April 2015 E-News Letter

TheCarShowJournal.com Monthly E-News Letter

April 2015

 

Spring has finally sprung and car show season is in full swing! April is full of events all over the south! It shouldn’t be too hard to find something close to you to attend!

North Carolina Events

The month kicks off in Charlotte with the twice a year trip to Charlotte Motor Speedway for the Auto Fair. CLICK HERE for more info.

The Goodguys will be in the state this month for their inaugural event in Raleigh. CLICK HERE for more info.

For those local to me, there will be a free cruise in on the 10th at the SCC Campus in Sylva, NC. CLICK HERE for more info.

For all of the events in North Carolina for the month of April, CLICK HERE

 

South Carolina Events

You don’t have to look far in the Greenville area to find an event to go to this month. The highlight of April will be the cruise in’s at Westminister and the two in Seneca. All three kick off this month. The details and all the South Carolina events are at the link below.

http://thecarshowjournal.com/category/south-carolina/april/

 

Georgia Events

The NMRA & NMCA thunder into Atlanta Dragway in the middle of the month for the 7th Annual All Star Nationals. Not only does this feature drag racing but a two day car show as well. CLICK HERE for more info.

Atlanta Motor Speedway will host its second annual Motorama on the 18th and 19th. CLICK HERE for more info on this show.

Also, don’t forget the swap meet at Altanta Dragway on the 4th as well as many other great events, click the link below for all the Georgia events for April!

http://thecarshowjournal.com/category/georgia/april-georgia/

 

National Events

From Carlisle to Rod Run in Pigeon Forge, there are tons of National Events in April, click the link below to see them all.

http://thecarshowjournal.com/category/nationwide/april-nationwide/

Don’t forget to the check the links on a regular basis, we are always adding shows!

 

 

March 2015 E-News Letter

TheCarShowJournal.com Monthly E-News Letter

March 2015

 

Do you have cabin fever yet? If you do, join the club! I think everyone is tired of the snow and ready for spring time and car shows! The good news is, there are plenty right around the corner! Take a look at what is coming up in March!

North Carolina Events

Sunday, March 22nd I will be co-hosting a show for Relay For Life in Franklin, NC. I’d like to personally invite you to attend! More information at the link below!

http://thecarshowjournal.com/2015/03/02/3-22-the-sunday-drive-for-life-franklin-nc/

On the 21st Asheville, NC will host its monthly Cars & Coffee.

Cars & Coffee will also be happening in Charlotte on March 7th.

For all of the March North Carolina events, click the link below.

http://thecarshowjournal.com/category/north-carolina/march-north-carolina/

South Carolina Events

The big event for March in South Carolina will be the annual Run To The Sun in Myrtle Beach. Held the 19th through the 21st, this is one of the years most popular shows.

For all of the event listings for South Carolina in March, click the link below.

http://thecarshowjournal.com/category/south-carolina/march/

Georgia Events

Swap meets are the highlight in March for Georgia with Atlanta Dragway hosting their monthly meet on the 7th as well as their first two day meet on the 20th and 21st.

For all of the March events in Georgia, click the link below!

http://thecarshowjournal.com/category/georgia/march-georgia/

National Events

There are plenty other big shows going on across the nation, click the link below to see those!

http://thecarshowjournal.com/category/nationwide/march-nationwide/

Remember, for all your event coverage, visit our sister sitehttp://www.jdsmotorsports.com

 

3-21: 5th Annual Big Event Car Show: Greensboro, GA

Feb. 2015 E-News Letter

TheCarShowJournal.com Monthly E-News Letter
February 2015

Hello and welcome to our inaugural e-news letter for TheCarShowJournal.com. First off, if you wish to be removed from this email list, simply reply to this email and put STOP in the subject line. TheCarShowJournal.com is a website I launched late last fall to give people a place to find out about car shows in the south. Our main focus as of now is North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia. But we also share national events and many events from Florida, Tennessee and surrounding areas.

Our monthly news letter will highlight some of the major events in the area for the upcoming month and provide links to all of that months events on our site. If you have an event and want to get it on our site, please contact us and we will be glad to post your event. We also offer several packages you can buy to help further promote your event. We also offer advertising packages for your business as well.

Lastly before we get started with the events, we’d like to ask you to share our website with your friends, neighbors, and fellow car lovers! Help us help the site grow into something big and a great tool for everyone to use!

