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Fall Carlisle Collector Car Swap Meet & Corral
Sep 30 - Oct 4, 2009

Adult Admission: W-Sa. $10 /Sun. $5 /5-day Pass $30  
Child Admission: under 12- FREE

The Fall Carlisle Collector Car Swap Meet and Corral marks the end of the swap meet season each year. Approximately 90,000 attendees will see more than 82-acres filled with anything and everything automotive related. For those looking to buy a collector car, there are more than 2,000 vehicles of all makes, models and prices for sale in the car corral. The Fall Carlisle Auction, a sister event, takes place within walking distance at the Carlisle Expo Center showcasing antique, collector, and special-interest vehicles. Mark your calendars, Fall Carlisle has evolved into an event that offers a complete automotive experience, and it’s one you don't want to miss!

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Event Details

The United States Postal Service The United States Postal Service
The 50s Fins and Chrome Collection On Sale at Fall Carlisle

On Friday, October 3, The United States Postal Service will officially introduce The 50s Fins and Chrome 42-cent First Class stamp collection in a ceremony on the Carlisle Stage. This collection of 50 million Detroit classics will roll out of the nation’s 37,000 Post Office show rooms as the second issuance in the America on the Move commemorative stamps series. The 50s Fins and Chrome collection features paintings by renowned automobile illustrator Art M. Fitzpatrick of a ‘57 Chrysler 300C, ‘57 Lincoln Premier, ‘57 Pontiac Safari, ‘57 Studebaker Golden Hawk and a ‘59 Cadillac Eldorado. The stamps were modeled after cars that are still on the road today and some of the magnificent vehicles will be on display on the Carlisle Stage throughout Fall Carlisle.



First Annual Fall Carlisle Car Cruise-In First Annual Fall Carlisle Car Cruise-In
Open to ALL collector, classic, custom or performance vehicles

On Sunday October 5, during the Fall Swap Meet, Carlisle will host our first annual Cruise-In. We would like to invite all of you “Sunday Drivers” out there to enjoy a fun gathering of cars and friends at the Fairgrounds. You will find cars surrounding the stage and last minute deals in our huge Swap Meet and Car Corral. Shop and enjoy the good food while others admire your car and you compete for one of our Top 10 picks for Best: Chrysler, GM, Ford, Truck, Bike, Import or even Rat Rod. Registration is only $5 for a car/driver or $10 for a car/carload (2 or more guests). Gates open at 7:00 AM and all show vehicles should enter through Gate 3. Judging will take place between 11:00 AM and NOON, with awards being announced at the stage at 1:00 PM.



    Fall Carlisle Auction - don't miss it! Fall Carlisle Auction - don't miss it!
    October 3- 4, 2008

    The Carlisle Auction experience provides the perfect opportunity to purchase or sell your collector car. A large and diverse selection of extraordinary vehicles and our new Carlisle Expo Center are the ideal combination for a great selling environment.

    The Carlisle Expo Center is located on K street, 1 1/2 blocks outside Gate 3. Carlisle Auctions will waive the general consignment fee for the 2008 Spring, Corvette and Fall Auctions. This incentive is open to all consignors for non-prime auction hours and requires that vehicle details and photos be sent in advance of the posted deadlines. See the Carlisle Auctions website for details.



    Sell a Vehicle or Buy One in the Car Corral Sell a Vehicle or Buy One in the Car Corral
    The car corral is where individuals offer their vehicles for sale.

    The car corral is where individuals offer vehicles only (no parts, etc) for sale. Find classic to late-model vehicles in all varieties of make, model and condition. You can shop, compare and make the deal directly with the owner. Notary services including temporary tags are available right in the car corral. All vehicles in the corral must be for sale, in running condition and cannot be displayed on trailers. Unloading of vehicles on grounds is prohibited after Wednesday. Spaces are approximately 10’frontage x 20’ depth and rent for $95 per outside space for the entire event. For more information, you may contact us at 717-243-7855 or download vendor information located under “Forms & Flyers.”



    Become a Vendor in our Huge Swap Meet Become a Vendor in our Huge Swap Meet
    Offered on a first-come, first-served basis

    The swap meet offers anything and everything an automotive enthusiast could want. Interested vendors must be selling automotive merchandise or at least an 80/20% mix. In addition, no T-shirts, clothing, wax, tools, diecast, models or food will be accepted. Spaces are approximately 10’frontage x 30’depth and rent for $95 per outside space for the entire event. For more information, you may contact us at 717-243-7855 or download vendor information located under “Forms & Flyers.”



    Carlisle Events is teaming up with Toys for Tots Carlisle Events is teaming up with Toys for Tots
    Donators will receive a $5 coupon to be used in the Carlisle Store

    Carlisle Events is teaming up with Toys for Tots during the first annual Fall Cruise-In to collect new unwrapped toys to go to families in need during the holiday season. Two Toys for Tots drop locations will be set-up during the cruise-in on Sunday, October 15th from 9am-1pm, outside of the Carlisle Store and at the Carlisle Stage. Cruisers are encouraged to bring in new toys to donate, which will get the Central PA Toys for Tots off the line quick in anticipation of the 2008 holiday season. Donators will receive a $5 coupon to be used in the Carlisle Store on select items.



    Free Transportation to Carlisle Shopping Centers
    Wed - Sat from 9am to 5pm

    The free bus service departs every hour on the hour from Gate 2 Wednesday through Saturday from 9am to 5pm.



      Non-Denominational Worship Service
      Sunday Morning at 9am

      A non-denominational worship service is held at 9am Sunday morning in the Grandstand. Many vendors are open until 3pm with bargains available.






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