Thursday, June 27, 2019

Local Car Happenings for Tidewater VA



UPDATED LISTING OF LOCAL MEETS/CRUISE-INS, UPCOMING CAR SHOWS, CLUB & MOTORSPORT EVENTS, AND REGIONAL AUTO RACING


WEEKLY/MONTHLY CAR MEETS/CRUISE-INS
(scroll down for Car Shows and Motorsports Events)

Wed, Jun 26 - Weekly Franklin Cruise-In, 5 - 8:00 pm, S. Main Street, Franklin. Weekly family-friendly, cruise-in in the heart of Downtown Franklin. FREE to all participants and spectators. Open to all antiques, classics, customs, motorcycles and modern specialty vehicles. FREE entry to win $3000 (3 — $1000 categories of vehicles) with a participating vehicle. Weekly 50/50 raffle drawings. T-Shirts available for purchase—$20. FREE hot-dogs at Fred’s Restaurant with a participating vehicle. CUSTOM GOLF CART RAFFLE—to be given away at Grand Finale!

Wed, Jun 26 - Slot Car Racing, 6 - 8:00 pm, HobbyTown USA Virginia Beach VA, 4000 Virginia Beach Blvd., Ste. 196, Virginia Beach. It's race time! Join us every Wednesday for slot car racing on our computerized 1/32nd scale slot car track. Just bring out your own car and controller and have some fun! Event is free and open to all skill levels.

Wed, Jun 26 - Doumar's Weekly Cruise in, 7 - 9:00 pm, Doumar's Cones & Barbecue, 1919 Monticello Ave., Norfolk. Please join us for a weekly cruise-in, every Wednesday night from 7-9pm at Doumar's in Norfolk. Please note they are open during these hours to enjoy all the great eats and drinks they provide, including their amazing ice-cream and handmade cones! *Most of all, please be on your absolute best behavior at their facility, as they have been kind enough to allow us to hold this event there. This means- be kind, clean up after yourselves, no excessive revving, no burnouts and do not speed off when leaving their parking lot. We want to continue to be welcome there, and these are some extremely nice folks. Those who do not follow the rules will be asked to not come back.*

Thu, Jun 27 - RC Drift Night, 4 - 7:00 pm, HobbyTown USA Virginia Beach VA, 4000 Virginia Beach Blvd., Ste. 196, Virginia Beach. Join us every Tuesday & Thursday for indoor RC Drift Night! We turn our activity room into a 1/10th scale drift track. Event is always free and all skill levels are welcome. Track layout is different each time making it always fun and challenging. The perfect chance to meet fellow RC drifters, better your drifting skills, and have fun!

Thu, Jun 27 - 757 Collaboration Cruise-In, 7 - 9:00 pm, Walmart Norfolk, Tidewater Dr., Norfolk. Come on out and join a collaboration of local car clubs for a weekly summer meet every Thursday evening in Norfolk. Please follow the normal rules on conduct, and enjoying hanging out with members from the local car scene.

Fri, Jun 28 - Friday Suffolk Cruz In, 4 - 8:00 pm, Suffolk Executive Airport, 1200 Gene Bolton Dr., Suffolk. Cruz in starting in June 2019 at Suffolk Executive airport every 2nd and 4th Friday 4 till 8 pm Suffolk. BBQ at the airport will be open, covered patio, large menu beer and wine selection also, come check it out.

Fri, Jun 28 - Friday Night Cruz Thru, 5 - 8:00 pm, Shorty's Diner, 627 Merrimac Trl., Williamsburg. It’s that time, our Friday Night Cruz Thrus are BACK and Better than ever. Shorty's will now be Open ALL DAY 6 am to 8 pm on Fridays thru the September! More time to make it in for All of your favorites like our Local Catfish Special served ALL Day and the classic car show starting at 5 pm. Also the SWEET SIDE will be open on Friday nights serving up ALL your favorite ice cream, Sno Ball and sweet dessert items. This is Going to be our Best Summer Yet!

Fri, Jun 28 - Middle Peninsula Classic Cruisers Cruise In, 5:30 pm, White Marsh Shopping Center, 4834 George Washington Memorial Hwy., Hayes. Middle Peninsula Classic Cruisers will hold a weekly cruise in begins at 5:30 pm until dusk (weather permitting). All years, makes and models welcome. Cruiser of the week award presented 30 minutes before dusk. Check our Facebook page @MPCCcruzin for updates. If you have any questions contact middlepeninsulaclassiccruisers@gmail.com

Fri, Jun 28 - Friday Night Lights at The Square, 8:00 pm, Hosted by Energized Elite, Chesapeake Square Mall, Portsmouth. Friday Night Lights at The Square! Come hang out and show off your cars! Biweekly meets Energized Elite will be hosting at Chesapeake Square Mall on the side where the sears was. Come hang out and show off your cars! Disclosure: All we ask is for no burnouts or excessive revving, if you are caught doing any of this we will ask you to leave. We are trying to have fun and just hang out so let’s not ruin it!

Sat, Jun 29 - Rides and Coffee Virginia Beach, 8 - 11:00 am, Detail Garage, 4239 Holland Rd., Suite #772, Virginia Beach. Our Famous Rides & Coffee event takes place the last Saturday of every month! Always show up early for a good spot and be prepared to kick off your weekend like a Boss! So who's ready to represent in beautiful VA weather with the baddest Car care supplier in North America? LIVE DEMOS - Raffles - SALES! - Coffee - Donuts. TAG EVERYONE: Car Clubs, Bike Clubs, Truck Clubs are ALWAYS WELCOME!

Sat, Jun 29 - (5th Sat) Cars & Coffee Norfolk, 9 - 11:00 am, Norfolk Uno Pizzeria & Grill, JANAF Shopping Center, Military Hwy & VA Beach Blvd., Norfolk. Special End of the Month Edition. Rat Rods? Mustangs? Minis? Camaros? Bring your vehicle (Cars, motorcycle, or bicycle) out to Uno's in Norfolk on the fourth Saturday of each month from 9-11 am. Proceeds from all your food and beverage purchases bill go towards The Joy Fund as long as you let your wait staff know. Meetup starts at 9 am. Suggestions, ideas and all cars are welcome! Please, no burnouts or loud music. Coffee and tea will be provided free of charge.

Sat, Jun 29 - Landstown Commons Cruise In, 4 - 8:00 pm, Landstown Commons Shopping Center, 3334 Princess Anne Rd., Virginia Beach. Saturday night cruise-in happening every Saturday night from April through October 2019 at Landstown Commons Shopping Center in Virginia Beach. Live DJ music with DVC Entertainment. All makes, years, and models encouraged to attend. Bring out your work in progress and share what you’re working on! Donation of $2 per vehicle to display as part of the Cruise-In. Free spectator parking and attendance. End of year proceeds are donated to the charities of the hosting car clubs choice. This is a well-organized and laid-back event with something for everyone to enjoy!

Sat, Jun 29 - 2019 Suffolk Hardee's Weekly Cruise In, 4 - 8:00 pm, Hardee's Drive-In, Pruden Blvd., Suffolk. Get those hot rods out and come see some cool cars and have a great time hanging out with friends. Every Saturday through Oct 26, 2019.

Sat, Jun 29 - Classic Cruiser’s cruise-in, 5 - 9:00 pm, Coastal Community Church, 101 Village Avenue, Yorktown. The 2019 Classic Cruiser’s cruise-in will take place every Saturday night beginning April 13 thru October 19. It is open to all years, all makes, and all models. If it’s cool, bring it. It is only a $2.00 donation to show your vehicle. There is no admission fee for spectators. All cruise-in donations are donated to charity. It is a great place to listen to some great tunes played by our DJs, look at some great rides, see your old friends, and make some new ones. For more information about the cruise-in, go to our website at http://www.ccccva.com or our Classic Cruisers Car Club Facebook page. You can also contact Blair Armbrister at 757-291-4911 or my98fordf150@verizon.net.

Sat, Jun 29 - Fort Monroe Saturday Night Cruise In, 6 - 10:00 pm, Hosted by Barney’s Auto Repair, at The Oozlefinch Craft Brewery parking lot, 81 Patch Rd, Fort Monroe, Hampton. Weekly Saturday Night Cruise In at Fort Monroe. All makes and models welcome. Hot rods, classics, exotics, cars, trucks, motorcycles, etc. Come out and enjoy some great craft beer over at Oozlefinch, and checkout some cars. As always, a family friendly environment. Large lot, plenty of parking.

Sun, Jun 30 - Revv Up Guns Down, 11:00 am, Hosted by 757 SOHC Squad, Buckroe Beach, Hampton. Put the guns down and rev these cars up for the ones we have lost. you will never be forgotten. This has to stop. Let's support our community and show our city that there is still good in this town. #hamptonstrong

Sun, Jun 30 - Weekly Meet, 1 - 3:30 pm, Hosted by Day Grooves, Hardee's, 7007 George Washington Memorial Hwy., Gloucester Courthouse. Weekly car meet. All vehicles welcome! Next to Hardee's in Gloucester Courthouse.

Sun, Jun 30 - Cruise-In every Sunday, 4 - 7:00 pm, Hosted by Fatboy's Grill & Steamshack, 15042 Carrollton Boulevard, Carrollton. Come on out every Sunday to see some of the coolest cars around! Bring your own car or truck, Ford, GM, MOPAR, any year, make, or model!

Mon, Jul 1 - Sonic Meet Monday's, 7 - 9:00 pm, Hosted by Eat Sleep Meek, Sonic Drive-In, 1093 Military Highway, Norfolk. Spring is almost here the weather is starting to get warmer, and Sonic is almost finished with their construction, come join us for some sonic and back into a parking spot!

Tue, Jul 2 - RC Drift Night, 4 - 7:00 pm, HobbyTown USA Virginia Beach VA, 4000 Virginia Beach Blvd., Ste. 196, Virginia Beach. Join us every Tuesday & Thursday for indoor RC Drift Night! We turn our activity room into a 1/10th scale drift track. Event is always free and all skill levels are welcome. Track layout is different each time making it always fun and challenging. The perfect chance to meet fellow RC drifters, better your drifting skills, and have fun!

Tue, Jul 2 - Cruise In, 4:30 - 6:30 pm, Which Wich "Superior Sandwiches", 1011 University Blvd., Harbor View, Suffolk. Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday. 10% discount to Rod drivers.

Wed, Jul 3 - Franklin Cruise-In and Independence Day Celebration, 4:30 - 10:00 pm, S. Main Street, Franklin. The City of Franklin & Blackwater Community Events are proud to present the Franklin Independence Day Celebration. Franklin Cruise-In, Market on Main, FREE Hot Dogs, Live Band, and FIREWORKS all in one evening in beautiful downtown Franklin. Open to all antiques, classics, customs, motorcycles and modern specialty vehicles. FREE entry to win $3000 (3 — $1000 categories of vehicles) with a participating vehicle. Weekly 50/50 raffle drawings. T-Shirts available for purchase—$20. CUSTOM GOLF CART RAFFLE—to be given away at Grand Finale! Be sure to join this Free, Family Fun Event.

Wed, Jul 3 - Slot Car Racing, 6 - 8:00 pm, HobbyTown USA Virginia Beach VA, 4000 Virginia Beach Blvd., Ste. 196, Virginia Beach. It's race time! Join us every Wednesday for slot car racing on our computerized 1/32nd scale slot car track. Just bring out your own car and controller and have some fun! Event is free and open to all skill levels.

