Tuesday, November 30, 2021

Local Car Happenings for Tidewater VA

 


"Winter is Coming"


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)


Tue, Nov 30 - Topless Tuesday Jeep Takeover at The Garage, 5:30 – 9:00 pm, The Garage Brewery, 1011 Eden Way N, Chesapeake. Topless Tuesday is every other Tuesday at The Garage! FIRST 10 Jeeps will receive $5 off their bill! Line up your jeeps on our grass, and overflow can go into parking spaces. Food truck rotating every week. (Check our website for more info!) Rain or Shine. We won't judge you if you aren't.... Topless ??


Wed, Dec 1 - RC Drift Night, 4 - 8:00 pm, HobbyTown Scaletopia RC Drift Lounge, 12761 Jefferson Ave., Newport News. Join us every Wednesday and Saturday for indoor RC Drift Night. Event is always free, and all skill levels are welcome. The perfect chance to meet fellow RC drifters, better your drifting skills, and have fun!


Thu, Dec 2 - Thursday Night Cruise-In at the DQ, 3:00 pm - ?, 4024 Portsmouth Blvd., Chesapeake. So if you're not doing anything on Thursday afternoons get those cars out and come up to DQ. You can go in and order food and bring it out to eat. Make sure you bring a chair because they've taken the tables and chairs in. People start getting there around 2:00 and hang out for 3-4 hours or so. The weather is starting to get nice and there's not a whole lot of places we can go. This is one of the few places we can. But PLEASE make sure you adhere to the social distancing rules.


Fri, Dec 3 - Friday Night Hardee's Cruise-Ins, 4 - 8:00 pm, Hardee's at 7007 George Washington Hwy (Route 17), Gloucester. We will be having Friday Night Cruise-ins from 4-8 pm. At this time, the restaurant is open for take-out orders only. Come on out and see some cool cars and hang out with other car folks.


Sat, Dec 4 - Cars and Coffee, 7 - 9:00 am, Hosted by Tidewater Mopar Club TMC, Heritage Amish Bake Shoppe, next to the Old VB Farmer's Market, 3600 Dam Neck Rd., Virginia Beach. The Bakery may or mayn't have Coffee so it is advised to bring your own.


Sat, Dec 4 - MPCC cars and coffee, 9 - 11:00 am, 1785 George Washington Memorial Hwy., Gloucester Point. Join the Middle Peninsula Classic Cruisers for Cars and Coffee first Saturday of each month at the Gloucester Point Shopping Center. All cars are welcome and admission is free!


Sat, Dec 4 - Chili Dog Cruz-In, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm, Nasemond Masonic Lodge #77, 5681 Lee Farm Ln., Suffolk. Every 1st Saturday at Nasemond Lodge. Cars, Bikes, and Chili Dogs. A great way to spend a couple of hours with old friends and new. EVERYONE WELCOME! Chili Dog Combo $6.00


Sat, Dec 4 - NK Cruisers Cruise-In, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, Rosie's Lot 7, 10515 Colonial Downs Pkwy, New Kent. Starting Nov 6th 2021 NK Cruisers switch to every 1st and 3rd Saturday 11am to 3pm (Nov-Mar). NK Cruisers, a local car enthusiast and cruise-in group bringing the car community together between Richmond and Williamsburg. The focus is New Kent, Charles City, and Lanexa but we welcome all folks from all areas. All years, makes, and models welcome. Inclement weather cancels. For more information email: nkcruisers@gmail.com and NK Cruisers Facebook page for announcements and information.


Sat, Dec 4 - Cheers and Beers, 12:00 pm, by Coastal Virginia Overland and The Garage Brewery, 1011 Eden Way N, Chesapeake. Please join us in gift giving this holiday season! We’ll be holding a Toy Drive meet at @thegaragebrew where you can donate newly unopened toys. Stop by and hang out for a beer or do a drive-thru donation! We hope to see everyone there!


Sat, Dec 4 - Fort Monroe Saturday Night Cruise In, 5 - 9:00 pm, 81 Patch Rd, Fort Monroe, Hampton. This will be happening EVERY SATURDAY NIGHT, for the season, as weather permits. Use the parking lot closest to the water, the one with the light poles. Moving the start time back to 5pm. As always, no revving, burnouts, loud music, etc. Please use the parking spots, and dispose of all trash in the dumpster. All makes and models welcome.


Sun, Dec 5 - Caffeine & Octane November Meet, 8:30 am - 12:00 pm, Berkshire Shops, 1296 Battlefield Blvd. S, Chesapeake. Our monthly cars & coffee meet at Pale Horse Coffee in Chesapeake! Food truck will be on site! Grab a cup of coffee at Pale Horse and check out the rides! Open to all makes, models and years. 


Sun, Dec 5 - Sunday Slides, 12 - 5:00 pm, HobbyTown Scaletopia RC Drift Lounge, 12761 Jefferson Ave., Newport News. Join us every Sunday afternoon for indoor RC Drifting. Event is always free, and all skill levels are welcome. The perfect chance to meet fellow RC drifters, better your drifting skills, and have fun!


Sun, Dec 5 - Cheeseburgers & Classic Car Cruise in, 2 - 9:00 pm, Hosted by Farmer’s Table, 13416 Benns Church Blvd., Smithfield. Cheeseburgers & Classic Cars is a family event open to all automotive enthusiast. We welcome all Classic Cars, Trucks, Motorcycles and Tractors, including show quality restorations to rusty survivors and everything in-between on the 1st Sunday of each month at Cypress creek shopping center! Bring the kids, young and old! no fees or registrations. Please do not park in the front row of the stores - thank you. For outdoor dining, Tailgate, or curbside call 757-357-1717. View our menu on the website and order online at: www.farmerstableofsmithfield.com


Wed, Dec 8 - Monthly Corvette Takeover at The Garage, 6:30 - 9:30 pm, The Garage Brewery, 1011 Eden Way N, Chesapeake. Calling all Corvette owners! Come meet up with the members of "Beachcombers Corvette Owners of Virginia" and enjoy 10% off your beer while checking out all the other Vettes. Rotating food trucks each month, check out our site for an updated list! 


Sat, Dec 11 - (2nd 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, Dec 11 - Wicked Cars and Coffee, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm, Wicked Stitching, 6701 Ruritan Blvd., Suffolk. Come on out for a good time talking cars with great people and enjoy our complimentary coffee and doughnuts. 50/50 raffle and a good time seeing some badass rides. This will take place on the second Saturday of every month. So, mark your calendar and see you then!


Sun, Dec 12 - Sunday Cruise-In at Suffolk Executive Airport, 1 - 4:00 pm, Suffolk BBQ, 1550 Airport Rd, Suffolk. Weather permitting. Starting in October and running through March we will be doing the cruise-ins on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month from 1-4 pm. The restaurant is open with limited seating inside and the patio is open for outside dining. Come on out and bring your car, hang out with friends, and eat some good food. Hope you can make it out there. 


Sat, Dec 18 - (3rd Sat) Cars & Coffee Williamsburg, 9 - 11:30 am, The Tipsy Beans Café ( www.tipsybeanscafe.com ), 1430 High Street, Williamsburg. SHOWTIME! Fellow Cars & Coffee fans (“Motorheads”), we were delighted to receive approvals to move forward with our monthly meets. C & C Williamsburg is an informal gathering of people with a passion for automobiles. This venue along with the great coffee and treats at The Tipsy Beans Cafe is a winning combination and we look forward to meeting there the third Saturday of every month from 9-11:30 am. We ask for the following considerations: Mask up! Not the time to let your guard down,  Social distancing (we do anyway so not to get door dings),  Patronize Tipsy Beans Café and stay for lunch at any of the great dining options at High Street. The weather calls for cold in the AM going to high of 51 with a small chance of precipitation. Gentleman and Ladies…start your engines! See you Saturday!


