CARLISLE PA FAIRGROUNDS • Be a part of one of the largest and most action-packed truck events in the world! See or Show your lifted, lowered, classic, antique, modern, two- or four-wheel drive, jeep, big rig or mini truck.
Be a part of one of the largest and most action-packed truck events in the world! See or Show your lifted, lowered, classic, antique, modern, two- or four-wheel drive, jeep, big rig or mini truck.
The annual Holiday Sale is running! Starting on Black Friday, November 25, 2022 and running through January 3, 2023 at 5 p.m. you can SAVE! Save a total of 20% off most aspects of our events!
The annual Holiday Sale is running!! Starting on Black Friday, November 25, 2022 and running through January 3, 2023 at 5 p.m. you can SAVE! Save a total of 20% off most aspects of our events!
When buying online, discounts will be applied at checkout. Phone orders will also be accepted at 717-243-7855 through Wednesday, December 21, 2022 at 5 p.m. After that, the offices are closed for the year. Season Passes ordered from December 22 to January 1 will be shipped the week of January 2. Online sales will continue over break, 24/7, with the sale itself concluding on Tuesday, January 3, 2023 at 5 p.m.
This is a limited time offer and our way of saying, "Thank you! We appreciate your support and look forward to seeing you in the 2023 season."
Put your parts in front of thousands of Truck enthusiasts and buyers!
The Truck 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 Truck enthusiasts and buyers. If you are a vendor, be sure to take advantage of the following offers:
- Book vending & car corral space(s) prior to 45 days of the event at a discounted rate.
- FREE Product Listings in the Event Guide & the Carlisle Events App.
- Early bird renewal discount of 10% when you renew your space(s) at the event up until Friday after the show.
A wide variety of trucks, jeeps, SUVs in all varieties of make, model and condition are annually available for sale in the Truck Nationals Truck Corral.
A wide variety of trucks, jeeps, SUVs in all varieties of make, model and condition are annually available for sale in the Truck Nationals Truck Corral. You can shop, compare and make the deal directly with the owner. Notary Service will be available. If you need anything else for the purchase of a vehicle, our staff in Guest Services can provide a contact list. If you are a car corral vendor or would like to become one, be sure to take advantage of the following offers:
- Book vending & car corral space(s) prior to 45 days of the event at a discounted rate.
- Early bird renewal discount of 10% when you renew your space(s) at the event up until Friday after the show.
Please Note: All vehicles in the corral must be for sale, in running condition and cannot be displayed on trailers. Spaces are approximately 10’ frontage x 20’ depth per outside space for the entire event.
We are pleased to welcome back our team from eJudged.com to cover the field and choose our winners.
Carlisle Truck Nationals will feature classes for Trucks, Jeeps and SUVs! We are pleased to welcome back our team from eJudged.com to cover the field and choose our winners. If you want to be part of the judged field, review the links below to register and learn more!
Judging takes place on Saturday of the event from 10AM to 4PM in the Red Showfield. Parking is by class for judged trucks.
There is no better place to showcase your Rigs, Wreckers, Carriers, Dumps, Antiques and Heavy Trucks of all kinds than at the cross roads of transportation; Carlisle, PA.
All roads lead to Carlisle, one of the biggest trucking hubs in the country and home of the Carlisle Truck Nationals: Big Rig Show and Shine. There is no better place to showcase your Rigs, Wreckers, Carriers, Dumps, Antiques and Heavy Trucks of all kinds than at the cross roads of transportation; Carlisle, PA.
Hot showers, good food and a weekend of trucking fun are in store by registering your truck for our judged or non-judged showfield at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds. Rigs may stay onsite all weekend to enjoy all aspects of the Carlisle Truck Nationals, so schedule a run in and out of Carlisle and spend your down time with us! This is a great place to share your profession and passion with your family as well. (Kids 12 and Under are FREE)
About The Judges
Carlisle Events is pleased to welcome GS Grifana Car Shows of Virginia Beach, VA. GS Grifana Car Shows will be judging the Big Rig Show and Shine. GS Grifana comes to Carlisle with more than 25 Years Judging Shows and more 400 judged shows on their resume. GS Grifana brings an established and experience team in the trucking industry.
Annually, the Carlisle Truck Nationals host the Featured Truck Display within Building T. It is open to all makes and models to apply.
