Corvette Events
2023 Michelin NCM Bash
April 27-29, 2023
Kickoff of the NCM onsite event season with us here in Bowling Green, KY! Returning activities include a seminars by Michelin, Mobil 1, General Motors, Bowling Green Assembly Plant, and classroom sessions by GM certified Corvette Technician Paul Koerner. Enjoy guided road tours, a newly expanded car show, a live auction, vendors, and the announcement of the 2023 Corvette Hall of Fame Class.
A seminar schedule and a more detailed agenda will be made available as we can confirm the presenter’s ability to be onsite.
Watch the agenda for updates including:
Seminars featuring Bowling Green Assembly Plant, General Motors, Michelin, & Mobil 1
Classroom Sessions with Corvette Expert Paul Koerner
Product demonstrations by Corvette Store Partners
Live auction
Guided Road Tours
Evening Activities To Be Announced
National Corvette Museum Driven Content including:
- Demonstration Drives
- Artifact Spotlights on items exclusive to the Museum’s Collection
Online registration closes at 9:00am central time on Friday, April 7th. All activities are open to Event Registrants only. On-line registrants will receive a hardcard credential, lanyard, event pin and dash plaque. Lifetime registration is $35pp, member registration is $40pp and non-member registration is $50pp.
- Onsite registrations are available at the increased rates of $40 / $45 / $55.
- No refunds or cancellations after Advance Registration closes on April 7th
- Make sure you are signed onto NCM e-News to get the latest on event registration and updates.
Registration Available On-Site – To Register, please call Maci @ 270-467-8804 or Melissia @ 270 – 777 – 4556
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Michelin NCM Bash T-Shirt
Non-Member: $22.00 / Member: $20.00 / Lifetime: $19.00
Men’s Bash Event Polo
Non-Member: $26.00 / Member: $23.00 / Lifetime: $22.00
Ladies’ Bash Event Polo
Non-Member: $26.00 / Member: $23.00 / Lifetime: $22.00
Wednesday, April 26th | ||
| 9:00am | National Corvette Museum Opens | |
| Times Will Vary | Bash HPDE The National Corvette Museum has been hosting high performance driving events around the country since 2004, and this is your chance to take advantage of this prestigious program at the home of the Corvette!! Whether you’re a serious automobile enthusiast or a first-time driver, The National Corvette Museum HPDE driving program will help take your skills to the next level. In a very short time, you will find yourself driving better, smoother, faster and safer than you ever thought possible. Learn more here: https://www.motorsportspark.org/drive-your-car/
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| 2:00pm – 5:00pm | Advance Registration Pickup / Onsite Registration Opens
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Thursday, April 27th | ||
| 7:30am – 2:15pm | LT1: James Beam Tour & Lunch What makes our bourbon special are the eight generations behind it. Each of our family distillers has a spirit of their own, building on the Beam legacy of those who came before. Genuine, quality ingredients distilled by craftsmen without compromise. That’s bourbon made the Beam way. You don’t want to miss this!
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| 7:45am – 3:00pm | LT2: Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum / Fetta Specialty Pizza Lunch The International Bluegrass Music Association was founded in Owensboro, Kentucky in 1986. While the IBMA relocated to Nashville years ago, Owensboro has been the home of the Hall of Fame since 1991. Passionate fans, supporters, government officials, and board members gathered to raise funds and petition the State of Kentucky to secure the remaining amount needed to build the brand new Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum, right on the banks of the Ohio River near the birthplace of bluegrass music. You don’t want to miss this!
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| 8:30am – 2:30pm | LT3: Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage & FKS Kitchen The Hermitage is a historical museum located in Davidson County, Tennessee, United States, 10 miles east of downtown Nashville. The 1,000-acre + site was owned by Andrew Jackson, the seventh president of the United States, from 1804 until his death at the Hermitage in 1845. It also serves as his final resting place. Enjoy exploring The Hermitage with the Mansion Tour which includes admission to the grounds, a 30-minute guided tour of The Hermitage mansion and a self-guided tour of the farmland that was once The Hermitage, as well as the gardens, and other historical buildings. While on the grounds enjoy a boxed lunch from the onsite FKS Kitchen which is a down-home, Southern restaurant with delicious food. The Hermitage also offers Wine Tasting at additional cost from the onsite Natchez Hills Winery.
Caravan to Attraction as Group – Departing from NCM | |
| 9:00am – 5:00pm | Stingray 2 Go & Stingray Grill Hours of Operation | |
| 9:00am – 4:00pm | Registration Open
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| 9:00am – 11:00am | Parking Lot Banner Pickup
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| 9:00am – 11:00am | C8 Classroom Session with Paul Koerner Question and answer on the new C8 generation. Very interactive class where you will be able to ask Paul any and all of your questions about your personal Corvette. Pre-registration is Required.
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| 9:30am – 9:45am | Artifact Pitstop – Dick Guldstrand Racing Suit & Helmet
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| (Times Will Vary) | Bash HPDE The National Corvette Museum has been hosting high performance driving events around the country since 2004, and this is your chance to take advantage of this prestigious program at the home of the Corvette!! Whether you’re a serious automobile enthusiast or a first-time driver, The National Corvette Museum HPDE driving program will help take your skills to the next level. In a very short time, you will find yourself driving better, smoother, faster and safer than you ever thought possible. Learn more here: https://www.motorsportspark.org/drive-your-car/
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| 9:45am – 10:15am | NCM Update
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| 10:15am – 11:15am | Behind the scenes: E-Ray on Ice @ Rockefeller Center NYC Behind the scenes presented by the NYC stunt driver that introduced the brand-new electrified Corvette E-Ray to the world. Hear about how this iconic stunt started as an idea and became reality. Learn about the cyclone maneuver that shook the internet on January 17th!
