Come to the largest Mopar event in the world featuring over 2,800 vehicles from all eras of the Chrysler brand! Classic, muscle cars and high performance new models are all showcased at this Mopar-lover's paradise. Cars, parts, tools, memorabilia, collectibles and more will be for sale in the Mopar Automotive Flea Market, as well as the latest and greatest products within the Manufacturers Midway. Scroll down to learn more about what's going on at the Carlisle Chrysler Nationals!
Take advantage of our biggest sale of the season! More details below...
Give the gift of a car event during the Holiday Sale running from Black Friday, November 29, 2019 through January 2, 2020 at 5PM. You can save a total of 20% off most aspects of our events, which is the biggest sale we offer all season!
Give the gift of a car event during the Holiday Sale running from Black Friday, November 29, 2019 through January 2, 2020 at 5PM. You can save a total of 20% off most aspects of our events, which is the biggest sale we offer all season!
NEW this year to the holiday sale is our package deal! The packages make the perfect gift for someone that wants the full effect of our shows! Packages are specific to each event, so be sure to check them out at the Carlisle Registration Store and Carlisle Ticketing Site! If you’re not interested in saving money and getting the essentials at each event, you can still shop the traditional way...
Pick up a 2020 Season Passat the discounted price of just $71.99, a 20% savings off the standard rate of $89.99 ($69.99 if a member of the AACA). Or maybe you want to register your vehicle for the Showfield/Fun Field for 20% off! Don't forget that you can also plan ahead and save 20% off of single day admission tickets or event passes.All these offers make the perfect holiday gift for that special car person(s) in your life!
When buying online, discounts will be applied at checkout. Phone orders will also be accepted at 717-243-7855 through Friday, December 20, 2019 at 5PM. After that, the offices are closed for the year. Season Passes ordered from December 21st to January 2nd will be mailed on January 3rd. Online sales will continue over break, 24/7, with the sale itself concluding on Thursday, January 2, 2020 at 5PM.
Get your Chrysler Nationals Package in Time for the Holidays!
Convenience. Savings. Fun. Select the package deal that works best for you!
Coming to Chrysler Nationals has never been so easy with the help of our NEW Package deals! No matter if you want to show or just show up, we have a package that is perfect for you. Running from November 29, 2019 - January 2, 2020 at 5PM, you'll receive an extra discount off these packages for our annual Holiday Sale! Check out the details from the list below....
Coming to Chrysler Nationals has never been so easy with the help of our NEW Package deals! No matter if you want to show or just show up, we have a package that is perfect for you. Running from November 29, 2019 - January 2, 2020 at 5PM, you'll receive an extra discount off these packages for our annual Holiday Sale! Check out the details from the list below....
Show & Shirt Package:The Show & Shirt Package is the "essentials" package when attending Chrysler Nationals. It includes registration for the Showfield (weekend admission for the driver and passenger) and a pre-order for the official 2020 event t-shirt at a discounted rate! An option to purchase additional t-shirts is available.
Fan Package: The Fan Package is made for the diehard Mopar enthusiast who want to remember their time at 2020 Chrysler Nationals forever! The package includes registration for the Showfield (weekend admission for the driver and passenger), a pre-order for the official 2020 event t-shirt at a discounted rate AND a pre-order for the 2020 Chrysler Nationals Limited Edition Diecast. The 2020 Chrysler die-cast is PLANNED to be a 1970 Dodge A-100 van with the Plymouth Rapid Transit logo on one side and the Dodge Scat Pack logo on the other. An option to purchase additional t-shirts is available.
Spectator Package: The Spectator Package is perfect for those who can't bring their Mopar but would still love to experience Chrysler Nationals! This package includes TWO Chrysler Nationals 2020 Single Day Admission Tickets and ONE Reserved General Parking space.
No matter the package you pick, you must purchase it by the Gate-N-Go deadline of June 8, 2020 at midnight EST. If you want to go the traditional route, options are still available. Visit the Carlisle Registration Storeto register for the showfield and theCarlisle Ticket Storefor single day admission tickets & event passes.
The Featured Vehicle Displays are always something special to see at Carlisle Chrysler Nationals and that will be no exception for 2020! Here's a sneak peek at what you can expect...
The Featured Vehicle Displays are always something special & unique to see at Carlisle Chrysler Nationals and that will be no exception for 2020! Here's a sneak peek at what you can expect to see..
Join us in celebrations of Plymouth's sporty compact!
Dusters tend to get overlooked from time to time but we’re going to give them the love that they deserve at the 2020 Chrysler Nationals by celebrating their 50th anniversary. We’ll be placing a select number of Dusters, both stock and modified, in a special indoor display.
