Here’s the revised Rod Run Schedule of Events for 2024, with brief explanations of each event.
The highlight of the event is the variety of classic cars the public can view.
Classic cars that are favorites at car shows often include iconic models like the Ford Mustang, Chevrolet Camaro, and Pontiac GTO, known for their powerful engines, sleek designs, and the nostalgia they evoke. The Chevy Bel Air, with its distinctive tailfins and chrome detailing, and the Ford Thunderbird, often recognized for its luxury and style, are perennial crowd-pleasers. Muscle cars like the Dodge Charger and Plymouth Barracuda also draw enthusiasts with their aggressive styling and high-performance capabilities. These classics represent a bygone era of American automotive innovation and are cherished not only for their aesthetic appeal but also for their cultural significance and the memories they bring back to car lovers of all ages. Search for your favorites when the gates open 8:00-5:00 pm on Saturday and Sunday.
Overview of Key Events
- Registration: Participants can register for various activities, including the main event and specific competitions. Registration helps manage logistics and ensures everyone receives the necessary materials and instructions.
- Engine Raffle Ticket Sales: Attendees can buy tickets to enter a raffle for a chance to win a high-performance engine, a highlight for car enthusiasts.
- Auto Swap Meet: A marketplace for car parts, memorabilia, and other auto-related items. It’s a great place to find rare or vintage parts.
- Poker Run: A driving event where participants draw playing cards at designated stops. The goal is to have the best poker hand at the end of the run, with prizes awarded to top hands.
- Food vendors: There will be lots of vendors selling food and drinks.
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Friday
- Field Opens for Parking (Registered Participants Only): 8:00 AM
No vehicles may be parked on the field until Saturday morning. - Registration: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- 50/50 Ticket Sales: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Event Apparel Sales: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Poker Run Registration: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Engine Raffle Ticket Sales: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Raffle Ticket Sales: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Vendors: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Auto Swap Meet Set-up: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday
- All Gates Open: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Registration: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Participant Continental Breakfast: 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
- Engine Raffle Ticket Sales: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Poker Run Registration: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- VFW Colors Presentation: 9:00 AM
- Cruise Line-Up (South Gate): 3:30 PM
- Cruise Begins (Exit South Gate): 4:00 PM
- Auto Swap Meet: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- 50/50 Ticket Sales: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Raffle Ticket Sales: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Event Apparel Sales: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Vendors: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- 50/50 Winner Presentation: 3:00 PM
Sunday
- All Gates Open: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Engine Raffle Ticket Sales: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- 50/50 Ticket Sales: 8:00 AM – 1:30 PM
- Vendors: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Poker Run Departs: 8:30 AM
- Auto Swap Meet: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Event Apparel Sales: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Raffle Ticket Sales: 8:00 AM – 1:45 PM
- Raffle Drawing Presentation: 9:00 AM – 1:45 PM
- VFW Colors Presentation: 9:00 AM
- Participants Seafood Barbecue: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM
Awards Ceremony: 2:00 PM
- Includes: Trophy Presentation, Special Awards, Engine Raffle Winner, Tool Box Winner, 50/50 Winner, Poker Run Winners.
