The rumble of engines and the shine of polished chrome will once again fill the air as the Freedom Biker Church Car & Bike Show returns to the area, offering more than a display of horsepower; it’s an invitation to community, connection and faith.
The event is set for May 30 from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Fort Bragg Harley Davidson at 3950 Sycamore Dairy Rd., drawing car enthusiasts, motorcycle riders, and families from across Cumberland County to celebrate a shared passion in an environment rooted in fellowship. Hosted by Freedom Biker Church, the show reflects a mission that extends far beyond the vehicles on display. For organizer T.J. Fisher, the difference is clear from the moment people arrive.
“What makes our Car and Bike Show truly stand out is our focus on sharing Jesus and spreading the good news of the gospel,” Fisher said. “While we’ll have plenty of beautiful cars and motorcycles to enjoy, our heart is centered on something deeper.”
That deeper purpose is woven into every part of the event. Alongside rows of classic cars and custom bikes, attendees will find a prayer tent open to anyone seeking encouragement or support. Information about the church will also be available for those interested in learning more about its outreach.
“Being able to enjoy great vehicles and fellowship together is a blessing, but pointing people to Christ is what it’s all about,” Fisher added.
Freedom Biker Church has built its identity around a simple but intentional mission: to meet people where they are. Often engaging with the biker community and those who may not feel at home in traditional church settings, the church has created a model of ministry that is visible, approachable, and grounded in relationships. According to Fisher, events like the Car & Bike Show are not just an extension of that mission; they are the mission in action.
“This event doesn’t just support the mission of Freedom Biker Church. It is the mission of Freedom Biker Church,” he said. “As our mission statement says, we strive to be visible, involved, available, and a friend in our community, introducing people to Jesus Christ because we want you to belong, to believe, and to become what God wants you to be.”
That philosophy shapes the atmosphere of the event, where conversations happen as naturally as admiration for a well-built engine. It’s a space where longtime riders, curious first-time attendees and families alike can gather without expectation or pressure, just an open invitation to connect.
Past events have drawn a wide mix of participants, from dedicated motorcycle clubs to local car collectors and community members looking for something different. But the organizers emphasize that the real draw isn’t just the vehicles, it's the environment.
“There’s a sense of fellowship here that you don’t always find at other shows,” Fisher said. “People come for the cars and bikes, but they stay for the connection.”
In addition to the main event, Freedom Biker Church extends an open invitation to the community beyond the show itself. The church, located at 455 Rock Hill Road in Vander, hosts weekly gatherings with a casual hangout beginning at 10 a.m. and service at 10:45 a.m., welcoming anyone interested in experiencing the community firsthand.
For Fisher and others involved, the ultimate goal is not measured in attendance numbers or accolades, but in impact.
“It is our hope that everyone who comes out truly enjoys themselves and has a great time taking in the cars, the bikes, and the fellowship that comes with it,” he said. “But more importantly than anything else, our prayer is that every person who attends walks away changed in some way that they leave closer to Jesus than they were when they arrived.”
He continued, emphasizing the event’s lasting purpose. “Whether that’s through a conversation, a moment in the prayer tent, or simply feeling the love of Christ through the people around them, our desire is that seeds are planted and lives are impacted for eternity.”
As anticipation builds, the Freedom Biker Church Car & Bike Show stands as a reminder that community can be built in unexpected places, sometimes between rows of engines and under open skies, where faith and fellowship meet.
“Because at the end of the day,” Fisher said, “it’s not just about the event, it’s about people encountering Jesus.”
For information, visit their Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/events/1296258725782978/

(Photo: Bikers gather at Freedom Biker Church event)