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The 29th Annual Thunder By The Bay Music & Motors Festival
Now in its 29th year, Thunder By The Bay is a weekend built on horsepower, music and a deep commitment to giving back.
From February 19–21, 2027, the Sarasota Fairgrounds will come alive with three days of live entertainment, motorcycle and car shows, biker games, a charity dice run, vendors, food, drinks and family-friendly fun. On-site camping is available for those who want to stay close to the action.
This annual event is a proud fundraiser for Suncoast Charities for Children, a nonprofit that helps provide essential services for children, teens and adults with special needs throughout Southwest Florida. Since its founding, the festival has generated over $3.3 million in support of local programs that create lasting impact in the community.
Whether you’re a rider, a music fan or someone who believes in helping others, Thunder By The Bay is your invitation to be part of something powerful, purposeful and unforgettable.
Suncoast Charities for Children
“Supporting Local Children, Teens & Adults With Special Needs Since 1985.”
Suncoast Charities for Children is where fun meets philanthropy here on the Suncoast. Special event fundraisers held throughout the year bring people together to ensure that their investment has a long-lasting, positive impact on local children, teens, and adults with special needs. Funds raised help support ten local non-profit organizations for special needs children, teens and adults, which offer critical programs and services to over 10,000 individuals and their families.
Sponsors
Thank You To Our 2026 Sponsors!
The success of this iconic festival would not be possible without the support of our generous sponsors. Thanks to their support, we have been able to enhance the festival experience for both our attendees and sponsors, and successfully raised $3.3 million for charity. Your investment as a sponsor not only provides an excellent opportunity to showcase your business or brand, but also feels rewarding knowing that you have helped make a significant impact on the lives of local children, teens, and adults with special needs.
To learn more on how you can make a difference, contact Lucy Nicandri, Executive Director for Suncoast Charities for Children:
