6th Annual Virginia Black Expo // The Bike & Car Show
For The
Culture.
On Twos.
Chrome. Paint. Power. Presence. A high-energy Bike & Car Show activation inside the Virginia Black Expo — built around the riders, builders, vendors, and culture that move Virginia forward.
2026
– 6:00 PM
Station, RVA
The Activation
The marketplace.
The movement.
The moment.
The Virginia Black Expo is the premier showcase of Black-owned businesses, leaders, and cultural innovators across the Commonwealth. Now in its sixth year, it brings together creators, entrepreneurs, partners, and supporters for a full day of connection, commerce, and celebration.
BLKThrottleCo brings the Bike & Car Show — a crowd-pulling feature designed to drive foot traffic, deliver culture-forward visibility, and give attendees something unforgettable to pull up for. Chrome. Paint. Power. Presence.
Bike & Car Show
Where horsepower
meets heritage.
Three feature lanes inside one signature day — built for riders, builders, families, founders, and everyone who shows up for the culture.
The Riders.
A showcase for crews, custom builds, and the motorcycle culture BLKThrottleCo was created to amplify. Two wheels, three throttle bars, one community.
The Builds.
Custom cars, old-school energy, standout paint, and community pride parked exactly where everyone can see it.
The Scene.
Food, music, shopping, vendors, photo moments, networking — a full-day experience for families, founders, and supporters.
Trophy Classes
Five classes.
One crown.
Vehicles will be judged across five trophy classes by our celebrity panel led by featured judge Tiffany Rene. Bring your best.
Best in Show Car
Judges’ top pick from the car showcase — paint, build, presence.
Best in Show Bike
Judges’ top pick from motorcycle row — craftsmanship, originality, attitude.
Heavy Weight Audio
Loudest, hardest-hitting sound system on the lot — judged within set decibel limits.
Light Weight Audio
Cleanest tuning and clarity at lower wattage — precision over volume.
Crowd Favorite
Voted on by Expo attendees throughout the day. The crowd decides who took it home.
Day-Of Schedule
The run of show.
All times Eastern. Subject to refinement closer to event day.
Special Guests & Featured Talent
The lineup
pulls weight.
DJ Akademiks
VABCC's house DJ — heavy in the bike community. Anchors event energy, mic moments, and trophy reveals all day.
Tiffany René
Rider-centered voice leading the judging panel across all five trophy classes.
Donk Ryde or Die
Custom car culture with big-body presence and the kind of energy that turns a show into a scene.
Vendor Registration
Sell where
the crowd shows up.
High-traffic, high-visibility audience of shoppers, entrepreneurs, community leaders, and supporters actively looking for Black-owned brands, products, services, food, and experiences.
Apply
Complete the vendor form with your business and offering.
Prepare
Bring your best display, lead capture, and inventory.
Pull Up
Showcase your brand at Main Street Station on Expo day.
Sponsorship
Put your brand
where culture moves.
Four tiers built around the trophies people remember. Co-branded with VABCC. Custom add-ons available — reach out and we'll tailor it to your category.
- Entry tier — open
- Logo on step & repeat
- 1 vendor stall
- Gift bag inclusion
- Listed in event program
- ~5 slots available
- Logo on step & repeat
- 1 vendor stall
- Gift bag inclusion
- MC mention during show
- Listed in event program
- Social tag in event recap
- 5 available — 1 per class
- Name on the trophy itself
- Present the award on-mic
- Logo on step & repeat
- 1 vendor stall
- Gift bag inclusion
- MC mention at award moment
- Social tag in winner posts
- 1 premier slot available
- Show named after sponsor
- Premium step & repeat logo
- Logo on all printed signage
- 2 vendor stalls (premium spot)
- Multi-item gift bag inserts
- MC + DJ shoutouts all day
- Co-branded social spotlight
- Logo on registration page
Frequently Asked
Before you
pull up.
Is the event free to attend?
How do I register my bike or car for the show?
Is there a registration fee for vehicles?
Where do I park if I’m attending as a spectator?
Can I become a vendor even if I’m not in automotive?
How do I sponsor a specific trophy class?
For The Culture. On Twos.