North Carolina Events
This month there are two Cars & Coffee events going on, one in Asheville on the 21st and one in Charlotte on the 7th.

The 13th Annual Shriners Drag Racing & Hot Rod Expo is in Greensboro the 20th and 21st.

To view all of our North Carolina Events for February, click the link below. Be sure and check back as the month goes on as new events may be added!

http://thecarshowjournal.com/category/north-carolina/february-north-carolina/

South Carolina Events
We don’t have a lot of events listed in February right now, in fact the only thing we do have is the Greenville Cars & Coffee event. But I’m sure as more events are announced this listing will grow. Click the link below for the info!

http://thecarshowjournal.com/category/south-carolina/february/

Georgia Events
We have several Georgia events listed for February.

There is a great show in Tucker on Valentines Day.

Also for you drag racing fans, don’t forget about Lights Out 6 in Adel, Georgia at South Georgia Motorsports Park, its one of the biggest, if not THE biggest drag radial race in the country!

There is also a few cars and coffee type events throughout the month. Click the link below for all the info!

http://thecarshowjournal.com/category/georgia/february-georgia/

National Events
From World Of Wheels to the Winter Autofest to Nopi, we have several national events listed already. Click the link below to see them!

http://thecarshowjournal.com/category/nationwide/february-nationwide/

Well that’s it for February, look for lots more event postings as the site grows and Spring comes in!

Remember, for all your event coverage, visit our sister site http://www.jdsmotorsports.com

1-21 to 1-24: 37th Annual FLA Chapter NCRS Regional Meet: Lakeland, FL

http://www.ncrs.org/news-and-events/event-info.php?ev_id=R86C8jFGsnaOsSfeMNQLtrf3PQGyDdD8QfhD2UnWEns

 

37th Annual Florida Chapter NCRS Regional Meet at Sun N Fun facilities Lakeland Linder Airport Lakeland Florida

In addition to the normal judging and training activities this event offers a Corvette oriented swap meet (150 venders), reasonable lodging within a 10 min drive, an adjacent RV park, and plenty of activities for the family at the nearby (30 min) Theme parks including Disney and Legoland

3-27 to 3-29: Spring Turkey Rod Run: Daytona Beach, FL

http://www.turkeyrun.com/Turkey_Run_Home.html

 

2015 Spring Turkey Rod Run, Daytona Beach, Florida at Daytona International Speedway

2-6 to 2-8: World Of Wheels: Birmingham, Alabama

http://worldofwheels.net/

 

The Birmingham, AL O’Reilly Auto Parts World of Wheels is held annually, during the second weekend of February, at the beautiful Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex. The show utilizes over 220,000 square feet of exhibition space to put on one of the best and most beautiful custom auto shows in the country.

10-18: 30th Annual Good Neighbors Car Show: Blairsville, GA

30th Anniversary car and truck show

Street rods, special interest, antiques, new car class, rat rods, motorclces, corvettes, and pick-ups(new and old).

October 18th 2014

Rain date October 19th 2014

Blairsville, Georgia

Hwy 515, United Community Bank

20 dollar entry fee

For more info call Marc Tuschel 706-835-9010 or Joe McGinnis 706-782-2805, 864-980-1616

 

4-17 to 4-19: 23rd Annual Bunny Run: Jackson, TN

23rd Annual Bunny Run, Jackson, Tennessee.

April 17, 18, 19.

