Thread: What do you look for in a Car Show?

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Originally Posted by Itoldyouso

For me what makes a good show is the location. I hate parking lot shows where you have no shade and nothing to do but sit on a lawn chair after you walk around and see the other cars. One of the best shows we ever did was held at a park along the river, nice view, cool breeze, and grilles to cook stuff on.

It is also nice to have things to do for wives who may not be nuts about the car thing. A couple of craft vendors thrown in can go a long way. I would keep the rate at either a straight $ 10 or $ 20 without the food coupon thing, that might get confusing and the person may not want or be able to eat the food available.

As for the car wash, maybe a good idea, but I would want the hose and area to use myself. I don't know how many rodders would let their car be washed by anyone else, particularly HS kids (no offense, just being honest), I know I wouldn't.

I also hate 8 hour shows. Some of the best ones I have gone to are from like 9 to 1. Something like Turkey Run is the exception due to its size and lots of stuff to do and see.

Just some of my thoughts and pet peeves.

Don

Good thought about the field, which I agree with you on, but all we have to work with is a parking lot. That's why I'm having shade canopies set up.

In terms of the entry fee, what would your feelings be on having a choice? Make it so on preregistration, you can choose the $10 entry only OR the $20 fee which would include a $15 food coupon, but only available with preregistration? Otherwise $10 at the door. When running a fund raiser, it's always nice to know that you have pre-sold a certain number of items .... plus a number of "no-shows" or those who buy but don't use the coupons, helps increase the profit margin. Based on my experience, the food sale is what makes or breaks an event as a fund raiser.

Also agree on the time. Figured "be on the field" by 10am, awards at 3pm ~ want to "capture" a lunch crowd for the students...

Will try and get some craft vendors... great idea! How about a "green market" as well? We have an organic farm near the school ~ ?

more ideas around?