The Chrysler Nationals hosts a nice balance of vehicles of all brands and eras. And even though the Featured Vehicle Displays often focus on certain models due to various anniversaries and celebrations, we still make sure we have room to highlight anything from Ma Mopar. Basically, if it’s welcome on the Showfield, it’s eligible for consideration in the Featured Vehicle Display.

If you have a vehicle that you think should be featured, you are strongly encouraged to submit an application. The process only takes about 5 to 10 minutes but please be sure to have some good photos ready to upload (it’s as easy as attaching them to an email). You are welcome to contact the Event Manager Ed Buczeskie via e-mail if you have any questions.

Oh, and the more unique the vehicle is, the more we might be interested! If you think it’s special and should be highlighted at the show, we want to hear from you. The entire process is easy and can be done totally online at the following link: (Featured Vehicle Display - APPLY HERE)

2019 marks 50 years since Dodge took a major swing at NASCAR in the “aero wars” by introducing the 1969 Charger 500 and then the Charger Daytona. These two icons will be highlighted at the show with a special indoor display to celebrate this milestone. These are two of the rarest and most desirable Mopars and we’re throwing them a party to celebrate. Dodge took no prisoners when it came to winning!

The Aero Wars were heating up in 1969 and Dodge saw the flaws in their recently redesigned Charger. Aesthetically, the new Charger was perfect (at least we think it is!) but it wasn’t so great on the NASCAR super speedways of the era. The ‘69 Charger 500 was a huge step in the right direction but it was the Daytona that was totally outrageous.

Celebrating half of a century is a pretty big deal. In today’s world, it’s hard to believe that such a car would ever be built by a major automotive manufacturer. Dodge has a history of pulling out all of the stops to win and these cars are certainly proof of that. Dodge is also used to causing sanctioning bodies to rewrite the rules books, but we digress…

If you have a ‘69 Charger 500 or Daytona, we want you to apply for consideration for the (Featured Vehicle Application - APPLY HERE). It can be a factory-built street car or it can be a NASCAR racer...or a drag car even though that wasn’t the original intent of these cars. Beyond that, we’re also looking for beautiful restorations, Day 2 cars, Survivors and Barn Finds. Perhaps you have one with an old school psychedelic paint job? If so, we’d love to see it! Whatever it is, send it our way. For questions or to share leads, please contact event planner Ed Buczeskie direct via e-mail today or call 717-960-6416.

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Arguably the most popular factory street racer from Ma Mopar were the 1969½ A12 Road Runners and Super Bees. These bad boys are turning 50 in 2019 and we’re having a celebration for this milestone! We’re going to assemble as many production Lift Off Hood cars as we can. We’ll have classes for the A12 cars, one for the Road Runner and another for the Super Bee. We’ll also have a special indoor display with a variety of hand-chosen cars.

Every manufacturer has produced a bare bones street race at some point, but the A12 might have been the ultimate. It had everything a street racer needed and almost nothing that wasn’t needed. Yes, you could get some options that weren’t necessary for a race car but Chrysler was obviously paying attention to what the racers were doing.

Chrysler ditched the steel hood and hinges just like the racers did and added a fiberglass pin-on hood with a functional scoop. Wheel covers and trim rings won’t pass tech at most tracks so why make the customer buy them just to take them off at the track? A12s were meant to be street/strip cars so they went with the 440 wedge and a trio of Holleys. This was cheaper than the Hemi and less maintenance.

These rare B-Bodies are only going to turn 50 once so if you have a factory A12 car, you’re going to want to bring it to Carlisle in 2019. In addition to the Showfield classes, we will be looking for a variety of A12s for the indoor Featured Vehicle Display. We want the coolest cars for the inside display including Barn Finds, old school drag cars, modern drag cars and we also want some of the finest restored cars. To submit your A12 for consideration, please complete the (Featured Vehicle Application - APPLY HERE). For questions or to share leads, please contact event planner Ed Buczeskie direct via e-mail today or call 717-960-6416.

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We’re assembling a display of factory 440 Darts and Barracudas to celebrate these extremely rare A-Bodies as they turn 50 in 2019. For 1969, 640 Darts were assembled and about 340 Barracudas with the coveted “M” as the fifth digit of the VIN. To honor these awesome A-Bodies, we’re looking for as many factory examples as we can find for a special indoor feature.