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| 11:15am – 12:00pm | So You Think You Know the Maintenance of Your Corvette? Think again!!! This is because maintenance is much more than an air filter and oil change. In this in depth question and answer discussion, we will address ALL generations of Corvette. What to look for, how to determine your maintenance needs for YOUR Corvette and more, will all be covered. In depth question and answer to address all areas of Corvette will be part of this interactive seminar.
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| 12:30pm – 2:00pm | LIVE Auction Bid on exclusive and RARE items that are only available through the National Corvette Museum! All items must be taken with you at the end of the auction, NO items will be shipped.
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| 2:00pm – 3:00pm | Corvette Assembly Plant Update
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| 3:00pm – 5:00pm | Stingray Grill Happy Hour
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Friday, April 28th |
| 7:30am – 2:15pm | LT4: James Beam Tour & Lunch What makes our bourbon special are the eight generations behind it. Each of our family distillers has a spirit of their own, building on the Beam legacy of those who came before. Genuine, quality ingredients distilled by craftsmen without compromise. That’s bourbon made the Beam way. You don’t want to miss this!
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| 7:45am – 3:00pm | LT5: Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum / Fetta Specialty Pizza Lunch The International Bluegrass Music Association was founded in Owensboro, Kentucky in 1986. While the IBMA relocated to Nashville years ago, Owensboro has been the home of the Hall of Fame since 1991. Passionate fans, supporters, government officials, and board members gathered to raise funds and petition the State of Kentucky to secure the remaining amount needed to build the brand new Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum, right on the banks of the Ohio River near the birthplace of bluegrass music. You don’t want to miss this!
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| 8:30am – 2:30pm | LT6: Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage & FKS Kitchen The Hermitage is a historical museum located in Davidson County, Tennessee, United States, 10 miles east of downtown Nashville. The 1,000-acre + site was owned by Andrew Jackson, the seventh president of the United States, from 1804 until his death at the Hermitage in 1845. It also serves as his final resting place. Enjoy exploring The Hermitage with the Mansion Tour which includes admission to the grounds, a 30-minute guided tour of The Hermitage mansion and a self-guided tour of the farmland that was once The Hermitage, as well as the gardens, and other historical buildings. While on the grounds enjoy a boxed lunch from the onsite FKS Kitchen which is a down-home, Southern restaurant with delicious food. The Hermitage also offers Wine Tasting at additional cost from the onsite Natchez Hills Winery.
Caravan to Attraction as Group – Departing from NCM |
| 9:00am – 5:00pm | Stingray 2 Go & Stingray Grill Hours of Operation |
| 9:00am – 4:00pm | Registration Open
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| 9:00am – 11:00am | Parking Lot Banner Pickup
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| 9:30am – 9:45am | Artifact Pitstop: Studio X
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| (Touring Lap Times Vary) | NCM Event Touring Laps Drive your car on track with four lead/follow laps on track. Bash guests will receive special, event pricing at $99. Didn’t drive your Vette? No problem! We have plenty of experiential offering that are sure to fir your schedule and budget.
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| 10:15am – 11:15am | A Fast History of Corvette & Michelin Racing Review the history of Corvette Endurance Racing with Michelin and how this relationship has produced innovation technologies for Corvette high-performance street tires.
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| 11:15am – 12:00pm | Mobil 1 Tech Talk Mobil 1 welcomes you to join our Tech Talk and learn why Mobil 1 Supercar was specifically formulated for your Corvette. Come and learn the latest on the newest technology to maximize your Corvette’s performance on and off the track. Owners attending will have the opportunity to interact directly with an ExxonMobil motorsports technical engineer during the popular Q&A segment.
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| 12:00pm – 12:15pm | 2023 Hall of Fame Inductee Announcement
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| 12:15pm – 12:30pm | Artifact Pitstop: C8 Full-Size Clay Model
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| 12:30pm – 1:45pm | Corvette Team Update Join Chevrolet Corvette & Camaro Product Marketing Manager, Harlan Charles, in the NCM Conference Center as he discusses new updates on Corvette.
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| 1:30pm – 3:30pm | Sip n’ Paint A step-by-step beginner art project class in which guests can create unique and original works of art and learn basic creative techniques to apply to at home projects, all while enjoying their favorite wine!
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| 1:45pm – 2:45pm | Ambassadors Meeting
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| 2:00pm – 2:45pm | Carl Casper Seminar Curator of Collections and Exhibit Manager, Bob Bubnis, will conduct a cruise through the collection of incredible and colorful creations of Carl Casper, the Custom Car King.
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| 3:00pm | Corvette Raffle TBA |
| 3:00pm – 5:00pm | Stingray Grill Happy Hour
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| 4:00pm – 5:00pm | Winner’s Circle Recognition
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| 5:15pm | Cash Bar Opens |
| 5:45pm – 7:30pm | BQT1: Winning with WIMNA – Women in Motorsports North America Women In Motorsports North America is a 501c3 founded by racing legends Lyn St James and Beth Paretta – a community of professionals devoted to enabling opportunities for women across all disciplines of motorsports. Join us Friday evening as we enjoy a panel discussion with our special guest speakers.
