Wild Bill's, the massive Duluth nightclub known for country music, fight nights and comedy performances, is opening its doors for a Gwinnett charity tradition.

Though the 14th annual Ride to Live —- a police-escorted motorcycle ride through Gwinnett County that raises money for diabetes research —- starts Saturday morning, Wild Bill's is starting the fund-raising even earlier with a kickoff party on Friday night.

Featuring rock bands Skid Row, Rockets to Ruin and The Luchagors, the event will be both a VIP party for top donors and a "pass-the-bucket" fundraiser for the American Diabetes Foundation.

General admission tickets are $20 at the door or $14 advance. Reserved seating ranges from $25 to $100. Doors open at 7 p.m. The show starts at 8 and Skid Row takes the stage at 11 p.m.

Information: 678-473-1000 or www.wildbillsatlanta.com.