Wednesday, March 30, 2022

Local Car Happenings in Tidewater Virginia

 


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, Mar 30 - 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, Mar 30 - Monthly Brews & Roos Subaru Meet 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 Co-Hosted by Adventure Dad Wagon. Come early to get a front spot & you are welcome to park on the grass on Eden Way, all the way to the end. Rotating food trucks, go to garage-brewery.com to see which one will be there this week! Rotating Subarus get the opportunity to park INSIDE the brewery.


Wed, Mar 30 - Doumar's Weekly Cruise in, 6 - 9:00 pm, Hosted by The Mustang and Ford Association of Virginia, Doumar's Cones & Barbecue, 1919 Monticello Ave., Norfolk. We are going back to Doumar’s, all are invited! Please join us for some cars at a weekly cruise-in every Wednesday night. They are open during these hours, so enjoy all the great eats and drinks they provide, including their amazing ice cream and handmade cones! Be kind, clean up after yourselves, no excessive revving, and no burnouts and do not speed off when leaving their parking lot. 


Thu, Mar 31 - 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, Apr 1 - 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.


Fri, Apr 1 - NK Cruisers Cruise-In, 5 - 9:00 pm, Rosie's Lot 7, 10515 Colonial Downs Pkwy., New Kent. NK Cruisers switch to every Friday 5 to 9pm (Apr-Oct). 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, models, years, cars, truck, motorcycles, golf carts, bboats, tractors, and trailered vehicles always welcome. Inclement weather cancels. For more information email: nkcruisers@gmail.com and NK Cruisers Facebook page for announcements and information.


Fri, Apr 1 - First Fridays Cruz-In Car Show, 6 - 8:00 pm, Sponsored by the Smithfield Ruritans, Luter Sports Complex, 900 W. Main St., Smithfield. Monthly Cruise-in Show, April through October. No registration needed, no fee. Food and Drinks available for purchase. 50/50 Raffle and Music. Shine up that Classic and join us!


Sat, Apr 2 - 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, Apr 2 - Bay City Classics Second Annual Swap Meet, 8 - 11:00 am, Landstown Commons Shopping Center, 3334 Princess Anne Rd., Virginia Beach. Held in conjunction with the George Smith Memorial Car Show at Landstown Commons in Virginia Beach.  Vendor spots are $25 for a 10x20 and entry for the public is free.  We had an overwhelming response to our first show last year and hope to make it even bigger by doing it at Landstown with the season's first show.  Contact Darrell to reserve your swap meet spot!


Sat, Apr 2 - Cars and Coffee Chesapeake, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm, Presented by Team Ultraspeed and Pale Horse Coffee at Summit Pointe, 540 Belaire Ave., Chesapeake. First 20 customers at Pale Horse will geta free coffee! We will also be raffling off awesome prizes. All makes and models welcome.


Sat, Apr 2 - (1st Sat) 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, Apr 2 - Classic Car Meet-Up, 9:30 - 11:30 am, Habitat ReStore, Colony Square Shopping Center, 1303 Jamestown Rd., Williamsburg. Whether you’re a “Fast and Furious” buff, drive a Tesla or simply enjoy the roar of an engine, the Williamsburg ReStore invites you to a Classic Car Meet-Up. Car enthusiasts can show off what they drive by parking in the lot of the ReStore. Anyone who loves cars is invited to check out the classic models, talk with the owners and support two great causes. Bring a non-perishable food item and/or gently used clothing to donate to FISH, Inc., a volunteer organization that provides food, clothing, housewares and services to people in need. By bringing a donation, you will receive a discount coupon to shop inside the ReStore at a future date. For more information, contact Jennifer Pye, Procurement Management at Habitat for Humanity Peninsula and Greater Williamsburg at 757-913-5656 or by emailing jennifer@habitatpgw.org


Sat, Apr 2 - 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, Apr 2 - Suffolk Hardee's Cruise in, 2 - 6:00 pm, Hardee's Drive-In, Pruden Blvd., Suffolk. Every Saturday Weekly gathering of car enthusiasts at Hardee's in Suffolk. Get those hot rods out and come see some cool cars and have a great time hanging out with friends. If it's cold, we hangout inside.


Sat ,Apr 2 - Fort Monroe Saturday Afternoon Cruise In, 2 - 5:00 pm, 81 Patch Rd, Fort Monroe, Hampton. Afternoon Meet! 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.


Sat, Apr 2 - Landstown Commons Cruise- In, 4 - 8:00 pm, Hosted by US Flag Runners VA Division, Landstown Commons Shopping Center, 3334 Princess Anne Rd., Virginia Beach. Saturday night cruise-in happening every Saturday night through October 29th. 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 enter. End of year proceeds are donated to the charity of the hosting car clubs choice. Free spectator parking and attendance. 


Sun, Apr 3 - 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, Apr 3 - Caffeine & Octane April Meet Up, 8:30 am - 11:30 pm, Town Center Cold Pressed Redmill, 1676 General Booth Blvd., Virginia Beach. We are back family with our monthly cars & coffee meet with a new face and new location. Enjoy the festivities with Cold Pressed Redmill providing the space and wonderful breakfast and coffee. Grab a cup of coffee and check out the rides! Open to all makes, models and years. 


Sun, Apr 3 - (1st Sun) 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


Tue, Apr 5 - 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, Apr 7 - Cars 'n' Chicken Cruise-in, 6:30 - 9:00 pm, Hosted by Seven Cities Camaro Club, Wild Wing Café, 1437 Sam's Drive, Chesapeake. It's almost that time of the year again and we are coming back twice as good. Come join us on the 1st & 3rd Thursday of the month beginning in April. Come spend your Friday Eve at Cars 'n' Chicken, and 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.


