Corvettes will continue to take center stage with their very own Fun Field at Winter AutoFest Lakeland! For 2022, we are introducing what we call "Gate-N-Go"! If you register prior to the gate-n-go deadline you'll save more than 10% off your registration and receive your entry window sticker in the mail prior to the event. This allows you to avoid stopping at the Tom Davis Building to pick it up! You just put window sticker on and cruise on in to the show. Once the Gate-N-Go deadline is up, the price will increase and the option to get your entry credential in the mail will go away!
 
By registering for the Corvette Fun Field you will gain you access to everything Winter AutoFest has to offer! Registration is available  by calling our office at 717-243-7855.
*Please note, ALL bidders must meet Carlisle Auctions bidder requirements to bid on vehicles. This includes any full price or discount bidder's pass sales as well complimentary bidder's passes offered. 

We saw just what Mopars could do at the 2020 Winter AutoFest, that it should come as no surprise that Mopars will be back and bigger in 2022! Whether you own a classic or muscle to modern or truck, we invite you to come show at Winter AutoFest Lakeland in the Mopar Only Fun Field.

Fun Field Registration offers parking in the Mopar ONLY Fun Field, all-weekend access for two to the event (Fri-Sun) featuring the automotive flea market vendors of all makes and models, two free bidder registration passes, seminars, great special displays and a full Midway offering just about anything you could want! 

Call 717-243-7855 for details OR e-mail us with questions about this awesome showcase and event weekend. 

*Please note, ALL bidders must meet Carlisle Auctions bidder requirements to bid on vehicles. This includes any full price or discount bidder's pass sales as well complimentary bidder's passes offered. 

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! Buy now with total confidence and enjoy the show!  

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If you like your Pony Power and/or all things Ford, then the Winter AutoFest has just that and then some for you. Via the Imperial Mustang Club of Polk County, you can be part of the 24th annual Mustangs & Mustangs…Legends Havin’ Fun Mustang and Ford show. This event is just as big as the name would indicate and it’s happening on Saturday, February 26, 2022. All Mustangs, Shelby, Steedas, Saleens and Ford powered cars and trucks are welcome. In addition to your car registration, you'll gain access to all aspects of Winter AutoFest to check out the automotive flea market, special displays, car corral, collector car auction, Air & Coach Concours and more! 

This weekend access is for anyone who pre-registers for the Mustangs & Mustangs event. Pre-registered cars will be judged in 21 classes and a portion of the proceeds will go to local charities. Register for this unique part of Winter AutoFest via the Imperial Mustang Club’s Website.

Join us for the Club Challenge at Winter AutoFest! The desire for clubs to attend has been noted in the past few years, so what's better than a little playful rivalry! Corvette Clubs and Mopar Clubs are encouraged to apply to be an "Official Club" and duke it out in our Club Challenge!

We are throwing down the gauntlet for a battle between clubs to see who has the most cars registered! There will be awards for the top 3 clubs based on number of registrations on Saturday at Winter AutoFest! As a bonus, we will provide a FREE  20’ X 20’ tent and Lakeland Club Banner to those clubs who register 25 vehicles or more. These tents are a great place to take a break and make a great club headquarters for the weekend. This program is only available for those that register for the Fun Fields! Additionally, compete to see who has the "Coolest Club" at Winter AutoFest by decking out your area and having down right FUN! The winner will receive an exclusive prize!

For information on official club registrations, email Jodim@carlisleevents.com or call 717-243-7855 x113 or fill out an online club application to become an Officially Recognized Club at Winter AutoFest. Just be sure to check the Winter AutoFest box when registering online!
 
Already a recognized club? You don’t need to do a thing except register for the event!  Once your club registers 25 or more vehicles you will automatically be sent a Club Tent Form. Easy!!

Register your club HERE.

Be part of the auction excitement at Winter Florida AutoFest at SUN 'n FUN Expo Campus in Lakeland for the ever-popular Lakeland Winter Collector Car Auction. This 2-day auction starts at 10:30 a.m. daily and sees well over 400+ cars cross the block. In addition, Carlisle Events and Carlisle Auctions are pleased to implement a "Free Unless Sold" guarantee.

The guarantee means almost literally what it states. Any consigned collector car (25 years or older) that does not sell as part of the auction will see most of the registration fees refunded to the consignee. Certain exceptions apply as it relates to refunds. Fees must be paid at the time of registration, either onsite or in advance, but no matter the time slot the vehicle runs, if it doesn't sell, it's free!

This new revolutionary aspect should yield more cars crossing the block as each owner can submit their classic without the worry of losing the registration fees if the vehicle is not sold. The policy is a win-win and allows enthusiasts to buy and sell with even more confidence.

In addition to offering "Free Unless Sold," Carlisle Events and Carlisle Auctions are also offering special "feature vehicle" slots. These slots are limited, but if selected, will be positioned indoors within the auction house. When applying to consign, select "feature vehicle" within the registration paperwork. At that point, the Carlisle Auctions' team will make a determination on inclusion.