Dusters tend to get overlooked from time to time but we’re going to give them the love that they deserve at the 2020 Chrysler Nationals by celebrating their 50th anniversary. We’ll be placing a select number of Dusters, both stock and modified, in a special indoor display. We’re looking for everything from factory Slant Six cars to fully modified Dusters with Hemi power.
If you want to submit your Duster for consideration, simply go to www.CarlisleFeatures.com to complete the application. We want to show the full range of Dusters including packages like the Twister, Feather Duster and more. We also want to see a variety of stock and modified cars as well as Survivors, race cars, Day 2 cars, Barn Finds and Hot Rods. Basically, if it’s a Duster, we’re interested.
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Mopar’s Trans Am cars!
Yes, we have celebrated the AAR & T/A in the past, but this one is going to be huge! This is 50 years of these iconic E-Bodies (and 50 years of the E-Body…and 50 years of the Challenger) and there is only ONE 50th anniversary so we’re going to do it big.
Yes, we have celebrated the AAR & T/A in the past, but this one is going to be huge! This is 50 years of these iconic E-Bodies (and 50 years of the E-Body…and 50 years of the Challenger) and there is only ONE 50th anniversary so we’re going to do it big. We’ll have an indoor display, outdoor display, tent display, seminars, guests and more. We’re even working on some special surprises, too.
An anniversary of this magnitude needs cars…lots of cars! We are looking for AARs and T/As of all colors and options. Of course, we’re always looking for cars that are truly unique in some way. If you have an AAR or T/A, you are encouraged to go to www.CarlisleFeatures.com to submit an application. As always, we’ll consider any car in any condition – they don’t all have to be perfectly restored cars, especially if it has a cool story. We love ‘em all; Survivors, race cars, Day 2 cars, Barn Finds, etc.
Even if you’re not interested in participating in one of the special displays, you can always participate by registering for the Showfield. We want to make this the largest gathering of Mopar’s Trans Am cars EVER but we need your help to do it!
Be a part of the 50th anniversary celebration of the Dodge Challenger by bringing yours to the show. We will feature all years of Challengers from 1970 to 2020 in a special indoor display as well as on the Showfield. Classes will be available for all years and we want to see them all at the show! We want to see all available engine options, body styles and colors.
Be a part of the 50th anniversary celebration of the Dodge Challenger by bringing yours to the show. We will feature all years of Challengers from 1970 to 2020 in a special indoor display as well as on the Showfield. Classes will be available for all years and we want to see them all at the show! We want to see all available engine options, body styles and colors.
We’re looking for some great Challengers restored to O.E. specs but we also want to showcase some with cool stories. We also encourage applications for cars with Old School paint, Day 2 mods and race cars. If you know us, then you know that we love original cars. That includes Survivors as well as cars in “as found” condition. And we’re not looking for a building full of Hemi Challengers or even just R/Ts and Rallyes. We want to see some 318s and Slant Sixes in addition to the performance models.
If you have a Challenger that you think should be part of the Featured Vehicle Display, apply at www.CarlisleFeatures.com
50th Birthday Celebration for the Plymouth Superbird
A Super Party for the Superbird!
Most people remember the first time they saw a Superbird. Well, we want to make this the BEST time you saw one! 50 years is a true milestone so we gave the Daytona and 500 their party in 2019 and now it’s time for the ‘Bird to take center stage.
Most people remember the first time they saw a Superbird. Well, we want to make this the BEST time you saw one! 50 years is a true milestone so we gave the Daytona and 500 their party in 2019 and now it’s time for the ‘Bird to take center stage. Our goal is to display at least one of each color in a special indoor display, all lined up, nice and neat. In addition to that, we want to get as many Superbirds as possible to attend the show as part of the celebration.
At this point, you have at least two options to display your Superbird. Option One is to submit an application for the indoor display at www.CarlisleFeatures.com to have your car considered.
Option Two is to simply register for the Showfield. Either way, if you’re here with your Superbird, you’ll be part of the 50th anniversary celebration of the Plymouth Superbird. As with other special displays, we’re interested in any and all ‘Birds, regardless of condition. Whether applying for the indoor display or registering for the Showfield, we’re interested in seeing the unrestored cars, old race cars…just about anything.
Pro Stock began in 1970 to be a “step up” from the Super Stock classes and Mopar was not only a player from the beginning, they won the championship the first two years. We’re going to celebrate them with a special indoor display of factory hot rods!