Fri, Apr 8 - Friday Cruise-In at Suffolk Executive Airport, 4 - 8:00 pm, Suffolk BBQ, 1200 Gene Bolton Dr., Suffolk. Weather permitting. Starting in April and running through September we will be doing the cruise-ins on the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month. All vehicles are welcome - cars, trucks, motorcycles, even tractors. The restaurant is open with limited seating inside and the patio is open for outside dining. Come on out and bring your ride, hang out with friends, and eat some good food. Hope you can make it out here. 


Fri, Apr 8 - Friday Night Cruise-in, 5:30 pm - Dusk, White Marsh Shopping Center, 4834 George Washington Memorial Hwy, Hayes. Middle Peninsula Classic Cruisers hold a weekly cruise in beginning at 5:30 pm until dusk (weather permitting). All years, makes and models welcome. Family Freindly Fun, Music, and Car Talk. Cruiser of the week award presented 30 minutes before dusk. Free for everyone, donations are appreciated and benefit CHKD. 


Sat, Apr 9 - (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, Apr 9 - Wicked cars and Dogs, 2:00 pm, Wicked Stitching, 6701 Ruritan Blvd., Suffolk. Bring out your rides and enjoy the cars and atmosphere while I cook burgers and dogs on the grill! No payment to attend, but tips are appreciated since we will be providing everything. Hope to see you there!


Sun, Apr 10 - Crews' 'n' Brews Cruise-in, 1 - 4:00 pm, MoMac Brewing Company, 3228 Academy Ave., Portsmouth. Bring your crew out for a brew every 2nd Sunday at the MoMac Brewing Company from 1-4pm. Hosted by: The Seven Cities Camaro Club & the MoMac Brewing Company. Food Trucks, Music, and Great Brews. If you're going to drink, drink responsibly. No Burnouts or any other Childish Shenanigans.


Wed, Apr 13 - Mid-week Jeep Hangout on the Peninsula, 5 - 8:00 pm, Sly Clyde Ciderworks, 207 E. Mellen St., Phoebus, Hampton. Love Jeeps and the Peeps who are slaves to them? Join us at Sly Clyde's and let's celebrate the joys of owning a Jeep! We try to do this bi-weekly to meet old or make new friends that share the same passion and troubles. 


Wed, Apr 13 - Corvette Takeover at The Garage, 6 - 9:00 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, Apr 16 - (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, Apr 16 - 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, Apr 16 - Classic Cruisers Car Club Cruise in, 4:30 - 8:00 pm, Coastal Community Church, 101 Village Ave., Yorktown. Cruisers, hope everyone is ready to come out of hibernation and start cruising again! Our first cruise in will be Saturday April 16,2022 and run through Saturday October 15,2022! It's only a $2.00 donation to show your vehicle. There is no admission fee for spectators. All cruise-in donations are donated to local charities. So dust off your hot rod and give your a motor tune up and we will see you real soon! 


Sat, Apr 23 - (4th Sat) Cars & Coffee Norfolk, 9 - 11:00 am, Norfolk Uno Pizzeria & Grill, JANAF Shopping Center, Military Hwy & VA Beach Blvd., Norfolk. Kick off the new year with TWO meets! Rat Rods? Mustangs? Minis? Camaros? Bring your vehicle (Cars, motorcycle, or bicycle) out to Uno's in Norfolk on the 4th and 5th Saturdays of every 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, Park in the back lot (please only take one space). Coffee will be supplied! We'd love to get a food truck to attend, so if you operate one, or know of someone who would be interested, send us a message! Please, no burnouts or loud music. 


Sat, Apr 23 - (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, Apr 24 - Tidewater MOPAR Club Blue Ribbon Brews and BBQ Cruise-in, 1 - 4:00 pm, 8305 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk. Come one come all, Well Mopars only, too:  Blue Ribbon Brews and BBQ Cruise-in this Sunday the 27th of February from 1-4 pm. Rain or shine, preferably Shine. Order food at the Bar (mention you got a Mopar on site and get a discount on your food). 


Sun, Apr 30 - Detail Garage Virginia Beach Rides & Coffee, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm, 4239 Holland Rd., Suite #772, Virginia Beach. DGVB welcomes you back to this year's Rides & Coffee event! Doors open at 8AM. Be sure to mark your calendars! Raffles, Free Donuts, Cool Cars, & more! A portion of this months event proceeds will go to the family, or charity of family's choice, in memory of Jacin Lisner, whom passed tragically March 4, 2022. He was a staple in our autocross and motorsports community and will be greatly missed. 


Sun, Apr 30 - 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.


Sat, May 7 -  Franklin Cruise In Kick-off, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm,  downtown Franklin. Plenty of Cars and Family Friendly fun, with a free Paul Bunyan Lumberjack show, food, heritage vendors, kayaks, games, raffles, cornhole tournament, kids area, photo ops, demonstrations, official Lumberjack cookies, chain saw carver, axe throwing,  Smokey Bear,  melodrama, live band  & much more!!!




UPCOMING CAR SHOWS, ETC.

(scroll down for Club and Regional Motorsports Events)


Sat, Apr 2 - 4th Annual George E Smith Memorial Car Show, Landstown Commons Shopping Center, 3334 Princess Anne Rd., Virginia Beach. hosted by 757 Auto Events, ClearShine -Virginia, and the Car Club Council of Hampton Roads. Join us as we celebrate the memory of a local car enthusiast who passed away December 28, 2018. George was a vital part of the Landstown Cruise-Ins, and we are proud to remember him with an annual event. George also served on the board of the Beachcomber Corvette Club served as the president of the Car Club Council of Hampton Roads. This will be an all years, makes, and models event with awards. Proceeds will also benefit the Car Club Council of Hampton Roads as we work on improved events for all of our attendees. Portion of proceeds will benefit a charity that George believed in, the Southeastern Food Bank. We will be accepting all non perishable food items for the food bank. 