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Saturday, April 29th | |
| 8:30am – 2:15pm | LT7: Swope’s Car of Yesteryears Auto Museum / Back Home Restaurant The Swope’s Cars of Yesteryear Museum features an impressive collection of vintage and antique cars ranging from the early 1900’s to the 1960’s in a variety of makes and models in both original condition and restored condition. Backhome is not just an amazing, southern local restaurant. The restaurant started more than 35 years ago as an antique & crafts dealer. From homemade candies to Candleberry Candles to home decor, come see everything they have to offer.
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| 9:00am – 3:00pm | Stingray 2 Go & Stingray Grill Hours of Operation |
| 9:00am – 4:00pm | Registration Open
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| 9:00am – 11:00am | Parking Lot Banner Pickup
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| 9:00am – 11:00am | Ladies Garage By women for women – an opportunity to learn about basic Corvette (cars in general) maintenance and how to be a smart consumer of automotive services. Presenters are knowledgeable in all areas of Corvettes from Powertrain and engineering to high performance driving so bring your questions and ask the experts.
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| 9:00am – 11:00am | Caravan Captain’s Meeting Captains & Co-Captains only, please RSVP with Caravan Chairman Frank Sancineto at [email protected]
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| 9:00am – 11:00am | C8 Classroom Session with Paul Koerner Question and answer on the new C8 generation. Very interactive class where you will be able to ask Paul any and all of your questions about your personal Corvette. Pre-registration is Required.
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| 9:30am – 3:30pm | LT8: General Jackson Showboat – Nashville Take the 2.5-hour General Jackson Showboat Midday Lunch Cruise for an afternoon of entertainment along with a delicious buffet lunch! Enjoy the comedy, audience interaction, and catchy tunes from the band while cruising along the Cumberland River and tasting a mouth-watering Southern-style buffet prepared by the General Jackson’s very own sous chef.
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| 10:00am – 2:00pm | Newly Expanded Corvette Car Show
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| 11:00am – 12:00pm | The All Season Tire Like No Other: Michelin’s Custom-Designed Pilot Sport All Season 4+ ZP for Corvette E-Ray An In-depth review of development and performance of new Pilot Sport All Season 4+ ZPs on Corvette’s new 2024 E-ray.
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| 12:00pm – 12:45pm | CERV 1 Replica Demonstration Drive
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| 12:45pm – 1:15pm | 1975 Corvette Donation Ceremony
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| 1:30pm – 1:45pm | Trooper Island Check Presentation Join us for the check presentation to Kentucky State Police Trooper Island Director Jonathan Biven for Trooper Island participation in the MiM 1 Lap of Kentucky Program.
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| 2:00pm – 3:00pm | Elfi’s Silver Pearl Sisterhood Meeting
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| 2:15pm – 2:45pm | Car Show Awards Presentation
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| 3:00pm | 2023 Torch Red Corvette Convertible 4/29/23
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CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Museum in Motion Dragon Run
Presented by Michelin
April 30th – May 3rd, 2023
Spring in the Smokies, Tail of the Dragon and Biltmore all combined in one great MiM tour! Once again we hit the road, leaving Bowling Green and heading East to run the famous TN-129, aka Tail of the Dragon. This year again, we will be staying at the beautiful Biltmore Inn on the Biltmore Estate grounds. The Monday Biltmore visit includes a specially arranged early morning photo op of the cars in front of the manor house followed by breakfast in the Biltmore Stable Café adjacent to the house. New friends will be made while enjoying one of the most beautiful areas of the country during the colorful spring season. GPS as well as two-way radios are highly recommended!
Please be sure to check out our customized MiM Merchandise
Members: $2,000 Driver / $200 Passenger
Non-Members $2,050 / $250 Passenger
- Note: Non-member pricing does NOT include a 1 yr membership to NCM. To become a member for the member discount rate – please call Bobbie Jo Lee at 270-467-8833
- You Must be Driving a Corvette To Participate on this Tour
- Please contact us with any dietary or other special restrictions At Time of registration
Advance registration closes at 10am CT Friday, March 24th, 2023 (or until sold out).
** No registrations or refunds are available after that date **
THIS EVENT IS CURRENTLY FULL. PLEASE EMAIL MACI – [email protected] TO BE ADDED TO THE WAITLIST.
