Carlisle News (Pennsylvania, United States)

Blue Oval fans will not only unite to honor the life of the late great Carroll Shelby as part of the Carlisle Ford Nationals presented by Gumout Performance Products, they'll assemble to celebrate the history of the brand too.

Tradition, excellence and elegance, that is what the Shelby brand is all about. Much like the automotive brand of Shelby and Ford, the Carlisle Ford Nationals offers style, history and tradition and has been since 1995.

When more than 45,000 Blue Oval enthusiasts converge for the 18th Carlisle Ford Nationals – presented by Gumout Performance Products, June 1-3 at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds, they will take part in history.

Beginning at 5 p.m., Carlisle businesses will play host to both local residents and in-town visitors as part of the first ever Friday Night Block Party.

The Cars, the People, the Excitement - Carlisle's slogan was on full display this past weekend as part of Carlisle Performance & Style. The event saw over 1,500 cars on grounds and approximately 20,000 enthusiasts enjoy the weekend.

Take a trip around the world, all in one location, as part of the Carlisle Import & Kit Nationals, May 18-20 at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds.

his year’s event, June 22-24 at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds, will see one person go home with something better than a memory or a new set of tires. Carlisle Events, in conjunction with Auto Enthusiast, will award a brand new 409 cubic inch engine.

Stars and cars, that has become the theme for the Carlisle Chrysler Nationals. This year, more than 2,100 cars of Mopar’s best will converge on the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds for a one-of-a-kind weekend and in 2012, one person will win a HEMI.

The spotlight will shine once again on Central Pennsylvania as part of Carlisle Performance & Style, May 12-13 at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds. The 2012 event is the 17th such incarnation of a show that has evolved tremendously since its inception.

2012 will see one of the NICEST cars ever given away as part of Corvettes at Carlisle weekend. This year you can drive off in a 1998 Coupe with only 24,000 miles on it.

Autocross allows experienced drivers to put their driving skills to the test and push the limits of their ride in a controlled environment. It also allows for beginners to learn more about the sport under the watchful eye of autocross experts.

Carlisle Events is giving everyone a chance to win an iPad in 2012!

The Carlisle Events season schedule in 2012, which begins with Spring Carlisle on April 25 and runs through October 7 and Fall Carlisle will feature nearly 20 different giveaways, including 10 of Apple’s finest product, the iPad.

2012 features more than a dozen giveaways as part of the Carlisle Events schedule, but only a few are giving away a car. The Import & Kit Nationals are one of a handful of shows where a car is up for grabs.

With the help of US Airways Magazine, Carlisle Events and the entire Cumberland Valley are known worldwide via the April edition of the airlines' magazine.

Spring Carlisle, April 25-29 at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds, kick starts the 2012 Carlisle Events season with many activities familiar to those who have attended since the event’s inception in 1977.

Carlisle Events, the Bloomsburg Fair Association and the Dream Machines Motor Club will collaborate for the newly branded Bloomsburg Nationals powered by Carlisle Events.

In various forums, the question is often asked who or what is next? Automotively speaking, the question is who or what will represent the hobby deep into the 21st Century? That question will be answered in 2012 at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds.

The Carlisle PA Fairgrounds welcome a pair of stars from the Dukes of Hazzard as part of the 22nd Carlisle Chrysler Nationals, July 6-8. Spending a weekend at Carlisle will be Catherine Bach and Ben Jones, Daisy Duke and Cooter respectively.

Chef Exclusive Serves up Championship Dish, Wins Secret Ingredient Challenge

Blue Oval fans will not only unite to honor the life of the late great Carroll Shelby as part of the Carlisle Ford Nationals presented by Gumout Performance Products, they'll assemble to celebrate the history of the brand too.

The Carlisle Ford Nationals presented by Gumout Performance Products annually celebrates all things Ford, especially the brand's iconic car, the Mustang.

Tradition, excellence and elegance, that is what the Shelby brand is all about. Much like the automotive brand of Shelby and Ford, the Carlisle Ford Nationals offers style, history and tradition and has been since 1995.