Sat, Apr 9 - Hot Rod Spectator Judged Motor Show, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm, 1116 Hillwell Rd., Chesapeake. Please join us April 9, 2022 with YOUR Hot Rod from 9am to 2pm for a fun filled Hot Rod Show in support for Trails of Purpose located right here in Chesapeake, VA. This amazing organization provides mental health support at no cost to military members and their families. Please take a moment and learn about Trails of Purpose and the founder Kayla Arestivo. https://trailsofpurpose.com/ $20 Registration Fee (100 percent fees donated to Trails of Purpose). Free and fun for all visitors. Hot Rod Show T-shirts for purchase (proceeds donated to Trails of Purpose). Restrooms onsite


Sat, Apr 16 - Norfolk Carshow & Bass Off, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, Presented by Jeep Fleet VA, TBR, & Sawdust Mafia 6101 N. Military Hwy., Norfolk. All Vehicles Welcome. $20 entry fee, various tropies - Who will Claim the 3 Ft Trophy! Wo will be the most Repped? Contact Big Drip (757) 358-1418, TBR (757) 371-3582


Sat, Apr 16 - Spring Fling and Annual MCT Mustang Birthday car show, Cavalier Ford Green brier, 1515 S. Military Hwy., Chesapeake. $20 Registration fee and 2 cans of food. All makes, all models. Top 25 receive trophies, plus Best in Show, Dealer's Choice, and club Participation. 


Sat, Apr 23 - 17th Annual Spring Dust Off - Cruisn' thru the Decades, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm, Landstown Commons Shopping Center, 3334 Princess Anne Rd., Virginia Beach. ALL MAKES AND MODELS WELCOME! ALL YEARS INVITED! The Virginia Chevy Lovers in conjunction with 757 Auto Events presents the “17th Annual Spring Dust Off - Cruisn' thru the Decades” car show to benefit The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. The Hepcat Honeys will be hosting a Pin-Up contest. Classics and Late Models will compete separately! 16 Best of Awards and 60 Outstanding Build Awards. 


Sat, Apr 30 - Car, Truck, & Bike Show plus Vendor Expo, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, Victory Life Church, 1741 W. Queen St., Hampton. Join us for a great fun-filled day for the entire family! Come out and see some amazing vehicles, and check out the tables that will be set up for vendors. Concessions will be available.


Sat, Apr 30 - Powhatan Cruizer's Car Club 20th year anniversary car show, 10:00 am - 5:00pm, 4042 Anderson Highway, Powhatan. Powhatan Cruizer's Car Club 20th year anniversary car show at Powhatan Fair Grounds, 4042 Anderson Highway, Powhatan Va 23139. 10am - 5pm (rain date May 1st 12 - 5pm) Judging 2 - 3pm. $5 entry fee, kids free. Registration $20. Cars, trucks, bikes welcome. Food and bathrooms available. Contact:Charlie Williams 804-898-0876 or williamscharliejr@yahoo.com


Sun, May 1 - Car Show At Langley Speedway, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, Presented by Kiwanis Capitol District Division 13, Larry King Law's Langley Speedway, 3165 N Armistead Ave., Hampton. Charity Car Show To benefit children. All proceeds to go to local children's charities. Sponsored by Kiwanis Division 13. Featuring cars of every type Judged and Non Judged. Also Music, food, and vendors. Come on out for a day of family fun.


Sat, May 7 - Iron Chariots 6th Annual Car Show, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, Ivor Baptist Church, 8506 Bell Ave., Ivor. My Fellow Iron Charioteers - Mark Your Calendars for MAY 7th, 2022 and Plan on coming out to be part of our "6th" Annual Iron Chariots Car Show! We were VERY Excited as we witnessed what God did with us in 2021 and we are EVEN MORE Excited to see what He has planned for 2022. Iron Chariots Car Show is a festive Down Town event honoring your favorite Iron Chariot whether they are 2/3/4 wheel, custom/stock, John Deere Green/Farmall Red, or simply the Iron Chariot of your youth/dreams. Iron Chariots is a ministry of Ivor Baptist Church designed to provide a means for fellowship among community Iron Chariot Enthusiasts, and to introduce and support IBC’s various missions. In 2021 Trophies were awarded for the TOP 25 Iron Chariots!!! Additionally Trophies were awarded for “Best in Show”, “Best Paint”, “Best Interior” & “Best in Blue” recognizing our local Police and Sheriffs Offices!!!  2022’s Trophies will not only include these but also introduce a NEW Trophy – “Pastor’s Favorite!”  http://ivorbaptistchurch.org/ministries/iron-chariots-car-show/


Sat, May 21 - Beach Music Cruise-In Car Show, 12 - 10:30 pm, 30th St., Virginia Beach Oceanfront. Beach Music Weekend features bands on the beach with dancing under the stars for a jam-packed blast from the past! Beach Music Weekend Cruise-in also features a Classic Boardwalk Car Show on the Virginia Beach Boardwalk on Saturday. The top Beach Music bands from up and down the East Coast descend on the Virginia Beach oceanfront in a nostalgic salute to the “good old days” of hot tunes and cool cars. https://beacheventsvb.com/


Sat, Jun 18 -  CHKD/Walmart - College Dr. Charity Car, Truck, Slingshot Show, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, 6259 College Dr., Suffolk. Join Mystical Illusions, VA Slinglife Ryderz, AND 757 Auto Events as we team with Walmart Suffolk - College Dr. for a charity car, truck, Slingshot, and bike show! Proceeds to benefit The Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters through Walmart Suffolk - College Dr. collection efforts. Come out for cars, trucks, Slingshots, fun, and friends. Concessions will be available onsite and will benefit the charity collection. Proceeds will be combined with Wal-Mart's collection for the Suffolk store's CHKD/757 Walmart Challenge. Help boost this store's collection efforts! We will have a 50-50 raffle in effect. Silent Auction will be happening! Free Coloring Contest for all ages with awards. Pre-Paid entry fee $16 cars, Slingshots, and trucks/Bikes/Motorcycles/toys $11. On spot fee $20 cars and Trucks $15 Bikes/Motorcycles/Toys. PARKING LIMITED TO ~150 SHOW VEHICLES. VENDOR space available (no power available) for $35 in Advance. $20 minimum to show and donations encouraged. $16 pre-registration through Big Cartel soon. 


