When the first Carlisle Events offering in 2024 took place back in January with Auto Mania in Allentown, no one could have anticipated the impact that its 50th Anniversary season would have on both the company and the car community.  Show by show, month by month, magical moments and memories were happening in real time, both by individuals and their families.  Now, with Fall Carlisle on the horizon at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds (October 2-6), Carlisle Events would like to welcome families back one last time.  In conjunction with Grandparents Day and as a way to say thanks for a great 2024, Carlisle Events is pleased to announce a special spectator admission ticket discount.

The discount offer applies to all forms of spectator admission tickets for the flagship Fall Carlisle event, this year driven by Hemmings.  The discount is available for online purchases and would be as follows; $10 for a single-day ticket ($13 at the gate) or $35 for a full event pass ($38 at the gate).  The one and two tickets with parking spectator admission packages will also be discounted.  Best of all, with September 8 tapped as Grandparents Day, it gives even more meaning to this discount, as those fun family moments that are best enjoyed at an automotive event can be shared with grandma or grandpa. 

Fall Carlisle is a five-day automotive flea market event that features a car corral, swap meet, and two-day classic and collector car auction powered by Carlisle Auctions (October 3-4) at the nearby Carlisle Expo Center.  In fact, between the auction and the car corral, there are over 1,000 cars spanning automotive production history available that could find new homes by the end of the event.  Plus, just announced, Building T will feature a collectibles and vehicle display, have an overstock Carlisle merchandise sale, and more. 

Enjoy the event with family, especially grandma and grandpa who could have easily driven many of these vehicles when they were new, is a fun and affordable form of fall entertainment.  Along with the ticketing discount, kids 12 and under are admitted free.  That means, if done right, two kids and their grandparents could attend a day at Fall Carlisle for $20; much cheaper than a movie, a trip to the mall, a day at the theme park, or even bowling. 

Don’t delay, the sale runs from August 30 at 9 AM through September 9 at 11:59.59 PM with all discounts being applied at checkout.  Not long after, Fall Carlisle, plus the auction commence and mark the end of automotive events season for Carlisle Events.  Buy today for yourself, friends, family, and loved ones at CarlisleEvents.com or call 717-243-7855 with any questions.  Gift cards are also available.   

There’s always something special about Corvettes at Carlisle weekend.  That’s been the case since 1982 and the uniqueness of this grand celebration of all things Corvette continued in 2024 with 3,044 Corvettes on the Aerolarri Wheels Fun Field.   It was also a chance to connect with old friends, make new ones, show off their Corvette, meet special guests, and see the special displays.

From the time the gates opened at 7 AM on August 22 through the final guest heading home at the end of the weekend, it’s fair to say that this was one of the all-time best Corvettes at Carlisle.  Special displays included a 50-year showcase of 1974 Corvettes, the NCRS Gallery, NCCC Judged Showfield, the Corvette Challenge Series reunion of both cars and drivers, and Chip’s Choice; this year, showcasing mean Corvettes.

Along with the special displays, THE draw was Team Chevrolet and their ALL-NEW Corvette ZR1.  This masterpiece drew crowds at every turn, including when it rolled to the stage for a pair of vehicle walkarounds.  It led Corvette lovers of all ages to the stage in the same way that the Pied Piper led children away from the town of Hamelin in the 13^th century.  Once parked, the minds behind the machine told the tale of its conception, design, and implementation, while explaining what makes it so amazing.  This included Harlan Charles, Corvette Product Manager; Josh Holder, Chief Engineer; and Kirk Bennion; Exterior Design Manager.    Further, new Executive Chief Engineer Tony Roma proudly chimed in, offering his feedback on Corvettes at Carlisle and this new, powerful Corvette.

The cars were not only on display, but they were also in motion too.  King of the X Presented by Lingenfelter Performance expanded to include a trio of competition classes, Mild 2 Wild offered a C4 Challenge, there was a rolling exhaust contest, and the Challenge Car drivers got behind the wheel of their storied racers to take some laps too.  In addition, Corvettes at Carlisle showcased its finalists for People’s Choice/Best of Show presented by Aerolarri Wheels, while Hemmings Marketplace supported club contests for both the largest club and largest registry.

Giving was a big part of the weekend too, as the Chip Miller Amyloidosis Foundation (CMAF) held its annual benefit dinner where nearly $50,000 was raised by way of donations, door prizes, and raffles.  In addition, via a partnership with the Lancaster County Corvette Club, a 2024 2LT Corvette C8 was awarded to Mark Murr from Lititz, PA. Mark had winning ticket 003, which is fitting since the number 3 is such an important part of Corvette racing’s history.  Dollars raised from that raffle supported both the CMAF and Clare House.  All new in 2024, the CMAF announced the Chip Miller Memorial Scholarship.  Available for applicants starting in December of 2024 and awarded in May of 2025, the scholarship has been seeded by way of a $3,000 donation.  It’s designed to support a high school, tech school, or college-aged student who has automotive interests. 