Mr. Norm and his crew proved that you could fit a big block in the slightly larger 1967 A-Bodies when they shoehorned a 383 into a ‘67 Dart. For ‘69, Chrysler decided to put their biggest engine (displacement-wise) in the Darts and Barracudas when they built the M-Code A-Bodies with the 440. These were full on street cars as opposed to the ‘68 Hemi Super Stockers and could be bought by anyone who knew which box to check on the order form.

If you have a factory 1969 440 A-Body, we would like to hear from you, regardless of its condition. We want a wide variety for this display including Survivors, Barn Finds, vintage drag cars, current drag cars and, of course, fully restored examples. To submit your M-Code A-Body for consideration, please complete the (Featured Vehicle Application - APPLY HERE). For questions or to share leads, please contact event planner Ed Buczeskie direct via e-mail today or call 717-960-6416.

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We don’t usually cast such a broad net but we’re looking for almost any Mopar from 1969 for our “Summer of ‘69” display. For some it was the high water mark of the muscle car era and for some it was just the last year of a pretty wild decade. We just don’t want to let that decade slip by without paying homage to the fact that it was 50 years ago. We’ll be doing that with a special indoor display of 1969 model year Mopars.

This display welcomes anything from 1969. It can be stock or modified; modern or old school. Show us what the Summer of ‘69 means to you. This would be a great opportunity to show us your period-correct or Day 2 Mopars, whether they be restored to the era or still wearing parts and paint from back in the day. There aren’t too many rules for this feature.

If you have a ‘69 Mopar car, truck or van, we want you to apply for consideration for the indoor (Summer of ‘69 Display - APPLY HERE). The wilder, the better! Bone stock originals and restorations are also welcome to apply. For questions or to share leads, please contact event planner Ed Buczeskie direct via e-mail today or call 717-960-6416.

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Order yours today! We only have a few left after the wildly successful 2018 Chrysler Nationals and the Road Runner 50th Anniversary Celebration. If you were at the show but forgot to get one (or maybe you couldn’t attend this year), this could be your last chance to get one without paying way more on the various internet sites.

We created our own special logo for the celebration and you can find it boldly displayed on the roof of this Blue Fire Metallic (B5) Road Runner with white interior. All details are OE correct including the black hood with 440 6 BBL decal and black wheels with redline tires. Only 750 were produced and there are only a handful remaining.

These 1:64 scale collectible keepsakes cost $24.99 (shipping included). These are officially licensed by Chrysler and only 750 were produced. Most of them were sold during the event but we do have a few left...VERY FEW! You can get your piece of Road Runner history via Carlisle Overstock.

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Whether buying or selling, there’s no better place than the Chrysler Nationals’ automotive flea market. Vendors range from the biggest sellers of original, NOS and reproduction parts to hobbyists with a few leftover parts for sale. If you’re looking for the last few pieces to finish your latest project or you’re just getting started, you’ll find it all in the Chrysler Nationals Automotive Flea Market.

For more information or to purchase space, please contact us at 717-243-7855 or email info@carlisleevents.com.

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Learn more about Vending at Carlisle

Vendors are the back bone of all of our events and because of that, we want to make sure you’re getting the best bang for the buck. As such, we’ve implemented a few ways for you to save and benefit. New vendors or existing ones may qualify for the following:

• Early bird renewal discount of 5%
• Multi-show discounts up to 10%
• Free space opportunities; buy 2 get 1 free or…
• Buy 1 space, get 1 free
• Free specialty listing

For clear cut results in selling your merchandise, selling your car/cars or highlighted exposure for your company’s manufactured parts and/or accessories connect with Carlisle Events today to see if you qualify. Your shortcut to possible increased earnings at Carlisle Events, is by contacting Tim DeMark via e-mail or by phone at 717-243-7855 ext. 198.