Sat, Sep 10 - Customs and Classics with the Knights of Columbus, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm, Landstown Commons, . Join 757 Auto Events as we team up with the Knights of Columbus, and the Car Club Council of Hampton Roads to bring an awesome all makes and models event to your community! Proceeds Benefit Charity! Family fun! Details developing! Stay tuned! $25 entry with 2 canned goods, $21 Preregistration.




CLUB RACING/AUTOCROSS(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 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): 

Sat, Apr 2 – Test & Tune, Pungo

Sun, Apr 3 – Solo Championship Series Event #1, Pungo

Sat, Apr 23 – Autocross School, Pungo

Sun, Apr 24 – Solo Championship Series Event #2, Pungo

Sun, Jun 5 – Solo Championship Series Event #3, Pungo

Sun, Jul 10 – Solo Championship Series Event #4, Pungo

Sun Aug 7 – Solo Championship Series Event #5, Pungo

Sun, Aug 28 – Solo Championship Series Event #6, Pungo

Sun, Oct 2 – Solo Championship Series Event #7, Pungo

Sun, Nov 13 – 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): 

Sat, Apr 16 / Test and Tune / Pungo

Sun, Apr 17 / Autocross Points Event #2 / Pungo

Sun, May 1 / Autocross Points Event #3 / VMP

Sun, Jun 19 / Autocross Points Event #4 / TBD

Sun, Jul 17 / Autocross Points Event #5 / Pungo

Sun, Aug 21 / Autocross Points Event #6 / Pungo

Sun, Sep 18 / Autocross Points Event #7 / Pungo

Sun, Oct 16 / Autocross Points Event #8 / Pungo

Sun, Nov 20 / Autocross Points Event #9 / Pungo

Fri-Sat, Dec 9-10 / HPDE / VIR



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): 

Sun, Apr 3 / Open Practice

Sun, Apr 24 /  Race #1

Sun, May 15 / Race #2

Sun, May 22 / Race #3

Sun, Jun 5 / rain make-up

Sun, Jun 12 / Race #4

Sun, Jun 19 / Race #5

Fri, Jun 24 / Race #6

Fri, Jul 8 / Race #7

Sun, Jul 17 / ROVAL

Fri, Jul 29 / Race #8

Sun, Aug 7 / rain make-up

Fri, Aug 19 / Race #9

Sun, Sep 11 / Race #10

Sun, Sep 18 / Race #11

Sat, Sep 24 / ROVAL

Sun, Oct 2 / Race #12

Sun, Oct 9 / Race #12

Sat, Nov 5 / ROVAL

Sun, Nov 6  / Turkey Race



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): 2022 Tentative 

Sun, Apr 17 

Sat-Sun, May 28-29 / Bayside Bash 

Sun, Jun 26 

Sun, Jul 31 

Sun, Aug 21 

Sun, Sep 25 

Sat-Sun, Oct 22-23 / Battle on the Bay 



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-Sat, Apr 15-16 / Summit Point Raceway

Fri-Sun, May 13-15 / HyperFest VIR Full Course

Sat-Sun, Jun 25-26 / Summit Point Raceway

Fri-Sun, Jul 22-24 / Pitt Race Crossover w/ Great Lakes Region

Fri-Sun, Aug 19-21 / VIR Full Course

Fri-Sun, Oct 21-23 / VIR Full Course OktoberFAST

Sat-Sun, Nov 12-13 / Summit Point Raceway (HPDE/TT only)




REGIONAL AUTO RACING/MOTORSPORTS


Larry King Law's Langley Speedway 

11 Dale Lemonds Dr., 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): 

Sat, Apr 2 / Open Practice

Sat, Apr 9 / Opening Night - Weekly Racing

Sat, Apr 16 / Weekly Racing - Full Moon Night

Sat, Apr 23 / Weekly Racing

Sat, Apr 30 / Weekly Racing

Sat, May 7 / Weekly Racing - Mother's Night

Wed, May 11 / Opening Night - Wacky Wednesdays



Bill Sawyer's Virginia Motor Speedway

4426 Tidewater Trail, Jamaica, VA

A 1/2-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: 3pm; Spectator Gates Open: 5pm; Drivers Meeting: 5:15pm; Hot Lap Qualifying: 6:00pm; Driver Registration / Pit Pass Window Closes: 6:30pm; Racing: 8pm

Fri, Apr 1 / Lucas Oil on the Edge motorsports show

Sat, Apr 9 / Weekly Racing

Sat, Apr 30 / Weekly Racing

Sat, May 14 / 13th annual Mud Mayhem Mud Bog

Sat, May 21 / Virginia is for Racing Lovers King of the Commonwealth Super Late Model Special Event



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): 

Fri, Apr 1 / 2022 NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour Race

Sat, Apr 2 / 2022 NASCAR xfinity Series ToyotaCare 250, 1:30 pm

Sun, Apr 3 / 67th annual spring NASCAR Cup Series race: Toyota Owners 400, 3;30 pm



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, Apr 1 / No Prep 1/8 Mile Friday Night Street Racing, 6:00 pm