The Corvette fun wrapped up with an awards presentation at the stage on Saturday afternoon for contest winners, followed by the on-site awards parade.  From there, nearly 500 Corvettes roared off the grounds and into the community as part of the Downtown Carlisle Corvette Parade and Party.  Thousands of spectators, including many children, watched in amazement as they not only saw the wheels in motion but were able to pose for photos in front of or sit in the cars too. 

There was one more piece to the multi-day event, and that was a FREE all-makes Cars and Coffee Cruise-In on Sunday, August 25.  With hundreds of Corvettes and their owners heading southwest to Bowling Green, Kentucky for the annual Corvette Caravan, the event was a launching point for them, plus welcomed in even more car owners with vehicles spanning all brands.

While Corvettes at Carlisle has concluded for 2024, plans are ongoing for the 2025 event.  The showcase returns August 21-23 and will feature a 50^th Anniversary of 1975 Corvettes, NCCC 7-Sanctions judging, the NCRS Gallery, a Race Reunion, and a Chip’s Choice display featuring the ZR1.  Registration is now open and complete info will be forthcoming online at CarlisleEvents.com.  

Corvettes at Carlisle has been a staple at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds and a force in automotive circles since 1982.  For the past 40+ years, the world’s largest all-Corvette-themed car show can stake claim to the fact that EVERY Corvette Executive Chief Engineer has been to the show; from the very first mastermind, Zora Arkus-Duntov to the recently retired Tadge Juechter.  As the 2024 event looms, Corvettes at Carlisle is honored to announce that Tony Roma, the NEW leader of all things Corvette will make his Carlisle debut August 22-24.

In addition to Mr. Roma, Team Chevrolet has confirmed its roster of attendees, plus which modern machines they’ll be showcasing at Carlisle.  More than a dozen associates are joining Roma, each of whom plays a vital role in the vision, development, and building associated with bringing America’s sports car to the public.

Team Chevrolet Roster

1.  Tony Roma – Corvette Executive Chief Engineer
2.  Devon Blue – Corvette Program Manager
3.  Tony Stefanski – Corvette Assistant Program Manager
4.  Kirk Bennion – Corvette Exterior Creative Designer
5.  Garrett Kerns – Propulsion Vehicle Systems Engineer
6.  Josh Holder – Vehicle Chief Engineer
7.  Michael Bailey – Program Engineering Manager
8.  Dave Larson – Senior Quality Engineer
9.  Dan Hrodey – Aftersales Program Readiness Manager
10.  Harlan Charles – Corvette Marketing Manager
11.  Dustin Gardner – Small Block Assistant Chief Engineer
12.  David Simpson – Propulsion Program Quality Manager
13.  Ryan Trammell – Bowling Green Plant Launch Operations Manager
14.  Darrell Oakley – Performance Build Center Business Manager
15.  Kayla Felts – Bowling Green Human Resources
...and more!

In addition to staff, Team Chevrolet will have a gallery of Corvettes on display, all of which will be a backdrop to the show as they mix and mingle with showgoers from around the world.  Further, some of these rides will make their way to the Carlisle stage for walk-arounds hosted by select members of the Team Chevrolet roster.  Confirmed vehicles include the all-new ZR1, a ZR1 cut-away chassis, a pair of new Stingrays, two E-Rays, plus a Z06. 

Finally, guests of Corvettes at Carlisle can mix and mingle with Team Chevrolet in a variety of ways.  Not only will they hold court at their midway tent throughout the weekend, but they’ll be meeting guests to sign autographs, pose for photos, and answer questions specific to the Corvette.  Every interaction is free as part the Corvettes at Carlisle experience.  Gates open at 7 AM each day, kids 12 and under are admitted FREE, and even more details are available now at CarlisleEvents.com.  Don’t miss out!  

Anyone who’s ever gone to a large-scale event where there’s guaranteed fun to be had can relate to spending three days at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds for the biggest all-truck-themed event in the region; the Carlisle Truck Nationals and Big Rig Show and Shine.  This year’s truck showcase (August 2-4) hit the 2,880 truck mark, meaning for the fourth consecutive year, the event set a NEW Showfield record for registered trucks.  That milestone continues a growth trend for a show that’s more than doubled in size over the past ten years.  Along the way, truck lovers of all ages hauled in with high hopes and rolled out with memories to last a lifetime.

Gates opened at 7 AM daily and offered countless smiles per hour from start to finish each day.  Guests were treated to four monster truck shows with Brutus and Avenger, a pair of Freestyle FMX stunt shows, monster truck rides, truck competitions, displays, and fun for the kids.  Kids fun included Oxford Power Wheels racing, kids bingo, a kids cash grab, free goody bag for kids 12 and under, the ability for kids to help pick an award-winning truck in Building T, and the overall experience of seeing their toy box come to life right before their very eyes!

