Each year, Carlisle Events and Cumberland Valley welcome car lovers from around the world to the fairgrounds, looking for a fun, new experience. As always, the shows continue to evolve with special displays and guests, automotive competitions, product showcases, street parades, and on-site car auctions.

Cumberland Valley also hosts the Annual All Breeds Jeep Show at the Carlisle Fairgrounds in mid-July, the Annual Central PA PCA Porsche-Only Swap Meet in early May, and several other new specialty shows renting the Fairgrounds this year.

Looking to plan a weekend getaway? Check out our suggestions for the ultimate, 5-day, perfectly tuned, and tested trip to hit all of Cumberland Valley's major automotive attractions (combined with a few other highlights). And, to help you stay close to the action, see area lodging listed by distance to the Carlisle Fairgrounds.

2025 Car Show Season Schedule

Plan your Cumberland Valley vacation and share your love of cars with other aficionados. Book your Carlisle auto show excursion today!