Annually, the Carlisle Truck Nationals host the Featured Truck Display within Building T. It is open to all makes and models to apply. Featured Trucks are presented in Building T throughout the entire weekend, as well as on the Carlisle Truck Nationals Facebook approaching the event. There is no charge to participate if your vehicle is selected, admission is provided as well as support truck and trailer parking. If you are interested in sharing your ride, submit an application today!
This "show within a show" welcomes lowered trucks all in one designated area inside Gate 3!
When you enter Gate 3, expect the event to feel a little more down to earth. This "show within a show" welcomes lowered trucks all in one designated area inside Gate 3! If you want to be a part of the Low Show, simply register with your club (or sign up your club HERE). If you are not part of a club, when you register for the Showfield, click the "Truck Club" dropdown and select the "Low Show- No Club Affiliation."
Part of what makes Truck Nationals what it is, are the clubs that attend!
Part of what makes Truck Nationals what it is, are the clubs that attend! If your club is not yet deemed an Officially Recognized Club, the first step is to apply HERE. Officially Recognized Clubs have the ability to rent a club tent as a place to hang out and socialize!
If your club gets a club tent, you also have the chance to compete in our Club Challenge & Coolest Club Contest! The Club Challenge Award is presented to the three largest official clubs, based on the number of registered show vehicles. The Coolest Club Contest is based on if we feel like your club tent is the place we'd want to hangout in. Whether that be the atmosphere, decorations, or anything else that makes the club stand out!
Additionally, if you are part of a fleet, you have the ability to participate in the Fleet Challenge & the Coolest Convoy! The Fleet Challenge Award is presented to the largest fleet at the show, while the Coolest Convoy is presented to the group that looks to be having a great time with their fleet!
The Carlisle Truck Nationals Automotive Flea Market Awaits You
Buy from a Great Mix of Vendors – You Never Know What You’ll Find
If you’re coming to the Carlisle Truck Nationals to look at the classic and collector cars on the Showfield, don’t forget, not far from those rides are an amazing mix of automotive flea market (a.k.a. swap meet) and midway vendors.
If you’re coming to the Carlisle Truck Nationals to look at the classic and collector cars on the Showfield, don’t forget, not far from those rides are an amazing mix of automotive flea market (a.k.a. swap meet) and midway vendors.
Visit the swap meet for the rare finds, parts, collectibles, automobilia, toys for the kids and even practical items for around the shop or the garage. You could also find your first or next classic and buy direct from the seller within the on-site car corral. From common to rare, these experiences can only be fully realized in person.
Mix in the Women’s Oasis, offering some non-automotive items for the ladies and a food court laced with some of the tastiest fare available and you get one of the largest vending footprints of its type anywhere.
Learn more about our event vendors and their location(s) today by downloading the Carlisle Events App or once available online (or in person), check out the vending pages and map of our event guide. Online, the guide and map are posted about one week prior to the event. At the event, it’s available at Guest Services or any main point of entry.
Your Hometown Automotive Store Sponsors Truck Nationals
Carlisle Events is proud to be partner with your Hometown Auto Stores, A&A Auto Stores to present the Carlisle Truck Nationals.
Carlisle Events is proud to be partner with your Hometown Auto Stores, A&A Auto Stores to present the Carlisle Truck Nationals.
Much like Carlisle Events, A&A Auto Stores started as a family business in 1958. Sixty years later, A&A Auto Stores continues to be a leader in the aftermarket auto parts industry. With 17 locations in Eastern and Central Pennsylvania, A&A Auto is showing no signs of slowing down. In January, A&A Auto Stores opened its newest retail location and install shop at 1053 Harrisburg Pike, less than a mile from the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds.
A&A is the Official Performance Parts Installer for Carlisle Events offering installation at their local store of performance exhaust, parts and more throughout the Carlisle Events Season.
Make plans for the Carlisle Truck Nationals as we welcome CustomVan.com as the sponsor and host of the 11th edition of VANARAMA at Carlisle!
Make plans for the Carlisle Truck Nationals as we welcome CustomVan.com as the sponsor and host of the 11th edition of VANARAMA at Carlisle! Vanners, Vans and Van fans are all welcome to this annual gathering and display. See some of the most imaginative and creative custom vehicle work anywhere as well as one of the coolest themed club outings on the fairgrounds. So make a plan with your Van or come as a fan.
Every year at Carlisle Truck Nationals, The Old Fire Farts of York County presents a unique display of Fire Truck History within Building T.
