- Early bird tickets are live from September 12
- 50 percent bigger venue than last year
The India Bike Week (IBW) will return to Panchgani on 4 and 5 December 2026. The 13th edition of the motorcycle festival will feature a larger venue, expanded riding activities and the IBW Town Takeover initiative, which will extend the event beyond the festival grounds and into Panchgani and its surrounding areas.
The 2026 edition will be held at a venue that is 50 per cent larger than last year’s location. According to the organisers, the expanded space will offer more parking, grass-covered areas and room for visitors, while reducing dust levels. The organisers have also highlighted Panchgani’s hill roads and riding routes as part of the overall festival experience.
What to expect at IBW 2026
The festival will feature four dedicated racetracks, with participants competing for a total prize pool of up to Rs 12 lakh. The Stunt Arena will also return with a stunt showcase, including a special performance by an international athlete.
The Jameson Ginger Ale X IBW Bike Build-Off Competition will give amateur builders 50 days to customise motorcycles within a specified budget. The winning builders will receive a Harley-Davidson X440T and mentorship from Harsh Man Rai, Anand Dharmaraj and Shail Sheth. The final winner will also travel to the Adventure Bike Rider Festival 2027 to showcase their design.
Other attractions will include The Big Trip, which will feature stories from global overlanders, along with The Misfits Collection and the Mod Bike Competition. The festival will also host official after-parties across Panchgani as part of the Town Takeover.
Riders travelling to the festival can also participate in organised rides from cities including Bengaluru, Kochi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Delhi and Ahmedabad. IBW will additionally offer an Arrive and Ride initiative with cargo carriers for motorcycle transportation to Pune and Satara.
The festival campsite will offer accommodation close to the venue, including cliffside views, SUV camper spaces and permanent toilet facilities. Meanwhile, the IBW Expo will feature more than 100 retailers selling riding gear, accessories, motorcycle products and upgrades.
India Bike Week 2026 ticket prices
Early Bird ticket sales will begin on 12 September 2026 and will be limited to the first 3,000 buyers. Prices start at Rs 1,999 for a Day Pass, while the Weekend Pass is priced at Rs 2,799. The Platinum Pass costs Rs 7,000 and includes VIP access, complimentary food and beverages, VIP parking and an IBW kit.
The organisers are yet to announce the complete music line-up, speakers and details of new motorcycle launches planned for the event.