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Over 300 Mopars are available for sale in the Chrysler Nationals Car Corral where everyone is able to personally inspect each car, meet with the seller, drive the vehicle and/or negotiate their own deal. Services on the fairgrounds to aid in your transactions include notary services, financing, appraisals and insurance vendors. If you want to sell a Mopar at Carlisle this year, don’t miss this opportunity to put your vehicle in front of 48,000 Chrysler enthusiasts!

We will even promote your car corral space and vehicle you are selling in it via our Social Media Showroom! Visit the link below for more details. For information or to purchase a car corral space, please contact us at 717-243-7855 or email info@carlisleevents.com.

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Do you want to let thousands of enthusiasts know what you are selling in your car corral space at Carlisle? It doesn’t matter what show you’re attending, if you’ve purchased a car corral spot, we’ve got a cool opportunity for you. Carlisle Events is offering you additional FREE exposure via our social media pages (Facebook and Twitter) to promote your presence at Carlisle.

The process is simple but does come with a few rules. First, e-mail no more than four (4) photos of your car to SocialShowroom@CarlisleEvents.com. When you do, please be sure to tell us your name, vendor number, show or shows that you’ve bought car corral space for and the important details about your vehicle that you’re trying to sell. In addition, please share with us your car corral space number. If you aren’t sure of it, we’ll look it up for you. This way, when we post the photos, we can encourage guests to visit your space during the event.

Once we’ve confirmed everything matches up, we’ll post your photos. Photos will be posted only once by Carlisle Events and will ultimately end up in a photo gallery dedicated to the Social Media Showroom. Only one post per registered space though. That means if you own one car corral spot, you can share one set of photos. If you have secured two car corral spots, you can share two sets of photos, three spots/three sets of photos and so on. Again, you MUST be a registered car corral participant to take advantage of this offer and photos will be posted only on the show page related to your purchase and the general Carlisle Events Facebook page. Photos will be posted once a week in an album specific to this program and will ONLY be posted within a 14 day window prior to the show.

Thank you for your support and good luck selling your ride via the additional exposure provided by the Carlisle Events Social Media Showroom.

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The Coolest Club award is based on the premise of the club tent being “THE PLACE” to be. Plan your theme and your decorations well for this year because there are multiple clubs vying for the honor.

If your club epitomizes the type of place where show goers and Carlisle staff alike want to hang out, then you stand a great chance of winning. We want to see lots of Mopar, Dodge, Plymouth, DeSoto, AMC and Jeep banners as well as other automotive-themed decorations. Be creative and have fun!

Congratulations to our 2018 Coolest Club Winner:
Elite Auto Club!

Mopar enthusiasts are some of the most social in the car hobby. With that fun and social enthusiasm, it should come as no surprise that there are many clubs in attendance at the Chrysler Nationals. In addition to the competition among the cars, there is a battle between clubs to see who has the most cars registered. As a bonus, we offer the use of a 20’ X 20’ tent to those clubs who register 25 vehicles or more. These tents are a great place to take a break and they make a great club headquarters for the weekend. Larger clubs may be eligible for a bigger tent. Contact us for details.

Congratulations to our 2018 Club Participation Challenge Winners:
1 - Pennsylvania Modern Mopar Group
2 - Long Island Mopars
3 - Chrysler 300M Enthusiasts

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David Rea will be attending the Carlisle Chrysler Nationals where you can meet and learn from him. David attended the show last year at the last minute and many attendees didn’t even know he was here...until they saw him walking around. This year, we have a plan!

David will be available to meet and greet his fans plus he is going to join in on the Restorers’ Roundtable seminar. That means you can talk to him one-on-one and you can attend the seminar where David and about half a dozen other top-notch Mopar restorers will answer YOUR questions. David is a wealth of Mopar knowledge and he is by far one of the easiest celebrities to talk to. Trust us, if you spend any time with him, you’ll quickly realize that he’s truly “one of us” and just loves to talk Mopars!

David Rea is the owner of DB Restorations, LLC, a Mopar only restoration shop in Creswell Oregon that specializes in 1968 to 1972 Mopar muscle cars and trucks. He is a self taught automotive restoration technician that has 30 plus years experience in this field. He was featured on 5 seasons of a popular Mopar restoration television show on the Velocity channel which helped him fine tune his skills in the field. David is strong in his faith and a true family man. He is an avid outdoorsman and enjoys a good hunting and fishing story as well as talking about his favorite topic, Mopars, of course!