Sat, Dec 18 - GenRight 4x4 Meet-up, 10:00 am, Hotrodders Cafe, 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!


Sun, Dec 26 - Boost & Brunch, 8:30 am - 11:00 am, Hosted by First Watch - Redmill, Virginia Beach. Every last Sunday of each month we're meeting at First Watch. Calling all car enthusiasts to share and view cars then grab some human fuel at First Watch and Pelons as well as some free giveaways! Take pictures and check out other cars. All rides are welcome, but be respectful of the location. No revving, no burnouts, no loud music, & no speeding through the parking lot. Sponsored by: Adcomm Digitel, Skyline Sports Club of Virginia, Pelons, First Watch.


Wed, Dec 29 - Monthly Brews & Roos Subaru Meetup at The Garage, 5:30 - 9:00 pm,  The Garage Brewery, 1011 Eden Way N, Chesapeake. Calling any and all 757 Subarus! This event is free and open to the public. Come hang out with other local Subaru owners! We have Subarus from ALL over that come from miles away just for this event. You are welcome to park on the grass on Eden Way, all the way to the end. Rotating food trucks for each event. Check our website for more information!


Sat, Jan 22 - (4th Sat) Yorktown Cars and Coffee, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm, Hampton Roads Harley-Davidson, 6450 George Washington Memorial Hwy., Yorktown. We are finally back! Yorktown Cars and Coffee Saturday cruise-ins are back starting Saturday November 28th, 2020. We will resume on the 4th Saturday of every month, and 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, Dec 4 - 22nd Annual Toys for Tots Car, Truck & Motorcycle Show, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, Smithfield Auto & Truck Center, 928 S. Church St., Smithfield. Classic & Modern Muscle Cars. Antique Cars & Trucks. Hot Rods & Motorcycles. Rescue Vehicles. Children's Area. Door Prizes. Music. Food. Vendors. Show Entry includes meal ticket. Spectators please bring an unwrapped Toy(s) and or cash donation. For info contact area coordinator, Elizabeth Moose (757) 880-7191


Sat, Dec 4 - Phoebus VA Holiday Market Cruise In, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm, Mellen Street, Phoebus, Hampton. The Beautiful historic Phoebus section of Hampton will turn into a holiday wonderland on December 4. Mellen Street will be filled with a variety of holiday crafts and goods from local vendors, food trucks, Classic and show car Cruise In, ,live DJ and more! Kids activities, special performances, and Santa himself make this event wonderful for the whole family!Christmas tree lighting at 5:30 p.m. Ugly Sweater Contest at 5:15 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. Cruise IN Cars please enter at the intersection of Willard Avenue and East Mellon Street at the Cruise IN gate. All Cruise In car exhibitors will line up on East Mellon Street. Come for a few hours or make it a day of fun! Cruise In Contact Terry Fuller 757-373-3332 terry@credcontrol.com  event info:  www.phoebusva.com/events/holiday-illumination


Sat, Mar 12 - Winterfest 2022, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, Coastal R/C, 2425 Bainbridge Blvd., Chesapeake. Coastal R/C Presents: Winterfest 2022. Get situated for the show season as we say goodbye to the cold! Car Show, Bass Off, Pin-Up, & Food Truck Rodeo! Hosted by: 757 Auto Events, ClearShine Virginia, Coastal Virginia Auto Show, Hepcat Honeys. Bass Off Sponsor – Wizard’s Fabrications. Food Truck Rodeo: Road Dogs, Smokey's Place. PIN-UP CONTEST Hosted by Hepcat Honeys. * CHARITY BENEFACTOR - Technical Training Scholarship Fund.




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


Hampton Roads Kart Club

Langley Speedway, 11 Dale Lemonds Dr., Hampton.

Since 1971, over 45 years, HRKC has been bringing go-kart racing to young and old alike on Sunday mornings at Langley Speedway.

http://www.hrkc.com/schedule/

Schedule (Date / Event): TBA 2022



Langley Drift Club

Langley Speedway, 11 Dale Lemonds Dr., Hampton.

Local Drifters planning and running drift events at Langley Speedway

https://langley-speedway.com/

Schedule (Date / Event): TBA 2022



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): TBA



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 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): TBA 2022



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-Sun, Dec 4-5 / Auto Cross Points Event Double-Header #7-#8 / Virginia Motorsports Park



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): TBA 2022




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.

http://www.langley-speedway.com/

Schedule (Date / Event): TBA 2022



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): TBA 2022



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): TBA 2022



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): 


Sat, Dec 4 / AT Dominion Super 6 Enduro Road Race, 7:00 am


Sat, Dec 4 / Track Attack - Get On Track Now - No Experience Needed! 4:00 pm


Sun, Dec 12 / Holiday Laps at Dominion Raceway, 10:00 am


Sun, Dec 19 / Holiday Laps at Dominion Raceway, 10:00 am



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): 2021


Sat-Sun, Dec 4-5 / TSCC Auto Cross Points Event Double-Header #7-#8 



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): TBA 2022




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Tuesday, November 23, 2021

Local Car Happenings for Tidewater VA

 


HAPPY THANKSGIVING


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, Nov 24 - RC Drift Night, 4 - 8:00 pm, HobbyTown Scaletopia RC Drift Lounge, 12761 Jefferson Ave., Newport News. Join us every Wednesday and Saturday for indoor RC Drift Night. Event is always free, and all skill levels are welcome. The perfect chance to meet fellow RC drifters, better your drifting skills, and have fun!


Wed, Nov 24 - Monthly Brews & Roos Subaru Meetup at The Garage, 5:30 - 9:00 pm,  The Garage Brewery, 1011 Eden Way N, Chesapeake. Calling any and all 757 Subarus! This event is free and open to the public. Come hang out with other local Subaru owners! We have Subarus from ALL over that come from miles away just for this event. You are welcome to park on the grass on Eden Way, all the way to the end. Rotating food trucks for each event. Check our website for more information!


Fri, Nov 26 - Friday Night Hardee's Cruise-Ins, 4 - 8:00 pm, Hardee's at 7007 George Washington Hwy (Route 17), Gloucester. We will be having Friday Night Cruise-ins from 4-8 pm. At this time, the restaurant is open for take-out orders only. Come on out and see some cool cars and hang out with other car folks.


Sat, Nov 27 - Cars and Coffee, 7 - 9:00 am, Hosted by Tidewater Mopar Club TMC, Heritage Amish Bake Shoppe, next to the Old VB Farmer's Market, 3600 Dam Neck Rd., Virginia Beach. The Bakery may or mayn't have Coffee so it is advised to bring your own.


Sat, Nov 27 - Cars 'N' Coffee, 8 - 10:00 am, Great Bridge United Methodist Church, 201 Stadium Dr., Chesapeake. I am hosting a Cars 'N' Coffee this weekend. It will be the last Cars 'n' Coffee for the year. Nothing formal, just a casual gathering. Coffee and sausage biscuits will be available, while they last. 


Sat, Nov 27 - 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, Nov 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, Nov 27 - (4th Sat) Yorktown Cars and Coffee, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm, Hampton Roads Harley-Davidson, 6450 George Washington Memorial Hwy., Yorktown. We are finally back! Yorktown Cars and Coffee Saturday cruise-ins are back starting Saturday November 28th, 2020. We will resume on the 4th Saturday of every month, and 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.


