Ride 4 Rescues: A Day Of Fun For Pets And Community

Statesville, North Carolina — When passion for pets and love for the open road came together, it created something truly special. Host Matt Wilder and Tilley Harley-Davidson invited the community to join Ride 4 Rescues, an event that blended engines, music, and purpose for a cause that mattered.

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Kayla at the reception desk in a Harley-Davidson store. In the background, there are various merchandise displays and products for sale.

Inside a Harley-Davidson dealership, several motorcycles are displayed prominently. The interior is well-lit, showing various styles and colors of bikes. People are admiring the motorcycles and exploring the merchandise.

A row of parked motorcycles in a sunny outdoor setting with trees in the background.

The day began at Iredell County Animal Services from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Attendees met adoptable pets, connected with shelter staff, and made donations to enter the show. It was an opportunity to support local animal welfare efforts and help keep pets with the families who loved them.

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A police officer stands next to a motorcycle, while a man bends down to pet a leashed dog on a sunny day.

Motorcycles parked in a row with riders standing nearby, under a blue sky with fluffy clouds and colorful autumn trees in the background.

After the morning stop, the ride continued to Tilley Harley-Davidson at 1226 Morland Drive in Statesville for a Car and Bike Show from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The afternoon was filled with great music, beautiful rides, and local flavor. Sean Mettler performed live, and guests enjoyed food and drinks from favorites such as Boondogglers Brewing and Homestead Hotdogs.

Sean Mettler performing live on stage with an acoustic guitar outside Tilley Harley-Davidson in Statesville, North Carolina, as part of the Ride 4 Rescues event.

Drivers reserved spots in the VIP lot for $15, giving them a chance to show off their vehicles and be part of the excitement. All proceeds benefited the Iredell County Animal Services Community Pet Food Pantry, which helps local families care for their pets.

A pink car decorated with breast cancer awareness ribbons parked at a car show, with a stuffed animal visible in the driver's seat.

A bright yellow car with its hood open, showcasing an engine, parked in a car show setting with other vehicles in the background.

A black Buick car with the hood open, showcasing the engine, parked beside another vintage vehicle outdoors.

A red convertible car parked with its hood open, showcasing the engine, surrounded by trees and other vehicles in a parking lot.

A classic green Ford Mustang from the late 1960s displayed with its hood open, showcasing the engine, parked in a community event setting with colorful autumn trees in the background.

A black Chevrolet Corvette showcasing its design with the hood open, parked outdoors at a car show. A display sign in front provides information about the vehicle.

A silver Cadillac sports car with the hood open, displaying the engine, parked on a driveway. An older man sits in a chair beside the car, enjoying the event.

A person sitting on a blue motorcycle in a parking lot with other motorcycles visible in the background and a clear blue sky.

Two motorcycles parked with an American flag in the background, featuring a yellow bike and a black bike with a rider standing nearby.

Custom handcrafted awards by C’s Engraving were presented at 4:00 p.m., celebrating standout cars, bikes, and trucks of every make and year. Spectators were welcome, and general parking was available for those not participating in the VIP area.

With two exciting stops, live entertainment, and a shared mission of compassion, Ride 4 Rescues was a memorable day for the entire community.

Sponsors included Iredell County Animal Services, Koffee and Kars, Boondogglers Brewing, Sean Mettler, Erin Rooney Photography, and C’s Engraving.

For more information, visit www.tilleyhd.com.