Check out his website HERE.

The Mopar Hall of Fame has become an annual part of the Carlisle Chrysler Nationals and it's never too late to consider attending. The Hall of Fame is literally your once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to spend an evening with the legends of our hobby, mingling with them and hearing their stories directly from the source. In addition to the current inductees, former Hall of Famers return each year as well as other Mopar VIPs. Don’t read about it or hear it from someone else, live it!

The Hall of Fame inductions take place once again at the Radisson Hotel in near by Camp Hill, Pennsylvania on Saturday night of the event weekend.

The list of inductees 2018 inductees is noted below as well as background on each. The 2019 event will take place on the Saturday of Chrysler weekend! Make your plans today to be part of this historic night!

Class of 2018
Steven Juliano - Lifetime Achievement
Plymouth Rapid Transit System Caravan – Bob Laravee & Bill Moeller
Ernie Derr – Stock Car Driver
Scott Harvey – SCCA Racer
Randy Graves – SCCA Racer
Summers Brothers Racing Team – Bob Summers & Bill Summers
Tom Tiganelli – Chrysler Race Group Engineer
Bob McDaniels – Chrysler Racer and Product Planning
1968 Hemi Super Stock Package Cars
Read More About the Class of 2018

Mopar Hall of Fame

The show may officially begin on Friday but the fun starts on Thursday with the Kick-Off to Carlisle party hosted by Mopar Rebellion. It is held at the Carlisle Expo Center at starts at 4 p.m. The expo center is a block west of the fairgrounds and is easily accessible by foot. If driving to the kick-off, you can input 100 K St., Carlisle, PA 17013 into your GPS.

The Kick-Off features inexpensive food, music, great Mopars and more. It is free for participants and spectators! There’s no judging – just fun with well over 400 cars. Be sure to arrive early before all of the spots are gone. Check out Mopar Rebellion on Facebook for more details on a fun all-Mopar event.

It seems as though the RAMCHARGERS enjoy being at Carlisle as much as we enjoy having them at the show and for that reason we call them our “friends” rather than special guests. Even though they have become regulars at the Chrysler Nationals we can’t forget what this group has done for our hobby. They were pioneers on the track and in the office. They truly are legends in the Mopar world and we are honored to have them at the show each year. RAMCHARGERS members who frequently attend include Tom Coddington, Mike Buckel, Al Adam, John Wehrly, Dave Rockwell and Barns Danials.

 

We’re honored that the Golden Commandos have chosen to make the Carlisle Chrysler Nationals an annual stop on their schedule. These guys put the Plymouth brand in the winner’s circle many times over the years. They love meeting their fans and talking about the glory days of racing. They will be available to sign autographs and meet with fans all weekend. Commandos who regularly attend include Evan Ericson, Jim Hall, Ray Kobe and Warren Anderson. These legends are 2013 Mopar Hall of Fame inductees. See them at Carlisle and enjoy this very unique experience.

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No matter how long you’ve been in this hobby, there’s always more to learn. To help with that, we bring in some of the biggest names in the industry to teach and inform. Best of all, this knowledge is totally free to all attendees. Topics typically include restoration techniques, care and maintenance, engine building and most recently, how to choose the right oil for your Mopar.

Topics for the 2019 event will be announced closer to showtime! In the meanwhile, make your plans to be at the show by either buying a single day or weekend pass...OR registering your ride to be part of the LARGEST all-Mopar themed event in the world!

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This year, be sure to participate in the Real Street Shootout, taking place Friday of event weekend. It will begin with a Driver’s Meeting at 5 p.m. at the Autocross Track. Participants will have time to walk the track before the Shootout to learn the course. Once you take to the track, each participant will get three (3) runs and each run will consist of three (3) laps for the first round. After the first round, we will begin eliminations until we have our Top Three. The Top Three will then make one last run of three (3) laps and the fastest lap of that round will determine the overall winner of the Shootout.