Top Fuel has always been the “top dog” in NHRA drag racing, but the Super Stock and Pro Stock classes were arguably more appealing because the cars actually began life as factory-built cars. This led to some of the coolest race cars. Pro Stock began in 1970 to be a “step up” from the Super Stock classes and Mopar was not only a player from the beginning, they won the championship the first two years. We’re going to celebrate them with a special indoor display of factory hot rods!
We’re looking for Pro Stock cars from nearly any driver, as long as they drove a Dodge or Plymouth, and we’ll consider any condition. If you have a Pro Stock car, or know someone who does, simply go to www.CarlisleFeatures.com to complete the application. This is going to be a truly special display and we’re hoping to have a couple of drivers join us, too.
The 1970 Charger Registry is Having a Party at Carlisle
We’re shooting for the largest gathering of ’70 Chargers ever in 2020!
We celebrated 50 years of the Dodge Charger back in 2016 so this display will be a little bit different than the other 50th anniversary displays this year. Since this is just for one model year, the 1970 Charger Registry is going to celebrate on the Showfield rather than in a building.
We celebrated 50 years of the Dodge Charger back in 2016 so this display will be a little bit different than the other 50th anniversary displays this year. Since this is just for one model year, the 1970 Charger Registry is going to celebrate on the Showfield rather than in a building. We’ll provide a larger tent and more space on the field to accommodate this special display.
We’re continuing to work with the 1970 Charger Registry to further develop this activity so please check back for updates or visit www.1970ChargerRegistry.com for more info.
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.
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 www.CarlisleFeatures.com.
Be part of the world’s largest all-Mopar Automotive Flea Market. Space discounts may apply, call today!
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.
The Chrysler Nationals Automotive Flea Market is a great place to sell the parts, accessories, automotive memorabilia and literature that have been collecting dust in your garage. Put your parts in front of thousands of Mopar enthusiasts and buyers. Connect with Carlisle Events today to see if you qualify for vendor discounts.
New and 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
Over 300 Mopars for Sale from Classics to Late Models
Sell or Buy a Mopar in our Car Corral
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.
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!
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.
Register your Car Club & Compete to See Who is the Largest
Will Your Club Measure Up? Take the Club Challenge
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!
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 2019 Club Participation Challenge Winners:
1 - Pennsylvania Modern Mopar Group
2 - Long Island Mopars
3 - Northeast Hemi Owners
Purchase Single Day Tickets, a Weekend Pass or a Season Pass
Tickets are cheaper online and that means the money you save can be used in the automotive flea market or can help you buy a car within the car corral.
For decades, buying a ticket to a car show at Carlisle meant arriving the day of, pulling out your wallet and paying cash at the gate. While that still is an option, you can plan ahead and purchase your tickets ONLINE! When you purchase tickets online, you’ll receive a confirmation e-mail with a bar code. This code will be scanned at the gate for access. It’s that simple! Oh, did we mention that tickets are cheaper online and that means the money you save can be used in the automotive flea market or can help you buy a car within the car corral. Buy now with total confidence and enjoy the show!
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.
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.
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.
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.
Maybe a Hellcat isn’t in your budget and your local dealer won’t let you take one for a joyride. We’ll take you for one!
Maybe a Hellcat isn’t in your budget and your local dealer won’t let you take one for a joyride. We’ll take you for one! Experience over 700 horsepower with a professional driver as you slide around the track with the tires smoking and begging for mercy. These rides are totally FREE. Just sign up at either the Dodge booth on the Midway or right at the track.
What are you waiting for? There’s nothing more to say. Make your plans now to attend the Chrysler Nationals so you can see over 2,700 cool Mopars from all generations and go for a FREE ride in a Hellcat. Stop reading this and go...
Take it to the Track with the Real Street Shootout
See what your car can do on the Carlisle Course
This year, be sure to participate in the Real Street Shootout, taking place Friday of event weekend!
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 2019:
1 - Markus Hoser- 1998 Dodge Neon
2 - Nile Heermans- 1990 Chrysler TC by Maserati
3 - Jaime Brown- 2011 Dodge Challenger SRT8
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.
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 2019 Coolest Club Winner - Jersey Shore Mopars
2019 Chrysler Nationals Die-Cast Available on Carlisle Overstock
Special Die-Cast 50th Anniversary of the M-Code A-Body Darts and Barracudas
Own one of 750 die-cast 1969 Plymouth Barracuda collectible cars. Buy yours on the CarlisleOverstock eBay Store!
