Join us in Chicago
over Labor Day Weekend
(August 29-September 1)
for
Can you believe we’ve been doing this for THIRTY years? Whether we first met in the campground across the highway from the Metallica concert back in 1995, or at last year’s “29 Heures d’Abattoir,” you know that Slaughterhouse is the Midwest's biggest, best, and longest-running scooter rally. Registration is limited to 250 scooterists, and more than 200 have already registered. Don't miss out on this historic event, register now!
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Registration:
Slaughterhouse 30 is SOLD OUT at 250 attendees.
We've been ridiculously clear (since April!) that this was likely to happen. Lo and behold, it did! There will be no on-site registration, only check-in for pre-registered attendees.
“But I didn't register!” Sorry, we simply cannot accept more registrations. You're welcome to attend any event as a guest/spectator, but unregistered guests may not participate in rides, meals, games, the concours, or the raffle. And we've got a robust merchandise table.
We would especially love to see you at the Genuine/Scooterworks USA/Scooterworks Chicago New Wave Dance Party on Friday evening, (a $10 cover benefits the rally and our charity). Tickets are available in advance or at the door.
The Flying Pig:
For the first time in many Slaughterhouses, you’ll have the opportunity to win a scooter; the “Flying Pig” built by Chicago Vespisti Garage. This tribute to Porsche's famous "Pink Pig" started life as a humble Genuine Stella. It's being completely rebuilt and packed with top-shelf performance components from our friends at Pinasco, PLCcorse and more, with a custom hand-made Slaughterhouse 30 seat from Selle NISA. ONLY registered participants at the rally are eligible to win.
Note: This is an artist's rendering, check out instagram or facebook for photos of the scooter in production!
T-Shirts & Apparel:
Slaughterhouse 30 T-shirts, scarves, and other goodies are available to order here. Older shirts are still available, too! These are printed on demand and will be shipped to you directly from the manufacturer within a week or so. Note: None of this merchandise will be available for purchase at the rally!
Charity:
For the past few years, Slaughterhouse has donated all our profits to My Block, My Hood, My City to ”inspire youth, empower communities, and build a better world one block at a time.” With your support, we’ve been able to donate almost $5000 over the last two years, and with a higher registration fee, the “Flying Pig,” and the general excitement around our thirtieth anniversary, we plan to donate even more this year. Thanks for your support of this great organization!
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Schedule
Our schedule is mostly nailed down, but all events, dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check our WhatsApp group. for last-minute changes.
Thursday, August 29
5:30-9pm Beat the Friday-night registration line and get first dibs at the limited merch! Early Arrivals can check in on Thursday night. We'll meet up at Pizzeria Serio, 1708 W Belmont Ave., for great NYC-style brick oven pizza (Order before 8pm if you're coming on the ride!) At 9pm sharp we'll depart for a tour of the perimeter of O'Hare Airport hosted by Vespa Club of Chicago. We'll watch some planes take off and land and visit the secret cemetery inside the airport. The ride will end around 11 at at Gene and Jude's Hot Dogs, 2720 N. River Road, River Grove. (Ride details)
Friday, August 30
3pm In town early? Have the day off? Join us for an exclusive tour of the mysterious Genuine Scooters/Scooterworks USA office and warehouse at 2700 W Grand Ave. (please park in back, 2705 Superior, as shown here.) We'll leave Genuine at 4pm we'll hop over to Liberation Kitchen,2054 W Grand Ave, Chicago, for snacks and Logan Arcade's pop-up arcade, then Tarnish, 1948 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, for some shopping, then visit our pals at Bucket O' Blood for books, DVDs, and records! (Ride details)
7:30-11:30pm Genuine Scooters, Scooterworks USA, and Scooterworks Chicago present the Slaughterhouse 30 New Wave Dance Party at Martyrs', 3855 N Lincoln Ave. featuring live music from B-52s tribute Planet Claire, plus The Cure, The Smiths, and more from The Handsome Devilz. If you're registered for the rally, you're on the guest list. If you're not registered tickets are $10 at the door or online in advance.. All are welcome. Event is 21+. Pick up your registration kit, catch up with friends, and dance this mess around!
11:30pm-1am Chicago Vespisti hosts the famous Slaughterhouse midnight ride through downtown Chicago. (Ride details)
1am The ride will end around 1am at Late Bar, 3534 W Belmont, Chicago (Avondale neighborhood), If you've got any gas left, stick around and dance with DJ Chaaank's "Electro*CRISIS" until 4am! (Discounted cover: $5 with wristband.)
