2026 Bike Rally Registration Form

$35 per rider /$15 passenger
(Includes Ride and Meal)

Ride with us through the beautiful Finger Lakes Region this Memorial Day and show your support for those who served to protect our freedoms!  Return to the Waterloo VFW for a Buffet Lunch!

8:00am – 10:00am – Registration at Waterloo VFW, 29 West Elisha Street
10:00am – 2:00pm – Scenic Ride through the Finger Lakes Region
2:00pm – Return to Waterloo VFW for a Chicken BBQ Lunch

Questions? Chris Shaffer 315-719-8106
e-mail: chris@sesslerwrecking.com