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SUMMARY:Lime Rock Motorsports Park Historic Festival 39 Opens On Labor Day Weekend Aug. 29 to Sept 1. 2025
DESCRIPTION:Over Labor Day weekend\, Lime Rock Park in Lakeville\, Connecticut\, will once again transform into a mecca for car collectors and racing enthusiasts. \nFrom August 29 through September 1\, 2025\, the track hosts Historic Festival 43\, an event that blends wheel-to-wheel vintage racing with one of the most scenic and diverse concours-style displays in the country. \n“Historic Festival 43 is more than just a celebration of racing and rare cars—it’s a family tradition. Kids can marvel at the parade\, explore rows of colorful classics during Sunday in the Park\, and feel the thrill of racing just steps from the track. \n \nFor families\, it’s a weekend where generations come together to share the love of cars and the excitement of motorsport.” \nThe weekend begins on Thursday with the Vintage Race Car and Sports Car Parade\, a 17-mile drive that winds through Lakeville\, Salisbury\, and Falls Village.  \nMore than just a procession\, the parade immerses the local towns in the spirit of the festival\, ending with a lively street fair where race cars and classic sports cars line the streets. \nLime Rock Festival As Crowds Gather For The Concours Car Show \n\nWeekend Events\nThe Historic Festival 43 & Sunday in the Park Labor Day Weekend Events Include: Vintage Racing & Concours \n\nVintage Race Car & Sports Car Parade – Thursday evening parade through local towns\, ending with a street festival.\nHistoric Racing – Friday\, Saturday\, and Monday feature nonstop on-track action with vintage race groups.\nSunday in the Park Concours & Gathering of the Marques – Sunday transforms Lime Rock Park into a showcase of nearly 1\,000 classic\, exotic\, and collector cars.\nSwap Meet & Special Exhibits – All weekend long\, featuring automobilia\, memorabilia\, and guest authors.\nPiston Technician Award – Presented on Labor Day Monday to honor excellence in automotive craftsmanship.\n\nOn Friday\, Saturday\, and Monday\, the focus shifts to the track. Lime Rock’s fast\, natural-terrain circuit will showcase everything from pre-war open-wheel machines to 1950s and ’60s GTs\, IMSA legends\, and even turn-of-the-century production-based racers. \n \nFeatured groups include the Toyo Tires Historic World Challenge and the celebrated All-Triumph Kastner Cup\, ensuring a wide variety of racing action. With its intimate layout and lush New England backdrop\, Lime Rock offers spectators a rare chance to see historic cars pushed to their limits just a few feet away. \nSunday\, however\, takes on a completely different atmosphere. Known as Sunday in the Park\, the day transforms Lime Rock’s 1.5-mile circuit into an open-air automotive museum. \nNearly 1\,000 classic and exotic cars will be displayed in the Gathering of the Marques\, arranged by make and model in long\, continuous lines that stretch around the track. \nAt the same time\, the Lime Rock Concours invites an exclusive group of collector cars and motorcycles to compete for awards\, creating a showcase that rivals some of the world’s best concours d’elegance. \nThis Award-Winning 1960 XNR Plymouth Concept Car Was Developed By Plymouth and Chrysler \nAdding to the experience are special features that run throughout the weekend. Attendees can explore the bustling swap meet\, meet celebrated authors and racing personalities\, and enjoy vintage-themed entertainment such as the Hartford Men in Harmony barbershop quartet. \nThe popular Hemmings Experience returns with premium hospitality packages\, including private tents\, catered lunches\, and exclusive viewing areas. \nThe weekend also highlights the people behind the cars\, with the Piston Technician Award recognizing outstanding automotive technicians. \nThe award presentation on Labor Day underscores the event’s appreciation not just for cars\, but for the craftsmanship that keeps them alive on track and on display. \nWhether you come for the thrill of historic racing\, the elegance of concours automobiles\, or the camaraderie of fellow enthusiasts\, Historic Festival 43 & Sunday in the Park delivers a uniquely American celebration of speed\, style\, and heritage. \n\nEvent Details\n\nEvent: Historic Festival 43 & Sunday in the Park\nDates: August 29 – September 1\, 2025\nVenue: Lime Rock Park\nAddress: 60 White Hollow Rd\, Lakeville\, CT 06039\nTickets: General admission\, car corrals\, and VIP hospitality options available through Lime Rock Park\n\n\nTicket Pricing Overview\n\nWeekend Pass (Friday–Monday):\n\n$190.00 — includes general admission for all four days. (Buy Tickets)\n\n\nSingle-Day Tickets:\n\nFriday (August 29): $35.00 (Buy Tickets)\nSunday (August 31) — “Sunday in the Park”: $40.00 (Buy Tickets)\n\n\nGeneral Ticket Range:\nOther sources list a broad price range of $32–$171\, which likely reflects different ticket types (e.g.\, single-day\, VIP\, concours entry\, hospitality packages)\n\n\nKey Admission Notes\n\nVeterans and active military receive free general admission with proof of service.\nChildren aged 12 and under also enjoy free admission when accompanied by a paying adult.\nGeneral outfield parking\, golf cart shuttles\, and paddock access are complimentary.\nAdvance ticket purchases are encouraged since they’re priced lower than gate prices and are available until one week before the event.\n\n\nWhere To Park\n\nParking at Lime Rock Park is easy and included FREE with admission.\nGeneral outfield parking is free\, and complimentary golf cart shuttles run throughout the weekend to help guests move around the grounds.\nPremium infield or reserved parking may be available for certain ticket holders\, while car corral packages provide preferred spots for enthusiasts wishing to park their collector cars inside the track.
URL:https://carcollectorsclub.com/event/lime-rock-park-historic-festival-september-2021/
LOCATION:Lime Rock Park\, 60 White Hollow Rd.\, Lakeville\, CT\, 06039\, United States
CATEGORIES:Car Show
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lime Rock Park Historic Festival":MAILTO:marlane@limerock.com
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