Own one of 750 die-cast 1969 Plymouth Barracuda collectible cars. The sinister look comes from the X9 Black Velvet paint and the red interior really makes an impact. The already unique Barracuda becomes truly special with the addition of our exclusive M-Code anniversary logo on the roof. They are made by M2 Machines/Castline so you know the quality and detail are as good as it gets in 1:64 scale. The Barracudas are produced by M2 with our custom Chrysler Nationals logo to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the M-Code A-Body Darts and Barracudas.These are officially licensed and are a must for die-cast collectors worldwide.
These 1:64 scale collectible keepsakes are VERY LIMITED and are available at a $24.99 price point on the Carlisle Overstock eBay Store!
Hosted By Mopar Rebellion at the Carlisle Expo Center
The show may officially begin on Friday but the fun starts on Thursday with the Kick-Off to Carlisle party hosted by Mopar Rebellion.
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.
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. They love meeting their fans and talking about the glory days of racing.
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.
Topics typically include restoration techniques, care and maintenance, engine building and most recently, how to choose the right oil for your Mopar.
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.
Hang Tight! Topics for the 2020 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!
Your Owner’s Manual to all Things Carlisle During Event Weekend
Available for Free Download on iTunes and NOW Google Play
Have you ever walked the grounds at Carlisle, lost beyond belief and wondering where your favorite show cars are, or how to find that vendor you’re looking for? Carlisle Events has figured out a way to solve your navigational challenges via the Carlisle Events app. Available for FREE download on the iTunes store AND Google Play store, the app is your on the go tool kit for all things Carlisle Events! Find vendors, check out the event schedule, interact on social media, buy tickets, get directions and review the event guide! Know before you go and with this app, you’ll never be lost at your car show of choice again!
Also available, the Carlisle Auctions app. This app allows you to stay current with Carlisle Auctions! View consignments, search for cars and get the details on all the great vehicles being offered at Carlisle Auctions. Plus, during live auction hours, you can review the run list and even watch a LIVE web stream of the fun. Download the Carlisle Events and Carlisle Auctions apps today and we’ll see you at the show!
A&A Auto Stores Featuring Borla Exhausts on Installation Alley
A&A Auto Stores, the Official Performance Parts Installer of Carlisle Events, will be offering performance exhaust installations from the top manufactures.
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.
Go big or go home, right? Who will be the Next King of the Hill?
No Carlisle event would be complete without the burnout contest. Competitors battle for bragging rights and the title of “Carlisle King (or Queen) of the Hill.” Pre-registration for the burnout contest is required at Guest Services. A show sticker (i.e. registered for vending or show vehicle), driver’s license and proof of insurance are required.
The contest is limited to 10 vehicles with each getting 3 minutes to burnout. Burnouts are open to all registered vehicles that are part of the Showfield.
Congratulations to our 2019 winner - Kelly Wilson and her 2006 Dodge Magnum SRT.
Join Carlisle on Sunday at 12 PM to Honor Winning Vehicles
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.
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. After the show you may pick up your award during regular business hours at the fairgrounds or we will ship awards for $15 each.
The Historic Vehicle Association Comes to Carlisle
National Organization Presents the Preservation Award During Event Weekend
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.
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, Tim Wellborn and his K&K Bobby Isaac Race Car/1969 Dodge Charger Daytona.
Kids at Carlisle Activity Center Includes Crafts, Games, a Play Area and More
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!
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!
Visit the Oasis for Relaxation, Shopping, and Activities
Carlisle Events hasn’t forgotten that sometimes it’s nice to take a break from automotive shopping. Join our amazing vendors and artisans selling items such as handmade crafts, jewelry and accessories, kitchen must-haves, unique clothing, treats to temp you, scents to relax you, beauty products and so much more!
Carlisle Events hasn’t forgotten that sometimes it’s nice to take a break from automotive shopping. Join our amazing vendors and artisans selling items such as handmade crafts, jewelry and accessories, kitchen must-haves, unique clothing, treats to temp you, scents to relax you, beauty products and so much more! Done shopping? The tent is also home to some incredibly, and often tasty, seminars and special services offered by the vendors. And best of all…it’s always 5:00 at the Oasis Tiki bar!
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.
Camp with Carlisle Events to Maximize Your Event Experience
Camp and be Walking Distance from Carlisle Chrysler Nationals
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.
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.
Handy Tips for a Successful Trip Through the Automotive Flea Market
FREE Taxi Service and Parts Hauling Help Get You From A to B at Carlisle
The Carlisle PA Fairgrounds is a large footprint that can be a challenge at times, even for the most experienced attendee. 82 acres, 16+ miles of paved roadway, vendors and cars everywhere…it’s easy to understand how you may start wondering to yourself “where did I see that part or car I want to buy?” “How do I get my purchase from its space to my truck?” “How am I going to do this?”