Wed, Jul 3 - Doumar's Weekly Cruise in, 7 - 9:00 pm, Doumar's Cones & Barbecue, 1919 Monticello Ave., Norfolk. Please join us for a weekly cruise-in, every Wednesday night from 7-9pm at Doumar's in Norfolk. Please note they are open during these hours to enjoy all the great eats and drinks they provide, including their amazing ice-cream and handmade cones! *Most of all, please be on your absolute best behavior at their facility, as they have been kind enough to allow us to hold this event there. This means- be kind, clean up after yourselves, no excessive revving, no burnouts and do not speed off when leaving their parking lot. We want to continue to be welcome there, and these are some extremely nice folks. Those who do not follow the rules will be asked to not come back.*

Fri, Jul 5 - Smithfield Lions Club Cruz-In, 6 - 8:00 pm, Sentara St. Luke's, Carrollton. The 11th Annual Smithfield Lions Club Cruz-In will be through October 18 on the 1st and 3rd Friday of the month. Big Daddy's Pitmaster BBQ will be our food vendor this year and DJ Tom  Norris will be back spinning the tunes. So come on out and enjoy some good music, good food, and see some really cool cars. Don't forget to check us out at www.Facebook.com/Smithfield Lions Club Cruz-In. Also, we are looking for car clubs and/or motorcycles clubs that would like to be a featured club at one of our Cruz-Ins. Please contact Tim Marinelli at (757)371-6061 if your club would be interested.

Sat, Jul 6 - (1st Sat) Cars and Coffee Virginia Beach, 7 - 10:00 am, hosted by Java Surf, NOW at the Virginia Beach Convention Center, 1000 19th St, Virginia Beach. Sponsored by American Do It Yourself Garage of Virginia Beach - find them on Facebook. This is an organized but casual gathering of car enthusiasts ($5 per car.), normally the first Saturday each month to talk cars and share a cup of coffee. Enter Parking lot at 19th & Parks Avenue. Gates open at 6:30. New Food trucks! Fikka Coffee Bar onsite! Quick Walk up Coffee station! Bathrooms onsite! Ample parking for everyone. See everyone bright and early!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/115284668486129/

Fri, Jul 12 - Collector Car Appreciation Day Cruise-In, 5 - 8:00 pm, Daniels Performance Group, 20128 IWIP Rd., Smithfield. Daniels Performance Group is once again pleased to be a part of the nationwide celebration recognizing Collector Car Appreciation Day. For over a century, America has produced some of the greatest cars and trucks ever built. The Day reaffirms the important role that automobiles have played in the United States Heritage. There will be music, a food vendor, and lots of cool cars. Proceeds to benefit Ruff Road Pet Rescue. Open to all vehicles! $3 donation for show cars, spectators Free. For more information please call (757) 356-1156

Sat, Jul 13 - (2nd Sat) Cars & Coffee Williamsburg, at the Coffeehouse, 8 - 10:00 am, 5251 John Tyler Hwy., Williamsburg. C&C Williamsburg is an informal gathering of people with a passion for automobiles. Come on out and share a cup of coffee with the enthusiast you met last month, or plan to make new friends to compare your mods with next month! http://www.carsandcoffeewilliamsburg.com/

Sat, Jul 13 - Sumospeed Shirts Off Dudes On Charity Car Wash, 11:00 am - 6:00 pm, Detail Garage Virginia Beach, 4239 Holland Rd., Suite #772, Virginia Beach. As you may, or may not know, we lost a good friend and team mate of ours, Stephen James, to brain cancer back in 2015, and he still is present with us in spirit. We've wanted to host an event for a while to honor him and help contribute to a cause that can help others battling the same challenges he bravely faced in his final years. Please come join our team on Saturday, July 13th, for our first annual team car wash. Our members will be hand washing vehicles all day for donations, with 100% of the proceeds going toward the American Brain Tumor Association, and organization suggested to us by Stephen's family for this event. We will post details as they come but we would love to see you out! HUGE shout out to Detail Garage for hosting us and providing supplies for the event!

Sat, Jul 20 - Cars & Coffee Great Bridge (3rd Saturday), 8 - 10:00 am, Great Bridge United Methodist Church, 201 Stadium Drive, Chesapeake. Cars & Coffee in Great Bridge is a gathering of car enthusiasts the third Saturday each month from 8-10 am to talk cars and share a cup of coffee at Great Bridge United Methodist Church. We hope you’ll join us!

Sat, Jul 20 - (3rd Sat) Cars & Coffee Newport News, 9 - 11:00 am, Village Square Shopping Center, 5007 Victory Blvd., Yorktown. Car enthusiasts of all kinds are welcome! Family friendly. This is an informal cruise-in for enthusiast of all makes, models and years, cars and trucks the second Saturday each month from to talk cars and share a cup of coffee. Note: Coffee and tables available at Uno on the patio. Rainout date is always the next Sunday with good weather. Please follow this short, but strongly enforced set of rules: No revving, no Burnouts, no loud music, no parking in loading/fire zones, no double parking. Please be respectful of everyone most of all.

Sat, Jul 20 - GenRight 4x4 Night, Hotrodders Cafe, 5:30 pm, 1457 Mount Pleasant Rd., Ste. 109, Chesapeake. A great event to come and hang out with some local jeepers/off-roaders and check out some awesome jeeps, talk about your build, and any upcoming wheeling trips. Oh and the food is always good!

Sat, Jul 27 - 2019 River Oak C4 Cruise-In, 8 - 9:30 am, Hosted by the men of River Oak Church, 255 Great Bridge Blvd., Chesapeake. Join the monthly gathering happening the 4th Saturday every month at River Oak Church. Owners and lookers welcome, it’s all free – free to show, free to look, free to eat, (donuts & coffee). Nothing fancy; talk cars, show off your ride and meet other’s that share the same love. All rides are welcome – imports, exotic, trucks, bikes (any vintage, old or new), tractors, customs tuners, off-road, whatever! We start early, (8 am), and we end early, (9:30 am), before the heat of the day, so you have plenty of your Saturday left to do other shows, polish off your honey-do list, or do whatever you do in the summertime when the weather is hot.

Sat, Jul 27 - (4th Sat) Cars & Coffee Norfolk, 9 - 11:00 am, Norfolk Uno Pizzeria & Grill, JANAF Shopping Center, Military Hwy & VA Beach Blvd., Norfolk. Rat Rods? Mustangs? Minis? Camaros? Bring your vehicle (Cars, motorcycle, or bicycle) out to Uno's in Norfolk on the fourth Saturday of each month from 9-11 am. Proceeds from all your food and beverage purchases bill go towards The Joy Fund as long as you let your wait staff know. Meetup starts at 9 am. Suggestions, ideas and all cars are welcome! Please, no burnouts or loud music. Coffee and tea will be provided free of charge.

Sat, Jul 27 - Monthly Meetup: Cars & Coffee, 9 - 11:00 am, Glazed Doughnuts, 24 Wine St., Hampton. Join us every 4th Saturday from 9-11 am for Cars & Coffee. All cars (vehicles) & car clubs welcome. Glazed Donuts Website: glazedhampton.com  No loud music, no revving, no burnouts, be respectful. Meet fellow car enthusiast and have a great time.

Sat, Jul 27 - Yorktown Cars and Coffee, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm, Hampton Roads Harley-Davidson, 6450 George Washington Memorial Hwy., Yorktown. Yorktown Cars and Coffee for July will be Saturday the 27th. We will have Firehouse coffee out serving up some local brew, Modded performance Tuning and Hampton Roads Harley-Davidson sponsoring the event. As always this event is open to all vehicles, people, and pets. Come out and show off your ride, and meet some like minded people. 



UPCOMING CAR SHOWS, ETC.
(scroll down for Club and Regional Motorsports Events)

Sat, Jun 29 - Summer Sizzle Car Show, 8:30 am - 2:30 pm, Hosted by the Mustang Club of Tidewater, Cavalier Ford at Chesapeake Square, 4021 Portsmouth Blvd., Chesapeake. Come join us for a great mid-summer show. All makes and models, kid friendly, free for spectators. This will be a judged show. Registration fee: $20 plus 2 cans of food. Classes to be determined day of show, plus Best in Show, Club Participation, and Dealership Pick awards. Contact Jeff Brownlee,  ches24fan@gmail.com,  (757) 676-5145.  www.mustangcluboftidewater.com


Sat, Jun 29 - HCA Car and Bike Show, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, Hosted by Hampton Christian Academy, 2419 N Armistead Ave., Hampton. Registration begins at 9 am at the Lower School (2424 N. Armistead Ave.). $20 Vehicle registration fee ($15 before June 21). Goodie bags for first 100 registered - Prizes for top 40. Purchase a vendor table for $20; Provide sponsorship for $40. Please visit www.hamptonchristianacademy.org for registration, vendor & sponsor forms. Free admission to the public. For questions contact Brittani Post at bpost@hamptonchristianacademy.org


Sun, Jun 30 - Light the Night Car and Light Show: Fighting Leukemia, 5 - 9:30 pm, Detail Garage, 4239 Holland Rd., Suite #772, Virginia Beach. Join 757 Auto Events, Detail Garage, This Guys Decals, LLC, and @Detail Medics of Chesapeake for an evening of fun, competition, wild builds, and lights!. Proceeds to benefit 20 year old, Gavin Rhodes, who is hospitalized with Relapse of Leukemia. Gavin loves the car scene and he loves his truck! let's come together to raise money for a fellow gearhead to raise his spirits! Detail Garage will be open with show specials and a comfy area indoors! Registration: $20 Cash for Car and Light show; $5 for "Street Meet" (non-judged). 50-50 Raffle, Silent Auction, Awards.


Thu, Jul 4 - Annual July 4th Car, Truck and Bike Show, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm, Hosted by Classic Cruisers Car Club, Shops at High Street, 1430 Richmond Road, Williamsburg. New location this year. Open to ALL Years, Makes & Models (Rain or Shine). Registration day of show only $20 with all proceeds going to charity. Awards For Best Car, Best Truck, & TOP 40 (Participant’s Ballot). Show Registration from 10 am – 12 pm, Participant Judging 12 - 1 pm, with awards at 3 pm or earlier. For more information call: Ray Colesworthy 757-565-0309 clswrtr@aol.com Dean Mitchell 757-220-1036 boatdean@aol.com Blair Armbrister 757-877-4911 my98fordf150@Verizon.net


Thu, Jul 4 - 8th Annual Town of Windsor Car Show, 5 - 8:00 pm, intersection of Duke Street and Church Street, Windsor. NO ENTRY FEE. Open to the public. No car show entries after 6pm. Awards will include a Farmers Bank Best in Show Plaque along with a $100 gift card, Duke Olds Cadillac Plaque along with a $75 gift card, Napa Clean Car award along with a $50 gift card, Dairy Queen Sweetest Ride Plaque, and more. Off street parking will be available for car show participants after 8pm to stay and enjoy the fireworks display. For additional info please contact Greg Willis at 757-373-9421 or Michael Stallings at Windsor Town Hall, 757-242-4288  Email: Greg.willis@vafb.com  Web Site: www.windsor-va.gov/news/article/may/17/2019/july-4th-car-show/


Fri, Jul 5 - Sumospeed Night Moves, 6 to 10:00 pm, Sponsored by the Tidewater Sports Car Club, Virginia Beach Sportsplex and Regional Training Center, 2044 Landstown Centre Way, Virginia Beach. July's meet is being sponsored by TSCC, and they have selected roadsters as their free entry vehicles for the meet, so bring em out! For our sponsor appreciation coin for this meet, you only have one shot at picking one up for this one. To acquire a coin, you must attend TSCC's autocross event on 6/9 at the Suffolk executive airport. We will have our booth set up and the coins can be picked up from there between 9:30 am and 3 pm. Huge thank you to them for signing on for 2019! Rules for the meet: NO excessive revving or 2step, NO excessive music volume or bass, PLEASE clean up your trash, PLEASE respect our staff and officers on site. Officers on site will be ticketing for violating the following rules as well. *NO BURNOUTS. *NO SPEEDING ON THE PROPERTY. Please share the event and invite your friends! See everyone in May!


