World’s Largest Handmade Bicycle Show, world record in Portland, Oregon
Portland, Oregon, United States--The MADE Bike Show is a community-focused event that takes place in Portland, Oregon, featuring not only bike displays but also workshops, films, and demonstrations, and sets the world record for the World’s Largest Handmade Bicycle Show, according to the WORLD RECORD Academy.
"The world's largest handmade bicycle show is MADE, which is held annually in Portland, Oregon. (AI Overview)
"Another major contender is Bespoked, which holds events in the UK, Japan, and Germany and has been described by some as the biggest handmade bike show, according to Bespoked. The next MADE show is scheduled for August 21–23, 2026, at Zidell Yards in Portland."
- MADE: This show in Portland, Oregon, is recognized by sources like Bike Magazine and Bicycle Retailer & Industry News as the world's largest handmade bicycle show.
- Next Event: August 21–23, 2026, at Zidell Yards in Portland, Oregon.
- Highlights: The 2025 event had over 6,500 attendees and more than 200 builders and brands. The 2026 show is expected to have an expanded floor plan and new activations.
- Bespoked: This organization hosts major handmade bike shows in the UK, Japan, and Germany.
- Upcoming Event: The next UK show is scheduled for April 24-26, 2026, in Peckham, UK.
- Other Events: Bespoked is also holding an inaugural show in Japan in September 2026 and has held events in Dresden, German.
"Small builders. Expert engineers. Weirdos with home workshops. Talented creators cranking out innovative designs. From raw tubes to totally off-the-wall builds, every maker who exhibits at BESPOKED brings something unique to the table.
"Held thrice a year – once in the UK, once in mainland Europe, and now in Japan – BESPOKED brings the best makers and creatives in the world together for two can’t-miss events that champion the craft of framebuilding and inspire visitors and fellow fabricators alike," the Bespoked reports.
"Become a part of BESPOKED’s vibrant bike community. You’re invited to participate in three jam-packed days of exciting talks, shop visits, group ride-outs, post-show parties, creative competitions, and so much more."
"MADE, the world’s largest handmade bicycle show, is already planning how to make the show bigger and better for next year and has just announced its dates and location for 2026. It should come as no surprise that the event will return to Zidell Yards in Portland, Oregon, from August 21 to 23, 2026," the
Bike Mag says.
"The iconic venue has been the home to MADE since its inception, and it would be a shame to break tradition. Despite Zidell Yards being the target for a proposed 32,000-seat stadium, MADE has secured the venue for another year, as there are no current prospects of Portland being home to an MLB team anytime soon.
"MADE 2025 was an absolutely incredible event, bringing together over 6,500 attendees, along with more than 200 builders and brands from around the world.
"Surfing the wave of energy that poured out of the 2025 show, MADE 2026 is poised to grow even more. By expanding its floor plan and introducing new activations, group rides, and more, MADE 2026 is going to be one for the ages, and you won’t want to miss it. Each year, MADE learns from the last event and does an incredible job of making the event even better, and with 2025 being an unbeatable experience, I’m already hyped for what is to come next."
The Perfect Venue for Handcrafted Excellence
"Zidell Yards turned out to be the ideal setting for celebrating hand-built bicycles. The venue - a former barge assembly facility - features massive industrial buildings with steel I-beams everywhere," the Cane Creek says.
"The dimly lit spaces, uneven poured-concrete floors showing serious wear and patina from decades of use, created the perfect backdrop for showcasing hand-built bikes. There's something poetic about displaying the finest examples of cycling craftsmanship in a space that itself tells the story of American manufacturing heritage.
"The show was much bigger than I expected, though I'm not sure why I anticipated something smaller. The handmade bike segment is exploding, and MADE 2025 proved it. The number of small frame builders who showed up was incredible, each bringing unique approaches to bicycle construction using materials ranging from steel and aluminum to titanium - and even wood."
"MADE, the
world’s largest handmade bicycle show, is already planning how to make the show bigger and better for next year and has just announced its dates and location for 2026. It should come as no surprise that the event will return to Zidell Yards in Portland, Oregon, from August 21 to 23, 2026," the
Yahoo! Life reports.
"The iconic venue has been the home to MADE since its inception, and it would be a shame to break tradition. Despite Zidell Yards being the target for a proposed 32,000-seat stadium, MADE has secured the venue for another year, as there are no current prospects of Portland being home to an MLB team anytime soon."
"The MADE Bike Show is the world's largest annual exhibition of handmade bicycles, showcasing custom-built bikes from builders and brands worldwide. It is a community-focused event that takes place in Portland, Oregon, featuring not only bike displays but also workshops, films, and demonstrations.
"The show provides a platform for builders to connect with each other and with the public, fostering collaboration and inspiration within the handmade bicycle industry." (AI Overview)
Event details
- What it is: The largest show for handmade bicycles globally, celebrating craftsmanship and the community behind it.
- What it features: Hundreds of unique, custom-built bicycles from over 200 builders and brands, along with workshops, demonstrations, and films.
- Where it is: Zidell Yards in Portland, Oregon, a former industrial waterfront area.
- Who attends: Builders, industry professionals, and the general public interested in unique and custom bikes.
- Community focus: The event emphasizes the importance of community for builders who often work in isolation, providing a space for them to connect, share ideas, and inspire one another.
- 2026 dates: August 21–23, 2026.
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