Join the 2025 Carlisle Ford Nationals – June 6-8 at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds!
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Join the 2025 Carlisle Ford Nationals – June 6-8 at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds! Every June, the Ford faithful treks to Carlisle, Pennsylvania and the Carlisle Fairgrounds for an unmatched celebration of all things Blue Oval. The Carlisle Ford Nationals, a cornerstone event since 1995, is the world’s largest all-Ford-themed car show — and for good reason. Featuring over 3,300 show cars on the National Parts Depot Showfield, nearly 60,000 guests, and activities that span every corner of Ford’s incredible history, there’s no other place quite like it.
Let’s take a look at some of the planned displays, guests, and highlights for this year’s Carlisle Ford Nationals.
Jaw-Dropping Special Displays for 2025
60th Anniversary of the Shelby GT350: Celebrate six decades of performance with an expansive display honoring the legendary GT350. From Ken Miles’ racing machines of the 1960s to modern Shelby marvels, see rare examples both in Building T and on the Showfield. This is a must for fans of racing pedigree and muscle car history.
20th Anniversary of the Ford GT: Two displays will spotlight the Ford GT’s evolution — from its early 2000s debut to its modern successors. Expect to see a curated collection of race cars, rare builds, and iconic GTs. One display anchors in Building T, while a second, under a giant tent just north of the building, features additional vehicles, special guests, and in-depth seminars about the GT’s storied legacy.
70 Years of Thunderbird: 1955 introduced the stylish, timeless Ford Thunderbird — and now, 70 years later, we’re pulling out all the stops to honor this icon. Join members from the International Thunderbird Club (ITC), Vintage Thunderbird Club International (VTCI), National American Turbo Coupe Organization (NATCO), and Super Coupe Club of America (SCCA) for regional meets, displays, and a special Thunderbird parade on Friday.
25th Anniversary of the North American MK1 Ford Focus: Celebrate 25 years of the versatile, beloved MK1 Focus. From Street Editions to Saleens, SVTs, and Roush hatches, plus memorabilia galore, this display will capture everything enthusiasts love about Ford’s compact innovator.
Mercury Motorsport Capri Reunion: In partnership with MotorsportsCapri.com, we welcome a rare gathering of Mercury Motorsport Capris — including pace car replicas from the famed Motor City 100 and Roush Protofab SCCA Capris.
Ford Nationals Select – Building Y: Hand-selected for their rarity and pedigree, this year’s Select Gallery includes showstoppers like a 2008 Bullitt Verification Prototype and a 2003 Terminator Cobra with Ford’s exclusive show package treatment.
But wait…there’s more. After all, coming to Carlisle isn’t just about seeing the cars, it’s about connecting with the people who build, race, write about, and live the Ford lifestyle.
Ben Hobson – Formula Drift Pro: Formula Drift star Ben Hobson debuts at Carlisle, tearing up the track in his 2025 Ford Mustang RTR Spec 5-D. Catch his thrilling demonstrations and meet Ben in person during autograph sessions at the RTR Vehicles display on Friday and Saturday. He’ll also kick off the Rolling Burnout Contest, sponsored by RTR Vehicles.
Curt Hill – SVT and Ford GT Program Contributor: Renowned for his work on Ford’s SVT and GT programs, Curt Hill joins longtime friend “GT Joey” Limongelli to host discussions all weekend. Their talks will dive deep into the engineering and development behind Ford’s most iconic performance machines.
Jerry Heasley – Author & Barn Find Expert: Veteran author and YouTube Barn Find personality Jerry Heasley returns to Carlisle to share stories, insights, and perhaps a few secrets of the hunt. Join Jerry for two seminars in Building R and stick around to swap stories and talk shop.
Charlie Morris – Automotive Author: Noted Ford historian Charlie Morris presents on his latest book, Mercury Drag Racing: A Golden Era of Performance Cougars, Comets, and Cyclones. His seminars (also in Building R) are a rare chance to learn about Lincoln-Mercury drag racing history. When not presenting, Charlie will hang out at the Galaxie Nationals Display Tent on the North Field for one-on-one conversations.
The Carlisle Ford Nationals isn’t just an event — it’s your chance to be part of Ford history. Register today for the National Parts Depot Showfield and showcase your car or truck. You can also become a vendor to sell your wares within the automotive flea market where you can tap into a captive audience, or attend as a spectator. Don’t miss track activities, monster truck rides, FREE seminars, family fun and more.