| 2023 Museum in Motion Dragon Run Agenda | |
| SATURDAY, APRIL 29th | |
| 4:15pm – 5:00pm | Registration Pickup & Drivers Meeting
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| SUNDAY, April 30th | |
| 7:30am | Museum Opens |
| 7:45am | Stage in NCM Front Circle |
| 8:00am | Depart NCM
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| 9:50am – 10:10am | Scheduled Rest Stop |
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| 12:45pm – 1:45pm | Gas Stop & Lunch – your choice of numerous restaurants in area
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| 1:50pm | Regroup and Stage
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| 2:15pm | Approximate arrival to begin ‘Tail of the Dragon’
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| 5:30pm | Arrive in Asheville – check into the Inn on Biltmore Estate
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| 6:00pm | Dinner On Your Own
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| MONDAY, MAY 1st | |
| 6:05am | Group 1 Drivers Meeting & Staging – Inn at Biltmore Parking Lot |
| 6:15am | Group 1 Depart for Biltmore House
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| 6:30am | Group 1 Arrive at Biltmore House
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| 6:30am – 7:00am | Group 1 Stage Cars for Photo in front of Biltmore House
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| 6:30am | Group 2 Drivers Meeting and Staging at Inn at Biltmore Parking Lot |
| 6:45am | Group 2 Depart for Biltmore House
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| 7:00am | Group 2 Arrive at Biltmore House |
| 7:00am – 7:30am | Group 2 Stage Cars for Photo in front of Biltmore House
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| 7:45am – 9:00am | Breakfast Buffet at Biltmore Stable Café Adjacent to Biltmore House, the stable, which originally housed George Vanderbilt’s horses and carriages, has been renovated into a beautiful restaurant. This special venue offers seating in former stalls and the hayloft area where we will be seated. |
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Time varies slightly by tours – check your ticket from Biltmore for times | Choice of 1 Xtra Behind the Scenes Tour of Biltmore House (TBD Specialty Tour) |
| 12:15pm – 1:45pm | Stable Café Lunch– Biltmore Grounds Adjacent to Biltmore House, the stable, which originally housed George Vanderbilt’s horses and carriages, has been renovated into a beautiful restaurant. This special venue offers seating in former stalls and the hayloft area where we will be seated. The Stable Café is an Open Table Diner’s Choice Award-winning restaurant and has been awarded a 2020 Open Table Diners’ Choice Award with a “Great for Lunch” distinction. |
- Meet at Stable Café
5:00pm – 6:30pm Biltmore House Tour
A visit to America’s largest home is a most memorable experience. Cross the threshold into a world of hospitality, beauty, and luxury that has remained virtually unchanged for more than a century. Hear the Biltmore story as you walk through the house with a knowledgeable guide.
- Meet at Biltmore House
- Self-Guided Day Visit
Immediately Following
Depart on Own to Inn on Biltmore Estates
- Free evening to enjoy as you wish
- Lodging included in registration
TUESDAY, MAY 2nd
Day on Own to Rest, Explore, Enjoy Biltmore and Asheville
- Lodging included in registration
WEDNESDAY, MAY 3rd Check Out and Depart
Travel carefully and return home safely – Thank you for joining the 2023 ‘MiM’ Bash Dragon Run Tour
May 11 – May 13, 2023
In 2008 we began a tradition of honoring our veterans with a new event, Vets ‘n Vettes. To coordinate the Museum’s acknowledgment of Military Appreciation Month, we at the National Corvette Museum are planning to move our longstanding Vets ‘n Vettes celebration from November to May 11th – 13th. We are very excited to include this event in the nationwide celebration of the United States Military.
Thursday kicks off with a half day at the NCM Motorsports Park. Complimentary lunch served to all! We will celebrate Friday and Saturday with road tours and a luncheon. The event offers veterans, servicemen and women and those who want to support them, a comfortable place to meet and share stories and experiences.
Lifetime registration is $35pp, member registration is $40pp and non-member registration is $50pp.
Online registration closes at 9:00am central time on Monday, April 24. There are no refunds for activities after online registration closes. All activities are open to Event Registrants only. On-line registrants will receive a hard card credential, lanyard, and event pin.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Vets ‘n Vettes Event T-Shirt
Non-Member Price: $22.00 / Member Price: $20.00 /Lifetime Price: $19.00
Available Sizes: S-3XL
Agenda subject to change – please check back periodically.
Thank you!
2023 Vets ‘n Vettes Agenda
| WEDNESDAY, MAY 10 | |
| Advanced Registration Opens 2:00pm – 4:30pm | |
| THURSDAY, MAY 11 | |
| 8:00am | NCM Lobby Opens |
| 8:00am – 4:00pm | Registration Open
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| Depart On Your Own | Depart for the NCM Motorsports Park
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| 8:45am | MANDATORY DRIVERS MEETING
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| 9:00am – 12:00pm | Half Day at NCM Motorsports Park Enjoy a half day at the Motorsports Park with touring laps. Lunch provided at the MSP.
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| 12:00pm – 1:00pm | Lunch Served
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| 5:00pm | National Corvette Museum Closes |
| 5:15pm | Cash Bar for Vets ‘n Vettes Banquet
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| 5:45pm – 8:00pm | Vets ‘n Vettes Banquet Help us as we join the nationwide celebration of Military Appreciation Month. Banquet includes a dinner and program.
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| FRIDAY, MAY 12 | |
| 7:45am – 2:30pm | LT1: Lux Row Distillers/BJ’s Steakhouse At Lux Row Distillers, they have a passion for craft. Presenting a blend of different personalities bound together by a love of bourbon. Lux Row’s drive to innovate has quickly allowed them to become one of the top USA-based independent producers of alcohol beverage products. BJ’s Steakhouse has been a family-owned establishment since 1984. BJ’s Steakhouse has been recognized for having the best steaks by the Kentucky Standard’s Best Steak Award of Nelson County.
