Glory Daze 2025

Whoa, baby! What a trip. On September 20–21, 2025, the atmosphere at Pittsburgh Brewing Company’s 43-acre campus was jumping with the familiar mix of rumbling engines and unfiltered energy as Glory Daze Motorcycle Show came alive once again. Months of heavy thinking and late-night hustle all came together the moment we opened the gates, and a sea of bikes and hot rods washed over the grounds along the Allegheny River. For one magical weekend every year, Pittsburgh gets to experience this dreamscape of rolling art and eccentric personalities all vibing to a shared fascination with custom machines. A living snapshot of motorcycle culture in motion.

Every corner of the festival grounds offered something to stop and stare at. Builders from all over North America rolled in, each bringing their own flavor to the mix, from lean choppers and far-out survivors to meticulously restored classics. Some bikes were flawless works of art, while others wore their patina proudly. Live music echoed from the Courtyard stage, stilt walkers swayed through the crowds, fire performers brought the heat, and the Ives Brothers Wall of Death was straight thrills, no chill. Tattoo artists and bartenders kept busy in the upper-level Taproom and Tattoo Lounge. Food trucks and vendors lined the pathways, selling everything from pierogies to thrifted digs and handmade goods. 

There’s a lot that makes this grassroots event so unique. I could ramble on about Friday night’s film screening, Saturday’s honky tonk afterparty, or the Racer’s Row vintage bike showcase. Even with all this, the real juice comes from the tribe itself. The community is what brings it to life. I often refer to the Glory Daze regulars as free-spirited weirdos, and I mean that with total respect. While the squares drift mindlessly toward a collective trance, these folks keep the spark of individuality alive. 

As always, big love to our wonderful team for keeping the dream rolling. I might spin the plans all year long, but the size and scale of our weekend festival require a tight, sharp group to bring it all together. Thanks to our presenting partners Iron City Beer and Torc Helmets, and event sponsors Uptahn Metalworks, Three Rivers Harley-Davidson, ServiceMaster Restore, Lowbrow Customs, Turner Dairy, Picasso Auto Body, Kelton Black Agency, and Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys. And of course, fist-bumps to Pittsburgh Brewing for continuing to host Glory Daze. It’s no secret that this craft is a flickering flame kept alive by builders, dreamers, and those putting their hands and hearts into the game. While the niche may be rare, it’s far from extinguished.

We’ll be back next year on the same groove with a fresh lineup of motorcycles, cars, bands, and a bag of new tricks. Follow along on our social pages and sign up for our newsletter in the website footer to keep it locked to the scene. See yinz again on September 19-20, 2026.

Peace + Love,
Kurt Diserio / event organizer