Sat, Nov 27 - SumoSpeed Toy Drive, 1 - 5:00 pm, The Garage Brewery, The Garage Brewery, 1011 Eden Way N, Chesapeake. Accepting new, unopened toys to support Toys for Tots.


Sat, Nov 27 - Toy Drive Meet Up/Roll Out, 2:00 pm, 81 Patch Rd., Fort Monroe, VHampton. Be there or be square. Meet at 2pm, depart at 2:30 to Norfolk. Drive civilized. This is a great cause for kids in need. And a chance to win a raffle prize for doing something nice.


Sat, Nov 27 - Fort Monroe Saturday Night Cruise In, 5 - 9:00 pm, 81 Patch Rd, Fort Monroe, Hampton. This will be happening EVERY SATURDAY NIGHT, for the season, as weather permits. Use the parking lot closest to the water, the one with the light poles. Moving the start time back to 5pm. As always, no revving, burnouts, loud music, etc. Please use the parking spots, and dispose of all trash in the dumpster. All makes and models welcome.


Sun, Nov 28 - Boost & Brunch, 8:30 am - 11:00 am, Hosted by First Watch - Redmill, Virginia Beach. Every last Sunday of each month we're meeting at First Watch. Calling all car enthusiasts to share and view cars then grab some human fuel at First Watch and Pelons as well as some free giveaways! Take pictures and check out other cars. All rides are welcome, but be respectful of the location. No revving, no burnouts, no loud music, & no speeding through the parking lot. Sponsored by: Adcomm Digitel, Skyline Sports Club of Virginia, Pelons, First Watch.


Sun, Nov 28 - Sunday Slides, 12 - 5:00 pm, HobbyTown Scaletopia RC Drift Lounge, 12761 Jefferson Ave., Newport News. Join us every Sunday afternoon for indoor RC Drifting. Event is always free, and all skill levels are welcome. The perfect chance to meet fellow RC drifters, better your drifting skills, and have fun!


Sun, Nov 28 - Sunday Cruise-In at Suffolk Executive Airport, 1 - 4:00 pm, Suffolk BBQ, 1550 Airport Rd, Suffolk. Weather permitting. Starting in October and running through March we will be doing the cruise-ins on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month from 1-4 pm. The restaurant is open with limited seating inside and the patio is open for outside dining. Come on out and bring your car, hang out with friends, and eat some good food. Hope you can make it out there. 


Tue, Nov 30 - Topless Tuesday Jeep Takeover at The Garage, 5:30 – 9:00 pm, The Garage Brewery, 1011 Eden Way N, Chesapeake. Topless Tuesday is every other Tuesday at The Garage! FIRST 10 Jeeps will receive $5 off their bill! Line up your jeeps on our grass, and overflow can go into parking spaces. Food truck rotating every week. (Check our website for more info!) Rain or Shine. We won't judge you if you aren't.... Topless ??


Thu, Dec 2 - Thursday Night Cruise-In at the DQ, 3:00 pm - ?, 4024 Portsmouth Blvd., Chesapeake. So if you're not doing anything on Thursday afternoons get those cars out and come up to DQ. You can go in and order food and bring it out to eat. Make sure you bring a chair because they've taken the tables and chairs in. People start getting there around 2:00 and hang out for 3-4 hours or so. The weather is starting to get nice and there's not a whole lot of places we can go. This is one of the few places we can. But PLEASE make sure you adhere to the social distancing rules.


Sat, Dec 4 - Cars and Coffee Virginia Beach, 7 - 11:00 am, hosted by Java Surf, NOW at the Virginia Beach Sportsplex, 2044 Landstown Centre Way, Virginia Beach. Cars & Coffee Virginia Beach is an all-inclusive, family-friendly, all-ages, open-to-the-public community event in Virginia Beach. Bring your own unique vehicle to show off, or simply come by to check out the lot. Cars, trucks, motorcycles, golf-carts, vintage and modern and everything in-between - if it rolls and turns heads, it’s welcome at the event! Gates open at 6:30. New Food trucks! Fikka Coffee Bar onsite! Quick Walk up Coffee station! Ample parking for everyone. See everyone bright and early! Full details and register online at carsandcoffeevb.com


Sat, Dec 4 - MPCC cars and coffee, 9 - 11:00 am, 1785 George Washington Memorial Hwy., Gloucester Point. Join the Middle Peninsula Classic Cruisers for Cars and Coffee first Saturday of each month at the Gloucester Point Shopping Center. All cars are welcome and admission is free!


Sat, Dec 4 - Phoebus VA Holiday Market Cruise In, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm, Mellen St., Hampton. The Beautiful historic Phoebus section of Hampton will turn into a holiday wonderland. Mellen Street will be filled with a variety of holiday crafts and goods from local vendors, food trucks, Classic and show car Cruise In, live DJ and more! Kids activities, special performances, and Santa himself make this event wonderful for the whole family! Ugly Sweater Contest at 5:15 p.m., Christmas tree lighting at 5:30 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. Cruise IN Cars please enter at the intersection of Willard Avenue and East Mellon Street at the Cruise IN gate. All Cruise In car exhibitors will line up on East Mellon Street. Come for a few hours or make it a day of fun! Cruise In Contact Terry Fuller 757-373-3332 terry@credcontrol.com event info www.phoebusva.com/events/holiday-illumination


Sat, Dec 4 - Chili Dog Cruz-In, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm, Nasemond Masonic Lodge #77, 5681 Lee Farm Ln., Suffolk. Every 1st Saturday at Nasemond Lodge. Cars, Bikes, and Chili Dogs. A great way to spend a couple of hours with old friends and new. EVERYONE WELCOME! Chili Dog Combo $6.00


Sat, Dec 4 - NK Cruisers Cruise-In, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, Rosie's Lot 7, 10515 Colonial Downs Pkwy, New Kent. Starting Nov 6th 2021 NK Cruisers switch to every 1st and 3rd Saturday 11am to 3pm (Nov-Mar). NK Cruisers, a local car enthusiast and cruise-in group bringing the car community together between Richmond and Williamsburg. The focus is New Kent, Charles City, and Lanexa but we welcome all folks from all areas. All years, makes, and models welcome. Inclement weather cancels. For more information email: nkcruisers@gmail.com and NK Cruisers Facebook page for announcements and information.


Sun, Dec 5 - Caffeine & Octane November Meet, 8:30 am - 12:00 pm, Berkshire Shops, 1296 Battlefield Blvd. S, Chesapeake. Our monthly cars & coffee meet at Pale Horse Coffee in Chesapeake! Food truck will be on site! Grab a cup of coffee at Pale Horse and check out the rides! Open to all makes, models and years. 


Sun, Dec 5 - Cheeseburgers & Classic Car Cruise in, 2 - 9:00 pm, Hosted by Farmer’s Table, 13416 Benns Church Blvd., Smithfield. Cheeseburgers & Classic Cars is a family event open to all automotive enthusiast. We welcome all Classic Cars, Trucks, Motorcycles and Tractors, including show quality restorations to rusty survivors and everything in-between on the 1st Sunday of each month at Cypress creek shopping center! Bring the kids, young and old! no fees or registrations. Please do not park in the front row of the stores - thank you. For outdoor dining, Tailgate, or curbside call 757-357-1717. View our menu on the website and order online at: www.farmerstableofsmithfield.com


Wed, Dec 8 - Monthly Corvette Takeover at The Garage, 6:30 - 9:30 pm, The Garage Brewery, 1011 Eden Way N, Chesapeake. Calling all Corvette owners! Come meet up with the members of "Beachcombers Corvette Owners of Virginia" and enjoy 10% off your beer while checking out all the other Vettes. Rotating food trucks each month, check out our site for an updated list! 


