Massive Motorcycle/Car Convoys Expected In Canton

CANTON, CT — Canton motorists are being warned that the town will be flooded with classic cars and motorcycles during the day on Saturday.

Saturday is the headline event of the Cheshire-based Hometown Foundation's "Dread Ride Experience" weekend — a three-day festival from Friday to Sunday to benefit the foundation's charities.

That event will feature a "Dream Cruise" of classic cars/trucks as well as a "Dread Ride" featuring motorcycles.

While it originates from the Farmington Polo Club at 11 a.m., both convoys will go right through several area towns, including Canton, requiring a bit of patience from local drivers.

The Bike Walk Canton organization said the convoys will also impact hikers and bikers on the Farmington River Trail.

"You may experience a long delay crossing at River Road," wrote the organization. "Lots of people participate in this event. They probably will be going through between noon and 12:30 but this is a guess."

Local officials, including the Canton Police Department, are asking motorists to check a map of the route online if they plan on traveling through the area on Saturday.

For more information on the 'Dream Ride' weekend, including route maps, click on this link.

From Aug. 19: 'Massive Car Show, Cruise In Farmington To Benefit Special Cause'