Sat, Jul 13 - 4th Annual Ambassador Club Annual Car/Truck, Motorcycle, and Golf Cart Show, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm, The Ambassador Club of Portsmouth, 364 Peninsula Ave, Portsmouth. Join 757 Auto Events as we celebrate this annual event to benefit the Ambassador Club of Portsmouth Foundation. We will have music, food, games, cars, bikes, and golf carts! Free and open for public to spectate. Bring the family to enjoy the day. and we will have hot dogs, burgers, and refreshments sold onsite. Registration - Cars $20, Motorcycles $15, Carts $15. Paid entrants receive commemorative dash plaque.


Sat, Jul 13 - Classics on Main Car & Truck Show, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, Hosted by Middle Peninsula Classic Cruisers, 6504 Main St, Gloucester CH. Come spend the day in historic downtown Gloucester Courthouse, Gloucester, Virginia July 13, 2019. Parked on Main Street, you'll be able to visit all the local shops and restaurants. Come all day, check out the cool cars, enjoy delicious eats at our restaurants and enjoy shopping along Gloucester Main Street. Show time is 10 am to 3 pm, with registration from 9 am until noon. Over 50 awards, dash plaques for the first 75 participants. Vendors and more! $20 Registration fee. Open to all years makes and models. Show supports Gloucester Country Sheriff's Department Project Lifesaver.


Sun, Jul 14 - 5th Annual Eddie Tyrell's Car, truck & Bike Show, Hosted by 757 Auto Events, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, Landstown Commons Shopping Center, 3334 Princess Anne Rd., Virginia Beach. Come out and join the Tidewater Streeters club for the 5th Annual Eddie Tyrell's Car, truck & Bike Show! We will be raising funds for Edmarc Hospice for Children, a local charity that helps families dealing with difficult medical situations. Look forward to raffles, silent auctions, and DJ music for the family. $20 donation for entry, Free for Spectators.


Sat, Jul 20 - Old School 2 New school, Hosted by SpeedLine Elite, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, American Indoor Karting, 2736 N Mall Dr., Virginia Beach. To All Car Show Enthusiasts SpeedLine Elite is back again for our annual Old School to New School charity car show. Our show is open and welcomes all makes and models, anything on wheels Old School to New School! So be sure to mark your car show calendar for Saturday July 20th 2019. This year is our 25th Anniversary we will be back at the American Indoor Go Karting in Va beach VA. You're definitely not gonna want to miss this show! This year we will be doing Top 25 and over 25 Best of Trophies. If you've ever been to one of our shows you know every year is always better than the last and our trophies are always badass and one of a kind. And don't forget about our many awesome raffle prizes and our 50/50 raffle. We will also be doing some car club games. Free Admission to spectators, Kid Friendly. Registration at the door is $25, Pre-Registration is $20.


Sat, Jul 20 - Strong Car Strong Hearts Car Show, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, Advance Auto Parts 2401 Airline Blvd, Portsmouth. Registration 9 - 10:00 am. Registration Day of $15.00 per Vehicle Awards after 3 pm for : Best in Class, Classic Car, Bike, Truck, Muscle Car, Hot Rod, Best in Show, and People's Choice Door Prizes, Raffles, 50/50, Food and Drinks, T-Shirts, Music and Vendors All donations and proceeds go to the American Heart Association Contact: Barbie Cooper 757-397-2414  Email: barbie.cooper@advance-auto.com


Sat, Jul 27 - 7th Annual Car Show, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm, Hosted by Hickory Ridge Community Church, 3320 S. Battlefield Blvd., Chesapeake. Top 10, Viewer's Choice, Pastor's Pick, 50/50 raffle, Food and Vendors. $20 per vehicle. Registration is from 9 am-noon. Checks can be made to HRCC with Car Show in the memo.


Sat, Aug 3 - Coast Guard Birthday Celebration & Charity Car Show, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, Hosted by 757 Auto Events, Coast Guard Station Portsmouth, 4000 Coast Guard Blvd., Portsmouth. Join 757 Auto Events as we host a Family Fun Day at Coast Guard Station Portsmouth! Open class judged car show will be hosted as we celebrate the Coast Guard's Birthday with friends and family! Your registration will include a meal voucher from one of the participating food trucks! We will have activities for the kids and grown-ups! Stay tuned for details. YOU WILL NEED TO BE ADDED TO A LIST FOR PASSAGE AT THE GATE.  THIS APPLIES TO PASSENGERS AND SPECTATORS ALSO. MILITARY DECALS MAY HELP, BUT PLAN TO ADD YOUR NAMES TO THE LIST BY EMAIL THROUGH Richard.f.ott@uscg.mil


Sat, Aug 3 - Stance-Con Virginia 2019 Presented By Grounded Suspension Supply, 1 – 6:00 pm, Hosted by Stance-Con, Virginia Beach Convention Center, 1000 19th St., Virginia Beach. Spread the word! Stance-Con makes its way to Virginia Beach for our first east coast show. Featuring 150,000 sq ft of all indoor showcase space, the best local and out of state cars and vendors this is an event you do not want to miss! Event activities include: •Cornhole Tournament- $100 cash prize to the winning team! •Beer Pong Tournament- $100 cash prize to the winning team! •RC Drift Track. Spectator tickets: New to this year we’re offering more ways to save your hard earned cash! •Early Bird: $10 (200 total available online only) •Pre-Sale: $15 (Available until the day before the event) •General Admission: $20 at the door day of the event •Children 12 and under FREE. http://www.stancecon.com/


Sat, Aug 24 - 7th Annual Import Warz featuring King of the South Car Show Tour, 12 - 4:00 pm, Hosted by BackStage Entertainment, Virginia Beach Sportsplex, 2044 Landstown Centre Way, Virginia Beach. C3 and BSE have teamed up to bring you the largest car event of the summer! Register now! We are calling out all the clubs in the 7 cities and surrounding areas for this one! The King of the South Car Show Tour was created to give everyone the opportunity to see everyday vehicles completely customized to the personality and visions of their owners. This show is not just a car show of exotic vehicles. This show will be a safe and secure special event for all communities and automotive enthusiast to enjoy. KOTS/IW car shows host well over 3,000 people throughout the event every year most aging from 12 to over 65 with travelers coming from all over the southern and eastern states.


Sat, Sep 21 - Sumospeed Beach Bash Sponsored By Fortune Auto, 12 – 6:00 pm, 6800 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC. We are excited to announce our first annual Sumospeed Beach Bash at the Soundside Event Site! This event will feature a car show, music, raffles, vendors, and food trucks. Set in the beautiful Outer Banks in North Carolina, this will be a unique event you will not want to miss! Stay tuned for more information as we put this event together, we can't wait to see everyone there! https://registration.sumospeed.com/tickets



CLUB RACING/AUTO CROSS(AX, or SOLO)/HI-PERF DRIVERS EDUCATION(HPDE)/TIME TRIALS/ROAD RALLY

Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) - Old Dominion Region
Part of the SCCA's Southeast Division (SEDiv), which consists of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, South Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia. Our Region includes all of the cities in the Hampton Roads area as well as several surrounding cities. We primarily host two types of events: Solo (Auto Cross) and Road Rally.
www.odr-scca.org
Schedule (Date / Event / Location):

Sun, Jul 7 / Solo / Old Pungo Airfield

Sun, Aug 11 / Solo / Old Pungo Airfield

Sun, Sep 8 / Solo / Old Pungo Airfield

Sun, Oct 6 / Solo / Old Pungo Airfield

Sun, Nov 3 / Solo / Old Pungo Airfield

Sun, Dec 1 / Solo / Old Pungo Airfield


Tidewater Sports Car Club (TSCC)
Founded in Norfolk Virginia in 1953, TSCC has a strong foundation within the local Hampton Roads autocross community and surrounding areas. Our autocross season runs from March through November with championship series events typically taking place on the 3rd Sunday of the month. We usually host a novice autocross school early in the season on the Saturday before our Sunday event. This is a great opportunity for new participants to get involved with autocross. We also host higher speed time trials at regional tracks such as North Carolina Center for Automotive Research.
www.tidewatersportscarclub.com
Schedule (Date / Event / Location):

Sat, Jul 6 / ADIYG Tech Day

Sun, Jul 21 / Event #4 July Autocross / TBA

Sat-Sun, Aug 3-4 / 2019 Double Summer HPDE / NCCAR


National Auto Sport Association (NASA) Mid-Atlantic
Founded in 2000, we are an autosport events company servicing the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States. Our goal is to provide a variety of legal, organized, safety-minded road-racing and education-based high performance driving experiences for as many sports car enthusiasts as possible.
www.nasaracing.net
Schedule (Date / Event / Location):

Fri-Sun, Jul 19-21 / Great Lakes Crossover Event Powered by HyperFest, Friday NASA Test and Tune, HPDE3,4,TT open track  / Pittsburgh Int’l Race Complex (2.8mi full track)

Fri-Sun, Aug 16-18 / ! Unkefer Dash ! Fri: Instructor Clinic. Sat Only: OG Racing HyperDrive™, 120min Arrive & Drive Kart Enduro. Sat & Sun: HPDE1-2-3-4, Time Trial, Sprint Roadracing / VIRginia International Raceway (3.3 mi Full course)


SPIRIT.jp Drifting Series
Richmond International Raceway Complex, 600 E Laburnum Ave., Richmond
Drifting was born in the mountains of Japan where skill and style were blended into an aggressive show of speed and car control.
http://www.spiritjpdriftseries.com
Schedule (Date / Event):

Sat, Jul 6 / NIGHT TOUGE 2 - Underglow Comeback Tour! 3 - 10:00 pm. Drifting under the lights at SPIRIT.jp DRIFT CIRCUIT! We will use our MAIN CIRCUIT layout with some added light features around the course to up the safety and visibility for Drivers. Functional headlights & at least ONE functioning running light and brake light in the rear is REQUIRED. NON-OEM light bar, or LED rear tail light is OK. Under-glow, strobes, and wild lights are HIGHLY encouraged. Let's light this place up! MSREG.com/NIGHTTOUGE2 to register! 

Sun, Jul 7 / Novice Clinic #4. Drivers will hone in their skills while having an instructor guide them through basic Drift Training. Bring a pad & paper; you're going back to school! Classroom time provides NOVICES a chance to fire away question at our instructors/advanced drivers! No question is a bad question, so ask away! Get taught the basics and fundamentals of Drifting and drift car up-keep! 1 Track, 2 skid pads, 2 short courses and classroom sessions will help YOU learn to DRIFT! Limited to NOVICE Drivers only! http://www.msreg.com/noviceclinic4

Sun, Jul 14 / Soukoukai Practice Drift Event #3. Exciting Driving! Drivers will be broken down into 3 group; Novice, Intermediate and Advanced. Driver's will be bumped up or down depending on skill level shown during the morning sessions. This is an open practice layout. Maximum seat time and aggressive style driving. Drift Games will be held at Lunch. The game can and will vary, but will be 100% focused on you displaying your progression! Tech forms will be sent to REGISTERED drivers via email. Tech Basics - Don't have leaking fluids. Don't have missing lugs. Securely mounted seats. All aero present at the time of Tech. Fire Extinguisher on hand. Most importantly, prepare to have fun, and drive so much you'll be exhausted! :) Get ready to learn!