Sat, Dec 11 - (2nd 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, Dec 11 - Wicked Cars and Coffee, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm, Wicked Stitching, 6701 Ruritan Blvd., Suffolk. Come on out for a good time talking cars with great people and enjoy our complimentary coffee and doughnuts. 50/50 raffle and a good time seeing some badass rides. This will take place on the second Saturday of every month. So, mark your calendar and see you then!


Sat, Dec 18 - (3rd Sat) Cars & Coffee Williamsburg, 9 - 11:30 am, The Tipsy Beans Café ( www.tipsybeanscafe.com ), 1430 High Street, Williamsburg. SHOWTIME! Fellow Cars & Coffee fans (“Motorheads”), we were delighted to receive approvals to move forward with our monthly meets. C & C Williamsburg is an informal gathering of people with a passion for automobiles. This venue along with the great coffee and treats at The Tipsy Beans Cafe is a winning combination and we look forward to meeting there the third Saturday of every month from 9-11:30 am. We ask for the following considerations: Mask up! Not the time to let your guard down,  Social distancing (we do anyway so not to get door dings),  Patronize Tipsy Beans Café and stay for lunch at any of the great dining options at High Street. The weather calls for cold in the AM going to high of 51 with a small chance of precipitation. Gentleman and Ladies…start your engines! See you Saturday!


Sat, Dec 18 - GenRight 4x4 Meet-up, 10:00 am, Hotrodders Cafe, 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, Dec 4 - 22nd Annual Toys for Tots Car, Truck & Motorcycle Show, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, Smithfield Auto & Truck Center, 928 S. Church St., Smithfield. Classic & Modern Muscle Cars. Antique Cars & Trucks. Hot Rods & Motorcycles. Rescue Vehicles. Children's Area. Door Prizes. Music. Food. Vendors. Show Entry includes meal ticket. Spectators please bring an unwrapped Toy(s) and or cash donation. For info contact area coordinator, Elizabeth Moose (757) 880-7191


Sat, Dec 4 - Phoebus VA Holiday Market Cruise In, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm, Mellen Street, Phoebus, Hampton. The Beautiful historic Phoebus section of Hampton will turn into a holiday wonderland on December 4. Mellen Street will be filled with a variety of holiday crafts and goods from local vendors, food trucks, Classic and show car Cruise In, ,live DJ and more! Kids activities, special performances, and Santa himself make this event wonderful for the whole family!Christmas tree lighting at 5:30 p.m. Ugly Sweater Contest at 5:15 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. Cruise IN Cars please enter at the intersection of Willard Avenue and East Mellon Street at the Cruise IN gate. All Cruise In car exhibitors will line up on East Mellon Street. Come for a few hours or make it a day of fun! Cruise In Contact Terry Fuller 757-373-3332 terry@credcontrol.com  event info:  www.phoebusva.com/events/holiday-illumination




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


Hampton Roads Kart Club

Langley Speedway, 11 Dale Lemonds Dr., Hampton.

Since 1971, over 45 years, HRKC has been bringing go-kart racing to young and old alike on Sunday mornings at Langley Speedway.

http://www.hrkc.com/schedule/

Schedule (Date / Event): TBA 2022



Langley Drift Club

Langley Speedway, 11 Dale Lemonds Dr., Hampton.

Local Drifters planning and running drift events at Langley Speedway

https://langley-speedway.com/

Schedule (Date / Event): TBA 2022



Spirit Motorsports Academy [New Name]

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.

https://www.spiritmotorsportsacademy.com/

Schedule (Date / Event): TBA



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 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): TBA 2022



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-Sun, Dec 4-5 / Auto Cross Points Event Double-Header #7-#8 / Virginia Motorsports Park



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): TBA 2022




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.

http://www.langley-speedway.com/

Schedule (Date / Event): TBA 2022



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): TBA 2022



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): TBA 2022



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): 


Sat, Dec 4 / AT Dominion Super 6 Enduro Road Race, 7:00 am


Sat, Dec 4 / Track Attack - Get On Track Now - No Experience Needed! 4:00 pm


Sun, Dec 12 / Holiday Laps at Dominion Raceway, 10:00 am


Sun, Dec 19 / Holiday Laps at Dominion Raceway, 10:00 am



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): 2021


Sat-Sun, Dec 4-5 / TSCC Auto Cross Points Event Double-Header #7-#8 



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): TBA 2022




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Tuesday, November 16, 2021

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, Nov 16 - Topless Tuesday Jeep Takeover at The Garage, 5:30 – 9:00 pm, The Garage Brewery, 1011 Eden Way N, Chesapeake. Topless Tuesday is every other Tuesday at The Garage! FIRST 10 Jeeps will receive $5 off their bill! Line up your jeeps on our grass, and overflow can go into parking spaces. Food truck rotating every week. (Check our website for more info!) Rain or Shine. We won't judge you if you aren't.... Topless ??


Wed, Nov 17 - RC Drift Night, 4 - 8:00 pm, HobbyTown Scaletopia RC Drift Lounge, 12761 Jefferson Ave., Newport News. Join us every Wednesday and Saturday for indoor RC Drift Night. Event is always free, and all skill levels are welcome. The perfect chance to meet fellow RC drifters, better your drifting skills, and have fun!


Thu, Nov 18 - Thursday Night Cruise-In at the DQ, 3:00 pm - ?, 4024 Portsmouth Blvd., Chesapeake. So if you're not doing anything on Thursday afternoons get those cars out and come up to DQ. You can go in and order food and bring it out to eat. Make sure you bring a chair because they've taken the tables and chairs in. People start getting there around 2:00 and hang out for 3-4 hours or so. The weather is starting to get nice and there's not a whole lot of places we can go. This is one of the few places we can. But PLEASE make sure you adhere to the social distancing rules.


Fri, Nov 19 - Friday Night Hardee's Cruise-Ins, 4 - 8:00 pm, Hardee's at 7007 George Washington Hwy (Route 17), Gloucester. We will be having Friday Night Cruise-ins from 4-8 pm. At this time, the restaurant is open for take-out orders only. Come on out and see some cool cars and hang out with other car folks.


Sat, Nov 20 - Cars and Coffee, 7 - 9:00 am, Hosted by Tidewater Mopar Club TMC, Heritage Amish Bake Shoppe, next to the Old VB Farmer's Market, 3600 Dam Neck Rd., Virginia Beach. The Bakery may or mayn't have Coffee so it is advised to bring your own.


Sat, Nov 20 - (3rd Sat) C4 Cruise-In, 8 - 9:30 am, River Oak Church, 225 Great Bridge Blvd., Chesapeake. The C4 Cruise-In is back! Join the men's ministry in the River Oak Church Parking Lot. Owners and lookers welcome, it’s all free – free to show, free to look, free to eat, (donuts & coffee). Talk cars, show off your ride and meet other’s that share the same love. All rides are welcome – imports, exotics, trucks, bikes (any vintage, old or new), tractors, customs tuners, off-road, whatever! If you can get it here we’ll enjoy it. 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, Nov 20 - (3rd Sat) Cars & Coffee Williamsburg, 9 - 11:30 am, The Tipsy Beans Café ( www.tipsybeanscafe.com ), 1430 High Street, Williamsburg. SHOWTIME! Fellow Cars & Coffee fans (“Motorheads”), we were delighted to receive approvals to move forward with our monthly meets. C & C Williamsburg is an informal gathering of people with a passion for automobiles. This venue along with the great coffee and treats at The Tipsy Beans Cafe is a winning combination and we look forward to meeting there the third Saturday of every month from 9-11:30 am. We ask for the following considerations: Mask up! Not the time to let your guard down,  Social distancing (we do anyway so not to get door dings),  Patronize Tipsy Beans Café and stay for lunch at any of the great dining options at High Street. The weather calls for cold in the AM going to high of 51 with a small chance of precipitation. Gentleman and Ladies…start your engines! See you Saturday!


