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Carlisle Truck Nationals

CARLISLE PA FAIRGROUNDS • Be a part of one of the largest and most action-packed truck events in the world! See or Show your lifted, lowered, classic, antique, modern, two- or four-wheel drive, jeep, big rig or mini truck.

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August 1 - 3, 2025

August 7 - 9, 2026

Gate-n-Go Deadline

June 17, 2025
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Event Hours

Fri- Sat: 7 AM - Dusk
Sunday: 7 AM - 1 PM

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Admission

Daily Fri- Sat: *$15
Sunday: $7 at Gate (Free with Event Ticket)
Spectator Event Pass: *$25
Kids 12 & Under FREE
*Online tickets discounted.
Daily General Parking: $10

Location

Carlisle Fairgrounds
1000 Bryn Mawr Rd
Carlisle, PA, 17013

Be a part of one of the largest and most action-packed truck events in the world! See or Show your lifted, lowered, classic, antique, modern, two- or four-wheel drive, jeep, big rig or mini truck and be part of an event that welcomes more than 2,200 vehicles to the Showfield.
 

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Annual Holiday Sale - Save 20%

Annual Holiday Sale - Save 20%

Take Advantage of the Savings

The annual Holiday Sale runs from Black Friday, November 29, 2024 through January 2, 2025 at 5 PM. Save a total of 20% off most aspects of our events!
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Get Your Vending Spaces for Truck Nationals

Get Your Vending Spaces for Truck Nationals

Vending Spaces Available

Put your parts in front of thousands of Truck enthusiasts and buyers!
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Sell or Buy Your Next Vehicle in the Truck Corral

Sell or Buy Your Next Vehicle in the Truck Corral

Trucks, Jeeps and SUVs for Any Budget

A wide variety of trucks, jeeps, SUVs in all varieties of make, model and condition are annually available for sale in the Truck Nationals Truck Corral.
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All New Automotive Scholarship Available

All New Automotive Scholarship Available

Learn How the Chip Miller Memorial Scholarship Can Benefit You

The scholarship is intended to support the next generation of students who share Chip’s love for all things automotive. This amazing opportunity is open to any high school, undergraduate, graduate, or trade school student pursuing a career in the automotive field.
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Register Your Club for the Truck Nationals

Register Your Club for the Truck Nationals

Make Your Club Presence Known

Do you have a truck club that you want to bring out to the Carlisle Truck Nationals? We’d love to have you join us!
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Judged Truck Show

Judged Truck Show

Sponsored by National Parts Depot

Join us at the Carlisle Truck Nationals, where the spotlight is on Trucks, Jeeps, and SUVs! We are thrilled to announce Nationals Parts Depot as the Judged Showfield Sponsor, with eJudged.com overseeing the judging process.
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Big Rig Show and Shine

Big Rig Show and Shine

Awarding 15 Classes and 10 Special Recognition's

There is no better place to showcase your Rigs, Wreckers, Carriers, Dumps, Antiques and Heavy Trucks of all kinds than at the cross roads of transportation; Carlisle, PA.
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Featured Truck Display

Featured Truck Display

Apply Yours to Be Considered

Annually, the Carlisle Truck Nationals host the Featured Truck Display within Building T. It is open to all makes and models to apply.
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Featured Fire Trucks

Featured Fire Trucks

Courtesy of the Old Fire Farts of York County
 

Every year at Carlisle Truck Nationals, The Old Fire Farts of York County presents a unique display of Fire Truck History within Building T.
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The Low Show Within Carlisle Truck Nationals

The Low Show Within Carlisle Truck Nationals

Lowering the Reputation

This "show within a show" welcomes lowered trucks all in one designated area inside Gate 3!
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The Carlisle Truck Nationals Automotive Flea Market Awaits You

The Carlisle Truck Nationals Automotive Flea Market Awaits You

Buy from a Great Mix of Vendors – You Never Know What You’ll Find

 

If you’re coming to the Carlisle Truck Nationals to look at the classic and collector cars on the Showfield, don’t forget, not far from those rides are an amazing mix of automotive flea market (a.k.a. swap meet) and midway vendors.  
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Vanarama XIII

Vanarama XIII

Got Van Plans?

Carlisle Truck Nationals welcome’s CustomVan.com and VANARAMA 12 to the Carlisle Truck Nationals. 
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Club & Fleet Contests at Truck Nationals

Club & Fleet Contests at Truck Nationals

Does Your Club Have What It Takes

Part of what makes Truck Nationals what it is, are the clubs that attend!
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Electric Truck Class Added

Electric Truck Class Added

New Judged Showfield Class

This year at the Carlisle Truck Nationals, we are adding a brand-new NPD judged Showfield class to the lineup – the Electric Truck Class.
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American Truck Historical Society

American Truck Historical Society

Showing at Carlisle Truck Nationals

We are excited to welcome a regional showing of American Truck Historical Society members at the Carlisle Truck Nationals.
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Carlisle Events is Calling All Car Carriers

Carlisle Events is Calling All Car Carriers

Show Your Hauler within the Big Rig Show and Shine

If you’re hauling 4-wheelers to or through Carlisle, dealerships, car auctions or anywhere, considering showing your hauler at the Carlisle Truck Nationals Big Rig Show and Shine.
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Regional and National Carriers Showing and Recruiting