No pre-registrations will be accepted. You must sign up in person at the show. Participation in the Shootout is FREE. Simply register at Guest Services on Friday but do it early because the Shootout is limited to the first 20 vehicles. The winner will receive a plaque and the Top Three finishers will each get a cash payout! If you want to have some fun on the track, this is your chance…and it’s FREE!!

Congratulations to our top three in 2018:
1 - Michael Rynkiewicz- 2013 Dodge Dart GT
2 - Markus Houser- 1998 Dodge Neon
3 - Joe Ehnes- 2015 Fiat Abarth

Based on the comments and the excitement at the stage, it appears as though the Daisy Duke competition is here to stay! We agree and with that being said, it will return! Grab your best pair of Daisy Dukes, maybe a tied-off plaid shirt and see if you can win the title and some cash. Please note, you must be 18 years of age or older to compete.

To Enter the Contest:
You must be 18 years or older to enter. As you arrive to the show, make your way to guest services to sign up. The contest begins Saturday around 5:30. Signups are allowed up until 30 minutes before the contest begins.

2018 Winners:
1 - Amy R.
2 - Brittany B.
3 - Amanda M.

Carlisle is proud to be the home of the biggest and best Mopar Survivor display anywhere! Thanks to the efforts of Mel Major we are able to bring 40-50 of the best examples of original, untouched and unrestored cars each year. This year, we once again want to showcase the best of the best. It doesn't matter if you're the original owner; all that matters is that you own an original car. To showcase your survivor, please contact Mel directly at mkmajor@verizon.net for more information.

If you’re not exhausted when you leave the Chrysler Nationals, it's your own fault! A&A Auto Stores, the Official Performance Parts Installer of Carlisle Events, will be offering performance exhaust installations from the top manufactures. Don’t miss this opportunity to GET EXHAUSTED at Carlisle!

Call Lewis today to schedule your appointment and make your ride sound great! Reach out now via phone at 570-313-0325 or by e-mail at customercare@aaautostores.com

If you missed A&A at the show, be sure to visit them ONLINE today for more information about their products, locations and more.  

The Carlisle Chrysler Nationals 2019 Event T-Shirt is now available! That's right, pre-order today and PICK UP at the event. Pre-orders will NOT be shipped, however this option allows you to insure that you get the size you want before it sells out at the show, plus it's at a DISCOUNTED price. This is all thanks to our apparel and merchandise partner, Green Mountain Monogram.  

When you visit the Carlisle Store (located within Building T), check out their wide variety of items for sale such as, materials specific to this show as well as shirts that feature the overall season schedule for Carlisle Events. 

Visit Green Mountain Monogram online for past year event t-shirts and more! 

Pre-order your shirt now and check out some of our NEW package deals that include the event t-shirt! Click HERE.

No Carlisle event would be complete without the burnout contest. “Carlisle King (or Queen) of the Hill” bragging rights are up for grabs at the Carlisle Chrysler Nationals. The winner will receive a cool trophy and a FREE Showfield registration for the 2020 event.

Burnout participation is limited to 10 showfield participants. Pre-register early with your driver’s license and proof of insurance at Guest Services during the event. Register onsite and good luck!

Congratulations to our 2018 winner, Kelly Wilson and her 2006 Dodge Magnum.  

Chrysler Nationals weekend is fun for the entire family and we haven’t forgotten about our next generation! In the Kids at Carlisle Activity Area, we give the kids a chance to be a kid! Draw on a real car, design their own poster or make their very own Kids at Carlisle Tee Shirt! If crafts aren’t their thing, spend some time on the play equipment. Don’t worry mom and dad…there are plenty of chairs to take a break and let the kids have some fun!

Come on in and check it out!

Activity Center Hours:
Friday: 9AM- 5PM
Saturday: 9AM- 5PM
Sunday: CLOSED

We were all there at one time or another – being the young person in the Mopar Hobby. Not only is the younger generation the future of the hobby, but we want to encourage them to participate and bring their fresh perspective. Currently, three different classes are offered: Rear Wheel Drive, Truck/Van/SUV and Front Wheel Drive/All Wheel Drive. The goal is to give the Young Guns an area where they can network with their peers and call special attention to their efforts. Classes are open to licensed drivers, age 16-25.