Sat, Nov 20 - GenRight 4x4 Meet-up, 10:00 am, Hotrodders Cafe, 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, Nov 20 - NK Cruisers Cruise-In, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, Rosie's Lot 7, 10515 Colonial Downs Pkwy, New Kent. Starting Nov 6th 2021 NK Cruisers switch to every 1st and 3rd Saturday 11am to 3pm (Nov-Mar). NK Cruisers, a local car enthusiast and cruise-in group bringing the car community together between Richmond and Williamsburg. The focus is New Kent, Charles City, and Lanexa but we welcome all folks from all areas. All years, makes, and models welcome. Inclement weather cancels. For more information email: nkcruisers@gmail.com and NK Cruisers Facebook page for announcements and information.


Sat, Nov 20 - Fort Monroe Saturday Night Cruise In, 5 - 9:00 pm, 81 Patch Rd, Fort Monroe, Hampton. This will be happening EVERY SATURDAY NIGHT, for the season, as weather permits. Use the parking lot closest to the water, the one with the light poles. Moving the start time back to 5pm. As always, no revving, burnouts, loud music, etc. Please use the parking spots, and dispose of all trash in the dumpster. All makes and models welcome.


Sun, Nov 21 - Sunday Slides, 12 - 5:00 pm, HobbyTown Scaletopia RC Drift Lounge, 12761 Jefferson Ave., Newport News. Join us every Sunday afternoon for indoor RC Drifting. Event is always free, and all skill levels are welcome. The perfect chance to meet fellow RC drifters, better your drifting skills, and have fun!


Sun, Nov 21 - Suffolk Cars and Coffee event in North Suffolk, 7 - 10:00 am, sponsored by Blue Hippo Car Wash and Knotts Coffee Company, 1500 Bridgeport Way, Suffolk. Hey guys! Cars & Coffee  in North Suffolk on 3rd Sundays, will feature coffee by Knotts Coffee Company and breakfast items from Amedeo's Bakery. Come on out and enjoy some coffee and talk cars! Car enthusiasts can arrive as early as 6:30 am to get their spot. Meets will officially start at 7 am and run until 10 am. $5.00 fee is required to bring a car out to participate in the meet and will include a free coffee. Hope to see a lot of you guys out there. Registration and all info can be found on our event page:  https://www.facebook.com/events/391621318992975


Wed, Nov 24 - Mid-week Jeep'in at St. George Brewing, 5:30 - 7:30 pm, 204 Challenger Way, Hampton. Love Jeeps and the Peeps who are slaves to them? Let's celebrate the joys of owning a Jeep for Hump Day at St. George Brewing. We try to do this bi-weekly to meet old or make new friends that share the same passion and troubles!


Sat, Nov 27 - 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, Nov 27 - (4th Sat) Yorktown Cars and Coffee, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm, Hampton Roads Harley-Davidson, 6450 George Washington Memorial Hwy., Yorktown. We are finally back! Yorktown Cars and Coffee Saturday cruise-ins are back starting Saturday November 28th, 2020. We will resume on the 4th Saturday of every month, and 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.


Sat, Nov 27 - Toy Drive Meet Up/Roll Out, 2:00 pm, 81 Patch Rd., Fort Monroe, Hampton. Be there or be square. Meet at 2pm, depart at 2:30 to Norfolk. Drive civilized. This is a great cause for kids in need. And a chance to win a raffle prize for doing something nice.


Sun, Nov 28 - Boost & Brunch, 8:30 am - 11:00 am, Hosted by First Watch - Redmill, Virginia Beach. Every last Sunday of each month we're meeting at First Watch. Calling all car enthusiasts to share and view cars then grab some human fuel at First Watch and Pelons as well as some free giveaways! Take pictures and check out other cars. All rides are welcome, but be respectful of the location. No revving, no burnouts, no loud music, & no speeding through the parking lot. Sponsored by: Adcomm Digitel, Skyline Sports Club of Virginia, Pelons, First Watch.


Sun, Nov 28 - Sunday Cruise-In at Suffolk Executive Airport, 1 - 4:00 pm, Suffolk BBQ, 1550 Airport Rd, Suffolk. Weather permitting. Starting in October and running through March we will be doing the cruise-ins on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month from 1-4 pm. The restaurant is open with limited seating inside and the patio is open for outside dining. Come on out and bring your car, hang out with friends, and eat some good food. Hope you can make it out there. 


Tue, Nov 30 - Topless Tuesday Jeep Takeover at The Garage, 5:30 – 9:00 pm, The Garage Brewery, 1011 Eden Way N, Chesapeake. Topless Tuesday is every other Tuesday at The Garage! FIRST 10 Jeeps will receive $5 off their bill! Line up your jeeps on our grass, and overflow can go into parking spaces. Food truck rotating every week. (Check our website for more info!) Rain or Shine. We won't judge you if you aren't.... Topless ??


Sun, Dec 4 - Cars and Coffee Virginia Beach, 7 - 11:00 am, hosted by Java Surf, NOW at the Virginia Beach Sportsplex, 2044 Landstown Centre Way, Virginia Beach. Cars & Coffee Virginia Beach is an all-inclusive, family-friendly, all-ages, open-to-the-public community event in Virginia Beach. Bring your own unique vehicle to show off, or simply come by to check out the lot. Cars, trucks, motorcycles, golf-carts, vintage and modern and everything in-between - if it rolls and turns heads, it’s welcome at the event! Gates open at 6:30. New Food trucks! Fikka Coffee Bar onsite! Quick Walk up Coffee station! Ample parking for everyone. See everyone bright and early! Full details and register online at carsandcoffeevb.com


Sat, Dec 4 - MPCC cars and coffee, 9 - 11:00 am, 1785 George Washington Memorial Hwy., Gloucester Point. Join the Middle Peninsula Classic Cruisers for Cars and Coffee first Saturday of each month at the Gloucester Point Shopping Center. All cars are welcome and admission is free!


Sat, Dec 4 - Phoebus VA Holiday Market Cruise In, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm, Mellen St., Hampton. The Beautiful historic Phoebus section of Hampton will turn into a holiday wonderland. Mellen Street will be filled with a variety of holiday crafts and goods from local vendors, food trucks, Classic and show car Cruise In, live DJ and more! Kids activities, special performances, and Santa himself make this event wonderful for the whole family! Ugly Sweater Contest at 5:15 p.m., Christmas tree lighting at 5:30 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. Cruise IN Cars please enter at the intersection of Willard Avenue and East Mellon Street at the Cruise IN gate. All Cruise In car exhibitors will line up on East Mellon Street. Come for a few hours or make it a day of fun! Cruise In Contact Terry Fuller 757-373-3332 terry@credcontrol.com event info www.phoebusva.com/events/holiday-illumination


Sat, Dec 4 - Chili Dog Cruz-In, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm, Nasemond Masonic Lodge #77, 5681 Lee Farm Ln., Suffolk. Every 1st Saturday at Nasemond Lodge. Cars, Bikes, and Chili Dogs. A great way to spend a couple of hours with old friends and new. EVERYONE WELCOME! Chili Dog Combo $6.00


Sun, Dec 5 - Caffeine & Octane December Meet, 8:30 am - 12:00 pm, Berkshire Shops, 1296 Battlefield Blvd. S, Chesapeake. Our monthly cars & coffee meet at Pale Horse Coffee in Chesapeake! Food truck will be on site! Grab a cup of coffee at Pale Horse and check out the rides! Open to all makes, models and years. 


