The Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals show is truly a national treasure for us car folks, right in our own backyard. Held annually the weekend before Thanksgiving, this show focuses on the absolute best 60’s and 70’s factory stock Muscle Cars and the rarest Corvettes. With well over 500 cars on the show floor, they fill nearly 400,000 square feet of exhibit space at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont.
“We are thrilled to get back to Rosemont” stated MCACN Managing Member, Bob Ashton. Every year they put on an entirely new and fresh show. And while the primary focus will always be on good old fashioned American Muscle, there is an incredible number of unexpected treasures and some neat additional features. “We are a family friendly show, with all kinds of activities throughout the weekend” Ashton said. In addition to the cars, they have several “Shows within the Show, featuring Muscle Bicycles, like Sting Rays and Krates, and a cool gathering of vintage Mini-Bikes. A wide variety of special Invitational displays bring out the real rarities of the Muscle Car world and this year is no exception.
The Premier Unveilings kick off the event Saturday morning, with the first showing of freshly restored Muscle Cars. Anniversary displays for the years 1968 and 1973, a big Boss Ford and Mercury Invitational, Big Body Buicks, the Evolution of the Dodge Charger and the Chevy Impala and the ever-popular Barn Finds and Hidden Gems are just a few more of this year’s features.
The show is a mixed make event, so no matter what make or model you prefer, you’ll find a wide variety of cars that will stop you in your tracks. Additional special displays will spotlight the Ford GT’s, modern muscle from Chicago’s own Nickey Performance and the Vintage Certification program for unrestored originals. “We pride ourselves in presenting cars that are rarely, if ever shown that join us from across the country and Canada. Every year the show is new!” Ashton said.
Being family friendly has always been a goal, and the MCACN team offers the younger enthusiasts a variety of activities. This includes a neat Youth Judging program, a scavenger hunt, the model car “make and take”, a coloring contest and more. And Kids 12 and under always get in free!
Special Guests this year include Nascar Power Couple Natalie Decker (of Wisconsin!) and Derek Lemke, TV and Movie star David Sullivan of Small Town Wisconsin, Flaked and so much more, Peter Brock, drag racer Bruce Larson and more. Of course, MCACN Title Sponsor Mecum Auctions will have a HUGE display, and you’ll be able to meet Dana, Frank and Chris Jacobs!
This is just a tip of the iceberg, so check out the show website at www.mcacn.com for more information. Oh…and they have live music Saturday night, along with seminars and round table talks all weekend too. Of course, the Wicked Car Mag team will be set up, ready to check out all the great cars and to meet you.
The show takes place Saturday, November 18, from 9 am – 8 pm, and Sunday, November 19, from 9 am – 5 pm at the beautiful Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont. Advance sale discount tickets are available now at www.mcacn.com and at several area outlets.
Car shows can be cancelled; car show dates can change; some shows depend on good weather. At Out & About Wisconsin we make an extreme effort each month to include a phone number, email or website for all events we list. Please use this information, in advance of traveling to events to be sure there are no cancellations or changes.
CAR SHOWS and EVENTS NOVEMBER 2023 and LATER
Nov. 18-19, 2023. Rosemont, Ill. Muscle Car & Corvette Nationals. Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, 5555 N. River Rd. The ultimate gathering place for enthusiasts, young and old, with a passion for horsepower. Indoor event showcases the top muscle cars. 9 am – 8 pm Saturday, 9 am – 5 pm Sunday. $30/day or $60/weekend online, $35/day at the gate, free 12 and under. Ph: 1-586-549-5291. Email: Bob Ashton at bashton@gmail.com or musclecarandcorvettenationals@gmail.com. Website: www.mcacn.com.
Dec. 2, 2023. Kenosha, Wis. Holiday Party – 2023 Caffeine & Chrome. Milwaukee Showroom, 9949 58th Place, Suite 400.9 am – 12 pm. Free. Ph: 1-866-383-1416. Website: www.gatewayclassiccars.com.
Dec. 7-9, 2023. Indianapolis, Ind. Performance and Racing Industry Show (PRI). Indiana Convention Center, 100 South Capitol Ave. Ph: 1-949-499-5413. Email: mail@performanceracing.com. Website: www.performanceracing.com.
Jan. 7, 2024. Peotone, Ill. 49th Annual Vintage Chevrolet Club of America – Great Lakes Region Swap Meet. Will County Fairgrounds, 710 S. West St. 7 am – 1 pm. $7 adults; kids free. Ph: Jim McDonald 1-708-485-3633. Email: oldcarsswapmeet@aol.com.
Feb. 10-19, 2024. Chicago, Ill. Chicago Auto Show. McCormick Place, 2301 S. King Dr. 9 am – 10 pm daily (early closure 6 pm on Feb. 11 and 8 pm on Feb. 19). $17 adults, $12 seniors 62+, $12 children 4-12, free 3 and under. Ph: 1-630-495-2282. Website: www.chicagoautoshow.com.