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| 8:30am – 3:00pm | Registration Open
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| 8:30am – 2:30pm | LT2: Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage & FKS Kitchen The Hermitage is a historical museum located in Davidson County, Tennessee, United States, 10 miles east of downtown Nashville. The 1,000-acre + site was owned by Andrew Jackson, the seventh president of the United States, from 1804 until his death at the Hermitage in 1845. It also serves as his final resting place. Enjoy exploring The Hermitage with the Mansion Tour which includes admission to the grounds, a 30-minute guided tour of The Hermitage mansion and a self-guided tour of the farmland that was once The Hermitage, as well as the gardens, and other historical buildings. While on the grounds enjoy a boxed lunch from the onsite FKS Kitchen which is a down-home, Southern restaurant with delicious food. The Hermitage also offers Wine Tasting at additional cost from the onsite Natchez Hills Winery.
Caravan to Attraction as Group – Departing from NCM |
| 8:30am | NCM Opens |
| 5:00pm | National Corvette Museum Closes
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| SATURDAY, MAY 13 | |
| 9:00am | NCM Opens |
| 9:15am | Registration Opens |
| 10:00am | Event Group Photo
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| 10:15am | MANDATORY Driver’s Meeting
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| 10:30am | Depart NCM Grass Circle |
| 10:30am | Veterans Cruise Begins
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| 12:00pm – 1:30pm | American Legion Annual Veteran’s Luncheon American Legion will also be serving our participants a private lunch. We want to support our local American Legion and honor those who have served.
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| 5:00pm | National Corvette Museum Closes |
Click here to register
2023 NCM-MIM Le Mans Tour
June 3rd – June 13th, 2023
Join us as we return to France for the 2023 24 Hours of Le Mans race. Here is the chance to see Corvette Racing against the world’s best GT cars in the most famous race of all. Just a few highlights of the tour include stops in Paris, Normandy, and of course Le Circuit de la Sarthe (Le Mans Track). We will have professional guides with us during the entire trip to assist with our travels. After four nights in Paris, we will spend two nights in Normandy before we travel to Angers where we will stay throughout the Le Mans race.
The next three days will have us visiting the Le Circuit de la Sarthe (Le Mans track) as well as the town. Monday, we depart Angers and travel back to Paris for one last free day. Check out of our hotel and continue with your plans of either more travel or to the airport. Hotels, ground transportation, tour tickets, all breakfasts, some meals, Le Mans general admission race tickets, and Corral tickets are included. We have a very limited number of openings so make your plans early to join us in making memories, new friends, and seeing beautiful France.
Please make sure you sign up for the NCM Corvette Campus Connection to get the latest information on all MiM (Museum in Motion) events and on-site events including opening of registration and fees. For questions, contact Bryce @ 270-777-4506 or Maci @ 270-467-8804.
Please be sure to check out our customized MiM Merchandise
NOTE: There is a lot of walking/staircases / etc. on this adventure. Handicap accessibility is very limited in Paris, Normandy, and Le Mans. The Corvette Corral at Le Mans is also quite a walk from the track entrance (Le Circuit de la Sarthe).
Tour Fee: $13,500 for double occupancy
$8,775 for single occupancy
Payment: $1,500 per person upon registration (non-refundable)
$2,500 per person due February 24th, 2023 (second payment)
The remaining balance is due April 14th, 2023
ABSOLUTELY NO REFUNDS AFTER MONDAY, APRIL 17TH
**AIRFARE NOT INCLUDED IN TOUR FEE **
* ARRIVE AT PARIS CHARLES DE GALLE AIRPORT (CDG)
DEPART FROM PARIS CHARLES DE GALLE AIRPORT (CDG)
NOTE: There is a lot of walking/staircases / etc. on this adventure. Handicap accessibility is very limited in France and Le Mans. Corvette Corral at Le Mans is a required half-mile or more walk from Le Circut de la Sarthe track entrance.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
FRIDAY, JUNE 2
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| SATURDAY, JUNE 3 |
| Arrive CDG Airport (AM if possible) – Hotel Mercure Montmartre Paris Mini tour of Paris by motorcoach while waiting to check into rooms
** Hotel included in tour fee ** |
| Free to Roam or Tour with Paris Guides |
Early Evening Meet n’ Greet – ‘Hotel Mercure Paris Montmartre’
** Included in tour fee ** |
| SUNDAY, JUNE 4 |
| Breakfast at Hotel ** Included with tour fee ** |
Visits in and around Paris / Stops to include
** Admissions and cruise included in tour fee ** |
Evening Free to enjoy Paris on your own
** Hotel Included in tour fee ** |
| MONDAY, JUNE 5 |
| Breakfast at Hotel ** Included with tour fee ** |
Visits in and around Paris / Stops to include
** Admissions included with tour fee ** |
| Private Evening Cruise with Dinner We have reserved a private cruise on the Seine River where we will enjoy a private dinner as we depart from under the Eiffel Tower, and make our way down to Notre Dame, before docking in front of the Eiffel Tower after it has been illuminated for the night.