Sun, Dec 5 - Cheeseburgers & Classic Car Cruise in, 2 - 9:00 pm, Hosted by Farmer’s Table, 13416 Benns Church Blvd., Smithfield. Cheeseburgers & Classic Cars is a family event open to all automotive enthusiast. We welcome all Classic Cars, Trucks, Motorcycles and Tractors, including show quality restorations to rusty survivors and everything in-between on the 1st Sunday of each month at Cypress creek shopping center! Bring the kids, young and old! no fees or registrations. Please do not park in the front row of the stores - thank you. For outdoor dining, Tailgate, or curbside call 757-357-1717. View our menu on the website and order online at: www.farmerstableofsmithfield.com


Wed, Dec 8 - Monthly Corvette Takeover at The Garage, 6:30 - 9:30 pm, The Garage Brewery, 1011 Eden Way N, Chesapeake. Calling all Corvette owners! Come meet up with the members of "Beachcombers Corvette Owners of Virginia" and enjoy 10% off your beer while checking out all the other Vettes. Rotating food trucks each month, check out our site for an updated list! 


Sat, Dec 11 - (2nd 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, Dec 11 - Wicked Cars and Coffee, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm, Wicked Stitching, 6701 Ruritan Blvd., Suffolk. Come on out for a good time talking cars with great people and enjoy our complimentary coffee and doughnuts. 50/50 raffle and a good time seeing some badass rides. This will take place on the second Saturday of every month. So, mark your calendar and see you then!



UPCOMING CAR SHOWS, ETC.

(scroll down for Club and Regional Motorsports Events)


Fri-Sun, Nov 19-21 - Mayflower Marathon, Pembroke Mall (behind Target), 4554 Virginia Beach Blvd., Virginia Beach AND Kroger Marketplace, 1017 University Blvd., Suffolk. Mayflower Marathon is a 57-hour consecutive food and fund drive that occurs the weekend before Thanksgiving each year. The tradition of the low contact drive-thru model allows the Foodbank to continue to operate in the same safe, efficient model to collect and distribute food quickly to families in need this Thanksgiving. Last year, this event collected enough food and monetary donations to provide more than one-million meals. With 57 hours to participate, giving has never been so easy. Simply drive through and donate; volunteers will be on hand to collect your donations. Foodbank Friends who would like to make an impact but cannot make it to either site will be able to donate online, share their impact, and encourage others to do the same. https://foodbankonline.org/mayflower-marathon/


Dec 4 - 22nd Annual Toys for Tots Car, Truck & Motorcycle Show, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, Smithfield Auto & Truck Center, 928 S. Church St., Smithfield. Classic & Modern Muscle Cars. Antique Cars & Trucks. Hot Rods & Motorcycles. Rescue Vehicles. Children's Area. Door Prizes. Music. Food. Vendors. Show Entry includes meal ticket. Spectators please bring an unwrapped Toy(s) and or cash donation. For info contact area coordinator, Elizabeth Moose (757) 880-7191



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


Hampton Roads Kart Club

Langley Speedway, 11 Dale Lemonds Dr., Hampton.

Since 1971, over 45 years, HRKC has been bringing go-kart racing to young and old alike on Sunday mornings at Langley Speedway.

http://www.hrkc.com/schedule/

Schedule (Date / Event): TBA 2022



Langley Drift Club

Langley Speedway, 11 Dale Lemonds Dr., Hampton.

Local Drifters planning and running drift events at Langley Speedway

https://langley-speedway.com/

Schedule (Date / Event): TBA 2022



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): TBA



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 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): TBA 2022



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):


Sun, Nov 21 / Auto Cross Points Event #7 / Pungo



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): TBA 2022




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.

http://www.langley-speedway.com/

Schedule (Date / Event): TBA 2022



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): TBA 2022



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): TBA 2022



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, Nov 19 / No Prep 1/8 Mile Sunday Street Racing, 6:00 pm


Sat, Nov 20 / Track Attack - Get On Track Now - No Experience Needed! 4:00 pm


Sat, Dec 4 / AT Dominion Super 6 Enduro Road Race, 7:00 am


Sun, Dec 12 / Holiday Laps at Dominion Raceway, 10:00 am


Sun, Dec 19 / Holiday Laps at Dominion Raceway, 10:00 am



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): 2021


Sat-Sun, Nov 20-21 / USDrift Street Legal - Inland Stage. The Street Legal competition will take place on Saturday, November 20th. The Drift Day event will take place on Sunday, November 21st. www.usdrift.com



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): TBA 2022




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Tuesday, November 9, 2021

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, Nov 10 - RC Drift Night, 4 - 8:00 pm, HobbyTown Scaletopia RC Drift Lounge, 12761 Jefferson Ave., Newport News. Join us every Wednesday and Saturday for indoor RC Drift Night. Event is always free, and all skill levels are welcome. The perfect chance to meet fellow RC drifters, better your drifting skills, and have fun!


Wed, Nov 10 - Mid-week Jeep'in at St. George Brewing, 5:30 - 7:30 pm, 204 Challenger Way, Hampton. Love Jeeps and the Peeps who are slaves to them? Let's celebrate the joys of owning a Jeep for Hump Day at St. George Brewing. We try to do this bi-weekly to meet old or make new friends that share the same passion and troubles!


Wed, Nov 10 - Monthly Corvette Takeover at The Garage, 6:30 - 9:30 pm, The Garage Brewery, 1011 Eden Way N, Chesapeake. Calling all Corvette owners! Come meet up with the members of "Beachcombers Corvette Owners of Virginia" and enjoy 10% off your beer while checking out all the other Vettes. Rotating food trucks each month, check out our site for an updated list! 


Thu, Nov 11 - Thursday Night Cruise-In at the DQ, 3:00 pm - ?, 4024 Portsmouth Blvd., Chesapeake. So if you're not doing anything on Thursday afternoons get those cars out and come up to DQ. You can go in and order food and bring it out to eat. Make sure you bring a chair because they've taken the tables and chairs in. People start getting there around 2:00 and hang out for 3-4 hours or so. The weather is starting to get nice and there's not a whole lot of places we can go. This is one of the few places we can. But PLEASE make sure you adhere to the social distancing rules.


Thu, Nov 11 - Special Veteran's Day Cars 'n' Chicken Cruise-in, 6:30 - 9:00 pm, Hosted by Seven Cities Camaro Club, Wild Wing Café, 1437 Sam's Drive, Chesapeake. Join us on the patio for chicken and entertainment. All makes, years, and models encouraged to attend. Parking is primarily on the grass field with limited parking on the pavement. This is an organized and laid-back event with amazing food and company so come on out, show your ride, get yourself an amazing dinner, and no Shenanigans. 


Fri, Nov 12 - Friday Night Hardee's Cruise-Ins, 4 - 8:00 pm, Hardee's at 7007 George Washington Hwy (Route 17), Gloucester. We will be having Friday Night Cruise-ins from 4-8 pm. At this time, the restaurant is open for take-out orders only. Come on out and see some cool cars and hang out with other car folks.


Sat, Nov 13 - Cars and Coffee, 7 - 9:00 am, Hosted by Tidewater Mopar Club TMC, Heritage Amish Bake Shoppe, next to the Old VB Farmer's Market, 3600 Dam Neck Rd., Virginia Beach. The Bakery may or mayn't have Coffee so it is advised to bring your own.


