Greetings from the 2025 Ponoka Rally Committee,

This year’s Rally theme is 70 years of Yamaha!  We have never highlighted Yamaha at Ponoka so are really pleased to showcase Yamaha and its storied history.  The tuning fork gives away this marque’s early roots, but it was in 1955 that the Yamaha Motorcycle Division was created which set this Company on a path rich in innovation, racing and impressive successes on the show room floor.  Come share those memories, the two-stroke smells and relive again what “Revs Your Heart” making Yamaha what it is today.

All marques and vintages are welcome at the Ponoka Rally so come out July 25-27, 2025, and have some fun, rides and food with us. Same location as always, Ponoka Stampede Grounds, Ponoka, Alberta. Canada. The best way to register and get t-shirts is to go online at www.cvmg.ca and get to the events tab. Keep in mind that early registration ends on June 30^th, along with t-shirt orders!

Camping is always free so come set up early and experience the roads, attractions and hospitality that is Ponoka and Central Alberta.  Ask the locals about that special route to enjoy or hidden away diner that is waiting out there. 

What do I get for my $65?  Participation in the swap meet, Potluck/Chili Cook-off Friday night. NORAL Meet and Greet, Saturday Rides, Show and Shine, Full course catered supper and test your knowledge of motorcycle jeopardy for bragging rights; Sunday morning breakfast, awards and presentations and door prizes. Things wrap up around noon Sunday, so you have time to get back home to get ready for another week.  The facilities are safe and impressive, it’s paved, the Stagecoach Saloon is spacious, and the covered mezzanine is huge enough for your pampered ride to stay safe from the elements.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Friday, July 25^th

• 2PM. Tailgate swap meet will kick things off Friday and goes all weekend. Register, set up your bikes or parts and enjoy the weekend! No cost for the swap meet but we do ask that you register for the Rally. If you show up early, you may be put to work on table set-up.
• 6PM.Potluck Supper and Chili Cook-off gets underway around 6pm. People usually bring what they can, but don’t feel you need too, we always have lots of food!

Saturday, July 26^th

• 8AM. The day starts off with the NORAL sponsored Meet and Greet! Come enjoy coffee, light breakfast and some tasty treats! Registration table will be open until noon.
• 11AM. We have the Poker Run and the Century Pin Ride returning again this year. Rides include a map, and the route is clearly marked with the intent being to ride in small safe groups and at your own speed. There is usually at least one gas stop on the 200km round trip. Poker hands are $10 cash/per hand with all funds paid back out to riders. CVMG Century Pin Ride is no charge and follows the same route.  You must be a current CVMG member to qualify, details on the website or talk to organizers. Sweep truck provided.
• 2PM-5:30PM Show and Shine. You have plenty of time to do the runs AND get back in time to enter the Show.  Looking to have a class for bikes that actually ride into the Rally this year.
• 6:30PM. Catered Supper.  By Bob Ronnie Catering.  There are supper tickets ONLY available for $45. There is always enough variety to the menu to satisfy your culinary needs.  If this is an issue get in touch with the organizers. Kids 12 and under eat FREE.
• 8:30PM Motorcycle Jeopardy. Think you know your motorcycle trivia or Yamaha history? Pit yourself against some of the best around. Teams of five.
• After Jeopardy, hang around with friends new and old in the Stagecoach. We used to do music and bands on Saturday night but …. We’re old now, though open to impromptu jams!

Sunday, July 27^th

• 8:30AM. Full breakfast
• AWARDS, Presentations and Door Prizes
• 11AM-NOON. CLEANUP and Goodbyes. Remember Dogs are Welcome, but they must be on a leash! 

Ride Safe, we want to see you next year!

Your 2025 Ponoka Rally Committee,

Bill Hoar

Cell 403.783.6946

INFOCVMGCENTRALAB@GMAIL.COM