Sun, Jul 21 / Novice Clinic #5 - Drift Event, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, . Drivers will hone in their skills while having an instructor guide them through basic Drift Training. Bring a pad & paper; you're going back to school! Classroom time provides NOVICES a chance to fire away question at our instructors/advanced drivers! No question is a bad question, so ask away! Get taught the basics and fundamentals of Drifting and drift car up-keep! 1 Track, 2 skid pads, 2 short courses and classroom sessions will help YOU learn to DRIFT! Limited to NOVICE Drivers only!  http://www.msreg.com/noviceclinic5



REGIONAL AUTO RACING/MOTORSPORTS

Larry King Law's Langley Speedway
3165 N Armistead Ave., Hampton
America's Oldest Consecutively Running Short Track! Three Time Recipient of the NASCAR Hometrack Achievement Award.
www.langley-speedway.com
Schedule (Date / Event): Weekly Saturday Racing - Gates open at 2:00 pm, Qualifying at 4:30 pm, Racing starts at 7:00 pm

Wed, Jun 26 / Wacky Wednesday season is here! Come out and enjoy a great evening of Oval Drag Racing! Gates open at 6 pm Racing starts at 7 pm. For more information check out http://langley-speedway.com/wacky-wednesday/

Sat, Jun 29 / NASCAR Night Weekly Racing: Twin Modifieds | Super Trucks | UCars | Legends | Bandoleros

Wed, Jul 3 / Wacky Wednesday season is here! Come out and enjoy a great evening of Oval Drag Racing! Gates open at 6 pm Racing starts at 7 pm. For more information check out http://langley-speedway.com/wacky-wednesday/

Sat, Jul 6 / Fireworks & Sprint Cars Weekly Racing: VA Sprints | Twin Super Streets | Pro Six | Karts

Wed, Jul 10 / Wacky Wednesday season is here! Come out and enjoy a great evening of Oval Drag Racing! Gates open at 6 pm Racing starts at 7 pm. For more information check out http://langley-speedway.com/wacky-wednesday/

Sat, Jul 13 / Weekly Racing: Twin Modifieds | Grand Stocks | UCars | Legends | Bandoleros | Enduros


Bill Sawyer's Virginia Motor Speedway
4426 Tidewater Trail, Jamaica, VA
A ½-mile clay surface with 14 degree banking in both corners and 4 degrees on the front and back stretch. Divisions: Victory Lap Late Model, Truckin Thunder Sportsman, Budweiser Modifieds, Limited Stock Car, Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series, World of Outlaws Late Models, World of Outlaws Sprint Cars and mud bogs. Virginia Motor Speedway runs on select Saturday nights April through the first week of October, Closed on RIR NASCAR weekends (check website for schedule of events).
www.vamotorspeedway.com
Schedule (Date / Event): Competitor Gates Open, 3 pm; Spectator Gates Open, 5 pm; Drivers Meeting, 5:45 pm; Hot Lap Qualifying, 6:30 pm; Driver Registration / Pit Pass Window Closes, 6:30 pm; Racing, 8 pm.

Sat, Jun 29 / Weekly Racing: Pro Late Model, Sportsman, Modified, Limited Stock

Sat, Jul 13 / Weekly Racing: Pro Late Model, Sportsman, Modified, Limited Stock

Sat, Jul 20 / Weekly Racing: Pro Late Model, Sportsman, Modified, Limited Stock


Southside Speedway
12800 Genito Rd., Midlothian, VA
"The Toughest Short Track in the South," Chesterfield County's favorite family-friendly venue! Locally owned and operated, Southside Speedway has been a fixture in Chesterfield County since 1959. With a paved 1/3 mile oval track located on Genito Road, and featuring races from six different divisions including Late Models, Modifieds, Grand Stocks, UCARs, Legends and Bandoleros. The speedway draws drivers both locally and throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.
www.southsidespeedway.net
Schedule (Date / Event): Front Gate opens, 6:00 pm; Qualifying starts, 6:00 pm; Racing starts, 7:45 pm

Fri, Jun 28 / Military Appreciation Night

Fri, Jul 12 / 75 Lap Late Model Feature

Fri, Jul 19 / Race Night

Fri, Jul 26 / Old Timers Night


Richmond Dragway
1955 Portugee Rd., Sandston, VA
Richmond Dragway is a 1/4 mile International Hot Rod Association sanctioned drag racing facility in Sandston, VA. The site features 130 acres with a full service concession stand, VP Fuel Station, and a 3 story Timing and Scoring tower.
www.richmonddragway.com
Schedule (Date / Event):

Fri, Jun 28 / Summer Showdown Series, Ladies night, and Test and Tune, 4-10 pm

Fri, Jul 12 / Friday Night Street Fights, and Test and Tune, 5-10 pm

Fri, Jul 26 / getfast1.com RVA List, 5-10 pm

Fri, Aug 2 / Summer Showdown Series, Ladies night, and Test and Tune, 4-10 pm


Richmond International Raceway (RIR)
600 East Laburnum Avenue, Richmond, VA
Known as America's Premier Short Track, RIR offers great night racing action and a commitment to the fan experience. One of the most popular facilities among drivers and fans in all of motorsports, Richmond International Raceway annually hosts two NASCAR Doubleheader weekends, featuring the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series and NASCAR Nationwide Series, under the lights on a ¾-mile D-Shaped oval. The unique layout traditionally produces exciting side-by-side racing, yet drivers reach high enough speeds for a superspeedway feel. Combined with first-class amenities and a focus on the fans, guests at Richmond International Raceway can expect to experience what "Racing Perfection" truly is.
http://www.richmondracewaycomplex.com
Schedule (Date / Event):

Sun, Aug 18 / VMSC Autocross #6. We're an independent club that has been hosting safe and fun road rallyes and autocross events for our members and guests since 1950. http://www.vmsc.org/

Fri, Sep 20 / GO BOWLING 250. Watch as drivers in the NASCAR Xfinity Series start their run to the championship with the first playoff race in the series

Sat, Sep 21 / FEDERATED AUTO PARTS 400. The Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series goes under the lights for the Federated Auto Parts 400. Join us for the first ever Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series playoff race at Richmond.


Dominion Raceway & Entertainment
Exit 118 I-95, 6501 Dominion Raceway Ave., Woodford, VA
Representing a new model for Motorsports facilities and Entertainment venues. Dominion Raceway & Entertainment is a multipurpose facility located on "America's Main Street", I-95. Located between Washington DC and Richmond VA the complex includes: a two-mile road course, a 4/10ths mile paved NASCAR oval, 1/8th mile drag strip, festival concert venue and more. Our 36,600 square foot building includes meeting space, hospitality and a full service kitchen and bar.
www.dominionraceway.com
Schedule (Date / Event):

Thu, Jun 27 / Track Night: Northern Virginia, Hosted by SCCA. The fastest way to get on track, Track Night in America Driven by Tire Rack offers participants three 20-minute sessions. Track Tour laps will be open and free to all attendees (non-entries as well). Event entry is open to the general public over the age of 18, with a valid driver’s license. https://www.tracknightinamerica.com/events/1993767-track-night-2019-northern-virginia-april-18

Fri, Jun 28 / Nascar Open Practice, 5:00 pm. Watch NASCAR open practice as teams prepare for Saturday night's big race! After practice, the pits are open to all spectators so you can check out the cars and meet the racers. Spectators $5, includes spectator entrance to our Street Racing to 11pm and the 118 Bar & Grill too!

Fri, Jun 28 / Friday Night Street Racing. 6:00 pm. We are back again this year with our friends from Modified DMV and are ready for a bigger and better year than last season. Come out on our true never prepped track for some true street 1/8 mile action. Bring your friends bring your family call out your rivals! Don't be scared come out and enjoy some racing along with great food at 118 bar and grill located on the 2nd floor!!! $20 to race all day!!! $10 to spectate!

Sat, Jun 29 / Saturday Night Nascar Racing, 7:00 pm. Dominion Raceway is proud to be part of NASCAR’s Home Track Series and specifically, it’s Whelen All American Series sanction.

Sat-Sun, Jun 29-30 / Eastern Motor Racing Assoc. Time Trials, HPDE, Sprint and Formula Races

Sat, Jul 6 / DR Track Attack. 5-8 pm Track Attack is a safe, constructive, and fun experience that only costs $99 in advance or $119 at-track. No helmet is required and almost any street legal car, truck, or SUV can be used - rain or shine! It's a great starting point before signing up for a faster road course offering like TrackCross or HPDRE. Registration is limited to 20 cars per event, so please sign up ASAP.

Sun, Jul 7 / Dominion TrackCross #3. This is a full-day fast autocross on a twisty section of road course with no cones and no work assignments – rain or shine. It is perfect for those who enjoyed our Track Attack and want to try the next step: wide open track as fast as they can safely drive it against the clock in short bursts. An entry is just $99 in advance or $129 day-of. Registration is limited to 80 cars (two long 40-car-maximum heats in the morning then each group again in the afternoon) so everyone gets plenty of runs.

Fri-Sun, Jul 12-14 / Drive Supercars in DC/Richmond, VA. Does your bucket list include "Drive an Exotic Car"? If so, it's time to mark your calendars, because it's YOUR turn to experience the world's best supercars (Lamborghinis, Ferraris, Porsches, and more) on a REAL Racetrack. No Experience Necessary. The best part, NO SPEED LIMITS! If you’re ready to book, just head to XXSPEED.com and find the track nearest to you. 

Fri, Jul 12 / Nascar Open Practice, 5:00 pm. Watch NASCAR open practice as teams prepare for Saturday night's big race! After practice, the pits are open to all spectators so you can check out the cars and meet the racers. Spectators $5, includes spectator entrance to our Street Racing to 11pm and the 118 Bar & Grill too!

Sat, Jul 13 / Saturday Night Nascar Racing, 7:00 pm. Dominion Raceway is proud to be part of NASCAR’s Home Track Series and specifically, it’s Whelen All American Series sanction.

Sat, Jul 20 / DR Track Attack. 5-8 pm Track Attack is a safe, constructive, and fun experience that only costs $99 in advance or $119 at-track. No helmet is required and almost any street legal car, truck, or SUV can be used - rain or shine! It's a great starting point before signing up for a faster road course offering like TrackCross or HPDRE. Registration is limited to 20 cars per event, so please sign up ASAP.


Virginia Motorsports Park
Dinwiddie, 8018 Boydton Plank Rd., Petersburg, VA
Built in 1994, a state of the art multi-million dollar facility encompassing 500 acres featuring: Drag Strip, Mud Bog Pit, Truck and Tractor Pull Arena, Motocross facility, and a BMX Track.
www.virginiamotorsports.com
Schedule (Date / Event):

Thu, Jun 27 / Test-n-Tune, w/ Street ET

Fri-Sun, Jun 28-30 / Old Dominion Duels

Fri, Jul 5 / O'Reilly Auto Parts Street Wars, Plus VMP Most Wanted List Race!

Sat, Jul 6 / JB's No Clock Nationals. 

Sun, Jul 7 / USDrift Smoke 'Em If You Got 'Em, 10 am - 6 pm. https://www.usdrift.com/

Fri, Jul 12 / Test-n-Tune, w/ Street ET

Sat-Sun, Jul 13-14 / ET Points Bracket Series


Virginia International Raceway (VIR)
1245 Pine Tree Road, Alton, VA
Chosen as one of Car & Driver's Top 6 tracks in the nation, Virginia International Raceway is a multi-purpose road racing facility, located on the Dan River between Danville and South Boston, Virginia. VIR hosts a wide range of professional and amateur auto and motorcycle racing and track events, and is well established as "America's Motorsport Resort."
http://virnow.com/
Schedule (Date / Event):

Sat-Sun, Jun 29-30 / Chin Track Days HPDE, www.ChinTrackDays.com

Sat-Sun, Jul 6-7 / Apex Track Events, SCMC, TCUSA Fourth of July Weekend. http://www.motorsportreg.com/orgs/apex-track-events

Sat-Sun, Jul 6-7 / SVT Cobra Mustang Club (Full Course). www.svtcobraclub.com

Tue, Jul 9 / "Mini & Fiat Fest" - Phil Wicks Driving Academy (South Course). http://www.minidriving.com/

Sat-Sun, Jul 13-14 / PRE Trackdays (North Course). www.ridePRE.com

Sat, Jul 13 / Formula Experince Intro (PAD and South Course). www.formulaexperiences.com

Mon, Jul 15 / PRE Trackdays (Full Course). www.ridePRE.com

Sat, Jul 20 / Formula Experince Intro (PAD and Patriot Course). www.formulaexperiences.com



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Tuesday, June 18, 2019

Local Car Happenings for Tidewater VA



UPDATED LISTING OF LOCAL MEETS/CRUISE-INS, UPCOMING CAR SHOWS, CLUB & MOTORSPORT EVENTS, AND REGIONAL AUTO RACING


WEEKLY/MONTHLY CAR MEETS/CRUISE-INS
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Tue, Jun 18 - RC Drift Night, 4 - 7:00 pm, HobbyTown USA Virginia Beach VA, 4000 Virginia Beach Blvd., Ste. 196, Virginia Beach. Join us every Tuesday & Thursday for indoor RC Drift Night! We turn our activity room into a 1/10th scale drift track. Event is always free and all skill levels are welcome. Track layout is different each time making it always fun and challenging. The perfect chance to meet fellow RC drifters, better your drifting skills, and have fun!