Sat, Nov 13 - (2nd 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, Nov 13 - Wicked Cars and Coffee, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm, Wicked Stitching, 6701 Ruritan Blvd., Suffolk. Come on out for a good time talking cars with great people and enjoy our complimentary coffee and doughnuts. 50/50 raffle and a good time seeing some badass rides. This will take place on the second Saturday of every month. So, mark your calendar and see you then!


Sat, Nov 13 - HotWheels Birthday Cruise-In, 2 - 4:00 pm, 2460 Potters Rd., Virginia Beach. Help my boys celebrate their Hot Wheels themed birthday with a cruise-in! Free admission. Specific area is the parking lot at the west end of the grounds. Open to all makes and models. Each of my boys will be awarding a "Best in Show" and each winner will receive a unique trophy. Please email nordplz@gmail.com to register.


Sat, Nov 13 - Fort Monroe Saturday Night Cruise In, 5 - 9:00 pm, 81 Patch Rd, Fort Monroe, Hampton. This will be happening EVERY SATURDAY NIGHT, for the season, as weather permits. Use the parking lot closest to the water, the one with the light poles. Moving the start time back to 5pm. As always, no revving, burnouts, loud music, etc. Please use the parking spots, and dispose of all trash in the dumpster. All makes and models welcome.


Sun, Nov 14 - Sunday Slides, 12 - 5:00 pm, HobbyTown Scaletopia RC Drift Lounge, 12761 Jefferson Ave., Newport News. Join us every Sunday afternoon for indoor RC Drifting. Event is always free, and all skill levels are welcome. The perfect chance to meet fellow RC drifters, better your drifting skills, and have fun!


Sun, Nov 14 - Sunday Cruise-In at Suffolk Executive Airport, 1 - 4:00 pm, Suffolk BBQ, 1550 Airport Rd, Suffolk. Weather permitting. Starting in October and running through March we will be doing the cruise-ins on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month from 1-4 pm. The restaurant is open with limited seating inside and the patio is open for outside dining. Come on out and bring your car, hang out with friends, and eat some good food. Hope you can make it out there. 


Tue, Nov 16 - Topless Tuesday Jeep Takeover at The Garage, 5:30 – 9:00 pm, The Garage Brewery, 1011 Eden Way N, Chesapeake. Topless Tuesday is every other Tuesday at The Garage! FIRST 10 Jeeps will receive $5 off their bill! Line up your jeeps on our grass, and overflow can go into parking spaces. Food truck rotating every week. (Check our website for more info!) Rain or Shine. We won't judge you if you aren't.... Topless ??


Sat, Nov 20 - (3rd Sat) C4 Cruise-In, 8 - 9:30 am, River Oak Church, 225 Great Bridge Blvd., Chesapeake. The C4 Cruise-In is back! Join the men's ministry in the River Oak Church Parking Lot. Owners and lookers welcome, it’s all free – free to show, free to look, free to eat, (donuts & coffee). Talk cars, show off your ride and meet other’s that share the same love. All rides are welcome – imports, exotics, trucks, bikes (any vintage, old or new), tractors, customs tuners, off-road, whatever! If you can get it here we’ll enjoy it. 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, Nov 20 - (3rd Sat) Cars & Coffee Williamsburg, 9 - 11:30 am, The Tipsy Beans Café ( www.tipsybeanscafe.com ), 1430 High Street, Williamsburg. SHOWTIME! Fellow Cars & Coffee fans (“Motorheads”), we were delighted to receive approvals to move forward with our monthly meets. C & C Williamsburg is an informal gathering of people with a passion for automobiles. This venue along with the great coffee and treats at The Tipsy Beans Cafe is a winning combination and we look forward to meeting there the third Saturday of every month from 9-11:30 am. We ask for the following considerations: Mask up! Not the time to let your guard down,  Social distancing (we do anyway so not to get door dings),  Patronize Tipsy Beans Café and stay for lunch at any of the great dining options at High Street. The weather calls for cold in the AM going to high of 51 with a small chance of precipitation. Gentleman and Ladies…start your engines! See you Saturday!


Sat, Nov 20 - GenRight 4x4 Meet-up, 10:00 am, Hotrodders Cafe, 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, Nov 20 - NK Cruisers Cruise-In, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, Rosie's Lot 7, 10515 Colonial Downs Pkwy, New Kent. Starting Nov 6th 2021 NK Cruisers switch to every 1st and 3rd Saturday 11am to 3pm (Nov-Mar). NK Cruisers, a local car enthusiast and cruise-in group bringing the car community together between Richmond and Williamsburg. The focus is New Kent, Charles City, and Lanexa but we welcome all folks from all areas. All years, makes, and models welcome. Inclement weather cancels. For more information email: nkcruisers@gmail.com and NK Cruisers Facebook page for announcements and information.


Sun, Nov 21 - Suffolk Cars and Coffee event in North Suffolk, 7 - 10:00 am, sponsored by Blue Hippo Car Wash and Knotts Coffee Company, 1500 Bridgeport Way, Suffolk. Hey guys! Cars & Coffee  in North Suffolk on 3rd Sundays, will feature coffee by Knotts Coffee Company and breakfast items from Amedeo's Bakery. Come on out and enjoy some coffee and talk cars! Car enthusiasts can arrive as early as 6:30 am to get their spot. Meets will officially start at 7 am and run until 10 am. $5.00 fee is required to bring a car out to participate in the meet and will include a free coffee. Hope to see a lot of you guys out there. Registration and all info can be found on our event page:  https://www.facebook.com/events/391621318992975


Sat, Nov 27 - 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, Nov 27 - (4th Sat) Yorktown Cars and Coffee, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm, Hampton Roads Harley-Davidson, 6450 George Washington Memorial Hwy., Yorktown. We are finally back! Yorktown Cars and Coffee Saturday cruise-ins are back starting Saturday November 28th, 2020. We will resume on the 4th Saturday of every month, and 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.


Sun, Nov 28 - Boost & Brunch, 8:30 am - 11:00 am, Hosted by First Watch - Redmill, Virginia Beach. Every last Sunday of each month we're meeting at First Watch. Calling all car enthusiasts to share and view cars then grab some human fuel at First Watch and Pelons as well as some free giveaways! Take pictures and check out other cars. All rides are welcome, but be respectful of the location. No revving, no burnouts, no loud music, & no speeding through the parking lot. Sponsored by: Adcomm Digitel, Skyline Sports Club of Virginia, Pelons, First Watch.


Thu, Dec 2 - Cars 'n' Chicken Cruise-in, 6:30 - 9:00 pm, Hosted by Seven Cities Camaro Club, Wild Wing Café, 1437 Sam's Drive, Chesapeake. Cars 'n' Chicken cruise-in happening every 1st Thursday night from April through November 2021 at Wild Wing Café in Chesapeake. Join us on the patio for chicken and entertainment. All makes, years, and models encouraged to attend. Help support local charities by coming and spending some money on chicken. End of year proceeds are donated to the local charities supported by the Seven Cities Camaro Club. This is an organized and laid-back event with amazing food and company so come on out, show your ride, and get yourself an amazing dinner. 


