The 50th annual Blessing of the Bikes will take place once again as the community of Baldwin , will host thousands of motorcyclists.

The event is always held the third Sunday in May, which falls on May 15 this year. Bikers gather at the Baldwin Municipal Airport and receive a blessing for a safe riding season.

The event started in 1972 with four bikes.

Since then the Blessing of the Bikes has grown into a weekend-long community gathering that includes fundraising, music, vendors and contests.