Tue, Jun 18 - Cruise In, 4:30 - 6:30 pm, Which Wich "Superior Sandwiches", 1011 University Blvd., Harbor View, Suffolk. Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday. 10% discount to Rod drivers.

Wed, Jun 19 - Weekly Franklin Cruise-In, 5 - 8:00 pm, S. Main Street, Franklin. Weekly family-friendly, cruise-in in the heart of Downtown Franklin. FREE to all participants and spectators. Open to all antiques, classics, customs, motorcycles and modern specialty vehicles. FREE entry to win $3000 (3 — $1000 categories of vehicles) with a participating vehicle. Weekly 50/50 raffle drawings. T-Shirts available for purchase—$20. FREE hot-dogs at Fred’s Restaurant with a participating vehicle. CUSTOM GOLF CART RAFFLE—to be given away at Grand Finale!

Wed, Jun 19 - Slot Car Racing, 6 - 8:00 pm, HobbyTown USA Virginia Beach VA, 4000 Virginia Beach Blvd., Ste. 196, Virginia Beach. It's race time! Join us every Wednesday for slot car racing on our computerized 1/32nd scale slot car track. Just bring out your own car and controller and have some fun! Event is free and open to all skill levels.

Wed, Jun 19 - Doumar's Weekly Cruise in, 7 - 9:00 pm, Doumar's Cones & Barbecue, 1919 Monticello Ave., Norfolk. Please join us for a weekly cruise-in, every Wednesday night from 7-9pm at Doumar's in Norfolk. Please note they are open during these hours to enjoy all the great eats and drinks they provide, including their amazing ice-cream and handmade cones! *Most of all, please be on your absolute best behavior at their facility, as they have been kind enough to allow us to hold this event there. This means- be kind, clean up after yourselves, no excessive revving, no burnouts and do not speed off when leaving their parking lot. We want to continue to be welcome there, and these are some extremely nice folks. Those who do not follow the rules will be asked to not come back.*

Thu, Jun 20 - RC Drift Night, 4 - 7:00 pm, HobbyTown USA Virginia Beach VA, 4000 Virginia Beach Blvd., Ste. 196, Virginia Beach. Join us every Tuesday & Thursday for indoor RC Drift Night! We turn our activity room into a 1/10th scale drift track. Event is always free and all skill levels are welcome. Track layout is different each time making it always fun and challenging. The perfect chance to meet fellow RC drifters, better your drifting skills, and have fun!

Thu, Jun 20 - 757 Collaboration Cruise-In, 7 - 9:00 pm, Walmart Norfolk, Tidewater Dr., Norfolk. Come on out and join a collaboration of local car clubs for a weekly summer meet every Thursday evening in Norfolk. Please follow the normal rules on conduct, and enjoying hanging out with members from the local car scene.

Fri, Jun 21 - Friday Suffolk Cruz In, 4 - 8:00 pm, Suffolk Executive Airport, 1200 Gene Bolton Dr., Suffolk. Cruz in starting in June 2019 at Suffolk Executive airport every 2nd and 4th Friday 4 till 8 pm Suffolk. BBQ at the airport will be open, covered patio, large menu beer and wine selection also, come check it out.

Fri, Jun 21 - Friday Night Cruz Thru, 5 - 8:00 pm, Shorty's Diner, 627 Merrimac Trl., Williamsburg. It’s that time, our Friday Night Cruz Thrus are BACK and Better than ever. Shorty's will now be Open ALL DAY 6 am to 8 pm on Fridays thru the September! More time to make it in for All of your favorites like our Local Catfish Special served ALL Day and the classic car show starting at 5 pm. Also the SWEET SIDE will be open on Friday nights serving up ALL your favorite ice cream, Sno Ball and sweet dessert items. This is Going to be our Best Summer Yet!

Fri, Jun 21 - Middle Peninsula Classic Cruisers Cruise In, 5:30 pm, White Marsh Shopping Center, 4834 George Washington Memorial Hwy., Hayes. Middle Peninsula Classic Cruisers will hold a weekly cruise in begins at 5:30 pm until dusk (weather permitting). All years, makes and models welcome. Cruiser of the week award presented 30 minutes before dusk. Check our Facebook page @MPCCcruzin for updates. If you have any questions contact middlepeninsulaclassiccruisers@gmail.com

Fri, Jun 21 - Smithfield Lions Club Cruz-In, 6 - 8:00 pm, Sentara St. Luke's, Carrollton. The 11th Annual Smithfield Lions Club Cruz-In will be through October 18 on the 1st and 3rd Friday of the month. Big Daddy's Pitmaster BBQ will be our food vendor this year and DJ Tom  Norris will be back spinning the tunes. So come on out and enjoy some good music, good food, and see some really cool cars. Don't forget to check us out at www.Facebook.com/Smithfield Lions Club Cruz-In. Also, we are looking for car clubs and/or motorcycles clubs that would like to be a featured club at one of our Cruz-Ins. Please contact Tim Marinelli at (757)371-6061 if your club would be interested.

Sat, Jun 22 - 2019 River Oak C4 Cruise-In, 8 - 9:30 am, Hosted by the men of River Oak Church, 255 Great Bridge Blvd., Chesapeake. Join the monthly gathering happening the 4th Saturday every month at River Oak Church. Owners and lookers welcome, it’s all free – free to show, free to look, free to eat, (donuts & coffee). Nothing fancy; talk cars, show off your ride and meet other’s that share the same love. All rides are welcome – imports, exotic, trucks, bikes (any vintage, old or new), tractors, customs tuners, off-road, whatever! We start early, (8 am), and we end early, (9:30 am), before the heat of the day, so you have plenty of your Saturday left to do other shows, polish off your honey-do list, or do whatever you do in the summertime when the weather is hot.

Sat, Jun 22 - (4th Sat) Cars & Coffee Norfolk, 9 - 11:00 am, Norfolk Uno Pizzeria & Grill, JANAF Shopping Center, Military Hwy & VA Beach Blvd., Norfolk. Rat Rods? Mustangs? Minis? Camaros? Bring your vehicle (Cars, motorcycle, or bicycle) out to Uno's in Norfolk on the fourth Saturday of each month from 9-11 am. Proceeds from all your food and beverage purchases bill go towards The Joy Fund as long as you let your wait staff know. Meetup starts at 9 am. Suggestions, ideas and all cars are welcome! Please, no burnouts or loud music. Coffee and tea will be provided free of charge.

Sat, Jun 22 - Monthly Meetup: Cars & Coffee, 9 - 11:00 am, Glazed Doughnuts, 24 Wine St., Hampton. Join us every 4th Saturday from 9-11 am for Cars & Coffee. All cars (vehicles) & car clubs welcome. Glazed Donuts Website: glazedhampton.com  No loud music, no revving, no burnouts, be respectful. Meet fellow car enthusiast and have a great time.

Sat, Jun 22 - Yorktown Cars and Coffee, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm, Hampton Roads Harley-Davidson, 6450 George Washington Memorial Hwy., Yorktown. Our next Cars and Coffee will be Saturday June 22nd starting at 9 am, and going until..... Bring out your rides to show off, and check out some others also. These events are always open to all vehicles, and all people.  We are Family, and pet friendly as well. See ya soon!

Sat, Jun 22 - Crown Vic Beauties Car Wash, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, 7525 Tidewater Dr., Norfolk. Come out & Let the Beauties get your cars, Trucks & bikes right. Cars: $7, Trucks: $10.

Sat, Jun 22 - Landstown Commons Cruise In, 4 - 8:00 pm, Landstown Commons Shopping Center, 3334 Princess Anne Rd., Virginia Beach. Saturday night cruise-in happening every Saturday night from April through October 2019 at Landstown Commons Shopping Center in Virginia Beach. Live DJ music with DVC Entertainment. All makes, years, and models encouraged to attend. Bring out your work in progress and share what you’re working on! Donation of $2 per vehicle to display as part of the Cruise-In. Free spectator parking and attendance. End of year proceeds are donated to the charities of the hosting car clubs choice. This is a well-organized and laid-back event with something for everyone to enjoy!

Sat, Jun 22 - 2019 Suffolk Hardee's Weekly Cruise In, 4 - 8:00 pm, Hardee's Drive-In, Pruden Blvd., Suffolk. Get those hot rods out and come see some cool cars and have a great time hanging out with friends. Every Saturday through Oct 26, 2019.

Sat, Jun 22 - Classic Cruiser’s cruise-in, 5 - 9:00 pm, Coastal Community Church, 101 Village Avenue, Yorktown. The 2019 Classic Cruiser’s cruise-in will take place every Saturday night beginning April 13 thru October 19. It is open to all years, all makes, and all models. If it’s cool, bring it. It is only a $2.00 donation to show your vehicle. There is no admission fee for spectators. All cruise-in donations are donated to charity. It is a great place to listen to some great tunes played by our DJs, look at some great rides, see your old friends, and make some new ones. For more information about the cruise-in, go to our website at http://www.ccccva.com or our Classic Cruisers Car Club Facebook page. You can also contact Blair Armbrister at 757-291-4911 or my98fordf150@verizon.net.

Sat/Sun, Jun 22/23 - Show & Shine to Cure Parkinson's Disease, 12 - 4:00 pm, Hosted by the Classic Cruisers Car Club, Williamsburg Antique Mall, 500 Lightfoot Rd., Williamsburg. Open to all makes, models, years of cars, trucks & motorcycles. Donations accepted to benefit the American Parkinson's Disease Foundation. Spectators welcome. DJ, raffle, & restaurant on site. Info (757) 776-0094, www.antiqueswilliamsburg.com

Sat, Jun 22 - Fort Monroe Saturday Night Cruise In, 6 - 10:00 pm, Hosted by Barney’s Auto Repair, at The Oozlefinch Craft Brewery parking lot, 81 Patch Rd, Fort Monroe, Hampton. Weekly Saturday Night Cruise In at Fort Monroe. All makes and models welcome. Hot rods, classics, exotics, cars, trucks, motorcycles, etc. Come out and enjoy some great craft beer over at Oozlefinch, and checkout some cars. As always, a family friendly environment. Large lot, plenty of parking.

Sun, Jun 23 - Weekly Meet, 1 - 3:30 pm, Hosted by Day Grooves, Hardee's, 7007 George Washington Memorial Hwy., Gloucester Courthouse. Weekly car meet. All vehicles welcome! Next to Hardee's in Gloucester Courthouse.

Sun, Jun 23 - Cruise-In every Sunday, 4 - 7:00 pm, Hosted by Fatboy's Grill & Steamshack, 15042 Carrollton Boulevard, Carrollton. Come on out every Sunday to see some of the coolest cars around! Bring your own car or truck, Ford, GM, MOPAR, any year, make, or model!

Mon, Jun 24 - Sonic Meet Monday's, 7 - 9:00 pm, Hosted by Eat Sleep Meek, Sonic Drive-In, 1093 Military Highway, Norfolk. Spring is almost here the weather is starting to get warmer, and Sonic is almost finished with their construction, come join us for some sonic and back into a parking spot!