Gates open at 7 AM daily. Kids 12 and under are admitted FREE; students 13+ are just $5 (with valid ID). A military discount is available at the gate with valid ID.
Explore all event details, register, or buy tickets at CarlisleEvents.com or call 717-243-7855.
https://carlisleevents.com/events/ev...ford+nationals
Let’s take a look at some of the planned displays, guests, and highlights for this year’s Carlisle Ford Nationals.
Jaw-Dropping Special Displays for 2025
60th Anniversary of the Shelby GT350: Celebrate six decades of performance with an expansive display honoring the legendary GT350. From Ken Miles’ racing machines of the 1960s to modern Shelby marvels, see rare examples both in Building T and on the Showfield. This is a must for fans of racing pedigree and muscle car history.
20th Anniversary of the Ford GT: Two displays will spotlight the Ford GT’s evolution — from its early 2000s debut to its modern successors. Expect to see a curated collection of race cars, rare builds, and iconic GTs. One display anchors in Building T, while a second, under a giant tent just north of the building, features additional vehicles, special guests, and in-depth seminars about the GT’s storied legacy.
70 Years of Thunderbird: 1955 introduced the stylish, timeless Ford Thunderbird — and now, 70 years later, we’re pulling out all the stops to honor this icon. Join members from the International Thunderbird Club (ITC), Vintage Thunderbird Club International (VTCI), National American Turbo Coupe Organization (NATCO), and Super Coupe Club of America (SCCA) for regional meets, displays, and a special Thunderbird parade on Friday.
25th Anniversary of the North American MK1 Ford Focus: Celebrate 25 years of the versatile, beloved MK1 Focus. From Street Editions to Saleens, SVTs, and Roush hatches, plus memorabilia galore, this display will capture everything enthusiasts love about Ford’s compact innovator.
Mercury Motorsport Capri Reunion: In partnership with MotorsportsCapri.com, we welcome a rare gathering of Mercury Motorsport Capris — including pace car replicas from the famed Motor City 100 and Roush Protofab SCCA Capris.
Ford Nationals Select – Building Y: Hand-selected for their rarity and pedigree, this year’s Select Gallery includes showstoppers like a 2008 Bullitt Verification Prototype and a 2003 Terminator Cobra with Ford’s exclusive show package treatment.
But wait…there’s more. After all, coming to Carlisle isn’t just about seeing the cars, it’s about connecting with the people who build, race, write about, and live the Ford lifestyle.
Ben Hobson – Formula Drift Pro: Formula Drift star Ben Hobson debuts at Carlisle, tearing up the track in his 2025 Ford Mustang RTR Spec 5-D. Catch his thrilling demonstrations and meet Ben in person during autograph sessions at the RTR Vehicles display on Friday and Saturday. He’ll also kick off the Rolling Burnout Contest, sponsored by RTR Vehicles.
Curt Hill – SVT and Ford GT Program Contributor: Renowned for his work on Ford’s SVT and GT programs, Curt Hill joins longtime friend “GT Joey” Limongelli to host discussions all weekend. Their talks will dive deep into the engineering and development behind Ford’s most iconic performance machines.
Jerry Heasley – Author & Barn Find Expert: Veteran author and YouTube Barn Find personality Jerry Heasley returns to Carlisle to share stories, insights, and perhaps a few secrets of the hunt. Join Jerry for two seminars in Building R and stick around to swap stories and talk shop.
Charlie Morris – Automotive Author: Noted Ford historian Charlie Morris presents on his latest book, Mercury Drag Racing: A Golden Era of Performance Cougars, Comets, and Cyclones. His seminars (also in Building R) are a rare chance to learn about Lincoln-Mercury drag racing history. When not presenting, Charlie will hang out at the Galaxie Nationals Display Tent on the North Field for one-on-one conversations.
The Carlisle Ford Nationals isn’t just an event — it’s your chance to be part of Ford history. Register today for the National Parts Depot Showfield and showcase your car or truck. You can also become a vendor to sell your wares within the automotive flea market where you can tap into a captive audience, or attend as a spectator. Don’t miss track activities, monster truck rides, FREE seminars, family fun and more.
Gates open at 7 AM daily. Kids 12 and under are admitted FREE; students 13+ are just $5 (with valid ID). A military discount is available at the gate with valid ID.
Explore all event details, register, or buy tickets at CarlisleEvents.com or call 717-243-7855.
https://carlisleevents.com/events/ev...ford+nationals