Big Harley weekend set

Monday, Aug. 11, 2003 | 8:13 a.m.

The 100th anniversary of Harley-Davidson will be celebrated in Las Vegas from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday at Las Vegas Harley-Davidson on 2605 S. Eastern Ave.

Saturday's festivities include live music, a biker baby contest, hot dog eating contest and a $5,000 Poker Run.

In addition, Fremont Street will host a pre-"Ride Home" rally, featuring opening remarks by a representative of Harley-Davidson Motor Co., and a concert with Marshall Tucker Band and Paul Revere and the Raiders, beginning at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 18.

Also, Aug. 19 is the "100th Anniversary Ride Home" -- a 10-day trek from Las Vegas to Harley-Davidson headquarters in Milwaukee.

Admission is free. For information, call 431-8500 or go to lvhc.com.

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