Tue, Jun 25 - RC Drift Night, 4 - 7:00 pm, HobbyTown USA Virginia Beach VA, 4000 Virginia Beach Blvd., Ste. 196, Virginia Beach. Join us every Tuesday & Thursday for indoor RC Drift Night! We turn our activity room into a 1/10th scale drift track. Event is always free and all skill levels are welcome. Track layout is different each time making it always fun and challenging. The perfect chance to meet fellow RC drifters, better your drifting skills, and have fun!

Tue, Jun 25 - Cruise In, 4:30 - 6:30 pm, Which Wich "Superior Sandwiches", 1011 University Blvd., Harbor View, Suffolk. Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday. 10% discount to Rod drivers.

Wed, Jun 26 - Weekly Franklin Cruise-In, 5 - 8:00 pm, S. Main Street, Franklin. Weekly family-friendly, cruise-in in the heart of Downtown Franklin. FREE to all participants and spectators. Open to all antiques, classics, customs, motorcycles and modern specialty vehicles. FREE entry to win $3000 (3 — $1000 categories of vehicles) with a participating vehicle. Weekly 50/50 raffle drawings. T-Shirts available for purchase—$20. FREE hot-dogs at Fred’s Restaurant with a participating vehicle. CUSTOM GOLF CART RAFFLE—to be given away at Grand Finale!

Wed, Jun 26 - Slot Car Racing, 6 - 8:00 pm, HobbyTown USA Virginia Beach VA, 4000 Virginia Beach Blvd., Ste. 196, Virginia Beach. It's race time! Join us every Wednesday for slot car racing on our computerized 1/32nd scale slot car track. Just bring out your own car and controller and have some fun! Event is free and open to all skill levels.

Wed, Jun 26 - Doumar's Weekly Cruise in, 7 - 9:00 pm, Doumar's Cones & Barbecue, 1919 Monticello Ave., Norfolk. Please join us for a weekly cruise-in, every Wednesday night from 7-9pm at Doumar's in Norfolk. Please note they are open during these hours to enjoy all the great eats and drinks they provide, including their amazing ice-cream and handmade cones! *Most of all, please be on your absolute best behavior at their facility, as they have been kind enough to allow us to hold this event there. This means- be kind, clean up after yourselves, no excessive revving, no burnouts and do not speed off when leaving their parking lot. We want to continue to be welcome there, and these are some extremely nice folks. Those who do not follow the rules will be asked to not come back.*

Thu, Jun 27 - RC Drift Night, 4 - 7:00 pm, HobbyTown USA Virginia Beach VA, 4000 Virginia Beach Blvd., Ste. 196, Virginia Beach. Join us every Tuesday & Thursday for indoor RC Drift Night! We turn our activity room into a 1/10th scale drift track. Event is always free and all skill levels are welcome. Track layout is different each time making it always fun and challenging. The perfect chance to meet fellow RC drifters, better your drifting skills, and have fun!

Thu, Jun 27 - 757 Collaboration Cruise-In, 7 - 9:00 pm, Walmart Norfolk, Tidewater Dr., Norfolk. Come on out and join a collaboration of local car clubs for a weekly summer meet every Thursday evening in Norfolk. Please follow the normal rules on conduct, and enjoying hanging out with members from the local car scene.

Fri, Jun 28 - Friday Night Lights at The Square, 8:00 pm, Hosted by Energized Elite, Chesapeake Square Mall, Portsmouth. Friday Night Lights at The Square! Come hang out and show off your cars! Biweekly meets Energized Elite will be hosting at Chesapeake Square Mall on the side where the sears was. Come hang out and show off your cars! Disclosure: All we ask is for no burnouts or excessive revving, if you are caught doing any of this we will ask you to leave. We are trying to have fun and just hang out so let’s not ruin it!

Sat, Jun 29 - Rides and Coffee Virginia Beach, 8 - 11:00 am, Detail Garage, 4239 Holland Rd., Suite #772, Virginia Beach. Our Famous Rides & Coffee event takes place the last Saturday of every month! Always show up early for a good spot and be prepared to kick off your weekend like a Boss! So who's ready to represent in beautiful VA weather with the baddest Car care supplier in North America? LIVE DEMOS - Raffles - SALES! - Coffee - Donuts. TAG EVERYONE: Car Clubs, Bike Clubs, Truck Clubs are ALWAYS WELCOME!

Sat, Jun 29 - (5th Sat) Cars & Coffee Norfolk, 9 - 11:00 am, Norfolk Uno Pizzeria & Grill, JANAF Shopping Center, Military Hwy & VA Beach Blvd., Norfolk. Special End of the Month Edition. Rat Rods? Mustangs? Minis? Camaros? Bring your vehicle (Cars, motorcycle, or bicycle) out to Uno's in Norfolk on the fourth Saturday of each month from 9-11 am. Proceeds from all your food and beverage purchases bill go towards The Joy Fund as long as you let your wait staff know. Meetup starts at 9 am. Suggestions, ideas and all cars are welcome! Please, no burnouts or loud music. Coffee and tea will be provided free of charge.

Sat, Jul 6 - (1st Sat) Cars and Coffee Virginia Beach, 7 - 10:00 am, hosted by Java Surf, NOW at the Virginia Beach Convention Center, 1000 19th St, Virginia Beach. Sponsored by American Do It Yourself Garage of Virginia Beach - find them on Facebook. This is an organized but casual gathering of car enthusiasts ($5 per car.), normally the first Saturday each month to talk cars and share a cup of coffee. Enter Parking lot at 19th & Parks Avenue. Gates open at 6:30. New Food trucks! Fikka Coffee Bar onsite! Quick Walk up Coffee station! Bathrooms onsite! Ample parking for everyone. See everyone bright and early!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/115284668486129/

Sat, Jul 13 - (2nd Sat) Cars & Coffee Williamsburg, at the Coffeehouse, 8 - 10:00 am, 5251 John Tyler Hwy., Williamsburg. C&C Williamsburg is an informal gathering of people with a passion for automobiles. Come on out and share a cup of coffee with the enthusiast you met last month, or plan to make new friends to compare your mods with next month! http://www.carsandcoffeewilliamsburg.com/

Sat, Jul 13 - Sumospeed Shirts Off Dudes On Charity Car Wash, 11:00 am - 6:00 pm, Detail Garage Virginia Beach, 4239 Holland Rd., Suite #772, Virginia Beach. As you may, or may not know, we lost a good friend and team mate of ours, Stephen James, to brain cancer back in 2015, and he still is present with us in spirit. We've wanted to host an event for a while to honor him and help contribute to a cause that can help others battling the same challenges he bravely faced in his final years. Please come join our team on Saturday, July 13th, for our first annual team car wash. Our members will be hand washing vehicles all day for donations, with 100% of the proceeds going toward the American Brain Tumor Association, and organization suggested to us by Stephen's family for this event. We will post details as they come but we would love to see you out! HUGE shout out to Detail Garage for hosting us and providing supplies for the event!

Sat, Jul 20 - Cars & Coffee Great Bridge (3rd Saturday), 8 - 10:00 am, Great Bridge United Methodist Church, 201 Stadium Drive, Chesapeake. Cars & Coffee in Great Bridge is a gathering of car enthusiasts the third Saturday each month from 8-10 am to talk cars and share a cup of coffee at Great Bridge United Methodist Church. We hope you’ll join us!

Sat, Jul 20 - (3rd Sat) Cars & Coffee Newport News, 9 - 11:00 am, Village Square Shopping Center, 5007 Victory Blvd., Yorktown. Car enthusiasts of all kinds are welcome! Family friendly. This is an informal cruise-in for enthusiast of all makes, models and years, cars and trucks the second Saturday each month from to talk cars and share a cup of coffee. Note: Coffee and tables available at Uno on the patio. Rainout date is always the next Sunday with good weather. Please follow this short, but strongly enforced set of rules: No revving, no Burnouts, no loud music, no parking in loading/fire zones, no double parking. Please be respectful of everyone most of all.

Sat, Jul 20 - GenRight 4x4 Night, Hotrodders Cafe, 5:30 pm, 1457 Mount Pleasant Rd., Ste. 109, Chesapeake. A great event to come and hang out with some local jeepers/off-roaders and check out some awesome jeeps, talk about your build, and any upcoming wheeling trips. Oh and the food is always good!



UPCOMING CAR SHOWS, ETC.
(scroll down for Club and Regional Motorsports Events)

Sat, Jun 22 - [RESCHED] 11th Annual Tidewater Mopar Club (TMC) Show and Shine, 8:00 am - 1:00 pm, Tidewater Community College Regional Automotive Center, 600 Innovation Dr., Chesapeake. Rescheduled Spring Show and Shine. Largest All- MOPAR Show in the Region. Registration ends at 11 am, Awards start at 1 pm. Registration: $10 members; $15 non-members; Join club $20 with free entry! Free to the Public. Donations and can goods accepted. Bring out your car, Renew your membership. 50/50 Raffle, Pizza, Soft drinks available. Have a good time with new and old Mopars.


Sat, Jun 22 - 3rd Annual A Cure For MS Car, Truck, & Motorcycle Show, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm, Applebee's Grill + Bar, 612 Grassfield Parkway, Chesapeake. Open to Cars, Trucks, and Motorcycles of all years and makes. Registration from 8 - 10 am, $20 per vehicle. A fun day for the entire family with food and music. Trophies awarded by Judges. For additional information contact Sam Boone, samboone.com, or 757-558-3003


Sat, Jun 22 - Zion Baptist Church: Charity Car Show and Celebration, 10:00 am - 3:30 pm, Hosted by 757 Auto Events, Zion Baptist Church, 225 Hatton St., Portsmouth. Join 757 Auto Events as we team with Zion Baptist Church, Portsmouth, Virginia for a charity car show! Proceeds to benefit the Church and their programs. Come out for cars, trucks, food, fun, and friends. Concessions will be available onsite and will benefit the charity collection. Look forward to grilled hot dogs, hamburgers, chips, drinks, and deserts! We will have a 50-50 raffle in effect. Games and family fun center. Free Coloring Contest for all ages with awards. VENDOR space available (no power available) for $30 in Advance. $20 minimum to show and donations encouraged. $16 pre-registration through PayPal. PARKING LIMITED TO ~ 75 SHOW VEHICLES. OPEN CLASS SHOW WITH AWARDS


Sat, Jun 22 - Benefit Car Show, 11:00 am - 6:00 pm, Hosted by Rollin Legends Custom Classic Car Club, 2900 airline Blvd., Portsmouth. Car Show June 22 to benefit Breast and Prostate cancer. Show is from 11 am - 6 pm. registration from 11 am until 2 pm. President Brian Hines 816-5433, Vice president Torey Marshall 334-7293. Pufforchuck@hotmail.com


Sun, Jun 23 - [RESCHED] #VBSTRONG Charity Car, Truck & Bike Show and Memorial Service, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm, Landstown Commons Shopping Center, 3334 Princess Anne Rd., Virginia Beach. Join 757 Auto Events, VA Flag Runners, and Cardinal Car Club as we host an all makes and models charity car show at Landstown Commons Shopping Center. The recent mass shooting in Virginia Beach has stunned us all. We have been asked to organize a charity fund raiser for the families of the fallen. We are looking for all forms of support for this event. All event proceeds benefit the affected families through the United Way Tragedy Fund for Virginia Beach. Make plans to stop by, or spend the day with us for a judged car show with 40+ awards. This event is free and open to spectators, and we will be accepting donations throughout the day towards our fundraiser.