Fri, Apr 1 / Open Oval Track Practice, 12 pm

Sat, Apr 2 / Track Attack, 1:30 pm

Sat, Apr 2 / Saturday Night Nascar Racing, 7:00 pm, gates open 5:00 pm

Fri, Apr 8 / Open Oval Track Practice, 5:00 pm

Fri, Apr 8 / No Prep 1/8 Mile Friday Night Street Racing, 6:00 pm

Sat-Sun, Apr 9-10 / HPDE - Time Trials Event #3, Washington DC Region SCCA

Sat, Apr 9 / Saturday Night Nascar Racing, 7:00 pm, gates open 5:00 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): 

Fri, Apr 1 / eBayMotors Test & Tune

Sat, Apr 2 / VP Racing Fuels ET Bracket Series

Sun, Apr 3 / VP Racing Fuels ET Bracket Series

Fri-Sun Apr 8-10 / No Button Nationals

Fri-Sat, Apr 15-16 / Modern Street HEMI Shootout

Sat, Apr 16 / Easter Bash Mud Bog



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

Fri-Sun, Apr 8-10 / VIR Spring Sprints

Fri-Sun, May 13-15 / HyperFest

Fri-Sun, May 20-22 / MotoAmerica

Fri-Sun, Jun 17-19 / sRO GT World Challenge

Fri-Sun, Aug 26-28 / IMSA WeatherTech Sportscar Championship

Fri, Sep 23 - Sun, Oct 2 / SCCA Run-Offs

Thu-Sun, Oct 6-9 / SVRA SpeedTour




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Tuesday, March 22, 2022

Local Car Happenings in Tidewater Virginia

 


"I saw t on the Web, so it must be True!"


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, Mar 22 - 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, Mar 23 - 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, Mar 23 - 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!


Thu, Mar 24 - 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, Mar 25 - 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, Mar 26 - 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, Mar 26 - (4th Sat) Cars & Coffee Norfolk, 9 - 11:00 am, Norfolk Uno Pizzeria & Grill, JANAF Shopping Center, Military Hwy & VA Beach Blvd., Norfolk. Kick off the new year with TWO meets! Rat Rods? Mustangs? Minis? Camaros? Bring your vehicle (Cars, motorcycle, or bicycle) out to Uno's in Norfolk on the 4th and 5th Saturdays of every 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, Park in the back lot (please only take one space). Coffee will be supplied! We'd love to get a food truck to attend, so if you operate one, or know of someone who would be interested, send us a message! Please, no burnouts or loud music. 


Sat, Mar 26 - (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, Mar 26 - Suffolk Hardee's Cruise in, 2 - 6:00 pm, Hardee's Drive-In, Pruden Blvd., Suffolk. Every Saturday Weekly gathering of car enthusiasts at Hardee's in Suffolk. Get those hot rods out and come see some cool cars and have a great time hanging out with friends. If it's cold, we hangout inside.


Sat, Mar 26 - Fort Monroe Saturday Afternoon Cruise In, 2 - 5:00 pm, 81 Patch Rd, Fort Monroe, Hampton. Afternoon Meet! 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, Mar 27 - 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, Mar 27 - Detail Garage Virginia Beach Rides & Coffee, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm, 4239 Holland Rd., Suite #772, Virginia Beach. DGVB welcomes you back to this year's first Rides & Coffee event! Doors open at 8AM. Be sure to mark your calendars! Raffles, Free Donuts, Cool Cars, & more! A portion of this months event proceeds will go to the family, or charity of family's choice, in memory of Jacin Lisner, whom passed tragically March 4, 2022. He was a staple in our autocross and motorsports community and will be greatly missed. 


Sun, Mar 27 - 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, Mar 27 - Sunday Cruise-In at Suffolk Executive Airport, 12 - 4:00 pm, Suffolk BBQ, 1200 Gene Bolton Dr., 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. All vehicles are welcome - cars, trucks, motorcycles, even tractors. The restaurant is open with limited seating inside and the patio is open for outside dining. Come on out and bring your ride, hang out with friends, and eat some good food. Hope you can make it out here. 


Sun, Mar 27 - Tidewater MOPAR Club Blue Ribbon Brews and BBQ Cruise-in, 1 - 4:00 pm, 8305 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk. Come one come all, Well Mopars only, too:  Blue Ribbon Brews and BBQ Cruise-in this Sunday the 27th of February from 1-4 pm. Rain or shine, preferably Shine. Order food at the Bar (mention you got a Mopar on site and get a discount on your food). 


Wed, Mar 30 - Mid-week Jeep Hangout on the Peninsula, 5 - 8:00 pm, Sly Clyde Ciderworks, 207 E. Mellen St., Phoebus, Hampton. Love Jeeps and the Peeps who are slaves to them? Join us at Sly Clyde's and let's celebrate the joys of owning a Jeep! We try to do this bi-weekly to meet old or make new friends that share the same passion and troubles. 


Fri, Apr 1 - NK Cruisers Cruise-In, 5 - 9:00 pm, Rosie's Lot 7, 10515 Colonial Downs Pkwy., New Kent. NK Cruisers switch to every Friday 5 to 9pm (Apr-Oct). 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, models, years, cars, truck, motorcycles, golf carts, bboats, tractors, and trailered vehicles always welcome. Inclement weather cancels. For more information email: nkcruisers@gmail.com and NK Cruisers Facebook page for announcements and information.


Sat, Apr 2 - Bay City Classics Second Annual Swap Meet, 8 - 11:00 am, Landstown Commons Shopping Center, 3334 Princess Anne Rd., Virginia Beach. Held in conjunction with the George Smith Memorial Car Show at Landstown Commons in Virginia Beach.  Vendor spots are $25 for a 10x20 and entry for the public is free.  We had an overwhelming response to our first show last year and hope to make it even bigger by doing it at Landstown with the season's first show.  Contact Darrell to reserve your swap meet spot!