Fairgrounds Park

Proceeds Donated To Underprivileged Children’s Christmas Shopping Spree

For more info visit http://www.bunnyrun.info

11-22: 12th Annual Christmas For Kids Hendrick Motorsports Show: Concord, NC

9-20: Chip Foose Braselton Bash: Braselton, GA

9th Annual Chip Foose Edition Braselton Bash
Saturday, September 20th, 2014 at YEARONE in Braselton, Georgia (Rain or Shine)
Join us September 20, 2014 when YEARONE and The Hot Rodders Children’s Charity once again team up with automotive guru and television star Chip Foose for a very special Braselton Bash event. Always the highlight of the Braselton Bash season, the Foose show should be on your “Don’t Miss” event list for 2014! As always, thank you for your support of the HRCC.
Activities Include
Foose Select Car Show
Participant Vote Car Show
Silent Auction
Kids Area
Burn Out Exhibition
Foose Select Car Show Group:
$100 entry (part # BBFSG). The Foose Select Group is limited to the first 100 vehicle entries at a cost of $100 per vehicle. A photo is taken with the entrant’s vehicle and Chip. Vehicles should be ready for judging prior to entering photo area. The Foose Select Group will have a special parking area. Chip will be choosing one vehicle as the Chip Foose Select Award Winner. The winner will have their vehicle sketched by Chip Foose and an invitation to attend dinner plus one with Chip and Kevin King Sunday night, September 21, 2014. Purchase your spot now by phone at 1-800-932-7663 or at the YEARONE parts counter until Friday, September 12. On the day of the show we will be selling the tickets at the gate until they run out (max 100).
Participant Vote Car Show Group:
$25 Entry (available day of show). The Best of Show winner is decided by participant vote. The Best of Show winner receives an invitation to attend a dinner with Chip Foose and Kevin King (President of YEARONE) on Sunday night September 21, 2014. The remaining 4 of the top 5 will be awarded a $50 YEARONE gift certificate.
Show Hours – *Subject to change
Participant Vote Group Car Show: Noon – 7:00PM
Foose Select Group Photo: 8:30AM – 10.00AM
Foose Select Group Car Show: Noon – 7:00PM
Silent Auction: 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Autograph Session: 1:00PM – 5:00PM
Chip Foose Autograph Procedure:
Obtain a numbered Chip Foose autograph card from the DJ booth. Groups of numbers will be called periodically throughout the allotted autograph session time. Please listen closely to the PA announcements for number groups to be called.
Only enter the autograph line after the group that contains the number on your card has been called. Chip will sign as many cards as possible within the allotted time, but possession of a card does not guarantee an autograph. *Autograph session time is still to be determined.
Only this card and an event T-shirt can be autographed. No other items will be autographed – please do not bring other items into the line.
Sketches may be requested. Please note that sketches will only be done on the event T-shirt and require a $100 donation to the HRCC at time of the sketch (cash or check only).
Only cardholders will be allowed in the autograph line, and only one card per person please.
Car Show Pricing (free for spectators)
Participant Vote Group: $25 per vehicle
Foose Select Group: $100 per vehicle. To pre-register for the Foose Select group, order part#

 

11-27 to 11-30: 41st Annual Turkey Rod Run: Daytona Beach, FL

41st Annual TURKEY ROD RUN at Daytona International Speedway.

 

http://www.turkeyrun.com/Turkey_Run_Home.html

10-1 to 10-5: Fall Carlisle: Carlisle, PA

Fall Carlisle – a collector and classic car swap meet, car corral and auction – is the next to last event of the calendar year for Carlisle Events and marks the end of the Carlisle based show and swap meet season. The event plays host to thousands of collector and classic automotive enthusiasts, who travel to the 150-acre Carlisle PA Fairgrounds from all points of the globe to buy, sell and celebrate all things automotive. This is a fun-filled weekend the entire family will enjoy. While exploring the grounds and 8,100 vending spaces, you will marvel at one of the largest automotive swap meets in the world. Carlisle is the place to purchase any of the 2,000 vehicles at the car corral where you can slip behind the wheel and get a feel for the vehicle. Even better, you can deal directly with the car owner to work out the best price. This is where you can buy, sell and trade with total confidence. All roads lead to Carlisle, Pennsylvania where you’ll find a community of passionate motorheads and a commitment to superb service that can only be achieved through more than three decades of know-how. – See more at: http://www.carlisleevents.com/carlisle-events/carlisle-fall-swap-meet-corral-auction/default.aspx#sthash.8yQ7dsLG.dpuf

8-1 to 8-3: Carlisle Truck Nationals: Carlisle, PA

The Carlisle Truck Nationals and its show within the show, the Big Rig Show and Shine, are one of the largest and most action-packed truck events in the world. The weekend is a must-attend event and has been the epicenter for all things truck since 1991. Come to Carlisle for a great array of lowered mini trucks, lifted 4x4s, chromed out big rigs, SUV’s, custom vans and the perfectly restored classics. The weekend celebrates trucks of all kinds. Annually, more than 2,000 trucks are part of the judged showfield but more than judged excellence, there is something for the entire family to enjoy. Kids ages 12 and under are admitted free, allowing them and their families to enjoy monster truck shows. Better yet, attendees can climb in for a monster truck ride around the grounds. The family fun continues with the Kids at Carlisle Activity Center, shopping, parts buying at the Manufacturers Midway and much more. In addition to the family fun there will be various competitions with prizes awarded and celebrity guests. The pulse-pounding fun continues with special contests, including burnouts and beauty. The weekend features more than you can imagine.