Sun, Jun 23 - Cavalier Mazda All Mazda Car Show and Barbeque, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, Cavalier Mazda, 1552 S Military Hwy., Chesapeake. Join us for the annual All Mazda Car Show and BBQ! Bring our your Mazda to compete or just bring the family out for a fun filled day! Judging open to all Mazda Cars and Trucks. Free food & drinks. Door Prizes and Trophies awarded. $20 Registration Fee, proceeds go to American Cancer Society. Call (757) 777-3200 for more information. We look forward to seeing you on June 23rd!


Sat, Jun 29 - Summer Sizzle Car Show, 8:30 am - 2:30 pm, Hosted by the Mustang Club of Tidewater, Cavalier Ford at Chesapeake Square, 4021 Portsmouth Blvd., Chesapeake. Come join us for a great mid-summer show. All makes and models, kid friendly, free for spectators. This will be a judged show. Registration fee: $20 plus 2 cans of food. Classes to be determined day of show, plus Best in Show, Club Participation, and Dealership Pick awards. Contact Jeff Brownlee,  ches24fan@gmail.com,  (757) 676-5145.  www.mustangcluboftidewater.com


Sat, Jun 29 - HCA Car and Bike Show, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, Hosted by Hampton Christian Academy, 2419 N Armistead Ave., Hampton. Registration begins at 9 am at the Lower School (2424 N. Armistead Ave.). $20 Vehicle registration fee ($15 before June 21). Goodie bags for first 100 registered - Prizes for top 40. Purchase a vendor table for $20; Provide sponsorship for $40. Please visit www.hamptonchristianacademy.org for registration, vendor & sponsor forms. Free admission to the public. For questions contact Brittani Post at bpost@hamptonchristianacademy.org


Sun, Jun 30 - Light the Night Car and Light Show: Fighting Leukemia, 5 - 9:30 pm, Detail Garage, 4239 Holland Rd., Suite #772, Virginia Beach. Join 757 Auto Events, Detail Garage, This Guys Decals, LLC, and @Detail Medics of Chesapeake for an evening of fun, competition, wild builds, and lights!. Proceeds to benefit 20 year old, Gavin Rhodes, who is hospitalized with Relapse of Leukemia. Gavin loves the car scene and he loves his truck! let's come together to raise money for a fellow gearhead to raise his spirits! Detail Garage will be open with show specials and a comfy area indoors! Registration: $20 Cash for Car and Light show; $5 for "Street Meet" (non-judged). 50-50 Raffle, Silent Auction, Awards.


Thu, Jul 4 - Annual July 4th Car, Truck and Bike Show, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm, Hosted by Classic Cruisers Car Club, Shops at High Street, 1430 Richmond Road, Williamsburg. New location this year. Open to ALL Years, Makes & Models (Rain or Shine). Registration day of show only $20 with all proceeds going to charity. Awards For Best Car, Best Truck, & TOP 40 (Participant’s Ballot). Show Registration from 10 am – 12 pm, Participant Judging 12 - 1 pm, with awards at 3 pm or earlier. For more information call: Ray Colesworthy 757-565-0309 clswrtr@aol.com Dean Mitchell 757-220-1036 boatdean@aol.com Blair Armbrister 757-877-4911 my98fordf150@Verizon.net


Fri, Jul 5 - Sumospeed Night Moves, 6 to 10:00 pm, Sponsored by the Tidewater Sports Car Club, Virginia Beach Sportsplex and Regional Training Center, 2044 Landstown Centre Way, Virginia Beach. July's meet is being sponsored by TSCC, and they have selected roadsters as their free entry vehicles for the meet, so bring em out! For our sponsor appreciation coin for this meet, you only have one shot at picking one up for this one. To acquire a coin, you must attend TSCC's autocross event on 6/9 at the Suffolk executive airport. We will have our booth set up and the coins can be picked up from there between 9:30 am and 3 pm. Huge thank you to them for signing on for 2019! Rules for the meet: NO excessive revving or 2step, NO excessive music volume or bass, PLEASE clean up your trash, PLEASE respect our staff and officers on site. Officers on site will be ticketing for violating the following rules as well. *NO BURNOUTS. *NO SPEEDING ON THE PROPERTY. Please share the event and invite your friends! See everyone in May!


Sat, Jul 13 - 4th Annual Ambassador Club Annual Car/Truck, Motorcycle, and Golf Cart Show, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm, The Ambassador Club of Portsmouth, 364 Peninsula Ave, Portsmouth. Join 757 Auto Events as we celebrate this annual event to benefit the Ambassador Club of Portsmouth Foundation. We will have music, food, games, cars, bikes, and golf carts! Free and open for public to spectate. Bring the family to enjoy the day. and we will have hot dogs, burgers, and refreshments sold onsite. Registration - Cars $20, Motorcycles $15, Carts $15. Paid entrants receive commemorative dash plaque.


Sat, Jul 13 - Classics on Main Car & Truck Show, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, Hosted by Middle Peninsula Classic Cruisers, 6504 Main St, Gloucester CH. Come spend the day in historic downtown Gloucester Courthouse, Gloucester, Virginia July 13, 2019. Parked on Main Street, you'll be able to visit all the local shops and restaurants. Come all day, check out the cool cars, enjoy delicious eats at our restaurants and enjoy shopping along Gloucester Main Street. Show time is 10 am to 3 pm, with registration from 9 am until noon. Over 50 awards, dash plaques for the first 75 participants. Vendors and more! $20 Registration fee. Open to all years makes and models. Show supports Gloucester Country Sheriff's Department Project Lifesaver.


Sun, Jul 14 - 5th Annual Eddie Tyrell's Car, truck & Bike Show, Hosted by 757 Auto Events, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, Landstown Commons Shopping Center, 3334 Princess Anne Rd., Virginia Beach. Come out and join the Tidewater Streeters club for the 5th Annual Eddie Tyrell's Car, truck & Bike Show! We will be raising funds for Edmarc Hospice for Children, a local charity that helps families dealing with difficult medical situations. Look forward to raffles, silent auctions, and DJ music for the family. $20 donation for entry, Free for Spectators.


Sat, Jul 20 - Old School 2 New school, Hosted by Speedline Elite, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, American Indoor Karting, 2736 N Mall Dr., Virginia Beach. To All Car Show Enthusiasts SpeedLine Elite is back again for our annual Old School to New School charity car show. Our show is open and welcomes all makes and models, anything on wheels Old School to New School! So be sure to mark your car show calendar for Saturday July 20th 2019. This year is our 25th Anniversary we will be back at the American Indoor Go Karting in Va beach VA. You're definitely not gonna want to miss this show! This year we will be doing Top 25 and over 25 Best of Trophies. If you've ever been to one of our shows you know every year is always better than the last and our trophies are always badass and one of a kind. And don't forget about our many awesome raffle prizes and our 50/50 raffle. We will also be doing some car club games. Free Admission to spectators, Kid Friendly. Registration at the door is $25, Pre-Registration is $20.


Sat, Aug 3 - Coast Guard Birthday Celebration & Charity Car Show, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, Hosted by 757 Auto Events, Coast Guard Station Portsmouth, 4000 Coast Guard Blvd., Portsmouth. Join 757 Auto Events as we host a Family Fun Day at Coast Guard Station Portsmouth! Open class judged car show will be hosted as we celebrate the Coast Guard's Birthday with friends and family! Your registration will include a meal voucher from one of the participating food trucks! We will have activities for the kids and grown-ups! Stay tuned for details. YOU WILL NEED TO BE ADDED TO A LIST FOR PASSAGE AT THE GATE.  THIS APPLIES TO PASSENGERS AND SPECTATORS ALSO. MILITARY DECALS MAY HELP, BUT PLAN TO ADD YOUR NAMES TO THE LIST BY EMAIL THROUGH Richard.f.ott@uscg.mil


Sat, Aug 3 - Stance-Con Virginia 2019 Presented By Grounded Suspension Supply, 1 – 6:00 pm, Hosted by Stance-Con, Virginia Beach Convention Center, 1000 19th St., Virginia Beach. Spread the word! Stance-Con makes its way to Virginia Beach for our first east coast show. Featuring 150,000 sq ft of all indoor showcase space, the best local and out of state cars and vendors this is an event you do not want to miss! Event activities include: •Cornhole Tournament- $100 cash prize to the winning team! •Beer Pong Tournament- $100 cash prize to the winning team! •RC Drift Track. Spectator tickets: New to this year we’re offering more ways to save your hard earned cash! •Early Bird: $10 (200 total available online only) •Pre-Sale: $15 (Available until the day before the event) •General Admission: $20 at the door day of the event •Children 12 and under FREE. http://www.stancecon.com/


Sat, Aug 24 - 7th Annual Import Warz featuring King of the South Car Show Tour, 12 - 4:00 pm, Hosted by BackStage Entertainment, Virginia Beach Sportsplex, 2044 Landstown Centre Way, Virginia Beach. C3 and BSE have teamed up to bring you the largest car event of the summer! Register now! We are calling out all the clubs in the 7 cities and surrounding areas for this one! The King of the South Car Show Tour was created to give everyone the opportunity to see everyday vehicles completely customized to the personality and visions of their owners. This show is not just a car show of exotic vehicles. This show will be a safe and secure special event for all communities and automotive enthusiast to enjoy. KOTS/IW car shows host well over 3,000 people throughout the event every year most aging from 12 to over 65 with travelers coming from all over the southern and eastern states.


Sat, Sep 21 - Sumospeed Beach Bash Sponsored By Fortune Auto, 12 – 6:00 pm, 6800 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC. We are excited to announce our first annual Sumospeed Beach Bash at the Soundside Event Site! This event will feature a car show, music, raffles, vendors, and food trucks. Set in the beautiful Outer Banks in North Carolina, this will be a unique event you will not want to miss! Stay tuned for more information as we put this event together, we can't wait to see everyone there! https://registration.sumospeed.com/tickets



CLUB RACING/AUTO CROSS(AX, or SOLO)/HI-PERF DRIVERS EDUCATION(HPDE)/TIME TRIALS/ROAD RALLY

Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) - Old Dominion Region
Part of the SCCA's Southeast Division (SEDiv), which consists of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, South Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia. Our Region includes all of the cities in the Hampton Roads area as well as several surrounding cities. We primarily host two types of events: Solo (Auto Cross) and Road Rally.
www.odr-scca.org
Schedule (Date / Event / Location):

Sun, Jul 7 / Solo / Old Pungo Airfield

Sun, Aug 11 / Solo / Old Pungo Airfield

Sun, Sep 8 / Solo / Old Pungo Airfield

Sun, Oct 6 / Solo / Old Pungo Airfield

Sun, Nov 3 / Solo / Old Pungo Airfield

Sun, Dec 1 / Solo / Old Pungo Airfield


Tidewater Sports Car Club (TSCC)
Founded in Norfolk Virginia in 1953, TSCC has a strong foundation within the local Hampton Roads autocross community and surrounding areas. Our autocross season runs from March through November with championship series events typically taking place on the 3rd Sunday of the month. We usually host a novice autocross school early in the season on the Saturday before our Sunday event. This is a great opportunity for new participants to get involved with autocross. We also host higher speed time trials at regional tracks such as North Carolina Center for Automotive Research.
www.tidewatersportscarclub.com
Schedule (Date / Event / Location):

Sat, Jul 6 / ADIYG Tech Day

Sun, Jul 21 / Event #4 July Autocross / TBA

Sat-Sun, Aug 3-4 / 2019 Double Summer HPDE / NCCAR


National Auto Sport Association (NASA) Mid-Atlantic
Founded in 2000, we are an autosport events company servicing the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States. Our goal is to provide a variety of legal, organized, safety-minded road-racing and education-based high performance driving experiences for as many sports car enthusiasts as possible.
www.nasaracing.net
Schedule (Date / Event / Location):

Fri-Sun, Jul 19-21 / Great Lakes Crossover Event Powered by HyperFest, Friday NASA Test and Tune, HPDE3,4,TT open track  / Pittsburgh Int’l Race Complex (2.8mi full track)

Fri-Sun, Aug 16-18 / ! Unkefer Dash ! Fri: Instructor Clinic. Sat Only: OG Racing HyperDrive™, 120min Arrive & Drive Kart Enduro. Sat & Sun: HPDE1-2-3-4, Time Trial, Sprint Roadracing / VIRginia International Raceway (3.3 mi Full course)


SPIRIT.jp Drifting Series
Richmond International Raceway Complex, 600 E Laburnum Ave., Richmond
Drifting was born in the mountains of Japan where skill and style were blended into an aggressive show of speed and car control.
http://www.spiritjpdriftseries.com
Schedule (Date / Event):

Sat, Jul 6 / NIGHT TOUGE 2 - Underglow Comeback Tour! 3 - 10:00 pm. Drifting under the lights at SPIRIT.jp DRIFT CIRCUIT! We will use our MAIN CIRCUIT layout with some added light features around the course to up the safety and visibility for Drivers. Functional headlights & at least ONE functioning running light and brake light in the rear is REQUIRED. NON-OEM light bar, or LED rear tail light is OK. Under-glow, strobes, and wild lights are HIGHLY encouraged. Let's light this place up! MSREG.com/NIGHTTOUGE2 to register! 

