The Hunter's motorcyclists are shining their bikes and putting the finishing touches on their costumes, in time for an event which has been putting smiles on the faces of disadvantaged children for over 40 years.
The Bikers for Kids Toy Run will see about 8000 motorcyclists turn the ignition at Stockton's Ballast Park at 10am, cruising to Wickham Park in time to meet community members for a fun day out.
The park will come alive with Christmas cheer - expect to see amusement rides, food trucks, markets, competitions and the raffle of a Nemesis XY400 motorbike worth $6000.
Newcastle rock legend Grant Walmsley will take to the stage with the GW Freebird Blues Band and there'll be a series of fun prizes on offer.
However, the main focus of the event is a toy drive for the Salvation Army.
Last year, the Toy Run benefited over 4000 local families, and Bikers for Kids Chairman Daryn Young is hoping people will again be generous.
"It's for the kids who don't get the Christmas presents on Christmas morning - every kid deserves a smile on their face."
2NURFM's very own Kev Kellaway will be manning the microphone as Master of Ceremonies.
"I've ridden in the Toy Run for several years now and there's a wonderful feeling of goodwill and charity throughout the ride. It's a pleasure to assist the Bikers for Kids and Salvation Army, who help so many families throughout the Hunter," Kev said.
All toys donated should be unwrapped and suitable for children up to age 14. The event is running 10:30am - 1:30pm at Wickham Park, Sunday 2nd December.
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| Kev Kellaway joins the Bikers for Kids team, suited up and ready to go. Visitors are encouraged to don their own capes and wear undies on the outside. |