Judging for the event takes place on Saturday only between 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This program is exclusive to participants who register for the judged competition. All who registered to be judged must be parked in their designated class and have their truck prepared for judging by 10:00 a.m. Saturday.

– See more at: http://www.carlisleevents.com/carlisle-events/carlisle-truck-nationals/default.aspx#sthash.dyDNohxI.dpuf

7-17 to 7-19: Carlisle Performance & Style: Carlisle, PA

Carlisle Performance & Style is an automotive event that only Carlisle Events can deliver! Performance & Style is THE event to see the latest trends in the motorsports world with over 2,000 custom import tuners, stanced and slammed euros, modern domestics, mini-trucks, high level builds and everything in between. Looking for racing as well? Test out your skills with autocross or get your hoon on with drifting put on by NICOClub.com. Add in our Carlisle Top Flight Judging, Real Street Car Shootout, burnouts, themed indoor displays and the various activities around the fairgrounds to complete a weekend packed full of entertainment. Whether it’s slamming gears or polishing wheels, Carlisle Performance & Style delivers! – See more at: http://www.carlisleevents.com/carlisle-events/carlisle-performance-style/default.aspx#sthash.A8d7S4QD.dpuf

7-10 to 7-12: All Chrysler Nationals: Carlisle, PA

Welcome to a true Mopar-lover’s paradise. There’s nothing quite like it anywhere in the world with over 2,100 vehicles from all eras of the Chrysler brand, classics, muscle cars, high-performance new models all converge on Carlisle for a one of a kind weekend. You need to be here for the enormous showfield that is organized by year, make and model, special indoor displays, activities for the kids, industry guests, and special prizes. Interested in parts buying? Look no further! You’ll be amazed at the size of the swap meet, the variety of vendors, the car corral, and the Manufacturers Midway. Whether you prefer the A, B or E body style – this show has it all! Registration is available online or by calling our office at (717) 243-7855. Please note: refunds will not be issued less than 19 days prior to the beginning of the event and winners’ lists are subject to change.

New to this event is Early-Bird Thursday. By attending on Thursday, anyone interested in looking for a deal as part of the swap meet or car corral can get a jump on those who may not arrive until Friday or later. Admission costs apply for Thursday, however; there is no charge for parking in Carlisle owned and operated lots. – See more at: http://www.carlisleevents.com/carlisle-events/carlisle-chrysler-nationals/default.aspx#sthash.2P1QBlY6.dpuf

 

5-15 to 5-17: Carlisle Import & Kit Car Nationals: Carlisle, PA

This is a truly unique and engaging festival that showcases over 1,200 classic and high-performance vehicles. Take a tour through the grounds to enjoy imports and kit cars from at least seven different countries, representing thirty-seven unique manufacturers. Don’t miss the unbeatable parts shopping experience and a vending opportunity without comparison. Bring the family for a weekend full of fun with everything from prizes via the Passport Program to onsite autocross racing, club gatherings, cruises to historic scenic locations and even an activities area devoted to kids – the future of the hobby. – See more at: http://www.carlisleevents.com/carlisle-events/carlisle-import-kit-nationals/default.aspx#sthash.h4TPHY4V.dpuf

4-22 to 4-26: Spring Carlisle: Carlisle, PA

Spring Carlisle – a collector and classic car swap meet, car corral and auction – is the third event of the calendar year for Carlisle Events and marks the beginning of the Carlisle based show and swap meet season. The event plays host to thousands of collector and classic automotive enthusiasts, who travel to the 150-acre Carlisle PA Fairgrounds from all points of the globe to buy, sell and celebrate all things automotive. This is a fun-filled weekend the entire family will enjoy. While exploring the grounds and 8,100 vending spaces, you will marvel at one of the largest automotive swap meets in the world. Carlisle is the place to purchase any of the 2,000 vehicles at the car corral where you can slip behind the wheel and get a feel for the vehicle. Even better, you can deal directly with the car owner to work out the best price. This is where you can buy, sell and trade with total confidence. All roads lead to Carlisle, Pennsylvania where you’ll find a community of passionate motorheads and a commitment to superb service that can only be achieved through more than three decades of know-how. – See more at: http://www.carlisleevents.com/carlisle-events/carlisle-spring-swap-meet-corral-auction/default.aspx#sthash.tRL5gTei.dpuf

11-7 & 11-8: Cruise The Smokies: Cherokee, NC

Cruise The Smokies, pre 1982, Pre Reg. $30, $35 day of show. Info: 828-497-2603.