Regional and National Carriers Showing and Recruiting

Explore Career and Training Opportunities at Truck Nationals

Turn your passion for trucks into a career this weekend as the Carlisle Truck Nationals hosts Regional to Nationals carriers, transportation companies and training facilities that can put you in driver’s seat of a well paying career.
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Ten Vehicles Will Be Hand-Selected by Carlisle Events

Ten Vehicles Will Be Hand-Selected by Carlisle Events

Be Chosen as a Member of the Carlisle Elite on Friday

Carlisle Events' staff will be roaming the Truck Nationals Showfield on Friday of event weekend in search of their ten favorite vehicles to become the newest members of the Carlisle Elite. 
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Big Rig Glow Show

Big Rig Glow Show

See the Unique Light Display on Saturday Night

When the sun goes down Saturday night, the Big Rig area lights up! The Big Rig Glow Show is a must see!
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Rolling Burnout Contest

Rolling Burnout Contest

Watch it at the Track

On Saturday evening of Carlisle Truck Nationals, visit the track to get your fix for tire burning excitement during the Rolling Burnout Contest!
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Low Truck Limbo

Low Truck Limbo

Truck Nats Lowers The Bar

Join us Saturday as we lower the bar and lower our standards of measurement. 
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High Truck Competition

High Truck Competition

Tallest Truck Takes the Title

Lifted truck builders share and show the lifted life and their sky view seats at the Grandstand.
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Frame Dragging Contest

Frame Dragging Contest

NEW Location at the Track

If you like’em low and laid out, this is the spot to be on Saturday night! The Frame-Dragging Contest has moved locations! The contest will take place at the Track on Saturday night.
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Fun for the Kids at Truck Nationals

Fun for the Kids at Truck Nationals

Fun Goodies for the Kids at the Show

When you bring your kids to this year's Truck Nationals, they can pick up their very own goody bag within Guest Services! 
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Awards Presentation & Winners Circle – Take in the Glory

Awards Presentation & Winners Circle – Take in the Glory

Join Us Sunday Morning for Winner Recognition

Get all the glory on Sunday by sharing your winning vehicle in the Winner’s Circle and Awards Presentation.
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Buy Carlisle Events Merchandise Online 24/7

Buy Carlisle Events Merchandise Online 24/7

Visit CarShowGear.com Online 

We are happy to introduce CarShowGear.com—your go-to spot for year-round Carlisle Events merchandise! Brought to you by our exclusive Merchandise Partner, Green Mountain Monogram. 
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Buy Discounted Admission Tickets Online

Buy Discounted Admission Tickets Online

Purchase Admission Tickets, Event Passes and Season Passes Online

Get ready for a seamless event experience by purchasing your tickets online! Buying tickets online means saving both time and money, so you can focus on enjoying the event.
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Military Discount for Spectator Tickets

Military Discount for Spectator Tickets

$5.00 Off Spectator Tickets at the Gate 

A $5 off discount will be applied for active, reserve or retired military members who purchase a single day spectator admission ticket in person at the Fairgrounds. 
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Scooter Rentals for Truck Nationals

Scooter Rentals for Truck Nationals

Service Provided by Scootaround
 

Scootaround allows you to reserve your scooter in advance online or by calling 1-888-441-7575.
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Truck Nationals Recognizes Associate Sponsors

Truck Nationals Recognizes Associate Sponsors

Some of the Best in the Industry

Carlisle Truck Nationals welcomes our sponsors and partners, where the industries best companies share their passion for automobiles with enthusiasts. 
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Download the Carlisle Events App

Download the Carlisle Events App

Your Owner’s Manual to All Things Carlisle during Event Weekend

Available for free download on the App Store and Google Play, the app is your on the go tool kit for all things Carlisle Events! Find vendors, check out the event schedule, interact on social media, buy tickets, get directions and review the event guide!
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Non-Denominational Worship Service

Non-Denominational Worship Service

Sunday Morning at 9AM

We welcome you to join us for the service led by the Salvation Army and our partners-in-faith. 
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Free Admission with Event Ticket during Rear View Mirror Sunday

Free Admission with Event Ticket during Rear View Mirror Sunday

Bring your Ticket Back on Sunday and Get In for FREE

Gates open at 7AM to start shopping for last minute deals from remaining vendors. 
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Unique Show "Extras" on Carlisle Overstock Ebay Store

Unique Show "Extras" on Carlisle Overstock Ebay Store

From Diecast to Banners and More

Are you looking for some items that you may have seen at the event? Well, we may have you covered on our eBay store, Carlisle Overstock! Here we list any "extras" that were available at the events.
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Handy Tips for a Successful Trip through the Automotive Flea Market

Handy Tips for a Successful Trip through the Automotive Flea Market

FREE Taxi Service and Parts Hauling Help Get You from A to B at Carlisle

The Carlisle PA Fairgrounds is a large footprint that can be a challenge at times, even for the most experienced attendee. Never fear, because we’ve compiled a helpful list of ways that enhance your on-site experience at Carlisle! 
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