Park YOUR Motorcycle in the middle of historic Garrison Avenue:
The Steel Horse Rally is the only time that motorcycles are allowed to park in the middle of historic Garrison Avenue.
When:
- Friday, May 7th, 2027 from 6:30 PM until Midnight
- Saturday, May 8th, 2027 from 9:00 AM until Midnight
Where:
Garrison Ave. from 5th Street (500 Block) to 11th Street (1100 Block) Garrison Avenue will be open to motorcycle traffic only and motorcycles will be allowed to park "nose-to-nose" on the yellow line in the middle of the Street during these times. Motorcyclists must follow traffic signs and signals and use caution when parking. This parking area is for motorcycles only. No motorcycles pulling trailers will be allowed to park in the middle of the street. All motorcycles must be moved out of the middle of the street by Midnight.
On Saturday, May 8th, the Steel Horse Rally Thunder Through the Valley Motorcycle Parade takes place at 4:00 PM and the only traffic allowed on Garrison Ave. will be the motorcycles. Please note that some entrances will be for two-wheeled motorcycles only and trike and motorcycles with sidecars or more than two wheels will be asked to use the 6th Street Entrance to Garrison Ave. Please follow all signs that are posted regarding traffic and parking.
Garrison Avenue has been the heart of Fort Smith for more than two centuries and is where the Steel Horse Rally kicks off and ends each year.
The 2027 Steel Horse Rally
See locations of Steel Horse Rally Motorcycle Parade, Events and Vendor Areas
(Dates, Times & Locations subject to change).
Street Closures and Traffic Flow Map
See street closures and routes for traffic during the 2027 Steel Horse Rally below.