Sun, Jul 7 / Novice Clinic #4. Drivers will hone in their skills while having an instructor guide them through basic Drift Training. Bring a pad & paper; you're going back to school! Classroom time provides NOVICES a chance to fire away question at our instructors/advanced drivers! No question is a bad question, so ask away! Get taught the basics and fundamentals of Drifting and drift car up-keep! 1 Track, 2 skid pads, 2 short courses and classroom sessions will help YOU learn to DRIFT! Limited to NOVICE Drivers only! http://www.msreg.com/noviceclinic4

Sun, Jul 14 / Soukoukai Practice Drift Event #3. Exciting Driving! Drivers will be broken down into 3 group; Novice, Intermediate and Advanced. Driver's will be bumped up or down depending on skill level shown during the morning sessions. This is an open practice layout. Maximum seat time and aggressive style driving. Drift Games will be held at Lunch. The game can and will vary, but will be 100% focused on you displaying your progression! Tech forms will be sent to REGISTERED drivers via email. Tech Basics - Don't have leaking fluids. Don't have missing lugs. Securely mounted seats. All aero present at the time of Tech. Fire Extinguisher on hand. Most importantly, prepare to have fun, and drive so much you'll be exhausted! :) Get ready to learn!

Sun, Jul 21 / Novice Clinic #5 - Drift Event, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, . Drivers will hone in their skills while having an instructor guide them through basic Drift Training. Bring a pad & paper; you're going back to school! Classroom time provides NOVICES a chance to fire away question at our instructors/advanced drivers! No question is a bad question, so ask away! Get taught the basics and fundamentals of Drifting and drift car up-keep! 1 Track, 2 skid pads, 2 short courses and classroom sessions will help YOU learn to DRIFT! Limited to NOVICE Drivers only!  http://www.msreg.com/noviceclinic5



REGIONAL AUTO RACING/MOTORSPORTS

Larry King Law's Langley Speedway
3165 N Armistead Ave., Hampton
America's Oldest Consecutively Running Short Track! Three Time Recipient of the NASCAR Hometrack Achievement Award.
www.langley-speedway.com
Schedule (Date / Event): Weekly Saturday Racing - Gates open at 2:00 pm, Qualifying at 4:30 pm, Racing starts at 7:00 pm

Tue, Jun 18 / Hampton Roads Kart Club Night Practice, Canceled.

Wed, Jun 19 / Wacky Wednesday season is here! Come out and enjoy a great evening of Oval Drag Racing! Gates open at 6 pm Racing starts at 7 pm. For more information check out http://langley-speedway.com/wacky-wednesday/

Sat, Jun 22 / HCA Night Weekly Racing: Twin Late Models | Grand Stocks | Super Streets | Pro Six | Karts | Enduros

Sun, Jun 23 / Hampton Roads Kart Club Race 6 - Sponsored by EZ Cabinetry & Stone 4 Kitchens, 8:30 am – 4:00 pm.

Wed, Jun 26 / Wacky Wednesday season is here! Come out and enjoy a great evening of Oval Drag Racing! Gates open at 6 pm Racing starts at 7 pm. For more information check out http://langley-speedway.com/wacky-wednesday/

Sat, Jun 29 / Weekly Racing: Twin Modifieds | Super Trucks | UCars | Legends | Bandoleros


Bill Sawyer's Virginia Motor Speedway
4426 Tidewater Trail, Jamaica, VA
A ½-mile clay surface with 14 degree banking in both corners and 4 degrees on the front and back stretch. Divisions: Victory Lap Late Model, Truckin Thunder Sportsman, Budweiser Modifieds, Limited Stock Car, Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series, World of Outlaws Late Models, World of Outlaws Sprint Cars and mud bogs. Virginia Motor Speedway runs on select Saturday nights April through the first week of October, Closed on RIR NASCAR weekends (check website for schedule of events).
www.vamotorspeedway.com
Schedule (Date / Event): Competitor Gates Open, 3 pm; Spectator Gates Open, 5 pm; Drivers Meeting, 5:45 pm; Hot Lap Qualifying, 6:30 pm; Driver Registration / Pit Pass Window Closes, 6:30 pm; Racing, 8 pm.

Sat, Jun 29 / Weekly Racing: Pro Late Model, Sportsman, Modified, Limited Stock


Southside Speedway
12800 Genito Rd., Midlothian, VA
"The Toughest Short Track in the South," Chesterfield County's favorite family-friendly venue! Locally owned and operated, Southside Speedway has been a fixture in Chesterfield County since 1959. With a paved 1/3 mile oval track located on Genito Road, and featuring races from six different divisions including Late Models, Modifieds, Grand Stocks, UCARs, Legends and Bandoleros. The speedway draws drivers both locally and throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.
www.southsidespeedway.net
Schedule (Date / Event): Front Gate opens, 6:00 pm; Qualifying starts, 6:00 pm; Racing starts, 7:45 pm

Fri, Jun 21 / Race Night

Fri, Jun 28 / Military Appreciation Night


Richmond Dragway
1955 Portugee Rd., Sandston, VA
Richmond Dragway is a 1/4 mile International Hot Rod Association sanctioned drag racing facility in Sandston, VA. The site features 130 acres with a full service concession stand, VP Fuel Station, and a 3 story Timing and Scoring tower.
www.richmonddragway.com
Schedule (Date / Event):

Fri, Jun 21 / Friday Night Street Fights, and Test and Tune, 5-10 pm

Sat, Jun 22 /  AED Performance ET Points Series, Ladies, Dragster Q8, 2-10 pm

Fri, Jun 28 / Summer Showdown Series, Ladies night, and Test and Tune, 4-10 pm


Richmond International Raceway (RIR)
600 East Laburnum Avenue, Richmond, VA
Known as America's Premier Short Track, RIR offers great night racing action and a commitment to the fan experience. One of the most popular facilities among drivers and fans in all of motorsports, Richmond International Raceway annually hosts two NASCAR Doubleheader weekends, featuring the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series and NASCAR Nationwide Series, under the lights on a ¾-mile D-Shaped oval. The unique layout traditionally produces exciting side-by-side racing, yet drivers reach high enough speeds for a superspeedway feel. Combined with first-class amenities and a focus on the fans, guests at Richmond International Raceway can expect to experience what "Racing Perfection" truly is.
http://www.richmondracewaycomplex.com
Schedule (Date / Event):

Sun, Jun 23 / Track Laps. Raise money for Richmond Raceway Cares and the NASCAR Foundation. Track Laps costs $20 per car for 5 laps on our historic ¾ mile D-shape oval.

Sun, Aug 18 / VMSC Autocross #6. We're an independent club that has been hosting safe and fun road rallyes and autocross events for our members and guests since 1950. http://www.vmsc.org/


Dominion Raceway & Entertainment
Exit 118 I-95, 6501 Dominion Raceway Ave., Woodford, VA
Representing a new model for Motorsports facilities and Entertainment venues. Dominion Raceway & Entertainment is a multipurpose facility located on "America's Main Street", I-95. Located between Washington DC and Richmond VA the complex includes: a two-mile road course, a 4/10ths mile paved NASCAR oval, 1/8th mile drag strip, festival concert venue and more. Our 36,600 square foot building includes meeting space, hospitality and a full service kitchen and bar.
www.dominionraceway.com
Schedule (Date / Event):

Fri, Jun 21 / Nascar Open Practice, 5:00 pm. Watch NASCAR open practice as teams prepare for Saturday night's big race! After practice, the pits are open to all spectators so you can check out the cars and meet the racers. Spectators $5, includes spectator entrance to our Street Racing to 11pm and the 118 Bar & Grill too!

Fri, Jun 21 / Friday Night Street Racing. 6:00 pm. We are back again this year with our friends from Modified DMV and are ready for a bigger and better year than last season. Come out on our true never prepped track for some true street 1/8 mile action. Bring your friends bring your family call out your rivals! Don't be scared come out and enjoy some racing along with great food at 118 bar and grill located on the 2nd floor!!! $20 to race all day!!! $10 to spectate!

Fri-Sun, Jun 21-23 / USDrift Shootout - Our infamous one event Shootout returns this year with a new venue. This year's Shootout will be held on June 21-23 on the road course at Dominion Raceway. Spectator tickets will be on sale starting Friday, March 1st. Kids 12 & under free with paying adult.

Sat, Jun 22 / DR Track Attack. 5-8 pm Track Attack is a safe, constructive, and fun experience that only costs $99 in advance or $119 at-track. No helmet is required and almost any street legal car, truck, or SUV can be used - rain or shine! It's a great starting point before signing up for a faster road course offering like TrackCross or HPDRE. Registration is limited to 20 cars per event, so please sign up ASAP.

Sat, Jun 22 / Saturday Night Nascar Racing, 7:00 pm. Dominion Raceway is proud to be part of NASCAR’s Home Track Series and specifically, it’s Whelen All American Series sanction.

Thu, Jun 27 / Track Night: Northern Virginia, Hosted by SCCA. The fastest way to get on track, Track Night in America Driven by Tire Rack offers participants three 20-minute sessions. Track Tour laps will be open and free to all attendees (non-entries as well). Event entry is open to the general public over the age of 18, with a valid driver’s license. https://www.tracknightinamerica.com/events/1993767-track-night-2019-northern-virginia-april-18


Virginia Motorsports Park
Dinwiddie, 8018 Boydton Plank Rd., Petersburg, VA
Built in 1994, a state of the art multi-million dollar facility encompassing 500 acres featuring: Drag Strip, Mud Bog Pit, Truck and Tractor Pull Arena, Motocross facility, and a BMX Track.
www.virginiamotorsports.com
Schedule (Date / Event):

Fri-Sat, Jun 21-22 / Hollyrock Customs Summer Diesel Showdown

Thu, Jun 27 / Test-n-Tune w/ Street ET

Fri-Sun, Jun 28-30 / Old Dominion Duels


Virginia International Raceway (VIR)
1245 Pine Tree Road, Alton, VA
Chosen as one of Car & Driver's Top 6 tracks in the nation, Virginia International Raceway is a multi-purpose road racing facility, located on the Dan River between Danville and South Boston, Virginia. VIR hosts a wide range of professional and amateur auto and motorcycle racing and track events, and is well established as "America's Motorsport Resort."
http://virnow.com/
Schedule (Date / Event):

Tue, Jun 18 / Formula Experiences, www.formulaexperiences.com

Wed-Thu, Jun 19-20 / David Murry Track Days (Full Course). https://www.davidmurry.com

Fri-Sun, Jun 21-23 / Porsche Club of America Zone 2 Race (Full Course). www.zone2.pca.org

Sat-Sun, Jun 29-30 / Chin Track Days HPDE, www.ChinTrackDays.com



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