Every year at Carlisle Truck Nationals, The Old Fire Farts of York County presents a unique display of Fire Truck History within Building T. This display is always a real treat for truck enthusiasts and attendees!
The Old Fire Farts of York County are a group of active and retired firefighters who restore antique fire apparatus and work to preserve the fire history of this country. They provide an appetizer of vehicles which will further highlight their York Muster held every Fall. For details on their event, held annually in September in York, PA, visit http://oldfirefarts.org/muster.html.
We are excited to welcome a regional showing of American Truck Historical Society members at the Carlisle Truck Nationals.
Every truck at Carlisle is special, but some do stand out. The not-for-profit American Truck Historical Society was formed in 1971 to preserve the history of trucks, the trucking industry and its pioneers. We are excited to welcome a regional showing of American Truck Historical Society members at the Carlisle Truck Nationals.
Look for their trucks in the Featured Vehicle Displays and on the Showfield (behind the Pavilion) and be sure to talk with their members about trucks and the history of trucks. Like most of us here, we all like to share our passions for trucks.
The ATHS has over 21,000 members in the United States, Australia, Canada and 20 other countries worldwide. Their mission is to collect artifacts, information, photographs, and other relevant materials pertaining to the origin, development, and progress of the motor truck transportation industry; to verify and establish the authenticity and accuracy of the collected information and materials; to place or arrange for placement of all objects, gifts, artifacts, and other items on display for educational purposes that relate historically to the development of the motor truck industry; to serve as a repository for donations, gifts, and bequests.
Show Your Hauler within the Big Rig Show and Shine
If you’re hauling 4-wheelers to or through Carlisle, dealerships, car auctions or anywhere, considering showing your hauler at the Carlisle Truck Nationals Big Rig Show and Shine.
Carlisle Events is known for its car shows and the town of Carlisle serves as a cross roads for thousands of over the road haulers each day. What better place to show your car hauler than America’s Automotive Hometown and car show capital.
The Big Rig Show and Shine welcomes back our Car Carrier class of Big Rigs to the event. So if you’re hauling 4-wheelers to or through Carlisle, dealerships, car auctions or anywhere, consider showing your hauler at the Carlisle Truck Nationals Big Rig Show and Shine.
Regional and National Carriers Showing and Recruiting
Explore Career and Training Opportunities at Truck Nationals
Turn your passion for trucks into a career this weekend as the Carlisle Truck Nationals hosts Regional to Nationals carriers, transportation companies and training facilities that can put you in driver’s seat of a well paying career.
Turn your passion for trucks into a career this weekend as the Carlisle Truck Nationals hosts regional to national carriers, transportation companies and training facilities that can put you in driver’s seat of a well paying career. Employers and training facilities that could position you for Long Haul, LTL, driver training, diesel mechanics, and vehicle recovery are lining up here to share details, show their equipment and maybe put you in a good paying job!
Transport companies include the following:
Lily
NAPA Transportation
S&H Express
New Enterprise Stone & Lime Co., Inc
NHH Services Inc.
FIT Transportation
UPS
Ten Vehicles Will Be Hand-Selected by Carlisle Events
Be Chosen as a Member of the Carlisle Elite on Friday
Carlisle Events' staff will be roaming the Truck Nationals Showfield on Friday of event weekend in search of their ten favorite vehicles to become the newest members of the Carlisle Elite.
Carlisle Events' staff will be roaming the Truck Nationals Showfield on Friday of event weekend in search of their ten favorite vehicles to become the newest members of the Carlisle Elite. To be picked for the Carlisle Elite, your car doesn’t have to be rare or a high dollar, professional restoration. In fact, the only real criteria is that it catches our collective eye. Make sure your vehicle is registered and parked on the Showfield on Friday to be eligible!
Join Us for the Rolling Burnout Contest at the Track
On Saturday evening of Carlisle Truck Nationals, visit the track to get your fix for tire burning excitement during the Rolling Burnout Contest!
On Saturday evening of Carlisle Truck Nationals, visit the track to get your fix for tire burning excitement during the Rolling Burnout Contest!
The contest is limited to 25 contestants and sign-ups will begin Friday at Guest Services. You must be a registered participant at the show and provide your driver’s license & insurance card when signing up.
Refer to the Event Guide for the official time (published two weeks prior to the event).
