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.
Save 10% on 2023 Truck Nationals Showfield Registration
Save Time and Money: Details Below
Pre-Register before the Gate-N-Go deadline of Tuesday, June 20 to save 10%! Why wait in line and lose time that you could be spending on grounds enjoying the event? Register today via Gate-N-Go to save 10%.
Pre-Register before the Gate-N-Go deadline of Tuesday, June 20 to save 10%! Why wait in line and lose time that you could be spending on grounds enjoying the event? Register today via Gate-N-Go to save 10%.
When you Gate-N-Go, we'll send you all applicable paperwork in advance. This way, you can affix your window sticker at home and drive right onto the grounds and immediately begin having a great time.
Even if you miss the 10% savings and Gate-N-Go deadline, you can still pre-register. Pre-registration remains available until show week. When you pre-register, you cruise up to the Showfield Registration office, bypass one line, pick up your packet and return to your car. Place the registration on your window and you and your guest can cruise onsite with minimal delay.
After the June 20th Gate-N-Go Deadline is up, the only price for registration is full price. Why pay full price when you pay a discounted rate AND have your materials mailed to you in advance. Register TODAY and save! Thanks to our Gate-N-Go Sponsor, Pennsylvania Turnpike E-Z Pass!
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.
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.
If you have any questions or would like to book space for Truck Nationals, call our office at 717-243-7855 or book online!
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.
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.
If you have any questions or would like to book truck corral space for Truck Nationals, call our office at 717-243-7855 or book online!
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!
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.
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.
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.
The Carlisle Truck Nationals is welcoming applications for the Featured Truck Display. Featured vehicles are presented in building T throughout the weekend, as well as on Carlisle Truck National social media approaching the event.
The Carlisle Truck Nationals is welcoming applications for the 2022 Featured Vehicle Display. Featured vehicles are presented in building T throughout the weekend, as well as on Carlisle Truck National social media approaching the event. If you are interested in sharing your ride, submit an application today!
When you enter Gate 3, expect the event to feel a little more down to earth. We are happy to announce that we are welcoming back some old friends and new friends for the Low Show at Carlisle.
When you enter Gate 3, expect the event to feel a little more down to earth. We are happy to announce that we are once again welcoming back some old friends and new friends for the Low Show at Carlisle. This "show within a show" welcomes lowered trucks all in one designated area inside Gate 3! In 2021, we had at least 24 lowered/mini truck clubs registered for the Low Show & we are looking to grow that number in 2022! 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."
See or be a part of the Low Show at Carlisle in 2022!
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.
Field your fleet, present with your posse or come as a crew, Carlisle Truck Nationals club program welcomes the COOLEST truck clubs around.
Field your fleet, present with your posse or come as a crew, Carlisle Truck Nationals club program welcomes the COOLEST truck clubs around. Formations on the fairgrounds represent S10 Nation, Old Body Styles, Syclones & Typhoons, Mopars, Vans, Off Roaders, Coal Rollers, Mini Truckers, Fleets of Car Carriers, and a rendezvous of heavy wreckers, just to name a few.
Carlisle Club Showings are must see for every attendee. If you’re a club, muster your machines and join us for the Truck Nationals!
To become an Officially Recognized Club, you must first fill out an Application Form. To learn more about our club program, visit the Club Relations Page.
Colorful displays, cool banners and people having lots of fun always attract our attention. Good luck and have fun!
Clubs that receive a Carlisle Events supplied tent are encouraged to participate in the Coolest Club Hangout competition. There are no official rules and the process is simple: just decorate your tent in a manner that would make the Carlisle staff want to hangout with your club for the weekend.Colorful displays, cool banners and people having lots of fun always attract our attention. Good luck and have fun!
Congratulations to our Winners in 2022 - S10 Nation
To become an Officially Recognized Club, you must first fill out an Application Form.
To learn more about our club program, visit the Club Relations Page.
Attention Fleets- Carlisle to Recognize Fleet Showings
Fleet Challenge Recognition
Calling all Fleets, come in numbers and win the title of the Largest Fleet at Carlisle Truck Nationals! All you have to do is register your fleet and vehicles to be considered.
Calling all Fleets, come in numbers and win the title of the Largest Fleet at Carlisle Truck Nationals! All you have to do is register your fleet and vehicles to be considered. If you are planning ahead, fill out the online "Register Your Fleet" form HERE. Top three Fleets will receive a Carlisle Truck Nationals Big Rig Show and Shine Banner!
It's no secret that Big Rig Show and Shine has great fleets coming in each year! So this year we're having a special contest between the fleets. Compete to see who will be the Coolest Convoy of Carlisle Truck Nationals!
