Just thought I would mention this event because last year I went and had a great time and it's for a most worthy cause:
10th Annual Rally for Troops


Cleveland, Ohio
Apr/29 - Apr/29/2012
Public Square

Bikes stage at all NE Ohio Harley Davidson Dealerships at 8 AM and depart at 9 AM for downtown Cleveland's Public Square. 10:30 AM WELCOME HOME march to SW Quadrant of Public Square to honor all returning veterans of Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom. 11:00 Am Rally for Troops Ceremony

The RALLY is open to the PUBLIC. Plan on arriving around 10:00 AM to greet the procession of motorcycles arriving into downtown Public Square. MONICA ROBINS of WKYC will sing the National Anthem and MC the Rally. A tribute to Ohio’s Fallen Hero’s and all veterans is planned. Additionally all returning veterans from Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom will be “WELCOMED HOME” in an effort to express our appreciation for their service and sacrifices and the sacrifices of their families. Please invite all returning veterans to meet downtown at 10:30 for a processional march into Public Square. THE RALLY WILL TAKE PLACE REGARDLESS OF THE WEATHER. In the event of bad weather please come by car, as it’s important to express our continuing support for the sacrifices of our troops and their families.As in past years, there will be groups motorcycle departures from all of the Harley Davidson dealerships in North East Ohio to downtown Cleveland. Please contact the closest HD dealerships for more details.Post Rally Food and Entertainment at Cleveland Harley Davidson Sales Company from 12:30 to 2:30PM located at 14550 Lorain Road.

 

No longer living in the area, but I forwarded the info to family/friends. These events are great, thanks for posting!