** Lodging included in tour fee ** |
| TUESDAY, JUNE 6 |
| Breakfast at Hotel ** Included with tour fee ** |
Visits in and around Paris / Stops to include
** Admissions included with tour fee ** |
Evening Free to enjoy Paris on your own
** Hotel Included in tour fee ** |
| WEDNESDAY, JUNE 7 |
| Breakfast at Hotel ** Included with tour fee ** |
Depart Paris for Normandy
Depart for Hotel:
Chemin du Colombier
** Included with tour fee ** |
| THURSDAY, JUNE 8 |
| Breakfast at Hotel ** Included with tour fee ** |
Visits in and around Normandy / Stops to include
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Evening Free –
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| FRIDAY, JUNE 9 |
| Breakfast at Hotel ** Included with tour fee ** |
Depart Normandy for Mont Saint Michel
** Admission and Cruise included in tour fee ** |
| Depart for Le Circuit de la Sarthe (Le Mans Track) The 24 Hours of Le Mans is the world’s oldest active sports car race in endurance racing, held annually since 1923 near the town of Le Mans, France. It is considered one of the most prestigious automobile races in the world and has been called the “Grand Prix of Endurance and Efficiency”
** Corvette Corral Tickets, Le Mans General Admission Tickets are included in the tour fee ** |
After Parade- Depart for Hotel in Angers France
** Lodging included in tour fee ** |
| SATURDAY, JUNE 10 |
| Breakfast at Hotel ** Included with tour fee ** |
| Day at Le Circut de la Sarthe (Le Mans Track) Established Motor coach pick-up and drop-off times set for early or later arrival at to track. Same for evening pick-ups and drop-offs back to the hotel
** Corvette Corral Tickets, Le Mans General Admission Tickets are included in the tour fee ** |
| SUNDAY, JUNE 11 |
| Breakfast at Hotel ** Included with tour fee ** |
| Day at Le Circut de la Sarthe (Le Mans Track) Established Motor coach pick-up and drop-off times set for early or later arrival to track. The last scheduled pick-up will take place after the conclusion of the 24 Hr Le Mans Race.
** Corvette Corral Tickets, Le Mans General Admission Tickets are included in the tour fee ** |
Evening on your own in Angers, France
** Lodging included in tour fee ** |
| MONDAY, JUNE 12 |
| Breakfast at Hotel ** Included with tour fee ** |
Depart by Motorcoach back to Hotel Mercure Paris Montmartre
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Last Afternoon and Evening in Paris on Your Own
** Lodging included in tour fee ** |
| TUESDAY, JUNE 13 |
| Breakfast at Hotel * Included with tour fee ** |
Check out Hotel Mercure Paris Montmartre
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| Travel Home Safely & Thank You for Joining the MiM 2023 ‘Le Mans Tour’ |
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
2023 MiM Charlotte Experience
June 4th – June 8th, 2023
Join us as we visit the beautiful Charlotte, North Caroline in June 2023 for a fun filled week. Just a few of the stops will include a visit to some beautiful attractions including the NASCAR Hall of Fame, Hendrick Motorsports, Charlotte Motor Speedway, & the Michelin Laurens Proving Grounds! You don’t want to miss out on this awesome tour!
Registration fee
- NCM Members – Primary Registrant (driver and car) $2,100 / alternate driver $200
- NCM Non-Members – Primary Registrant (driver and car) $2,200 / alternate driver $200
Advanced registration closes at 4pm CT Monday, May 1st, 2023.
NO refunds or cancellations after Advance Registration closes
Click here to order your MiM Apparel
Host Hotel:
Staybridge Suites
493 Galleria Blvd
Rock Hill, SC 29730
Staybridge Suites – Rock Hill, SC
WE ARE SOLD OUT FOR THIS EVENT. PLEASE CONTACT [email protected]ORG TO BE ADDED TO THE WAITLIST
| 2023 MiM ‘Charlotte Experience’ | ||
| Sunday, June 4th | ||
| 3:00pm or after | Check-in Staybridge Suites – Rock Hill, SC This premiere Staybridge Suites® hotel is conveniently situated on Hwy I-77 at exit 79 in Rock Hill SC. Located in the suburbs, we take you away from the city’s hustle and bustle, while keeping you close to important sites like the Galleria Shopping Mall. Complimentary Breakfast with hot and cold options, as well as our Social Mon-Wed evenings for free beer, wine, and light dinner from 5:30p to 7:00p.
** Lodging included in registration ** | |
| 5:00pm – 5:30pm | Credential Pickup
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| 6:00pm (EST) | Meet N’ Greet Dinner Party at Staybridge Suites
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| Monday, June 5th | ||
| Continental Breakfast at Hotel | ||
| 9:05am | Depart Staybridge Suites for NASCAR Hall of Fame The NASCAR Hall of Fame wasn’t just built to be a museum. It was built to be a shrine to the history, heritage, and future of the sport we love.
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| 10:00am – 1:15pm | Arrive & Tour NASCAR Hall of Fame Start your exciting adventure by exploring the history and heritage of NASCAR and NASCAR Hall of Fame. Throughout the day you’ll enjoy a guided tour as well as lunch and free time to explore onsite.
** All tour admissions and lunch included in registration ** | |
| *On Your Own* | Free Time to Explore On Your Own in Charlotte
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| 5:15pm | Driver’s Meeting in Lobby / Depart as Group for Flipside Restaurant | |
| 5:30pm | Flipside Restaurant Located in beautiful, Historic Downtown Rock Hill, The Flipside Restaurant is a must try. Here you’ll find locally inspired comfort food that will leave you feeling full and happy about your restaurant choice.