Join us Saturday as we lower the bar and lower our standards of measurement.
Are your standards low? Do you long to let your friends down? Are your goals simply not as high as some of the lifted lifers at the Truck Nationals?
If you can answer yes to those questions and you own a lowered truck, you just might be the perfect participant for the Low Truck Limbo at the Carlisle Truck Nationals. Join us Saturday as we lower the bar and lower our standards of measurement. We invite all of our lowered life pavement scraping friends to get down at the grandstands for the Low Truck Limbo. We promise DJ Rob will do his job and set the atmosphere, while we lower the bar for your enjoyment and look forward awarding the lowest possible performer of the Carlisle Truck Nationals limbo.
Interested participants sign up at Guest Services. Refer to the Event Guide for the official time (published two weeks prior to the event).
Lifted truck builders share and show the lifted life and their sky view seats at the Grandstand.
Join or watch the High Truck Contest on Saturday of the Truck Nationals. Lifted truck builders share and show the lifted life and their sky view seats at the Grandstand. We’ll take a measurement from the ground to the pinch weld and after a quick tally and simple math, we’ll award a winner!
Interested participants should sign up at Guest Services. Refer to the Event Guide for the official time (published two weeks prior to the event).
If you like’em low and laid out, this is the spot to be on Saturday night!
The Low Show has peaked the interest of those wanting to participate in the annual Frame Dragging Contest. As some may know, the trucks that have Titanium Blocks spark like crazy, but the ones without Titanium Blocks don't as much. In order to make things inclusive for all lowered trucks, we are judging on two categories within the same contest. We will crown three winners for trucks with Titanium Blocks & three winners for trucks without Titanium Blocks. As an attendee, this just means you get to see more trucks dragging down the hill on Saturday night! If you want to participate in the contest, visit Guest Services at the event to sign up. Space is limited! If you like’em low and laid out, this is the spot to be on Saturday night!
Refer to the Event Guide for the official time (published two weeks prior to the event).
When the sun goes down Saturday night, the Big Rig area lights up! The Big Rig Glow Show is a must see!
When the sun goes down Saturday night, the Big Rig area lights up! The Big Rig Glow Show is something you don't see anywhere else. Stick around and see this fun light display on Saturday evening. The Carlisle Events' staff will award the coolest lit-up rig to receive a trophy on Sunday.
A&A Auto Stores Offers Exhaust Installations from Top Brands
A&A Auto Stores, the Official Performance Parts Installer of Carlisle Events, will be offering performance exhaust installations from the top manufactures at their local store right by the Carlisle Fairgrounds.
If you’re not exhausted when you leave the Truck 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 at their local store right by the Carlisle Fairgrounds. Don’t miss this opportunity to GET EXHAUSTED at Carlisle!
Call Pat today to schedule your appointment and make your ride sound great! Reach out now via phone at 570-301-7867 or by e-mail at customercare@aaautostores.com or visit them at 1053 Harrisburg Pike, Carlisle, PA 17013.
The products available for FREE installs by A&A include Magnaflow, Borla, and Corsa exhaust systems. A&A is your source for K&N Performance Cold Air Intakes, Computer Programmers by Edge, Superchip, Bullydog, SCT, Diablo, & Hypertech. In addition snag Tubular accessories by Westin, Go Rhino & Trail FX Performance Diesel products by BD Diesel, MBRP, Banks. Plus there are Truck Bed Accessories by Extang, Undercover, Truxedo, & Bedrug.
If you miss A&A, be sure to visit them online today for more information about their products, locations and more. To do so, click the link below.
When you bring your kids to this year's Truck Nationals, they can pick up their very own goody bag within Guest Services!
When you bring your kids to this year's Truck Nationals, there will be different things they can participate in at the show! Check them out below:
Ride a Real Monster Truck- Climb aboard the Virginia Giant ride truck for a ride that will have you on the edge of your seat as you crush cars near the autocross track. The Virginia Giant is suitable for guests of all ages, and makes a great activity for the whole family!
Monster Truck & FMX Shows- Watch with amazement and excitement as Monster Trucks duke it out in car crushing exhibitions throughout the event weekend. Accompanying the Monster Truck Shows on Friday & Saturday will be FMX shows! Check out the event guide for the official show times.