If accepted, the fee is $600 ($400 for the consignment and $200 for featured status). If the featured consignment doesn't sell, only the $400 consignment fee is refunded (call for details).

For the auction, there will be some modifications due to COVID. In compliance with CDC suggestions and state of Florida regulations, Carlisle Auctions will offer added hand washing stations, hand sanitizing options, encourage social distancing and the wearing of masks. The event will be accessible to guests (buyers, sellers, staff, business partners and spectators) per guidelines in place at the time of the February auction. Even though there are indoor elements associated with the auction, the facility in fact has open hangar doors on both ends and breezeways on both sides. Further, since this is an airplane hangar, there is more than enough built-in opportunities to social distance. Since in-person options are different, it’s important to utilize the various options to bid and buy.

Finally, if you are wondering what type of collector cars are available, the categories frequently look like this: Muscle Car, Street Rod, Classic Car, Antique, Luxury, Exotic, Race Car, Sports Car, Specialty Truck and Motorcycle.

If you are interested in machines that fall in the aforementioned groups or you have something you'd like to consign, contact one of our Auction Specialists at 717-960-6400.

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We invite national, regional and local clubs to make Winter AutoFest home for one of your club outings! No zoning, no permits and no worries – register ahead of time with your club affiliation and enjoy the show! Pre-register your club and your club will be listed in the Show Directory.

Once your club has registered, you will receive a FREE marketing kit to highlight your participation in the event. This is a great way to tell your club where you’ll be!! We will share your attendance with our audience and feature your club as an “Officially Recognized Club” with the very first registration received confirming your attendance. 

For information on official club registrations and outings, e-mail our car club team or fill out an online club application to become an Officially Recognized Club at Winter AutoFest. Be sure to check the Winter AutoFest box when registering online! You can also call our office at 717-243-7855 x113 for assistance on the program. 

We can't wait to see you in February at the show and have you and your car club be part of the excitement. (Special club perks available for Corvette and Mopar Clubs - click here for more information). 

The car corral is where individuals offer vehicles only (no parts, etc.) for sale. You can shop and make the deal directly with the owner. Spaces are approximately 10’ frontage x 20’ depth. Be sure to secure your space in order to sell your collector car. If you are a buyer, don't miss a great chance to walk the grounds and browse a wide array of vehicles for sale. Deal directly with the owner and broker a deal in no time. For car corral information, contact Carlisle Events at 717-243-7855.

Whether you call it an automotive flea market or auto jumble, one of the highlights at Winter AutoFest Lakeland is its massive area of new and used auto parts and accessories. You'll find everything from engines to transmissions, axles to chassis, steering to tail lights and just about everything in between. There is also a great selection of memorabilia available, including vintage signs, gas pumps, toys and more. The automotive flea market provides a perfect outlet to find a hidden gem or missing resto piece for your at- home project. Product conditions will vary, but rest assured you’ll find great shopping at Lakeland.

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For vending and corral spaces, you may also contact Tim Demark at 717-805-0509. 

There's picking, and then there's picking. Winter AutoFest in Lakeland aims to offer you the type of picking experience that even the big TV shows would be proud of. Antiques, collectibles and more will be available via multiple vendors throughout the event. Pickers, flippers and dealers are welcome and you can be part of the fun too! Satisfy your obsession of wanting to find rare and unique merchandise. Our vendors aren't just coming to show, they are coming to sell. From coin operated items to classic signs, memorabilia, antiques and more, we'll have you covered!

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Show off your ride via the Carlisle Collector Car Cruise-In at Winter AutoFest Lakeland! The car cruise takes place each day of the show and is FREE for the car and driver. Passengers must pay the daily admission, but if they are ages 12 and under they are free too! Cruise-in for one day...free, two days...free,  or all three days, still free.

When you cruise-in, you have access to all aspects of the event, including the collector car auction, automotive flea market, car corral, special displays, the car cruise itself and MORE. By participating in the Cruise-In, you're also eligible for the AutoFest Favorite Awards that will be selected on Friday & Saturday of the event! 

If you're interested in having your club attend, find more information on how to become an Officially Recognized Club HERE.

Winter AutoFest continues to perfectly weave its automotive history with the heritage of SUN ‘n FUN Expo Campus. Now, you can experience central Florida’s biggest and best automotive weekend with airplane rides via a World War II era 1941 Stearman Bi-Plane. See the entire show from high above the facility via an aircraft used by the US Army Air Forces to train pilots in World War II. Whether you want a scenic flight or an aerobatic adventure, this flight will put a smile on your face via this vintage open air ride experience.

Classic cars and classic planes, the perfect way to spend a day or the entire weekend. A fee will apply. That fee is $99 for a standard ride/flight or $199 where you get to have some hands on control of your in-flight experience. You want more? You got it! Add $75 more to your experience for some aerobatic thrills. Regardless of how you ride, don't miss out on this unique chance to experience Winter AutoFest in Lakeland at SUN ‘n FUN.

