The Art Moto Show - 2025

Do you have a unique, custom or collectable motorcycle? If you would like to be a part of North Carolina’s most eclectic bike show, you can submit your bike here. With prizes for winners in each category, we invite you to be a part of our community as we celebrate the soul of the motorcycle, through artistic expression, innovation and storytelling.

Awards will be given in the following categories:

Best in Show

The highest honor, selected by the

Art Moto executive team based on overall excellence, creativity, and impact.

The highest honor, selected by the Art Moto executive team based on overall excellence, creativity, and impact.

Storytellers

Motorcycles with personal meaning and powerful backstories — tributes, transformations, and milestones on two wheels.

Art Bikes

Visually bold and creatively expressive builds that stand out as rolling pieces of art.

Ideators

Fresh, innovative designs from emerging talent and builders pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.

Resurrections

Vintage motorcycles restored with intention — whether brought back to original form or reimagined with a modern twist.

Hometown Hero

A local owner and their bike that have become part of the community — seen around town, recognized, and respected.

People’s Choice

Voted on by the crowd. This award goes to the fan favorite, regardless of category.

Submission Process

Apply Online

1 Submit your bike at artmoto.com. Complete the entry form and provide details about your build, including photos and a short backstory.

Acceptance Notification

2 Selected bikes will be notified via email. Space is limited, and preference will be given to entries that best align with the festival's creative and community-driven spirit.

Show Day Load-In

3 Accepted participants will receive detailed instructions for check-in, load-in times, and display logistics.

Judging

4 Bikes will be reviewed throughout the day by a panel of builders, artists, and festival leadership. Winners will be announced during the awards ceremony on the main stage.

Submission Process

Apply Online

Submit your bike at artmoto.com. Complete the entry form and provide details about your build, including photos and a short backstory.

Acceptance Notification

Selected bikes will be notified via email. Space is limited, and preference will be given to entries that best align with the festival's creative and community-driven spirit.

Show Day Load-In

Accepted participants will receive detailed instructions for check-in, load-in times, and display logistics.

Judging

Bikes will be reviewed throughout the day by a panel of builders, artists, and festival leadership. Winners will be announced during the awards ceremony on the main stage.

Want to learn more or submit your bike?

Click here to see this year's awards categories and how to participate.