Sat, Apr 2 - (1st Sat) 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, Apr 2 - Classic Car Meet-Up, 9:30 - 11:30 am, Habitat ReStore, Colony Square Shopping Center, 1303 Jamestown Rd., Williamsburg. Whether you’re a “Fast and Furious” buff, drive a Tesla or simply enjoy the roar of an engine, the Williamsburg ReStore invites you to a Classic Car Meet-Up. Car enthusiasts can show off what they drive by parking in the lot of the ReStore. Anyone who loves cars is invited to check out the classic models, talk with the owners and support two great causes. Bring a non-perishable food item and/or gently used clothing to donate to FISH, Inc., a volunteer organization that provides food, clothing, housewares and services to people in need. By bringing a donation, you will receive a discount coupon to shop inside the ReStore at a future date. For more information, contact Jennifer Pye, Procurement Management at Habitat for Humanity Peninsula and Greater Williamsburg at 757-913-5656 or by emailing jennifer@habitatpgw.org


Sat, Apr 2 - 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, Apr 2 - Landstown Commons Cruise- In, 4 - 8:00 pm, Hosted by US Flag Runners VA Division, Landstown Commons Shopping Center, 3334 Princess Anne Rd., Virginia Beach. Saturday night cruise-in happening every Saturday night through October 29th. 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 enter. End of year proceeds are donated to the charity of the hosting car clubs choice. Free spectator parking and attendance. 


Sun, Apr 3 - Caffeine & Octane April Meet Up, 8:30 am - 11:30 pm, Town Center Cold Pressed Redmill, 1676 General Booth Blvd., Virginia Beach. We are back family with our monthly cars & coffee meet with a new face and new location. Enjoy the festivities with Cold Pressed Redmill providing the space and wonderful breakfast and coffee. Grab a cup of coffee and check out the rides! Open to all makes, models and years. 


Sun, Apr 3 - (1st Sun) 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


Thu, Apr 7 - Cars 'n' Chicken Cruise-in, 6:30 - 9:00 pm, Hosted by Seven Cities Camaro Club, Wild Wing Café, 1437 Sam's Drive, Chesapeake. It's almost that time of the year again and we are coming back twice as good. Come join us on the 1st & 3rd Thursday of the month beginning in April. Come spend your Friday Eve at Cars 'n' Chicken, and 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.


Fri, Apr 8 - Friday Cruise-In at Suffolk Executive Airport, 4 - 8:00 pm, Suffolk BBQ, 1200 Gene Bolton Dr., Suffolk. Weather permitting. Starting in April and running through September we will be doing the cruise-ins on the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month. All vehicles are welcome - cars, trucks, motorcycles, even tractors. The restaurant is open with limited seating inside and the patio is open for outside dining. Come on out and bring your ride, hang out with friends, and eat some good food. Hope you can make it out here. 


Sat, Apr 9 - (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, Apr 9 - (2nd Sat) 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, Apr 9 - Wicked cars and Dogs, 2:00 pm, Wicked Stitching, 6701 Ruritan Blvd., Suffolk. Bring out your rides and enjoy the cars and atmosphere while I cook burgers and dogs on the grill! No payment to attend, but tips are appreciated since we will be providing everything. Hope to see you there!


Sun, Apr 10 - Crews' 'n' Brews Cruise-in, 1 - 4:00 pm, MoMac Brewing Company, 3228 Academy Ave., Portsmouth. Bring your crew out for a brew every 2nd Sunday at the MoMac Brewing Company from 1-4pm. Hosted by: The Seven Cities Camaro Club & the MoMac Brewing Company. Food Trucks, Music, and Great Brews. If you're going to drink, drink responsibly. No Burnouts or any other Childish Shenanigans.


Wed, Apr 13 - Corvette Takeover at The Garage, 6 - 9:00 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, Apr 16 - (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, Apr 16 - 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, Apr 16 - Classic Cruisers Car Club Cruise in, 4:30 - 8:00 pm, Coastal Community Church, 101 Village Ave., Yorktown. Cruisers, hope everyone is ready to come out of hibernation and start cruising again! Our first cruise in will be Saturday April 16,2022 and run through Saturday October 15,2022! It's only a $2.00 donation to show your vehicle. There is no admission fee for spectators. All cruise-in donations are donated to local charities. So dust off your hot rod and give your a motor tune up and we will see you real soon! 


Sat, May 7 -  Franklin Cruise In Kick-off, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm,  downtown Franklin. Plenty of Cars and Family Friendly fun, with a free Paul Bunyan Lumberjack show, food, heritage vendors, kayaks, games, raffles, cornhole tournament, kids area, photo ops, demonstrations, official Lumberjack cookies, chain saw carver, axe throwing,  Smokey Bear,  melodrama, live band  & much more!!!




UPCOMING CAR SHOWS, ETC.

(scroll down for Club and Regional Motorsports Events)


Sat, Mar 26 - POSTPONED: 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.


Mar 26 - 2022 Daffodil Car & Truck Show, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, Hosted by Middle Peninsula Classic Cruisers, 6819 Waltons Ln., Gloucester. All Years, Makes & Models Welcome. The first 50 registrants will recive dash plaques. All proceeds benefit CHKD. Door Prizes and Awards for Top 25, including Best in Show. Free Admission for Spectators email - middlepeninsulaclassiccruisers@gmail.com, mpccofgloucester.com


Sat, Apr 2 - 4th Annual George E Smith Memorial Car Show, Landstown Commons Shopping Center, 3334 Princess Anne Rd., Virginia Beach. hosted by 757 Auto Events, ClearShine -Virginia, and the Car Club Council of Hampton Roads. Join us as we celebrate the memory of a local car enthusiast who passed away December 28, 2018. George was a vital part of the Landstown Cruise-Ins, and we are proud to remember him with an annual event. George also served on the board of the Beachcomber Corvette Club served as the president of the Car Club Council of Hampton Roads. This will be an all years, makes, and models event with awards. Proceeds will also benefit the Car Club Council of Hampton Roads as we work on improved events for all of our attendees. Portion of proceeds will benefit a charity that George believed in, the Southeastern Food Bank. We will be accepting all non perishable food items for the food bank. 