Weather permitting, rides are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Sunday.

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Carlisle Events and Carlisle Auctions present the annual Air & Coach Concours. All who participate will enjoy a three-night stay, including the two-day auction, February 25-26, 2022.  Additional details on the $299 package include:

• 50 amp service and water included - sanitation available
• Two FREE bidders passes ($200 value) and drink vouchers
• Two $20.00 food coupons to use Friday/Saturday

As noted, the auction spans two days (2/25-2/26) and offers nearly 100 years of automotive history for sale to the highest bidder. Air & Coach participants will receive entry into the auction with their bidder’s badge.

If you'd like to be part of the fun, register today!

 For inclusion in the air display, please contact our office at 717-243-7855.

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SUN ‘n FUN Expo Campus offers top-notch camping facilities! Both full and partial hook up spots are available. (Dry camping is also available). For more information and to book your space, visit:

https://flysnf.org/venue/year-round-camping/

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

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

For clear cut results in selling your merchandise, selling your car/cars or highlighted exposure for your company’s manufactured parts and/or accessories connect with Carlisle Events today to see if you qualify. Your shortcut to possible increased earnings at Carlisle Events is one click away.  Secure your space online today by filling out the Vendor Package Form or contact Tim DeMark via e-mail or by phone at 717-243-7855 ext. 198 to learn more.

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! 

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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!

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Carlisle Auctions continues to promote some of the best auction events within the hobby and right now, you can download the Carlisle Auctions app. Visit the iTunes store and search Carlisle Auctions to download the app and you can be in the know and in the mix on all things auctions going forward.

Want to watch the live auction stream of Spring Carlisle, the Summer Sale, Fall Carlisle or the event in Lakeland, Florida? This app can do that. Do you want browse consignments with one tap of your finger? Yep…the app can do that too. How about registering to bid and take home your first or next classic with Carlisle Auctions? Absolutely! The all-new Carlisle Auctions can help with that too. 
 

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Winter AutoFest events offer a nice array of classic cars and car pieces and parts for sale, but did you know that the event is about more than just fast cars and a great deal? It’s true! When you come to Winter AutoFest you really should bring your family and enjoy a nice meal. The grounds offer a wide array of food vendors that will no doubt leave you wanting more. From corn dogs to beef tips, funnel cake, classic southern dishes, Greek food, homemade apple dumplings and more, there is a little something for everyone. Of course the event also offers the standard hamburgers, hot dogs and pizzas too, but the fair themed fare is always a popular attraction. It doesn't matter of it's on a stick, a bun or in a bowl, all food offerings are very affordable. So grab a drink and a bite, all while you enjoy one of the coolest events in central Florida.

Enthusiasts looking for lodging at an affordable price should look no further than the Extended Stay America in Lakeland.

Newly renovated and redesigned, Extended Stay America is here to make your stay in Lakeland, comfortable, affordable and convenient. Each room has a fully equipped kitchen! Our complimentary breakfast is rated one of the best in town. With a wide array of on-site amenities that include an up-to-date business center, fitness room, heated swimming pool and a guest laundry facility, Extended Stay America is the obvious choice for nightly or weekly stays in Lakeland. And since it’s located just off Interstate 4, access to restaurants and downtown Lakeland couldn’t be easier.

Located at 360 Lakeland Park Drive in Lakeland, the hotel is just 15 miles (21 minutes) from SUN n' FUN Expo Campus. It's close, convenient and affordable!

Book today by calling (863) 904-2050 or visit the hotel online to reserve a room for our automotive adventure at SUN 'n FUN Expo Campus in Lakeland. Don't hesitate though, a hotel like this will fill up fast.

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As always acres of parking is free and convenient at SUN 'n FUN Expo Campus. Adding to the convenience is the addition of “Courtesy Shuttles” to assist our guests as they arrive and depart the event in the parking areas. Upon arrival, please look for the golf carts marked “Courtesy Shuttle” to get a ride to the closest admission gate and when departing the same carts will return you to your vehicle. With plenty of parking spaces available and our “Courtesy Shuttles,” you'll be amazed at the convenience of it all. Handicap parking is also available on a first come, first serve basis for our guests. Please note that these areas are monitored and disabled parking permits are required to park in these areas. If you have a question regarding personal transportation needs while on-grounds, please call 717-243-7855 for details.

Bring the family to SUN ‘n FUN Expo Campus and Winter AutoFest for not only an automotive education, but one centered around air and space too. Positioned on the grounds is a museum that is as much educational as it is interesting. Filled with great exhibits that focus on aircraft, military and civilian life as well as the space program, you can catch a glimpse of unique memorabilia and get hands-on too. It’s sure to fascinate guests of all ages and is true family fun.

Aerospace Discovery at The Florida Air Museum