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| Tuesday, June 6th | ||
| Continental Breakfast at Hotel | ||
| 8:10am | Driver Meeting in Hotel Lobby | |
| 8:15am | Depart for Hendrick Motorsports / Hendrick Heritage Collection
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| 9:30am – 11:30am | Arrive at Hendrick Motorsports / Hendrick Heritage Collection Behind closed doors is the Hendrick Heritage Center. It is Rick’s collection and possibly one of the greatest collections of classic corvettes and other priceless Chevrolet collectors. There are a few Fords as well as a Ferrari or two, but for the most part it is a Chevy lovers fantasy land. There are 100+ vehicles on display for his eyes only and a few other lucky ones that are granted access.
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| 11:30am | Depart for Charlotte Motor Speedway | |
| 11:45am | Arrive at Charlotte Motor Speedway
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| 12:00pm – 1:00pm | Arrive at Charlotte Motor Speedway ALL-NEW Fast Pass Tour puts you behind the wheel of your own vehicle taking in the sights and history of Charlotte Motor Speedway! This touchless tour keeps you and your family safe while still having an unbelievable experience. Our tour guides will lead you through an hour-long tour using your vehicle’s radio. The guide would give you the history as you go around the NASCAR infield, by the garage areas, a chance to take photos at the start/finish line of the NASCAR track and an opportunity to take photos in winner’s circle.
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| 1:15pm – 3:00pm | Lunch at The Speedway Club at Charlotte Motor Speedway The Speedway Club at Charlotte Motor Speedway is one of the world’s most unique entertainment venues. With a view that overlooks the famous superspeedway and is located on the 6th floor of Smith Tower. Experience first-hand what our members have come to expect from a prestigious private Club.
** Lunch included in registration ** | |
| 3:00pm | Evening free to rest or enjoy Charlotte ** Dinner on your own ** | |
| Wednesday, June 7th | ||
| Continental Breakfast at Hotel | ||
| 7:15am | Driver Meeting Hotel Lobby | |
| 7:30am | Depart for Michelin Laurens Proving Ground
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| 9:30am – 2:30pm | Arrive at Michelin Laurens Proving Grounds Test Track & Lunch During the visit to Michelin Laurens Proving Grounds, participants will hear from Lee Willard and additional experts working in the Corvette tire program at Michelin. Speakers include tire designers, test drivers, product development engineers, and other key players that will talk about their contributions and how they work with GM to produce the best tires for the Corvette, no matter how or where the cars are driven. Participants will have an opportunity to drive a parade lap around the proving grounds’ dry handling track where upper limit performance characteristics of Corvette tires are tested. Andrew Simrell, Michelin’s Senior Subjective Test Driver for the Corvette program, will describe how Corvette tires are tested at Michelin Laurens Proving Grounds and take participants on a tour of the tracks used during Corvette tire testing. Participants will be served lunch featuring authentic southern barbeque.
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| 2:30pm | Depart for Stay Bridge Suites in Rock Hill, SC
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| 5:30pm | Meet in Lobby & Depart for Pump House | |
| 5:45pm – 8:00pm | Arrive for The Pump House Is a renovated pumping station towering five stories along the banks of the beautiful catawba river, the pump house features a southern-inspired chophouse menu. Enjoy the evening in the private dining hall overlooking the Catawba River.
** Dinner included in registration ** | |
| 8:30pm | Return to Staybridge Suites On Your Own
** Lodging included in registration ** | |
| Thursday, June 8th | ||
| Continental Breakfast at Hotel and Check Out | ||
| Travel safely home and thank you for joining the 2023 MiM ‘Charlotte Experience’ | ||
WE ARE SOLD OUT FOR THIS EVENT. PLEASE CONTACT [email protected] TO BE ADDED TO THE WAITLIST
2023 MiM Explore Detroit
July 9th – July 13th, 2023
Join us as we visit the Detroit, Michigan area in July 2023 to visit some neat attractions including the Henry Ford Museum & Greenfield Village along with other very unique exclusive opportunities! You don’t want to miss out on this!
Registration Available Early Spring 2023!
To be added to the waitlist, please email Melissia Comer @ [email protected]
Join the National Corvette Museum on an Alaska Cruise on the Majestic Princess!!
July 11 – 22, 2023
11-NIGHT ALASKA CRUISE TOUR ITINERARY (Southbound) starts at $4545.26/per person based on double occupancy Cruisetour package is limited to the first 32 people (16 couples) to sign up! Deposit is $460/pp ($710 single occupancy) (Cruise-only dates are July 15-22, 2023 and prices start at $2899/pp) Only a limited number of cabins are available, so reserve yours now!
Itinerary:
July 11, 2023 – Anchorage CRUISE TOUR BEGINS
July 12 – Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge
July 13 – Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge
July 14 – Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge
July 15 – Train to Anchorage (Whittier) – EMBARKATION
July 16 – Hubbard Glacier (Scenic Cruising), Alaska
July 17 – Glacier Bay National Park (Scenic Cruising), Alaska
July 18 – Icy Strait Point, Alaska
July 19 – Juneau, Alaska
July 20 – Ketchikan, Alaska
July 21 – At Sea
July 22 – Vancouver, B.C. DISEMBARKATION
EXCLUSIVE BONUS: Other surprises (details to come)
Included Cruise Features:
* Spacious accommodations in at least BD Balcony stateroom
* Princess perks: Premium Beverage Package, wi-fi, and prepaid gratuities. (restrictions apply)
* Private shore excursion just for our group
* More surprises to come!