When more than 45,000 Blue Oval enthusiasts converge for the 18th Carlisle Ford Nationals – presented by Gumout Performance Products, June 1-3 at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds, they will take part in history.

The 2012 Carlisle Import & Kit Nationals was red carpet worthy as the international automotive world was on display at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds.

Beginning at 5 p.m., Carlisle businesses will play host to both local residents and in-town visitors as part of the first ever Friday Night Block Party.

The Cars, the People, the Excitement - Carlisle's slogan was on full display this past weekend as part of Carlisle Performance & Style. The event saw over 1,500 cars on grounds and approximately 20,000 enthusiasts enjoy the weekend.

Take a trip around the world, all in one location, as part of the Carlisle Import & Kit Nationals, May 18-20 at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds.

his year’s event, June 22-24 at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds, will see one person go home with something better than a memory or a new set of tires. Carlisle Events, in conjunction with Auto Enthusiast, will award a brand new 409 cubic inch engine.

Stars and cars, that has become the theme for the Carlisle Chrysler Nationals. This year, more than 2,100 cars of Mopar’s best will converge on the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds for a one-of-a-kind weekend and in 2012, one person will win a HEMI.

The spotlight will shine once again on Central Pennsylvania as part of Carlisle Performance & Style, May 12-13 at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds. The 2012 event is the 17th such incarnation of a show that has evolved tremendously since its inception.

Sunday afternoon summer programs at the Appalchian Trail museum will offer something for almost everyone, from the experienced to the novice hiker and from youngsters to grandparents

2012 will see one of the NICEST cars ever given away as part of Corvettes at Carlisle weekend. This year you can drive off in a 1998 Coupe with only 24,000 miles on it.

Autocross allows experienced drivers to put their driving skills to the test and push the limits of their ride in a controlled environment. It also allows for beginners to learn more about the sport under the watchful eye of autocross experts.

Carlisle Events is giving everyone a chance to win an iPad in 2012!

The Carlisle Events season schedule in 2012, which begins with Spring Carlisle on April 25 and runs through October 7 and Fall Carlisle will feature nearly 20 different giveaways, including 10 of Apple’s finest product, the iPad.

2012 features more than a dozen giveaways as part of the Carlisle Events schedule, but only a few are giving away a car. The Import & Kit Nationals are one of a handful of shows where a car is up for grabs.

Five new Appalachian Trail Hall of Fame inductees to be announced.

With the help of US Airways Magazine, Carlisle Events and the entire Cumberland Valley are known worldwide via the April edition of the airlines' magazine.

Spring Carlisle, April 25-29 at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds, kick starts the 2012 Carlisle Events season with many activities familiar to those who have attended since the event’s inception in 1977.

Carlisle Events, the Bloomsburg Fair Association and the Dream Machines Motor Club will collaborate for the newly branded Bloomsburg Nationals powered by Carlisle Events.

Following the passage of HB 1203, Pennsylvania residents can properly and proudly display when their vintage or antique ride was minted by using period specific plates.

The Carlisle Ford Nationals presented by Gumout Performance Products, June 1-3 at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds is offering a FREE engine via Ford Racing.

Entering its 22nd year, the Carlisle Chrysler Nationals have seen a boom both at the gates and on the showfield. This year’s event, July 6-8 at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds, will feature “The King,” Richard Petty spending his Sunday at Carlisle.

In various forums, the question is often asked who or what is next? Automotively speaking, the question is who or what will represent the hobby deep into the 21st Century? That question will be answered in 2012 at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds.

New exhibits will welcome visitors to the Appalachian Trail Museum at the midway point of the Appalachian Trail in south central Pennsylvania.

In 2012, the monster truck fun at the Carlisle Truck Nationals, August 3-5, will be super sized with Big Foot. Joining the big blue Ford from Missouri will be Backdraft, Megasauras and the Virginia Giant Ride Truck.