It's no secret that Big Rig Show and Shine has great fleets coming in each year! So this year we're having a special contest between the fleets. Compete to see who will be the Coolest Convoy of Carlisle Truck Nationals! The judging criteria is simple; we pick the one that seems to be having the best time here. The winning fleet will receive a special banner to display.
Congratulations to our Coolest Convey in 2021 - HJ Towing
Your Hometown Automotive Store Sponsors Truck Nationals
Carlisle Events is proud to be partner with your Hometown Auto Stores, A&A Auto to present the Carlisle Truck Nationals.
Carlisle Events is proud to be partner with your Hometown Auto Stores, A&A Auto 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.
Got Van Plans? Make some for 2022 as Carlisle Truck Nationals welcomes CustomVan.com as the sponsor and host of the 10th edition of VANARAMA at Carlisle!
Got Van Plans? Make some for 2022 as Carlisle Truck Nationals welcomes CustomVan.com as the sponsor and host of the 10th 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.
Visit our sponsor CustomVan.com online now and be sure to get involved with the August showcase!
The Vanners also have their own awards and would like to recognize the following 2021 winners:
BEST OF SHOW: Brett & Dorinda Sutton Best Dodge Van: Paul Shormount Best Ford Van: Gary Larkin Best GM Van: Bubba Didit Best Interior: Phil & Wendy Martin Best Paint: Brett & Dorinda Sutton Best Display: Phil & Wendy Martin Best Theme: Laurel Mora
Every year at Carlisle Truck Nationals, The Old Fire Farts of York County always presents a unique display of Fire Truck History. This year they are planning to feature Darley Engines within their Building T Display. This display is expected to be a real treat for truck enthusiasts!
Every year at Carlisle Truck Nationals, The Old Fire Farts of York County always presents a unique display of Fire Truck History. This year they are planning to feature Darley Engines within their Building T Display. This display is expected to be a real treat for truck enthusiasts!
The Old Fire Farts 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.
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.
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 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.
If you would like to learn more about the American Truck Historical Society, please visit their web site at www.aths.org
Show Your Hauler during the Big Rig Show and Shine
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, 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, considering 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 during Truck Show Weekend
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.
Congratulations to our 2021 Elite winners:
Bailey Drake- 1968 International Loadstar
Anthony Florance- 1928 Ford Model A
Joseph Gaynor - 2013 Ram 2500
Robert Keffer - 1992 Kenworth K100E
Greg Lanosz- 1999 Isuzu Amigo
Brian Markline- 2000 Chevy S-10
Jonathan Moore- 1965 Datsun 520
Steven Robinson- 1966 Ford F100
Joe Scott- 1978 Dodge Van
Walter Teel- 2013 Ram 1500
Join or watch the High Truck contest on Saturday afternoon of the Truck Nationals. 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 afternoon 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.
Congratulations to our 2022 Winner - Matt Guy and his 1997 Chevy 3500!
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 mini truck, you just might be the perfect participant for the low truck limbo at the Carlisle Truck Nationals. Join us Saturday afternoon 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 afternoon 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.
Congratulations to our 2022 Winner - Nick Day – 1994 Chevy S10
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.
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!
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!
Congratulations to our top three in 2022:
1 - Justin Kline – 1998 GMC Sonoma
2 - Nick Riddell – 1998 Chevy S10
3 - Kari Davis – 2000 Chevy Astro Van
A&A Auto Stores Offers Exhaust Installations from Top Brands
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!
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.
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. Winning trucks will have an opportunity to showcase their vehicles during the Truck Nationals winners parades!
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
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
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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!
Carlisle Events has always been an affordable destination for family fun when it comes to car shows. New this season, a military discount is offered for military who enjoy the sights, experiences and excitement of car shows.
Carlisle Events has always been an affordable destination for family fun when it comes to car shows. New this season, a military discount is offered for military who enjoy the sights, experiences and excitement of car shows.
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. This discount perfectly complements one of the marquee fairgrounds backdrops, the U.S. Army War College, as well as the thousands of active and retired service personnel who call the Cumberland Valley home. 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.
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!
Free Admission with Event Ticket during Rear View Mirror Sunday
Bought a Ticket for the Event? Bring it Back on Sunday and Get In for FREE
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. 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)!
Sunday's will operate as follows:
Gates Open at 7AM
Buildings T, Y, & Z Opens at 7AM
Guest Services Opens at 9AM
Vendor Services Opens at 8AM
Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend! We hope to see you there.
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.
Unique Show "Extras" on Carlisle Overstock Ebay Store
From Diecast to Banners and More
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!
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...
Check out the 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
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.
