Spring Carlisle at the Fairgrounds

Day 115 - 51° - Sunny, Cool - South Middleton Park

Day 114 - 42° - Rainy, Cold - Lerew Road

Beginning this weekend, Carlisle becomes a magnet for car lovers.   There are car shows every other weekend through the end of August at the Carlisle Fairgrounds.  These are huge events that attract visitors from all over the country and the world.

This weekend is Spring Carlisle and according to the website :

“As it has since 1977, Spring Carlisle (April 25-29) will jumpstart the Carlisle Events season schedule with its ever-popular swap meet, car corral and a two-day auto auction presented by Auctions America by RM. Spring Carlisle once again puts the focus on a one-of-a-kind shopping experience with unmatched camaraderie by those in attendance and the chance to interact with more than 100,000 like-minded people. “

When Billy and I moved to Carlisle, we had no idea that this popular event happened every summer.   We were interested in seeing what it was about and during our first summer as residents in Carlisle, we attended each event to get the flavor of the show and to see the cars on display.  I was amazed with the number of people and cars and vendors that were part of the weekend.  There were thousands of people at these shows.

Billy usually attends the motorcycle event in July, and now that we opened the Red Cardinal B&B, I enjoy seeing a “mini” show with the parade of cars that park in our driveway.

We have had guests from all Colorado, Texas, California  and Georgia.  Last year we had a couple from Ireland.  They all have a passion for cars, and very specific models at that. 

If you are interested in the different shows, you can check out the events at
http://www.carsatcarlisle.com/

If you come to an event, don’t forget to make a reservation at the Red Cardinal B&B.  We are booked with repeat guests for some of the most popular shows, but if we have an opening, we would love to have you as our guest. We have offstreet parking for your car and a great breakfast each morning before you take off to the Fairgrounds.