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Whether it’s for bragging rights, showing your ride to the Mopar faithful, or a photo for your display, the Carlisle Events Award Parade is a must-have for our participants. Professional photography is available at the parade ceremony and available on-site for purchase. Awards are presented Sunday at 12:00 PM during the Awards Parade in front of the stage.

If you cannot attend the parade, your award can be picked up Sunday between 9:00-12:00 PM. Carlisle Events will no longer provide shipping of awards at no cost. After the show you may pick up your award during regular business hours at the fairgrounds or we will ship awards for $15 each. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and hope you will join us on Sunday in celebrating the vehicles that are honored as winners.

Ladies and men alike always make a point to stop by the Chrysler Nationals Women’s Oasis tent and visit our amazing vendors, selling items from jewelry and accessories to handmade crafts and beauty products. Plus there are massages, seminars and special services offered by the vendors. The weekend schedule is featured in the event directory as is the exact location for the Oasis. If you're a regular at Carlisle, be sure to check the map, as Oasis locations may vary based on event.

Women's Oasis Vendor Application 2019

Carlisle Events promotes multiple events annually and many of them have a footprint to host you and your camper, RV or tent. Rates vary by event, but if you’re a collector car enthusiast and enjoy spending your non-show hours in something other than a hotel, consider camping at Carlisle. You’ll be positioned conveniently close to the excitement of the day. All camping is dry camping – no hook ups. With paid admission campers do have 24 hour access to the bath houses located at the Carlisle Fairgrounds.

Ultimately, prices, availability and amenities vary per show. For the Carlisle Chrysler Nationals, camping is located off-site in the Clay Street parking lot. All on-site options are sold out. The best way to find out complete details per show is to call Carlisle Events at 717-243-7855.

Camping Information

There are lots of classics onsite during event weekend but only one will win a special award from the Historic Vehicle Association, or HVA. Once again this year, the HVA recognizes the importance of event weekend and those who take part in it. For decades, immaculately restored vehicles have wowed spectators at large scale events like the Carlisle Chrysler Nationals. More and more, the ones that gain the attention of judges and enthusiasts alike are those that are essentially original.

No vehicle is completely “original.” But some cars do come captivatingly close. As such, the HVA now offers a Preservation Award, also known as the the FIVA Award. This award is now presented at many of the country’s most important events and was designed to both celebrate and acknowledge these one-of-a-kind vehicles.

Congratulations to the Preservation Award winner, Greg Qualls and his 1970 Hemi Challenger R/T SE.

HVA Comments on Mr. Qualls car: "It's in incredible, unrestored condition. Single family ownership and a fantastic history! Purchased new and owned its entire life by a Detroit Police Officer and Special Forces Veteran." Learn more about the HVA via the links below.

Award Criteria
Historic Vehicle Association
This Car Matters
Preservation Award

On the 7th day, we rest, right? Well, for the more than half a million guests and vendors that pass through the gates of the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds, that is very much true. Considering most vendors and car owners have been on-site for days leading up to any particular show, it’s easy to understand why they’d want to head out for their long trip home. With that in mind, Carlisle Events offers “Rear View Mirror Sunday.” This is THE perfect way to spend a laid back Sunday morning at Carlisle for those who have been around the show since the start. Maybe you just want to check out a snap shot of what the full-show was all about via the 12 p.m. awards parade (specialty shows only) or you’re looking for a last minute deal via the swap meet or car corral. Either way, with “Rear View Mirror Sunday,” you can enjoy the final moments and aspects of what surely was an amazing weekend. Parking is FREE in any Carlisle operated parking lot on Sunday and ticket prices are reduced from the standard admission of previous days.

While Sunday might not be the best place to start your show weekend, it sure is a great way to finish, especially if you’ve already walked every mile of the grounds, tasted every bit of food from our concessionaires and talked with many of the vendors in the swap meet and car corral. Contact Carlisle Events today at 717-243-7855 if you want to make a full weekend of it and be part of some of the world’s largest automotive events.

Sunday's will operate as follows:
Gates Open at 7 a.m.
All Buildings Used for the Event Open at 7 a.m.
Guest Services Opens at 8 a.m.
Vendor Services Opens at 8 a.m.