Sat, Apr 9 - Hot Rod Spectator Judged Motor Show, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm, 1116 Hillwell Rd., Chesapeake. Please join us April 9, 2022 with YOUR Hot Rod from 9am to 2pm for a fun filled Hot Rod Show in support for Trails of Purpose located right here in Chesapeake, VA. This amazing organization provides mental health support at no cost to military members and their families. Please take a moment and learn about Trails of Purpose and the founder Kayla Arestivo. https://trailsofpurpose.com/ $20 Registration Fee (100 percent fees donated to Trails of Purpose). Free and fun for all visitors. Hot Rod Show T-shirts for purchase (proceeds donated to Trails of Purpose). Restrooms onsite


Sat, Apr16 - Spring Fling and Annual MCT Mustang Birthday car show, Cavalier Ford Green brier, 1515 S. Military Hwy., Chesapeake. $20 Registration fee and 2 cans of food. All makes, all models. Top 25 receive trophies, plus Best in Show, Dealer's Choice, and club Participation. 


Sat, Apr 23 - 17th Annual Spring Dust Off - Cruisn' thru the Decades, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm, Landstown Commons Shopping Center, 3334 Princess Anne Rd., Virginia Beach. ALL MAKES AND MODELS WELCOME! ALL YEARS INVITED! The Virginia Chevy Lovers in conjunction with 757 Auto Events presents the “17th Annual Spring Dust Off - Cruisn' thru the Decades” car show to benefit The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. The Hepcat Honeys will be hosting a Pin-Up contest. Classics and Late Models will compete separately! 16 Best of Awards and 60 Outstanding Build Awards. 


Sat, Apr 30 -  Car, Truck, & Bike Show plus Vendor Expo, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, Victory Life Church, 1741 W. Queen St., Hampton. Join us for a great fun-filled day for the entire family! Come out and see some amazing vehicles, and check out the tables that will be set up for vendors. Concessions will be available.


Sun, May 1 - Car Show At Langley Speedway, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, Presented by Kiwanis Capitol District Division 13, Larry King Law's Langley Speedway, 3165 N Armistead Ave., Hampton. Charity Car Show To benefit children. All proceeds to go to local children's charities. Sponsored by Kiwanis Division 13. Featuring cars of every type Judged and Non Judged. Also Music, food, and vendors. Come on out for a day of family fun.


Sat, May 7 - Iron Chariots 6th Annual Car Show, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, Ivor Baptist Church, 8506 Bell Ave., Ivor. My Fellow Iron Charioteers - Mark Your Calendars for MAY 7th, 2022 and Plan on coming out to be part of our "6th" Annual Iron Chariots Car Show! We were VERY Excited as we witnessed what God did with us in 2021 and we are EVEN MORE Excited to see what He has planned for 2022. Iron Chariots Car Show is a festive Down Town event honoring your favorite Iron Chariot whether they are 2/3/4 wheel, custom/stock, John Deere Green/Farmall Red, or simply the Iron Chariot of your youth/dreams. Iron Chariots is a ministry of Ivor Baptist Church designed to provide a means for fellowship among community Iron Chariot Enthusiasts, and to introduce and support IBC’s various missions. In 2021 Trophies were awarded for the TOP 25 Iron Chariots!!! Additionally Trophies were awarded for “Best in Show”, “Best Paint”, “Best Interior” & “Best in Blue” recognizing our local Police and Sheriffs Offices!!!  2022’s Trophies will not only include these but also introduce a NEW Trophy – “Pastor’s Favorite!”  http://ivorbaptistchurch.org/ministries/iron-chariots-car-show/


Sat, May 21 - Beach Music Cruise-In Car Show, 12 - 10:30 pm, 30th St., Virginia Beach Oceanfront. Beach Music Weekend features bands on the beach with dancing under the stars for a jam-packed blast from the past! Beach Music Weekend Cruise-in also features a Classic Boardwalk Car Show on the Virginia Beach Boardwalk on Saturday. The top Beach Music bands from up and down the East Coast descend on the Virginia Beach oceanfront in a nostalgic salute to the “good old days” of hot tunes and cool cars. https://beacheventsvb.com/


Sat, Jun 18 -  CHKD/Walmart - College Dr. Charity Car, Truck, Slingshot Show, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, 6259 College Dr., Suffolk. Join Mystical Illusions, VA Slinglife Ryderz, AND 757 Auto Events as we team with Walmart Suffolk - College Dr. for a charity car, truck, Slingshot, and bike show! Proceeds to benefit The Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters through Walmart Suffolk - College Dr. collection efforts. Come out for cars, trucks, Slingshots, fun, and friends. Concessions will be available onsite and will benefit the charity collection. Proceeds will be combined with Wal-Mart's collection for the Suffolk store's CHKD/757 Walmart Challenge. Help boost this store's collection efforts! We will have a 50-50 raffle in effect. Silent Auction will be happening! Free Coloring Contest for all ages with awards. Pre-Paid entry fee $16 cars, Slingshots, and trucks/Bikes/Motorcycles/toys $11. On spot fee $20 cars and Trucks $15 Bikes/Motorcycles/Toys. PARKING LIMITED TO ~150 SHOW VEHICLES. VENDOR space available (no power available) for $35 in Advance. $20 minimum to show and donations encouraged. $16 pre-registration through Big Cartel soon. 