Kid's Goody Bag- Available for pickup at Guest Services for kids 12 and under! Parents will receive a goody bag coupon for each kid when they pick up their Showfield Goody Bag or when coming in with a spectator admission ticket. Some goodies within the bag are a coloring book, free cup with a coupon for a free drink at the food court and more!
RC Car Giveaway & Kids Cash Grab- Kids 12 and under can sign-up to potentially win an RC Car! When signing up for the giveaway, they are also eligible to be chosen for the Kid's Cash Grab. The Giveaway sign-up is located in Guest Services. Winners of the RC Car & kids selected for the Cash Grab will be contacted via phone!
Kids Bingo- Kids 12 and under can participate in Kid's Bingo and potentially win some cool prizes! Check out the event guide for the time and location.
Kids Choice Award- Kids can cast a vote for their favorite car within Building T and the owner of the car will get an award!
Awards Presentation & Winners Circle – Take in the Glory
Join Us Sunday Morning for Winner Recognition
Get all the glory on Sunday by sharing your winning vehicle in the Winner’s Circle and Awards Presentation.
Get all the glory on Sunday by sharing your winning vehicle in the Winner’s Circle and Awards Presentation. Winning trucks will have an opportunity to showcase their vehicles during the Truck Nationals winners parades!
The winner’s list for the light truck Showfield will be posted at 9AM. Big Rigs awards will be announced in the pavilion at 9:30AM. Both fields of winners will have an opportunity to show in award’s presentation on Sunday.
Professional photography is available for winners at the parade ceremony and available on-site for purchase. This is one of the best seats in the house to see the best trucks on the fields for Truck Nationals weekend.
For participants that cannot attend the presentation, your award can be picked up Sunday between 9AM -11AM. If you are unable to attend on Sunday, your award may be picked up during regular business hours at the fairgrounds or you may arrange to have youraward shipped for a $15 fee.
Purchase Admission Tickets, Event Passes and Season Passes Online
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 admission 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!
A $5 off discount will be applied for active, reserve or retired military members who purchase a single day spectator admission ticket in person at the Fairgrounds.
A $5 off discount will be applied for active, reserve or retired military members who purchase a single day spectator admission ticket in person at the Fairgrounds. The $5 off savings is offered for service members who show a valid military ID when purchasing and is for only the ID holder and their single day admission. This discount is available for in person purchase only to any Carlisle Events hosted show during the current season.
We truly thank those that are currently serving and for those that have served for us!
Scootaround allows you to reserve your scooter in advance online or by calling 1-888-441-7575.
Thanks to Scootaround, the exclusive scooter and wheelchair rental service for Carlisle Events, you can rent mobility scooters & wheelchairs for the event. Scootaround allows you to reserve your scooter in advance online or by calling 1-888-441-7575. The only way to guarantee scooter availability is to reserve online prior to the event!
Carlisle welcomes our sponsors and partners, where the industries best companies share their passion for automobiles with enthusiasts.
Carlisle welcomes our sponsors and partners, where the industries best companies share their passion for automobiles with enthusiasts. One of our newest partners for 2023 is JJ Best Banc & Company offering financing opportunities for your next collector car.
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!
We welcome you to join us for the service led by the Salvation Army and our partners-in-faith.
A non-denominational worship service is held at 9:00AM Sunday morning. We welcome you to join us for the service led by the Salvation Army and our partners-in-faith. Coffee and donuts available. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend! We hope to see you there. Refer to the Event Guide for the location (published two weeks prior to the event).
Free Admission with Event Ticket during Rear View Mirror Sunday
Bring your Ticket Back on Sunday and Get In for FREE
Gates open at 7AM to start shopping for last minute deals from remaining vendors.
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.
Sunday at Carlisle offers FREE parking in any Carlisle operated parking lot. Additionally, if you had purchased an event ticket from a prior day, bring it back in on Sunday and get in for FREE (or pay regular admission without an event ticket from prior day)!
Unique Show "Extras" on Carlisle Overstock Ebay Store
From Diecast to Banners and More
The Carlisle Overstock eBay Store is where we list any "extras" that were available at the events.
Are you looking for some items that you may have seen at the event? Well, we may have you covered on our eBay store, Carlisle Overstock! Here we list any "extras" that were available at the events. Items range from special display banners and license plates to unique show diecast and stickers! You never know what you may find... Carlisle Overstock eBay Store
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
Never fear, because we’ve compiled a helpful list of ways that enhance your on-site experience 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?”
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.
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