Thousands poured into the streets of Sturgis, South Dakota for 10 days of mask-free celebrations.
to stop the annual rally, even during the pandemic, because of South Dakota’s lack of coronavirus restrictions and pressure from community businesses.
While masks are recommended at the rally by organizers, they aren’t required, and photos from the rally’s opening day show few attendees wearing them as they eschew social distancing guidelines to form large crowds., a Sturgis city spokesperson told CNN. Motorcyclists drive down Main Street during the 80th Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally Friday in Sturgis, South Dakota.People cheer during a concert at the Full Throttle Saloon during the 80th Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally on Friday, with little social distancing or face masks to be seen.A coronavirus-themed Sturgis shirt hangs outside of a store as people walk by during the rally.Johne Riley walks down Main Street showing off his chest painted with a portrait of President Donald Trump.
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