The Carlisle PA Fairgrounds welcome a pair of stars from the Dukes of Hazzard as part of the 22nd Carlisle Chrysler Nationals, July 6-8. Spending a weekend at Carlisle will be Catherine Bach and Ben Jones, Daisy Duke and Cooter respectively.

Appalachian Trail Museum begins third season with new manager.

Auction Week in Arizona held special significance for the Chip Miller Charitable Foundation (CMCF) this year. Through two fundraising events the charity raised almost $50,000.

The Appalachian Trail Museum completed its second season of being open in 2011; approxinmately 20,000 people have visited the museum over the past two years.

Second class of Appalachian Trail Hall of Fame to be inducted in June 2012.

Barrett-Jackson's auction will feature a 1969 Corvette, auctioned off to benefit the Chip Miller Charitable Foundation. The foundation raises awareness for amyloidosis, a rare disease that took the life of Chip Miller, co-founder of Carlisle Events.

Carlisle Events is teaming with Keith Martin and the famed Sports Car Market/American Car Collector Magazine (SCM/ACC) group for 2012 on the production and distribution of its annual event directories.

Jim Foster named Appalachian Trail Museum's 2011 Volunteer of the Year.

Chef Exclusive Serves up Championship Dish, Wins Secret Ingredient Challenge

Carlisle Events is pleased to announce a business and sponsorship partnership with Gumout Performance Products, a brand/division of ITW Global Brands. The partnership will begin with Spring Carlisle and last through at least Fall Carlisle.

The 2011 Carlisle Events’ season came to a close with Fall Carlisle, September 27-October 2 at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds and Carlisle Expo Center.

Carlisle Events and the East Region of the National Council of Corvette Clubs will team up in May of 2012 to present the first ever teen driving school as part of the Carlisle Import & Kit Nationals, May 18-20 at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds.

The cast and crew from the TV program "What's My Car Worth?" will be on site as part of Fall Carlisle. Producers are looking for Pre-War American Classics, ‘50s and ‘60s American, European sports cars from the ‘50s, ‘60s and ‘70s and more.

Auctions America by RM’s Auburn Fall collector car weekend puts Auburn back on the map with strong results and attendance.

The 2011 Carlisle Events season schedule will wrap with Fall Carlisle, September 28-October 2 at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds and Carlisle Expo Center. Carlisle’s flagship event historically attracts over 90,000 automotive enthusiasts.

Corvettes at Carlisle celebrated 30 years of being one of the premier Corvette specific events in the country and from set up day on Thursday through Sunday, thousands in attendance reveled in GM’s masterpiece – the Corvette.

This year, Corvettes at Carlisle, August 26-28 at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds, will provide 30 years of celebration wrapped up in a three-day fun-filled affordable family weekend. The event will showcase a historic display of blue Corvettes and more.

Market Cross Pub, an English style pub and brewery in Carlisle, Pennsylvania will brew and tap a special Pale Ale - Carlisle Blue Brew as part of the 30th Corvettes at Carlisle. Part of the sales will benefit the Chip Miller Charitable Foundation.

Twenty-one years of truck excitement concluded Sunday as part of the 2011 Carlisle Truck Nationals, held August 5-7 at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds. Throughout the weekend trucks of all shapes, sizes, makes and models were showcased.

Carlisle Bike Fest was hot; both literally and figuratively. Despite the conditions, tens of thousands of enthusiasts swarmed the grounds for a weekend filled with industry guests, stunt shows, live music and a celebration of all things bike.

In 2011 the Carlisle Truck Nationals come of age with thousands of trucks on site, industry guests, the inaugural tailgate competition and a Carlisle first; an ATV giveaway.

The Carlisle Truck Nationals will feature at least five different monster trucks and will offer fans an up-close and personal experience with the trucks and their drivers. In action at the 2011 event will be War Wizard, Megasauras and Virginia Giant.

The Carlisle Truck Nationals at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds celebrates all things truck August 5-7. Located within minutes of five major roadways, the event aims to embrace the trucking industry with the annual Big Rig Show and Shine.