Cruise cabins are reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. A deposit of $460 per person is required to confirm your reservation, which is fully refundable if canceled prior to final payment. Final payment is due by April 11, 2023.
Travel protection is strongly recommended.
Contact Shannon Lamarche at Premiere Luxury Travel to add.
*Please note that prices are listed per person, non-air cruise-only and based on double occupancy. Third and Fourth guest fares apply to the 3rd and 4th guests booked in the same stateroom as the First and Second guests. Launch Fares are offering fares and may not have been in effect for the past 90 days or resulted in actual sales in all categories. Intermediate discounts may have been taken and fares may remain at discounted levels after this promotion. Taxes, Fees & Port Expenses are subject to change and Princess reserves the right to collect any increases in effect at the time of sailing even if the fare has already been paid in full. Prices are subject to change based on availability. Stateroom views are considered unobstructed unless noted otherwise. Photos, floor plan diagrams, and amenities represent typical arrangements and may vary by ship and stateroom. Actual stateroom may not be furnished as shown. Certain staterooms may vary in size, decor and configuration. Please note, accessible mini-suites have accessible showers only/no tub. Obstructions do not include certain nautical items like handrails, dividers or ship hardware. For balcony staterooms, the view is determined from the perspective of the balcony railing. Prices shown in USD. Please review Passage Contract for Cancellation Policy.
This Event is Sold Out
Sail aboard Majestic Princess® and enjoy the signature favorites you’ve always loved as well as exciting additions including two specialty restaurants with dinner menus crafted by two Michelin-star awarded chefs. Come aboard and find out what makes this ship so special!
Make your vacation truly yours on a Princess MedallionClass® cruise that features next-level technology, now on all ships. Enjoy fast, reliable Wi-Fi, TrulyTouchless™ experiences, food and drinks delivered wherever you are and so much more.
2023 NCM 29th Anniversary Celebration
Thursday August 31st – Saturday September 2nd
Every year around the Labor Day weekend we celebrate the Grand Opening of the Museum in 1994 with a participant focused event. This year we mark the 29th Anniversary milestone and focus on the diversity of the people that Corvette has brought together for a look back on the Museum’s history and forward to the future! Registered participants can enjoy 3 days of activities in and around the Museum including access to interesting and unique road tours, special video presentations, raffles, and more during this event in honor of your help and support!
Each year, a leader is inducted into the Corvette Hall of Fame from one of three categories: Enthusiast, Racing, and GM-Chevrolet. The 2023 members-elect will be announced at the 2023 Michelin NCM Bash April 27th – 29th.
Event registration and agenda will be available May of 2023. Please check back for updates
2023 MiM ‘National Parks Tour’
September 24th – 30th, 2023
Museum in Motion Tours bring Corvette enthusiasts together to enjoy driving their Corvettes and visiting new, unique, interesting and exciting venues. Join us as we explore our some of the most unique and awe-inspiring landscapes America has to offer. With visits to the Grand Canyon’s South Rim, Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon, Arches National Park, Glen Canyon Dam, Monument Valley, and Canyonlands National Park we you will get to enjoy some of the crown jewels of the National Park system.
REGISTRATION OPENS IN SUMMER 2023
TO BE ADDED TO THE WAITLIST PLEASE EMAIL MELISSIA @ [email protected]
2023 KENTUCKY 1 LAP
2023 will usher in the 14th annual KY 1 Lap tour, part of the Museum in Motion (MiM) program and unique in that it is a partnership between the National Corvette Museum and the Kentucky State Police. The two organizations will join to raise money for both the Museum and Trooper Island, a KSP non-profit camp for underprivileged children. Each year the Tour explores a different section of Kentucky. As always, the tour will be led by TPR. Jonathan Biven – Trooper Island Camp Director now using a newly painted marked silver Corvette which is sure to attract attention as the caravan travels through an area of real Americana. This year we are exploring some of the historical attractions in beautiful Eastern Kentucky!
Due to overwhelming interest, we are offering this tour 4 weeks!
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- Tour 1 – Sept 25 – Sept 30
- Tour 2 – Oct 2 – Oct 7
- Tour 3 – Oct 9 – Oct 14
- Tour 4 – Oct 16 – Oct 21
REGISTRATION OPENS SUMMER 2023
Car Shows & Corvette Events
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| Corvette Club of South Florida presents our 11th Annual Corvette & Open Car and Truck Show 10:00 am Corvette Club of South Florida presents our 11th Annual Corvette & Open Car and Truck Show @ Lou Bachrodt Chevrolet Mar 5 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm OVER 160 TOTAL AWARDS!! 150 Top Show winners 10 Best of Show 1 Overall Best of Show Free Dash Plaque to 1st 300 Registrants Flat... | ||||||
| 3rd Annual Horses and Horse Power Open Car Show 9:00 am 3rd Annual Horses and Horse Power Open Car Show @ Brutal Off Road Mar 18 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Alamo Area Corvette Club and Freedom Chevrolet are proud to help Sponsor the 3rd Annual Triple H Equitherapy Open Car Show. The event will be... Cape Fear Corvettes – 13th Annual Corvette Show 9:00 am Cape Fear Corvettes – 13th Annual Corvette Show @ Mayfair Town Center Mar 18 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm Awards for stock and modified Corvettes in all classes, covering all generations, C1 through C8. Additional awards will be given for Best Paint, Best Engine... | ||||||
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