Saturday, August 31
9:30-11:30am Breakfast tacos by New Rose Catering at Scooterworks Chicago, 5410 N Damen Ave. Have your scooter blessed in the denomination of your choice by our own Rev. Sean!
11:30am-3pm Big group ride hosted by Second City Scooter Society up the North Shore of Lake Michigan and back down the Boulevards of the West Side.(Ride details)
3-5pm Motoworks Chicago along with Pinasco, Nisa, and plccorse welcome you to a Pig Roast at Motoworks, 1901 S Western Ave. We'll have a full roast pig, sides, and a baked potato bar for the vegetarians.
5-6pm Group ride through Chinatown and Bridgeport with stop at the historic Union Stockyards gate for group photo. (Ride details)
6pm-midnight Saturday Night party, raffle, and scooter show at Marz Community Brewing Taproom, 3630 S Iron St, Chicago (Bridgeport neighborhood). Skill course, slow race, and Concours d'elegance start at 7pm. Raffle and awards at 10. Will you win the Flying Pig and other fabulous prizes? DJs @ivannariot, @this_margin_walker, and @mkultra.jpg will spin records all evening. Marz has a huge variety of beers, cocktails, seltzers, and non-intoxicating drinks. Taco Sublime (at Marz) serves amazing food. Just across the river lies Bridgeport, the Community of the Future, with other great dining options.
Sunday, September 1
9am Beat the heat and traffic with an early Lake Shore ride with Second City Scooter Society We'll start at Dark Matter Osmium, 1117 W Belmont Ave, come early for coffee.(Ride details)
Noon-5pm Join us at Native, 2417 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago (Logan Square neighborhood), for a reggae and soul dance party, featuring Rust Belt Boss Reggae and Heart of Chicago Soul Club. Try Surly Brewing's limited-edition "Slaughterhouse Lager" on tap! There are tons of take-out dining options in the neighborhood you can bring back to Native.
Map/Rides
Here's a map with all rally locations and ride routes marked. Routes and locations can be toggled on/off by selecting different layers.
Visit the "Rides"page for briefing times, departure times, routes, rest stops, and more info about our procedures.
More information
You must be registered and wearing a wristband to participate in all rides and events. Rides are for street-legal scooters capable of 35-ish mph.
License Plates:
If you ordered a license plate with valid IL vehicle registration, you should have it, if not, you can contact us to pick it up, or grab it at the rally. You may legally display your plate, COVERING your existing plate, throough Labor Day.
If you ordered a plate without assigning it to a vehicle, bad news, the state WILL NOT release them until they expire Sept 3, so we're going to have to mail them after the rally. Sorry. We'll contact you.
Lodging
Our official rally motel is the Ohio House, a vintage motel in the River North neighborhood, right near the Loop, Michigan Avenue, and many tourist attractions.
Update: as of August 13, The Ohio House is full, you might want to try another old favorite, the Heart O’ Chicago up in Andersonville. That's closer to the Thursday/Friday stuff but farther from the Saturday/Sunday stuff. Check the facebook event discussion to find more suggestions.
Health
Stay hydrated and sunscreened. Covid's still an issue. If you're sick, feeling sick, or have been exposed to sick people, or in an environment with a high risk of infection, please stay home, in case of illness, we'll mail you your goodie bag at no charge.
Yes, some events are at locations that serve alcohol. Yes, weed is legal here. That's not a license to ride intoxicated. Don't do it. Don't let friends do it. Let us know, we will help get you and your scooter home safely.
Parking
Parking can be tricky depending on the neighborhood. Automobile parking is forbidden on many residential streets without a resident permit, though scooters with a Chicago tax tag can park on any residential street. Scooter parking on the sidewalk is generally forbidden, but we've got permission to park on the sidewalk at most rally venues. Most streets are metered, and both scooters and cars need to pay for parking. The mobile app is easy to install and use. If you're trailering, we’d suggest parking your rig for free in an industrial zone or in the outskirts of town (use a hitch lock!) and ride your scooter all weekend. Ask on the facebook event discussion or email us for suggestions near your accomodations.
Disclaimer
This rally is organized by a loosely-knit and ever-changing group of hardworking volunteers who do it solely for your entertainment and for the benefit of the scootering community. Please understand that the individual organizers, sponsors, and venues accept no liability for damage, theft, loss, or injury. To participate in this event, you must sign the waiver stating you've chosen to accept accountability for any risks incurred. If you don’t sign the waiver, you’re are not a Slaugterhouse participant. If you’re not willing to be responsible for your actions, respect others, and follow the rules, please stay home.