Sun, Dec 4 - Cars and Coffee Virginia Beach, 7 - 11:00 am, hosted by Java Surf, NOW at the Virginia Beach Sportsplex, 2044 Landstown Centre Way, Virginia Beach. Cars & Coffee Virginia Beach is an all-inclusive, family-friendly, all-ages, open-to-the-public community event in Virginia Beach. Bring your own unique vehicle to show off, or simply come by to check out the lot. Cars, trucks, motorcycles, golf-carts, vintage and modern and everything in-between - if it rolls and turns heads, it’s welcome at the event! Gates open at 6:30. New Food trucks! Fikka Coffee Bar onsite! Quick Walk up Coffee station! Ample parking for everyone. See everyone bright and early! Full details and register online at carsandcoffeevb.com


Sat, Dec 4 - MPCC cars and coffee, 9 - 11:00 am, 1785 George Washington Memorial Hwy., Gloucester Point. Join the Middle Peninsula Classic Cruisers for Cars and Coffee first Saturday of each month at the Gloucester Point Shopping Center. All cars are welcome and admission is free!


Sat, Dec 4 - Phoebus VA Holiday Market Cruise In, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm, Mellen St., Hampton. The Beautiful historic Phoebus section of Hampton will turn into a holiday wonderland. Mellen Street will be filled with a variety of holiday crafts and goods from local vendors, food trucks, Classic and show car Cruise In, live DJ and more! Kids activities, special performances, and Santa himself make this event wonderful for the whole family! Ugly Sweater Contest at 5:15 p.m., Christmas tree lighting at 5:30 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. Cruise IN Cars please enter at the intersection of Willard Avenue and East Mellon Street at the Cruise IN gate. All Cruise In car exhibitors will line up on East Mellon Street. Come for a few hours or make it a day of fun! Cruise In Contact Terry Fuller 757-373-3332 terry@credcontrol.com event info www.phoebusva.com/events/holiday-illumination


Sat, Dec 4 - Chili Dog Cruz-In, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm, Nasemond Masonic Lodge #77, 5681 Lee Farm Ln., Suffolk. Every 1st Saturday at Nasemond Lodge. Cars, Bikes, and Chili Dogs. A great way to spend a couple of hours with old friends and new. EVERYONE WELCOME! Chili Dog Combo $6.00


Sun, Dec 5 - Caffeine & Octane November Meet, 8:30 am - 12:00 pm, Berkshire Shops, 1296 Battlefield Blvd. S, Chesapeake. Our monthly cars & coffee meet at Pale Horse Coffee in Chesapeake! Food truck will be on site! Grab a cup of coffee at Pale Horse and check out the rides! Open to all makes, models and years. 


Sun, Dec 5 - Cheeseburgers & Classic Car Cruise in, 2 - 9:00 pm, Hosted by Farmer’s Table, 13416 Benns Church Blvd., Smithfield. Cheeseburgers & Classic Cars is a family event open to all automotive enthusiast. We welcome all Classic Cars, Trucks, Motorcycles and Tractors, including show quality restorations to rusty survivors and everything in-between on the 1st Sunday of each month at Cypress creek shopping center! Bring the kids, young and old! no fees or registrations. Please do not park in the front row of the stores - thank you. For outdoor dining, Tailgate, or curbside call 757-357-1717. View our menu on the website and order online at: www.farmerstableofsmithfield.com



UPCOMING CAR SHOWS, ETC.

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Fri-Sun, Nov 12-14 - 6th Annual Coastal Virginia Auto Show, Virginia Beach Convention Center, 1000 19th St., Virginia Beach. The 6th Annual “Coastal Virginia Auto Show” will roll back into the Virginia Beach Convention Center, with award winning show cars and motorcycles. Elite, classics, customs, antiques, trucks, motorcycles and even bicycles, will be on display at this indoor three day show. There will also be a special one-day show outdoors on Saturday from 10am to 4pm, with an estimated 100+ cars on display. We have partnered with our presenting sponsor Hall Automotive part of  Mile One Auto group for charity truck give-away. Hall has donated a 2004 Chevy Avalanche that will be transformed into a “Beast” by local shops…lifted, new tires, rims, paint, new audio, etc. The truck will be at all local car shows and Sinclair events throughout the summer! We will sell raffle tickets to win the truck and on Sunday, November 14th, 2021 at the show, we will pick the winner. 100% of the proceeds benefit the America Cancer Society. Celebrity appearances including Joe and Amanda Martin, owners of Martin Brothers Customs and stars of the Motor Trend hit show “Iron Resurrection”, and David Ankin, former stunt man and race car driver, from the History Channel show, “ToyMakerz”, numerous displays including Blown Mafia, demonstrations, live entertainment, lots of giveaways, prizes, a children’s area with Santa and so much more. This family friendly event has something for everyone. https://cvautoshow.com/


Fri-Sun, Nov 19-21 - Mayflower Marathon, Pembroke Mall (behind Target), 4554 Virginia Beach Blvd., Virginia Beach AND Kroger Marketplace, 1017 University Blvd., Suffolk. Mayflower Marathon is a 57-hour consecutive food and fund drive that occurs the weekend before Thanksgiving each year. The tradition of the low contact drive-thru model allows the Foodbank to continue to operate in the same safe, efficient model to collect and distribute food quickly to families in need this Thanksgiving. Last year, this event collected enough food and monetary donations to provide more than one-million meals. With 57 hours to participate, giving has never been so easy. Simply drive through and donate; volunteers will be on hand to collect your donations. Foodbank Friends who would like to make an impact but cannot make it to either site will be able to donate online, share their impact, and encourage others to do the same. https://foodbankonline.org/mayflower-marathon/


Dec 4 - 22nd Annual Toys for Tots Car, Truck & Motorcycle Show, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, Smithfield Auto & Truck Center, 928 S. Church St., Smithfield. Classic & Modern Muscle Cars. Antique Cars & Trucks. Hot Rods & Motorcycles. Rescue Vehicles. Children's Area. Door Prizes. Music. Food. Vendors. Show Entry includes meal ticket. Spectators please bring an unwrapped Toy(s) and or cash donation. For info contact area coordinator, Elizabeth Moose (757) 880-7191



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


Hampton Roads Kart Club

Langley Speedway, 11 Dale Lemonds Dr., Hampton.

Since 1971, over 45 years, HRKC has been bringing go-kart racing to young and old alike on Sunday mornings at Langley Speedway.

http://www.hrkc.com/schedule/

Schedule (Date / Event): TBA 2022



Langley Drift Club

Langley Speedway, 11 Dale Lemonds Dr., Hampton.

Local Drifters planning and running drift events at Langley Speedway

https://langley-speedway.com/

Schedule (Date / Event): 


Sat, Nov 13 - The Slidesgiving, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. Langley Drift Club is back for their final event of the year, The Slidesgiving! Come out and see your local drivers rip up the track for the final time of the year.



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):


TBA



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 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, Nov 14 / Solo Championship Series Event #8 / Pungo



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):


Sun, Nov 21 / Auto Cross Points Event #7 / Pungo



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): TBA 2022



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.

http://www.langley-speedway.com/

Schedule (Date / Event): TBA 2022


Sat, Nov 13 / Langley Drift Club: The Slidesgiving, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. 



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): TBA 2022



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): TBA 2022



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, Nov 12 / No Prep 1/8 Mile Sunday Street Racing, 6:00 pm


Sat, Nov 13 / High Performance DR Education on Road Course, 6:00 am


Sun, Nov 14 / Dominion TrackCross, 7:00 am


Fri, Nov 19 / No Prep 1/8 Mile Sunday Street Racing, 6:00 pm


Sat, Nov 20 / Track Attack - Get On Track Now - No Experience Needed! 4:00 pm



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): 2021


Sat-Sun, Nov 13-14 / Fall ET Challenge


Sat-Sun, Nov 20-21 / USDrift Street Legal - Inland Stage. The Street Legal competition will take place on Saturday, November 20th. The Drift Day event will take place on Sunday, November 21st. www.usdrift.com



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):


Fri, Nov 12 / Victory Junction Holiday Laps




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