As special displays go, 2024 showcased some amazing SyTys in Building Y.  The anchor trucks to the group included one that was dubbed the world’s fastest truck along with another that raced to the top of Pikes Peak.  Not far from Building Y were the pavilion and Building T.  Under the pavilion roof and neighboring tents were dozens of amazing works of art; cool custom vans that made up Vanarama.  From a mini Mystery Machine to one with a hockey theme, another adorned in Alice in Wonderland art, fantasy art, and more, this area always draws a crowd.  Finally, Building T hosted a Featured Truck Display filled with a variety of trucks, including antique Fire Trucks presented by the Old Fire Farts of York County and antique Trucks presented by the American Truck Historical Society.

Antique fire trucks weren’t the only rides from a bygone era.  As part of the rapidly growing Big Rig Show and Shine, supported by Bergey’s Truck Center and Kenworth of PA, the American Truck Historical Society brought antique rigs to Carlisle.  Those trucks perfectly complimented the nearly 250 rigs on the south side of the grounds.  There were dump trucks, haulers with tractors on the back, trucks pulling trucks, cement mixers, tow trucks, and more.  Carlisle truly has become a great overnight destination for truckers rolling through central PA and for those who are passionate about showing their heavy hauler.

Other great aspects of the event were the Redneck Games hosted by local radio station Red 102.3, the National Parts Depot judged Showfield, and contests like the high truck challenge, low truck limbo, drop and drag, and rolling burnout contest.  Plus, the fairgrounds came to life on Saturday night with the popular Big Rig glow show. 

The weekend wrapped up with a pair of awards parades and one final monster truck show, perfectly setting the table for next year and the continued pursuit of 3,000 trucks. 

Speaking of next year, while 2024 is a wrap, plans are underway for 2025.  Save the dates, because the Carlisle Truck Nationals return August 1-3.  Get ready for another great weekend of all things truck and edge-of-your-seat family fun!  Learn more about the continuation of the Carlisle Events 50^th Anniversary season and make your plans at CarlisleEvents.com. 

It seems that every year something amazing rolls out of the Corvette factory in Bowling Green, Kentucky.  For 2024, their “something amazing” is the jaw-dropping 2025 ZR1 Corvette; a vehicle that’s been hyped for years and on Thursday, July 25, was unveiled to the world.  That same ZR1 model has been confirmed for debut at Corvettes at Carlisle, August 22-24 at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds.

Gates open at 7 AM on Thursday the 22^nd and with Team Chevrolet’s popular presence at the event, they always draw a crowd, both in their display tent and at the stage as part of vehicle walkarounds.  With the ZR1 confirmed, there’s no doubt the collective eyes of the event will be focused on the car and its 5.5L, twin-turbocharged DOHC flat-plan crank V8 engine; an engine that’s capable of 1,064 horsepower as a factory option off the dealer lot.   

There are so many amazing specs on this car it’s hard to summarize them all on one page, but the Chevrolet media page breaks them down in detail, including details on the unique aluminum wheels, a newly designed carbon fiber roof, LT7 engine intake finished in Edge Blue, and more.  What’s easy to outline is that Team Chevrolet WILL BE at Corvettes at Carlisle with at least one, but likely more than one ZR1 Corvette.  New colors available for this highly sought-after ride include Competition Yellow, Hysteria Purple, and Sebring Orange. 

Not only can guests see the ZR1 in person, but they can hear all about it from Team Chevrolet.  Their minds behind the machines will be easily accessible at the Team Chevrolet tent, with stage walkarounds likely too.  There, attendees can not only see the car under the bright Carlisle sun, but see it in motion AND hear its engine rev.  There are also planned tech sessions on the ZR1 with certified GM Technician Paul Koerner.  Koerner will discuss its 1970 humble beginnings through the boom of its rage and power in 2025.  Learn about the technology, balance, and luxury that make the ZR1 so amazing to drive and own. 

Team Chevrolet is just one amazing element of Corvettes at Carlisle 2024.  There’s a planned Challenge Car reunion, including nearly a dozen drivers from the original series, a 50-year display of 1974 Corvettes, Chip’s Choice which is focusing on “Mean Corvettes” this year, plus some fun with C4s, the NCRS Gallery, NCCC Judging, and more.  Finally, as guests enjoy all that 2024 has to offer, including the ZR1, they should quickly make plans for next year, as it’s been confirmed that Chip’s Choice 2025 will make the ZR1 its central focus.

Online registration for the Aerolarri Fun Field is open now through Monday, August 19, with in-person registration available thereafter.  Meanwhile, discounted spectator admission tickets are available online and in advance of the show, with kids 12 and under always admitted free.  Call 717-243-7855 today or visit CarlisleEvents.com to learn more!