9-13: Chattanooga Cruise In: Chattanooga, TN

The Chattanooga Cruise In is one of the premier car events in the South! With hundreds of cars, and thousands of spectators converging on downtown Chattanooga, Tennessee, it’s an incredible event that continues to grow.

http://www.chattanoogacruise-in.com/

9-18 to 9-21: Charlotte Auto Fair: Concord, NC

http://www.charlotte-autofair.com/

The Hornets Nest Region, AACA, will again produce our world famous and much celebrated Charlotte AutoFair Event, which will provide more than 6,500 collector car Flea Market Vendor spaces to buy and sell restoration parts and supplies for almost any vehicle ever produced — also included are more than 1,000 Car Corral vehicle spaces for buying and selling collector vehicles of all descriptions!  HNR plans for more than 100,000 Eager Collector Vehicle Buyers and Restorers to attend Charlotte AutoFair!  The Hornets Nest Region, AACA, has produced Charlotte AutoFair for more than thirty-five years to thrill auto enthusiasts from all over the world!

Parking is easier from Morehead Road – enter from that side of the speedway and you are immediately into the world of collector cars!

      Shop freely between the Green Field outside the track and the Orange Field and Blue Field inside.  Use the Underpass Gate 26 to shop between outside and inside.  Have your hand stamped if needed to leave Charlotte AutoFair and come back the same day.

      Please note:  As with any large collector vehicle flea market, the Hornets Nest Region cannot require vendors to attend or require vendors to remain thru-out the event – please plan accordingly, especially if you are attending for the first time!  Friday and Saturday are always the busiest days of Charlotte AutoFair!

9-11 to 9-13: Fall Rod Run: Pigeon Forge, TN

Fall Rod Run – at LeConte Center of Pigeon Forge. This Pigeon Forge Fall Rod Run is one of the most popular car shows in Pigeon Forge simply because of the cooler weather, lack of summertime visitors, and the slight chance of seeing some fall colors start to show! This Pigeon Forge rod run features thousands of hot rods and muscle cars of a years, makes, models, colors, and sizes. It’s eye-candy for car lovers! 865-687-3976. Info: 865-687-3976 or www.rodrun-pigeonforge.com

9-6 & 9-7: Shades Of The Past: Pigeon Forge, TN

Shades Of The Past Car Show, Hod Rod Round up, HUGE Exhibitor Area, Rods, Customs and Classics through 1972, Giant Swap Meet, Prize #1 32 Ford Hi Boy Roadster “Alloways”, Prize #2 $10,000, Reg. $60 which includes two adult admission both days & eligible to win the 32 Ford Hi Boy Roadster.

10-25 & 10-26: 47th Annual Moonshine Festival: Dawsonville, GA

47th Annual Moonshine Festival-Annual Festival and Car Show. All proceeds support KARE for Kids, Inc. a non-profit organization. This event includes arts, crafts, food, music and activities for the entire family. Sunday: 8:00AM – 5:00AM, Saturday: 8:00AM – 7:00AM. We hope you can join us this year for the 5th Annual Moonshine Run. Participants will gather at the City Municipal Complex to check in from 9:00 am until 9:45 am on Friday, October 25, 2013. The tour will depart Dawsonville at 10:00 am. We will be travelling on a different set of roads in the beautiful North Georgia Mountains this year (more details to come) and making some stops, Come enjoy our rolling car show, meet up with old friends, meet new ones, have lunch with us, relax and get the weekend started off on the right foot. Expect to arrive back in the City of Dawsonville by mid-afternoon just in time to attend the Moonshine Festival Cruise In activities (food, music, etc.) Info: info@kareforkids.us, 706.216-.KARE (5273).

10-18: 30th Annual Good Neighbors Car Show: Blarsville, GA

30th Annual Good Neighbors Auto Club’s Classic Car Show, @ United Community Bank – 177 Highway 515 East, In order to serve our customer’s banking needs during this event, both our Main Office and our Brackett’s Way Office will be open 9:00 – Noon. Our Ingles Office will be open 10:00 am – 4:00 pm. Come out and enjoy the show – Info: Marc Tuschel 706-835-9010.