Feb 18, 2024. St. Charles, Ill. 32nd Annual Buick, Olds, Pontiac, Cadillac Swap Meet and Car Corral. Kane County Fairgrounds, 525 S. Randall Rd. 8 am – 2 pm. $7. Ph: 847-521-3130 Email: bopcswap@gmail.com Website: www.bopcswap.com
Feb. 23-25, 2024. Milwaukee, Wis. 61st Annual Milwaukee World of Wheels. Wisconsin State Fair Park, 640 S. 84th St. 3 pm – 9 pm Friday, 10 am – 9 pm Saturday, 10 am – 6 pm Sunday. $20 adults, $6 children 6-12, free 5 and under. Ph: 1-248-373-1700. Website: www.autorama.com
Feb. 24-Mar. 3, 2024. Milwaukee, Wis. Milwaukee Auto Show. Wisconsin Center, 400 West Wisconsin. 10 am – 9 pm Saturdays, 10 am – 6 pm Sundays, 3 pm – 9 pm Monday-Thursday, 12 pm – 9 pm Friday. $15 13+, $10 62+, free 12 and under. Ph: 1-414-908-5000. Email: steve@stevefreemanevent.com or scott@stevefreemanevents.com. Website:
Mar. 8-10, 2024. Rosemont, Ill. 61st Annual Chicago World of Wheels. Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, 5555 N. River Rd. 3 pm – 10 pm Friday, 10 am – 10 pm Sunday, 10 am – 6 pm Sunday. $25 adults, $10 children 6 to 12, free 5 and under. Ph: 1-708-361-2665. Email: hotrodspecials@ameritech.net Website: chicagoworldofwheels.com/
Mar. 17, 2024. Fond du Lac, Wis. Fondy Vintage Auto Club Swap Meet. Fond du Lac County Fairgrounds Expo Building, 601 Martin Ave. Ph: Steve Hamilton at 1-920-924-9000 or Tony Rochen at 1-920-922-4881. Website: fondyvintageautoclub.weebly.com.
April 26-27, 2024. Jefferson, Wis. 47th Annual Spring Jefferson Auto Swap Meet & Car Show. Featuring Mopars.Jefferson County Fairgrounds, 503 N. Jackson St. 9 am – 4 pm Friday, 6 am – 4 pm Saturday. $15 adult, free 12 and under. Ph: 1-608-244-8416. Website: www.madisonclassics.com
July 11-13, 2024. Iola, Wis. Iola Car Show. Car Show Grounds, 350 Chrome Place. $20/day, $30/3-day. Ph: 1-715-445-4000. Website: www.iolaoldcarshow.com/
July 14, 2024. Appleton, Wis. 46th Annual Appleton Old Car Show & Swap Meet. Pierce Park, 1035 W. Prospect Ave. 8 am – 4 pm. Free. Website: www.appletonoldcarshow.com.
Sep. 27-28, 2024. Jefferson, Wis. 47th Annual Fall Jefferson Auto Swap Meet & Car Show. Featuring Traditional Hot Rods & Customs.Jefferson County Fairgrounds, 503 N. Jackson St. 9 am – 4 pm Friday, 6 am – 4 pm Saturday. $15 adult, free 12 and under. Ph: 1-608-244-8416. Website: www.madisonclassics.com
Oct. 31-Nov. 3, 2024. Las Vegas, Nev. SEMA Show. Las Vegas Convention Center, 3150 Paradise Road. Ph: 1-909-396-0289. Email: semashow@sema.org Website: www.semashow.com
2024 WISCONSIN SNOWMOBILE SHOWS & WINTER EVENTS
SNOWMOBILING
Jan. 11-24, 2024. Eagle River, Wis. 23rd Vintage World Championship Snowmobile Races. World Championship Derby Complex, 1311 N. Railroad St. $32-$175. Ph: 1-715-479-4424 Email: info@derbycomplex.com Website: derbycomplex.com
Jan. 18-21, 2024. Eagle River, Wis. 61st Annual World Championship Snowmobile Derby. World Championship Derby Complex, 1311 N. Railroad St. $37-$217. Ph: 1-715-479-4424 Email: info@derbycomplex.com Website: derbycomplex.com
Jan. 20-21, 2024. Eagle River, Wis. 4th World Championship Pro Enduro. World Championship Derby Complex, 1311 N. Railroad St. $37-$217. Ph: 1-715-479-4424 Email: info@derbycomplex.com Website: derbycomplex.com
Feb. 2-3, 2024. St. Germain, Wis. Hiller’s Radar Run. West Bay of St. Germain Lake, 8085 Paton Rd. Website: radarracers.com
Feb. 3, 2024. Chippewa Falls, Wis. Annual Lake Wissota Trailblazers Snowmobile Drag Races. The Edge Pub & Grill, 9504 Cty Hwy S. Email: lakewissotatrailblazers@gmail.com.
Feb. 15, 2024. Eagle River, Wis. 2024 Legend Laps. World Championship Derby Complex, 1311 N. Railroad St. $250-$450. Ph: 1-715-479-4424 Email: info@derbycomplex.com Website: derbycomplex.com
Feb. 17-18, 2024. Manawa, Wis. Manawa Snodeo. Bear Lake Campground and Resort, N4715 Hwy 110/22. $20/day or $30/weekend. Ph: 1-920-470-1417 Email: dksarna09@gmail.com Website: www.manawasnodeo.org
Feb. 23-25, 2024. Eagle River, Wis. World Series of Snowmobile Racing. World Championship Derby Complex, 1311 N. Railroad St. Ph: 1-715-479-4424 Email: info@derbycomplex.com Website: derbycomplex.com