Honda Homecoming
Agenda
Friday, July 29th
9:30am -Meet at Bob Evans in Dublin for Breakfast
Depart Dublin @ 10:30am drive to Marysville (Caravan or car pool)
11:00am- Visit the Welcome Center (Register for Honda Goldwing, shop for Honda merchandise)
12:00am- Honda Plant Tour (Acura TL, Honda Accord)
Update on the tour.
Must be 14+ years old and have closed toe, closed heel shoes. Basically, no sandals. Shorts may be worn. Of course, no cameras or recording devices are allowed, including cell phones or PDA's with cameras. Also, the all so trendy rubber bracelets (Live Strong, Breast Cancer, Nurses Week, etc) may not be worn and should not be in a pocket for the tour. At the tour tent they will have an area to ticket items and pick them up on your return.
Noon- Break for Lunch
Free time-Following lunch we will play it by ear. There are plenty of activities for you to choose from. We'll leave it up to you.
8:00pm- Rally point at BW3s in Dublin
8:15pm- Spirited drive back to the Homecoming
9:00pm-10:00pm Light Parade in Marysville
9:00pm-11:00pm- Welcome Home Party (Live Band)
Saturday, July 30th
10:00am- Rally Point @ (you guessed it) BW3s in Dublin
10:15am- Depart for another spirited drive back to the Homecoming (parking Pre-arranged)
10:45- 12:30 -Enjoy the festivities and food at the Homecoming.
12:30am- Arrive @ Jackson Collison Service for 2nd annual "Cruise in". There will be a $10 fee ($1 extra for sound system) to enter your car (Proceeds will benefit the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation
Food , games and prizes throughout the day.
4:00pm-Awards announced for Cruise in. (See below for awards)
6:00pm-Gold wing give away (See below for details)
Scott Evil will be looking into blocking rooms off. It might be difficult with so many motorcycles coming in. We'll keep you posted on what we find out. Be my guest to reserve you a room now if you wish. Chase is working on parking for Friday night and Popeye and I will work on a fun route to the Homecoming.( Twisty roads
)Friday afternoon has been left open. We could always hit SPEEDS or hit a place for a photo op. I think you 'll see once we arrive that there are plenty of things to get into. We wanted to give everyone an opportunity to have some free time to venture off on their own.
Attending Friday:
Rogue3308
Scott Evil
Mr Clean
Popeye
SENSIN03 (pm)
Ubetit (PM)
Liljapnboy(pm)
Efthimios (PM)
Soundzero(PM)
Strangedaze(pm)
Attending Sat:
Rogue3308
Scott Evil
Mr Clean
Ubetit
Popeye (?)
SENSIN03
Efthimios
Soundzero
David1
Reddog21
liljapnboy
spt-s2k
JAYS2000
M&MS2K
StrangeDaze
bullitt44(?)
Daily, 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM @ Welcome Center, Honda of America Manufacturing
Upon arrival at HomeComing, be sure to visit the Welcome Center for up-to-date activity listings, program changes and maps. Associates will be available throughout the day to answer questions and hand out information. The Welcome Center is also your stop for exclusive Honda HomeComing apparel and the place to sign up for the Gold Wing giveaway.
Friday, 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM @ Riding from Honda to Uptown Marysville, Union County
Residents of Union counties will once again treasure the sight of hundreds of motorcycles roaring through their community during the annual parade of lights. On Friday night, thousands of residents from the communities will line the parade route and cheer on the motorcyclists.
Line-up begins at the Marysville Motorcycle Plant with the rides departing at dusk. Marysville parade is slated for Friday. No registration required.
Saturday, 6:00 PM - 6:15 PM @ Drawing at Party Tent , Honda of America Manufacturing
The bike that has defined the Marysville Motorcycle Plant celebrates its 30th anniversary this year and to honor the best cruising bike in the world. Honda of America is going to give one away.
That's right! One lucky guest will win a all-new 1800 Gold Wing motorcycle. WINNER MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN.
Register at Welcome Center Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 7:30 a.m.~5:00 p.m.
Photo identification is required to register.
The winning ticket will be drawn at 6 p.m. during the closing ceremony at the big tent. The motorcycle will be delivered to the winner.
One entry per person. All participants must be 18 years or older. Honda associates and their affiliates are not eligible. Multiple entries by the same individual voids his/her chance to win.
Local Interests
Daily, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM @ Marysville, Union County
* Ravenhurst Winery
* Unique shops in Marysville, Richwood and Plain City
* Union County Historical Museum and Victorian Properties
* Houston House
* Richwood Civic Association Building
* Local artists displayed at About the House
* Quarter Horse Congress State Headquarters, Richwood
* Animals by Arletta, Stuffed life-like animals
Cool!
Saturday, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM @ 21013 Northwest Pkwy, Union County
Enter your car, truck and/or motorcycle in the 2nd annual Cruise' In located at Jackson's Collision Service located at 21013 Northwest Parkway just down the road from Honda....or just come out and enjoy the scenery.
There will be plenty to enjoy with Chuck Stelle and "C&S Sound" along with food by Rick's Grill & Co. (Crago's BBQ to Go) and games and prizes throughout the day.
Registration: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Registration fee: $10.00 (add $1 for Best Sound System)
All proceeds benefit the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation. Last year $3,000 was raised.
Awards: 4:00 pm
* 50 Plaques to be awarded
* Over 25 4' trophies
* One 8' trophy for Jackson's Choice
* Door Prizes, 50/50 drawing, raffle
For more information contact Jeff Colwell at 937-642-4686.
Demo Rides
Daily, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM @ Main Parking Lot, Honda of America Manufacturing
There is nothing like firing up a brand new Honda motorcycle. That is why Honda will once again provide HomeComing guests a chance to experience its products through demonstration rides. Honda motorcycles and ATVs will be available, as will smaller dirt bikes for kids. So come on out and feel the power. Adults must have a valid motorcycle license (no learner's permit), be 18 years of age, have a DOT approved helmet and eye protection, wear full-fingered gloves, a long-sleeved shirt, long pants and substantial footwear. The ATV demo rides will be available for guests ages 16 and older. Proof of age is required. Youths 7-12 who participate in the demos must be accompanied by an adult.
For more info:
Honda Website
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Sorry, I missed the gtg, guys. Just saw this post for the first time. Boy, do I feel outa touch w/out Internet for a few days.
I'm in for the parade and tour for sure. Anything above and beyond that is gravy to me.
I'm in for the parade and tour for sure. Anything above and beyond that is gravy to me.







