Early Packard Club Meet - 1954

National Events

A history of National Meets and Henry Joy Tours is located here.

July 12 – 16, 2026
59th Annual National Meet
Warwick, Rhode Island
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Join the Packard Club in 2026 as we bring the National Meet to beautiful and historic Warwick, Rhode Island.

Nestled along the scenic shores of Narragansett Bay, Warwick offers visitors a mix of coastal charm and New England history. With over 39 miles of coastline, it boasts beaches, marinas, and walking trails. Highlights include Goddard Memorial State Park, Oakland Beach, and the Colonial landmarks of historic Pawtuxet Village.

Our host hotel is the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Warwick where we have negotiated a special rate of $145 per night. The Hotel is even providing a huge parking lot right next to the hotel that will be dedicated to our Packards and for on-site trailer parking.

You are going to love Rhode Island!

International Events

A history of International Events and Euro Packards Rallies is located here.

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Regional Events

Events are hosted by Regions of The Packard Club.

September 7, 2025
Annual Packard Swap Meet and Car Show
Northern California Packards
Vallejo, California
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Need that special part for your Packard? Want to talk with experts on repairing your Packard? Have Classic Car parts you want to sell? Well then you must make plans to come to the Annual Packard Swap Meet and Car Show, hosted by the Northern California Packards Region of The Packard Club.

This is your opportunity to buy, sell, or trade car parts, historical ephemera, memorabilia, and complete cars with your fellow enthusiasts. Not only are Packard parts welcomed, but all cars and parts belonging to CCCA automobiles are welcome at our meet.

The day starts early with doughnuts & coffee and tire kicking but ends by 1:00pm, so don't be late. In addition to the swap meet we feature our own Classic Car show as well as access to the large antique automobile museum of Mr. Buck Kamphausen.

Location
USA World Classics Event Center
1525 Sonoma Boulevard, Vallejo, California

When
Sunday, September 7, 2025
Vendor spaces are open from 8:00AM to 1:00PM
Note: no advance set up or overnight parking

Fees
NO GATE FEE FOR BUYERS
10' x 20' paved parking spaces are $25.00 ($20.00 for club members)
Cars for sale are $10.00 per car
Same day registration will be on a space available basis only
Complimentary table space is available for car club projects and for individual members who want to offer a small number of items.

Car Show
DRIVE YOUR CLASSIC CARS TO THE EVENT – a special display area is set aside for those who bring Packards and Classic Cars. We want to feature both you and your car at the annual swap meet.

More Information
Contact Christopher Slater
gladstone.cottage@gmail.com
408-599-9103
September 20, 2025
9th Annual Orphan Car Show
Packards Virginia
Old Town Alexandria, Virginia
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Packard's Virginia and the Alexandria History Museum at the Lyceum are co-hosting their 9th Annual Orphan Car show. This non-judged event is pleasantly situated in the Museum parking lot. While the event is open to all visitors there is a hard limit to the number of spaces available for cars in the show. Please contact Scott Leaf, event organizer, to confirm your desire to show your Packard at this wonderful event.

Alexandria History Museum at the Lyceum
201 S. Washington Street
Event will be open from 10:00am to 1:00pm

Email the event organizer, Scott Leaf for additional information and an entry form.

Sponsored Events

Events sponsored by Friends of The Packard Club

September 14, 2025
Cars "R" Stars
Packard Proving Grounds Historic Site
Shelby Township, Michigan
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The 14th annual Cars ’R’ Stars classic car show and swap meet is being held at the historic Packard Proving Grounds Historic Site in Shelby Township, Michigan.

A family friendly event that welcomes all makes, models & years of collectible transportation on the general show field&mdashPackards, Classic Cars, Brass Era, Nickel Era, Luxury Cars, Muscle Cars, Custom Cars, Hot Rods, Trucks, Military Vehicles, and Bicycles. This year even has a special class of Jaguar sports cars as presented by the JAGM Jaguar Club.

The Proving Grounds buildings will be open, including the Gate Lodge, Tank Test Building, Repair Garage, and Gift Shop are open to all attendees. Food trucks, ice cream, 50/50 raffles and music by DJ.

Proceeds from the event help preserve and restore the Historic Packard Proving Grounds.

Location
Packard Proving Grounds Historic Site
49965 Van Dyke Ave
Shelby Township, Michigan

Fees
Cars are $25 (judged) and $20 for non-judged classes.
Spectator admission is $10 and children under 12 are free.
October 7 – 10, 2025
AACA Eastern Fall Meet
Hershey Region AACA
Hershey, Pennsylvania
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The world's largest swap meet and car show is held in Hershey, Pennsylvania during the first full week in October each year. The Hershey Region of the AACA first hosted the swap meet and car show in 1955 and continues the tradition each year.

Come join the Packard Club in our large comfortable tent; sit down with friends, enjoy a snack and view the many Packard Club projects and publications that will be on sale. The space number for the tent is GAD 28 on the Green field, in the upper parking lot of the Giant Center (close to Hockersville Road).

Look up in the sky for a bright yellow "Packard" balloon and join us to connect with your fellow Packard enthusiasts from around the world!

Note: the swap meet begins on Tuesday and the car show is on Friday.
October 11, 2025
Hershey Afterglow Meet
Paul's Garage
York Springs, Pennsylvania
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Welcome all motor heads to a FREE meet on Saturday October 11, 2025. All makes of cars and trucks are welcome, including Packards and Packard Trucks. This casual event is held in a historic 1928 garage filled with museum quality artifacts.

45 minutes from Hershey - no registration needed - all paved parking - food trucks - plenty of signage on Route US 15 South.

Paul's Garage
186 Olde U.S. Route 15
York Springs, PA
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM