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Posts Tagged ‘Silver Dollar Car Classic’
Tuesday, July 31st, 2012
Whether it is the rumble of the V-8 engine, the fuzzy dice or the polished chrome, classic cars always seems to shine a little brighter in Carson City.
Maybe it is because car shows have become a part of the capital city’s old school culture, with cruises and show n’ shine events on week nights and weekends throughout summer.
While Hot August Nights makes its way through Reno and Lake Tahoe, the crescendo event for Carson City is the annual Silver Dollar Car Classic.
Now in its 18th season, this weekend’s events have all the makings for a car lovers’ paradise. More than 400 souped-up and tricked-out hot rods, convertibles and trucks will line Mills Park beginning Saturday morning.
Here’s the event schedule:
Thursday, August 2
- 6 p.m. Cruise Night, Show ‘n Shine, Music & Spirits hosted by The Plaza Hotel & Conference Center, 805 S. Carson St.
Friday, August 3
- 4 to 7 p.m. Welcome Reception and Registration — Car Participants only – Carson Nugget Ballroom
- 5 to 11 p.m. Carson Nugget Street Dance & Show ‘n Shine with Route 66 – Public Welcome – West Parking Lot
Saturday, August 4
- 8 to 10:30 a.m. Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast
- 8 to 11 a.m. Registration at Mills Park
- 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Show ‘n Shine, Music, Food, Vendors
- 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Judging
- 5:30 p.m. V&T RR Canyon Train Ride (Seating on train limited)
- 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Silver Dollar Sock Hop (Carson Nugget Ballroom)
Sunday, August 5
- 8 to 10:30 a.m. Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast
- 8 a.m. to noon SDCC Poker Run
- 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Show n’ Shine, Music, Food, Vendors
- 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Great Fixins’ barbecue
- 1 to 3 p.m. awards ceremony
Tags: Hot August Nights, Silver Dollar Car Classic
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Friday, June 22nd, 2012
When we’re teenagers, our tastes are dominated by the “latest greatest”; as time passes and perspective settles in, we can start to appreciate antiques and collectibles such as a red 1966 Mustang convertible or a 1969 baby blue Chevy Malibu.
Come see all kinds of makes and models of vintage classics during Silver Dollar Car Classic “Cruise Night” every Thursday evening in Carson City, where the classic car culture is alive, well and celebrated. Cruise Nights brings polished chrome, tricked-out and souped-up cars and trucks to the streets. The open road lies ahead – where you can either take your classic car for a cruise or bring a lawn chair and enjoy the view. Each Cruise Night is from 6-8 p.m., is free and held at family-friendly venues with live music.
 Classic cars are featured regularly through summer. Photo by Janet Jones. Meanwhile, the Karson Kruzers’s 28th annual “Run What Cha Brung Car Show” is set for this weekend, June 22-24 at Fuji Park. The show is open to all vehicles and features a show-n-shine with street dances, poker run, car parade, goodie bag, breakfast and dinner. Follow them on Facebook or at http://www.karsonkruzers.com/.
Tags: Classic Cars, Cruise Night, Fuji Park, Karson Kruzer's, Run What Cha Brung Car Show, Silver Dollar Car Classic
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Wednesday, August 3rd, 2011
At 16 I would have killed for a sweet classic car like my friend’s ’69 teal Malibu – it may have been a boat, but it was cool. Nope, instead I drove a practical Toyota. Driving down the road I would notice old cars and imagine decking them out to road trip with friends. Who hasn’t dreamt of driving down the coast in a classic cherry Mustang, top down, the wind in your hair and the open road ahead. Carson City’s Silver Dollar Cruise Night brings polished chrome, tricked-out and souped-up cars & trucks, live music, dancing and great weather. The open road lies ahead – where you can either take your classic car for a cruise or bring a lawn chair and enjoy from Carson Street.
Here’s your last chance at the Silver Dollar Cruise night, August 4, before an all-out celebration of the American automobile at the annual Silver Dollar Car Classic, August 5-7. Mills Park in Carson City turns into a hot rod mecca of 400 of the finest ever made, with restored cars and trucks on display. The event brings classic car lovers by the thousands to the capital city annually where enthusiasts and owners swap stories about how they maintained their vintage cars and what kind of work went into them. From engines to parts to old time rock ‘n roll and great food by dozens of vendors, the show provides anyone who loves cars a place to see some of the best in the West.
Silver Dollar Cruise Night, August 4
- 6 – 8p.m. Plaza Hotel & Conference Center, 801 S. Carson Street.
- Open to any make and model.
- No fee to participants.
- Free to public.
- Food available in the conference center.
- Information: 775-687-7410
Silver Dollar Car Classic Car Show, August 5 – 7
- For registration or information: 775. 687-7410 or 800-638-2321.
- Open to all makes, models and years.
- Family event with rock & roll music in the park all weekend.
- Friday night Street Dance across from the Nugget sponsor by the Nugget.
- Poker Run, BBQ and Awards on Sunday.
Until next time! – Tiara
Tags: Car Show, City's Silver Dollar Cruise Night, Classic Cars, Silver Dollar Car Classic
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Thursday, July 23rd, 2009
Shine your shoes and rev up those engines for one of Carson City’s hottest events, the 15th annual Silver Dollar Car Classic returns, July 31-Aug. 2. Classic cars, cool rides, rockin’ live music, hand jive dancing, BBQ fixins’, slot tournaments and a poker run will hit the streets of Carson City. Organizers hope to fill Mills Park with 400 cars this year.
The automobile celebration starts with a party on Thursday, July 30 at 6 p.m. at the Plaza Hotel and Conference Center. The public can get a sneak peek and entrants can size up the competition during the Show ‘n Shine. The party includes 1950s-priced food, drinks and rock ‘n’ roll music. Those feeling lucky can test their odds with the Slot Tournament at the Nugget Casino beginning at 11 a.m., the top 10 scores will be awarded cash and free play. Cool off in the afternoon with the Model Dairy Ice Cream Social from 2- 5 p.m. at the Plaza Hotel. Friday night heats up as The Ragtops perform 50’s and 60’s old time favorites during Silver Dollar Street Dance and Show ‘n Shine in the Carson Nugget’s west parking lot from 7-11 p.m.
On Saturday, the official Show ‘n Shine contest runs from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. with the Kiwanis pancake breakfast from 8-10:30 a.m., food vendors, craft shows and music throughout the day at Mills Park. Learn about the area’s historic mansions and colorful people of the past during the Kit Carson Guided Walking Tour at 6:30 p.m.The “Wild West Million Dollar Poker Run” kicks off Sunday’s activities. The best poker hand winner gets the chance to win $1 million by hitting a hole-in-one at Empire Ranch Golf Course. The Poker Run is from 8 a.m.-noon and is open to the general public. Entry fee per vehicle is $5.
Following the Million Dollar Poker Run, the Dayton Kiwanis will host the Great Fixins’ BBQ from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in Mills Park. The Show ‘n Shine awards ceremony, including categories like “Most Likely to get Busted”, “Fat Cat” and “Flamin’ Freeway” begins at 1 p.m.
A full package entry fee is $65; rates go to $75 after July 18. The package includes the kick-off party at the Nugget Casino, street dance, Show ‘n Shine competitions, an official t-shirt and dash plaque, two pancake breakfast tickets for Saturday, two barbecue dinners, admission for one to the Poker Run and a welcome packet from Silver Dollar sponsors. For more information or to register, visit www.SilverDollarCar.com or call 775-687-7410. To learn more about Carson City’s accommodations and other activities, visit www.VisitCarsonCity.com .
Tags: Silver Dollar Car Classic
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