The Carlisle PA Fairgrounds is a large footprint that can be a challenge at times, even for the most experienced attendee. 82 acres, 16+ miles of paved roadway, vendors and cars everywhere…it’s easy to understand how you may start wondering to yourself “where did I see that part or car I want to buy?” “How do I get my purchase from its space to my truck?” “How am I going to do this?”
Never fear, because we’ve compiled a helpful list of ways that enhance your on-site experience at Carlisle! Thanks for joining us and enjoy your time at the show!
BRING CASH - The more the better. It’s hard to negotiate a deal without being able to pay.
WEAR COMFORTABLE SHOES - It’s a lot of walking.
SUN BLOCK/DRINK LIQUIDS - You’ll be in the sun all day. It’s important to protect yourself and stay hydrated, especially if your weekend outdoors is your first prolonged exposure to the sun for the year.
REMEMBER THE SPACE - Take a picture of the space location or write it down. Every space at Carlisle has a disk to designate the space. Look down and you’ll see the space marker. Write down the letter and number. Don’t try to remember the space or the surrounding area. You’ll spend the rest of the day looking for it.
COME EARLY - Rare parts and great deals typically happen for the first person to find them. Set up day(s) and the first day of the event are for the serious shoppers.
ACT FAST - If you see a great deal, grab it. If you plan to come back later, it will probably be gone.
NEGOTIATE - It’s a flea market so don’t be afraid to make a REASONABLE offer.
EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED - Chances are good that you will find something you weren’t planning to find, so keep your eyes open.
LOOK EVERYWHERE - Even if you are looking for parts for your brand of vehicle, don’t walk past the vendor selling parts for other models or generations just because you assume there’s no way the vendor has what you want. Give their space a look too. They might not only have it, it may be cheap since it’s not what they typically sell.
USE THE CARLISLE EVENTS APP - Use the FREE Carlisle Events app to easily find your way back to a vendor (if you know the row and space). You can also use it to check activity schedules, register for other events, connect with fellow enthusiasts via social media, browse a digital copy of the event guide and more.
STAY LATE – There are always deals at Carlisle, but sometimes the best ones happen early on day 1 of a show, or late on its final day.Vendors are typically more willing to negotiate when they are packing up – especially large items.
BRING A SHOPPING LIST - Our memories aren’t as good as we think. Write it down. You can even make a list on your phone. Take pictures of what you need.
BRING A BAG, CART, ETC. - Parts will get heavy so have a way to carry your purchases. Ask the seller if you can leave heavy parts until later.
HAVE IT HAULED - Carlisle Events offers FREE* parts hauling. Keep that in mind if you’re looking at an engine, transmission, truck bed, etc.
FREE TAXI SERVICE – Need to get from point A to point B but don’t feel like walking it? Carlisle Events offers a FREE* taxi service. Dial 717-960-6429 to secure a ride.
ASK! - If someone has parts for a vehicle but not the ones you need, ask if the seller has it. It might still be in his truck or at home. Even if he doesn’t, he might know someone who does.
KNOW THE VALUE - Do some homework on the parts you’re looking for so you know if the price is a good deal.
AVOID THE CROWDS - When you arrive, go to an out-of-the-way area to start rather than following the herd.
WALK IT ALL - Don’t miss any rows. The Carlisle Fairgrounds isn’t a perfect grid so make sure you hit every row and space.
ADVERTISE - Wear a hat, shirt or signboard that spotlights what you’re looking for. It just might create a conversation, especially if what you’re searching for is obscure and/or rare.
*While parts hauling and taxi service are free, donations are graciously accepted. Donated money goes directly to the Chip Miller Amyloidosis Foundation.
Look Back on Your Carlisle Weekend with Rear View Mirror Sunday
Spend a Relaxing Sunday at Carlisle From 7AM to 12PM
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.
Enjoy the final moments and aspects of what surely was an amazing event weekend. Gates open at 7AM to start shopping for last minute deals from remaining vendors.
Activities begin at 9AM with the posting of showfield award winners. Event winners will have the opportunity to participate in the winners parade! Showing off their big win!
Sunday at Carlisle offers FREE parking in any Carlisle operated parking lot as well as reduced ticket prices.
Sunday's will operate as follows:
Gates Open at 7AM
Buildings T, Y & Z Open at 7AM
Guest Services Opens at 9AM
Vendor Services Opens at 8AM