Sat, Sep 10 - Customs and Classics with the Knights of Columbus, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm, Landstown Commons, . Join 757 Auto Events as we team up with the Knights of Columbus, and the Car Club Council of Hampton Roads to bring an awesome all makes and models event to your community! Proceeds Benefit Charity! Family fun! Details developing! Stay tuned! $25 entry with 2 canned goods, $21 Preregistration.




CLUB RACING/AUTOCROSS(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 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): 

Sat, Apr 2 – Test & Tune, Pungo

Sun, Apr 3 – Solo Championship Series Event #1, Pungo

Sat, Apr 23 – Autocross School, Pungo

Sun, Apr 24 – Solo Championship Series Event #2, Pungo

Sun, Jun 5 – Solo Championship Series Event #3, Pungo

Sun, Jul 10 – Solo Championship Series Event #4, Pungo

Sun Aug 7 – Solo Championship Series Event #5, Pungo

Sun, Aug 28 – Solo Championship Series Event #6, Pungo

Sun, Oct 2 – Solo Championship Series Event #7, Pungo

Sun, Nov 13 – 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): 

Sat, Apr 16 / Test and Tune / Pungo

Sun, Apr 17 / Autocross Points Event #2 / Pungo

Sun, May 1 / Autocross Points Event #3 / VMP

Sun, Jun 19 / Autocross Points Event #4 / TBD

Sun, Jul 17 / Autocross Points Event #5 / Pungo

Sun, Aug 21 / Autocross Points Event #6 / Pungo

Sun, Sep 18 / Autocross Points Event #7 / Pungo

Sun, Oct 16 / Autocross Points Event #8 / Pungo

Sun, Nov 20 / Autocross Points Event #9 / Pungo

Fri-Sat, Dec 9-10 / HPDE / VIR



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): 

Sun, Apr 3 / Open Practice

Sun, Apr 24 /  Race #1

Sun, May 15 / Race #2

Sun, May 22 / Race #3

Sun, Jun 5 / rain make-up

Sun, Jun 12 / Race #4

Sun, Jun 19 / Race #5

Fri, Jun 24 / Race #6

Fri, Jul 8 / Race #7

Sun, Jul 17 / ROVAL

Fri, Jul 29 / Race #8

Sun, Aug 7 / rain make-up

Fri, Aug 19 / Race #9

Sun, Sep 11 / Race #10

Sun, Sep 18 / Race #11

Sat, Sep 24 / ROVAL

Sun, Oct 2 / Race #12

Sun, Oct 9 / Race #12

Sat, Nov 5 / ROVAL

Sun, Nov 6  / Turkey Race



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): 2022 Tentative 

Sun, Mar 27 / Long Time No Slide, 9:00 am

Sun, Apr 17 

Sat-Sun, May 28-29 / Bayside Bash 

Sun, Jun 26 

Sun, Jul 31 

Sun, Aug 21 

Sun, Sep 25 

Sat-Sun, Oct 22-23 / Battle on the Bay 



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-Sat, Apr 15-16 / Summit Point Raceway

Fri-Sun, May 13-15 / HyperFest VIR Full Course

Sat-Sun, Jun 25-26 / Summit Point Raceway

Fri-Sun, Jul 22-24 / Pitt Race Crossover w/ Great Lakes Region

Fri-Sun, Aug 19-21 / VIR Full Course

Fri-Sun, Oct 21-23 / VIR Full Course OktoberFAST

Sat-Sun, Nov 12-13 / Summit Point Raceway (HPDE/TT only)




REGIONAL AUTO RACING/MOTORSPORTS


Larry King Law's Langley Speedway 

11 Dale Lemonds Dr., 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): 

Sat, Mar 26 / Open Practice

Sat, Apr 2 / Monsters XtremeShowdown

Sat, Apr 9 / Opening Night



Bill Sawyer's Virginia Motor Speedway

4426 Tidewater Trail, Jamaica, VA

A 1/2-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): 

Sat, Apr 30 / 13th annual Mud Mayhem

Sat, May 21 / Virginia is for Racing Lovers King of the Commonwealth Super Late Model Special Event



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): 

Fri, Apr 1 / 2022 NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour Race

Sat, Apr 2 / 2022 NASCAR xfinity Series ToyotaCare 250, 1:30 pm

Sun, Apr 3 / 67th annual spring NASCAR Cup Series race: Toyota Owners 400, 3;30 pm



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, Mar 25 / Open Oval Track Practice, 5:00 pm

Fri, Mar 25 / No Prep 1/8 Mile Friday Night Street Racing, 6:00 pm

Fri, Apr 1 / No Prep 1/8 Mile Friday Night Street Racing, 6:00 pm

Fri, Apr 1 / Open Oval Track Practice, 12 pm

Sat, Apr 2 / Track Attack, 1:30 pm

Sat, Apr 2 / Saturday Night Nascar Racing, 7:00 pm, gates open 5:00 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): 

Sat, Mar 26 / ebayMotors Test & Tune

Sun, Mar 27 / ebayMotors Test & Tune

Fri, Apr 1 / eBayMotors Test & Tune

Sat, Apr 2 / VP Racing Fuels ET Bracket Series

Sun, Apr 3 / VP Racing Fuels ET 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): TBA 2022

Fri-Sun, Apr 8-10 / VIR Spring Sprints

Fri-Sun, May 13-15 / HyperFest

Fri-Sun, May 20-22 / MotoAmerica

Fri-Sun, Jun 17-19 / sRO GT World Challenge

Fri-Sun, Aug 26-28 / IMSA WeatherTech Sportscar Championship

Fri, Sep 23 - Sun, Oct 2 / SCCA Run-Offs

Thu-Sun, Oct 6-9 / SVRA SpeedTour




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