Port Dover Friday the 13th
The event is made possible through the Kinsmen Club of Port Dover and the Port Dover Board of Trade, with support from Norfolk County. Read more at PD13.com.
5 tips for a safe and memorable Friday the 13th
Video transcriptOne: Chart your journey.
Whether you’re attending from near or far, plan your trip to and from Port Dover. Take your time and drive safely, as County roads may be busier than usual.
Two: Secure your spot.
Check the event map before you arrive. Motorcycle parking is only available in certain areas and is not permitted on designated streets. With the large number of visitors, vendors, and bikes in town during the event, parking in permitted areas ensures our fire, paramedic, and police teams have fast and direct access to residential and business areas in an emergency.
Three: Embrace the rumble.
The streets of Port over will be alive with the sounds of engines, music, and spectators. Share the road, be patient and courteous.
Four: Prioritize safety.
Friday the 13th has grown in popularity since it started more than 40 years ago, attracting large crowds year after year. Keeping the event safe and enjoyable for you, your fellow riders, and residents is everyone’s top priority. Do your part. Follow event guidelines. Obey the rules of the road. Drink responsibly and drive sober.
And, five: Honor the host.
Let’s thank the community of Port Dover. Please show your respect for residents, their families, and their property while you visit. So, don your gear, ride smart, and make the event one you will remember.
See you in Port Dover.
For maps and event information, visit NorfolkCounty.ca/PD13.
Event map
View the 2024 Port Dover Friday the 13th event map (PDF)
Parking
Motorcycle parking is only available in certain areas and is not permitted on designated streets. With the many visitors, vendors, and bikes in town during the event, parking in permitted areas ensures our fire, paramedic, and police teams have fast and direct access to residential and business areas in an emergency.
Check the event map for locations.
Street closures
NorfolkCountyBy-Law2024-73 allows temporary street closures for public safety, except for emergency and service vehicles.
From 12 p.m. on Thursday the 12th until 4 a.m. on Saturday the 14th:
- Main Street from Nelson Street to Walker Street
- Chapman Street West from Main Street to St. Andrew Street
- Chapman Street East from Main Street to St. Andrew Street
- Market Street West from St. George Street to Main Street
From 3 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. on Friday the 13th:
- Nelson Street East, from St. Patrick Street to Highway 24
- Greenock Street West, from St. George Street to Richardson Drive
- Richardson Drive, from Nelson Street West to Greenock Street
- Main Street from Clifford Street to Nelson Street
Shuttle bus
Shuttle buses will be provided by the Port Dover Kinsmen. Pickup and drop-off points are at the Port Dover Kinsmen Hall and Chapman Street, midway between Main and St. Andrew.
Check the event map for locations.
Food and refreshments
The Kinsmen Club of Port Dover provides food, refreshments, and beer tents during the event. Check the event map for locations.
Food and refreshment vendors follow the Norfolk County Municipal Alcohol Policy and Alcohol Gaming Commission guidelines.
Merchandise
Vendors will be set up on Main Street, between Chapman Street West and Walker Street. Check the event map for locations.
Washrooms
Portable washrooms and wash stations are available throughout Port Dover’s downtown area. Check the event map for locations.
Camping
Camping during the event is provided by:
Check the event map for locations.
Upcoming dates
- 2024: September 13, December 13
- 2025: June 13
