Spring Carlisle driven by Hemmings.com, has come and gone, taking place April 23-27 at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds.  This year’s offering marked another historic chapter for the long-standing season-opening event in Carlisle.  As has been the case since 1977, Spring Carlisle brought together thousands of automotive enthusiasts from around the world for a week filled with buying, selling, trading, and celebrating everything automotive. Spring Carlisle not only lived up to expectations but delivered countless smiles, friendships, and camaraderie that can’t be matched by any online shopping experience.

Backed by great weather throughout a majority of the event, gates opened at 7 AM daily and from the start on Wednesday, as the day progressed, the crowds continued to grow, with more and more guests filling the grounds. By Thursday, excitement reached a new level with the start of the two-day classic and collector car auction powered by Carlisle Auctions. Over 400 lots were up for bid, and with strong participation from both buyers and sellers, the auction contributed significantly to the overall energy of the event. Carlisle Auctions concluded the event with over 50% of all vehicles sold and more than $5 million in sales, including a 1963 Corvette, which sold for $257,500.

The car corral, flea market, and Manufacturers Midway were in full swing throughout the weekend, drawing in crowds eager to shop, discover, and find the perfect parts, memorabilia, or classic cars. Automotive flea market vendors continued to bring the goods, with many offering a vast selection of automotive parts and collectibles. Meanwhile, the car corral saw classic and collector cars finding new homes at a record pace.

In addition to the buying and selling, several displays and showcases highlighted the best of the automotive world. The ARMO Hot Products Showcase, located near the stage, featured the latest products from the industry’s biggest names, giving guests a firsthand look at new innovations that can enhance their rides. The AACA Car Club returned to the stage, displaying vintage and classic cars, soliciting memberships, and promoting their upcoming fall meet in Hershey.

Spring Carlisle also welcomed back representatives from local Lions Clubs. This year, they returned to solicit donations benefiting their Lions International Disaster Relief Fund. With generous support from attendees, the Lions raised just over $2,000 to assist those in need.

With Spring Carlisle 2025 now in the books, Carlisle Events is already looking forward to upcoming events in 2025, including the Carlisle Import & Performance Nationals car show (May 16-17). The next Spring Carlisle offering is scheduled for April 22-26, 2026, with the auction happening April 23-24. Details on all upcoming events, as well as the ability to purchase spectator tickets in advance, are available at CarlisleEvents.com.