Well, hand it to good, old Hollister. It knows how to celebrate
the Fourth of July weekend. From the traditional to the
not-so-traditional.
Well, hand it to good, old Hollister. It knows how to celebrate the Fourth of July weekend. From the traditional to the not-so-traditional.
Nowhere can one find the down-home goodness of a kiddie parade to ring in the red, white and blue followed by a traditional fireworks display at night attended by thousands of young and old alike.
Then, mixed in with these American staples is a celebration of the so-called Hollister riot, a moment in time that established the birthplace of the American biker.
And, hand it to the Hollister Independence Rally Committee, law enforcement agencies, and most importantly, the more than 100,000 rally-goers who once again pulled off another successful biker rally.
The seventh annual affair was marked by another year of no major incidents to cause alarm, safety for the masses and a platform for everyone to enjoy themselves.
For many, the rally is an event that should go. For others, it’s an inconvenience. And for others, it’s an event that is only getting bigger and better with each passing year, known now as the fifth largest motorcycle rally in the nation.
What is so amazing about this happening that draws thousands upon thousands to our little corner of Central California during its three-day run, and a credit to its organizers, is that if one is of the mind to avoid the roar, it’s relatively easy to do so.
For those who want to stroll among the multitude of vendors stationed throughout downtown, it’s accessible to all. For those who want to wander the downtown district to motorcycle and people watch, there’s no better place.
It’s been seven years. A lot has been learned. A lot needs to be learned to drive this event forward into the future.
At this point, however, what is known is, whether the community wants the rally – which is another question altogether – the many people and agencies involved make it work.
