Carlisle Events has been doing “the car show thing” since 1974 with great success. That success over the past 46 years has led to expansion, including events in Florida. Now, with the growth of Winter AutoFest in Lakeland, Carlisle Events is pleased to announce that an all-new car show element is coming to the SUN ‘n FUN Expo Campus starting at 8 a.m. daily and running February 21-23, 2020.
First it was Mustangs in 2015, then it was Corvettes in 2019…now, Mopar Madness takes over the show. With a passionate enthusiast base who can often be heard saying “Mopar or no car,” it’s a given that not only will there be a solid turnout of cars and car owners, but vendors specific to the brand and fans, too.
For Carlisle Events, a Mopar themed showcase is nothing new. Annually, each July in Carlisle hosts the world’s largest all-Mopar themed weekend; the Carlisle Chrysler Nationals. That show draws nearly 3,000 cars and 60,000 guests, including a massive Mopar flea market. While the showcase in Lakeland won’t be that big, it will still offer some themed displays, guests and seminars.
Details are still being ironed out on the guest and seminar front, but Lou Santiago, of Car Fix on Motor Trend is slated to appear. Mopars will be part of the 1970/50-year showcase and Santiago, as well as others specific to the hobby will talk with guests about their beloved rides. Parts shopping will also be key to this display and Carlisle Events is now accepting vendor registration.
“Mopar owners are arguably the most passionate and loyal of any automotive brand,” noted Carlisle Chrysler Nationals event manager Ed Buczeskie. “There are a lot of Chrysler enthusiasts in Florida and since Ford and Chevrolet were being featured, I wanted to make sure the Pentastar was represented too. Rather than focus on one nameplate, ALL Mopar brands will be welcome.”
There are three great ways to experience this all-new showcase at Winter AutoFest Lakeland. The best way would be to show and car owners can do so at one of two price points. The $75 VIP package offers weekend admission for the car, car owner and a guest, plus two VIP bidder passes to the two-day auction, powered by Carlisle Auctions. In addition, the $75 option allows its holder and guest access to the VIP bidder’s breakfast on Saturday morning; offers two days of celebrity judging; exclusive photo opportunities to showcase your Mopar; a FREE event t-shirt and more!
Option two is a $25 Fun Field pass. Again, the car, car owner and guest will be part of the event each day, but are only eligible for the two days of judging along with auction access.
Finally, anyone can see the Mopars, the Mustangs and the Corvettes, the auction and/or shop the automotive flea market by purchasing a single day or full event spectator ticket. Simply park in the general parking lot, pay admission, walk on grounds and enjoy all that the event has to offer. While it is very much an option at $10 per adult (kids 12 and under free), it just might be more fun to be the attraction rather than just seeing the attractions.
Complete event details including links to register can be found at www.CarlisleEvents.com via the Winter AutoFest Lakeland page or by calling 717-243-7855 today!