---------------- 26th ANNUAL GUNNISON CAR SHOW-------GUNNISON COLORADO---------- ************************** A VERY LATE ALERT ***************************** Fellas, time has gotten away from me in last month or two, would usually have already posted this notice, but here it is the end of July. Here's a link to last Three threads so you can see what goes on: http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=600197 http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/s...d.php?t=447793 http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/s...d.php?t=370020 The 26th Annual Gunnison Car Show in Gunnison Colorado. This years show is August 16 -17 - 18, including a Cruise-In, Open Show and Breakfast Cruise. FRIDAY AUG 16, 5-9 PM: Cruise-In on N. Main St. First Four (4) blocks closed for participant parking, Live Band - THE HILLBILLY HELLCATS !, Street Dance, registration booth, food vendors and more. SATURDAY AUG 17, 8 AM -3 PM: Open Show in Jorgensen Park, awards ceremony at 3:00PM. SUNDAY AUG 18 : Breakfast Cruise to Crested Butte, an ol' mining town 26 miles north of Gunnison. Part of Elk Ave.(their Main St.) will be closed off for participants to park. Details and entry forms can be found at: www.gunnisoncarclub.com CRUISE-IN: This year the show has some great features, the Friday night Cruise-In will feature a band that I first encountered at Viva Las Vegas many years ago. From the Albany New York area, The HILLBILLY HELLCATS will be performing. The Hillbilly Hellcats, out of Denver, have played VLV many times, these guys are top shelf entertainers all the way. DJ: The show DJ this year is "Rusty the Ragtop Rocker" from Denver ! Rusty always puts on great show, is also the front man for the ATOMIC DRIFTERS, so maybe wc can talk into singing a couple of songs as well. In addition, there will be workshops during the day Saturday, and the Lee Iacocca award will be presented to Tammy Allen of the Allen Automotive Museum in Grand Junction Colorado. Don't hesitate to PM me with any questions. Will be adding information along the way as things are nailed down. Hotel info to follow. Johnnie.
Here is a list of local lodging options for those coming. Book now, the town WILL sell out. 1) ABC Motel Inc, 212 E Tomichi Ave, Gunnison, CO 970-641-2400 * 800-341-8000 2) Alpine Inn, 1011 Rio Grand Ave, Gunnison, CO 970-641-2804 * www.gunnisonalpineinn.com 3) Best Western-Tomichi Vlg, 41883 US Hwy 50, Gunnison, CO 970-641-1131 4) Columbine Victorian Hotel, 136 W Tomichi Ave, Gunnison, CO 970-641-6834 5) Comfort Inn, 900 N Main St, Gunnison, CO 970-642-1000 6) Days Inn, 701 W US Hwy 50, Gunnison, CO 970-641-0608 * 888-641-0608 7) Gunnison Inn, 412 E Tomichi Ave, Gunnison, CO 970-641-0700 * 866-641-0700 * www.GunnisonLodging.com 8) Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Gunnison, 910 E Tomichi Ave, Gunnison, CO 877-410-6681 9) Island Acres Motel, 38339 US Hwy 50, Gunnison, CO 970-641-1442 10) Long Holiday Motel, 1198 W US Hwy 50, Gunnison, CO 970-641-0536 11) Mountain View Lodge, 117 N Taylor St, Gunnison, CO 970-641-1799 * 800-800-3395 12) Quality Inn, 400 E Tomichi Ave, Gunnison, CO 970-641-1237 * www.choicehotels.com 13) Rodeway Inn, 37760 US Hwy 50, Gunnison, CO 970-641-0500 * www.gunnisonrodeway.com 14) Super 8, 411 E Tomichi Ave, Gunnison, CO 970-641-3068 * 800-800-8000 15) Swiss Inn, 312 E Tomichi Ave, Gunnison, CO 970-641-9962 16) Water Wheel Inn, 37478 US Hwy 50, Gunnison, CO 970-641-1650 * 800-642-1650 * www.waterwheelinnatgunnison.com 17) Western Motel, 403 E Tomichi Ave, Gunnison, CO 970-641-1722 * www.westernmotel-co.com 18) Wildwwod Motel, 1312 W Tomichi Ave, Gunnison, CO 970-641-1663 * 866-770-1663 * www.wildwoodmotel.net -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ***************************CAMPING**************** ****************** THE CAMPGROUNDS: Mesa RV Resort, 800-482-8384 * http://www.mesarvresort.us/ Tall Texan Campground, 970-641-2927 * http://www.talltexancampgroundofgunnison.com/ Wild Wood Resort & Cabin Rentals, 866-770-1663 * http://www.wildwoodmotel.net/
This is a show that Lindsay and I look forward to every year. We always have an excellent time up in Gunnison.
I've personally been to the Gunnison car show twice, and had a great time. For those that have never been to that region, its very scenic ,and there are a lot of things to do. The cars that attend come from all over. Highly recommended ! Axle
Thanks for getting the word out, Johnnie. Always a great show! Hoping to see lots of folks in Gunnison, Colorado for a fun and eventful weekend!
RSVP's are pouring for the Lonely Knights bash at our place. Looks like another barn burner ! Johnnie
Johnnie, Can't wait! Always an awesome show... Both the Friday night one on Main St., not to mention the live band is always top notch (can't wait to hear the Hillbilly Hellcats!), AND the main show at the park on Saturday. This is my 4th year in a row and a weekend I never miss. See ya' there!
Once again guys, If you have never been to Gunnison or the car show it is a must see. I have attended twice and had a blast both times. There is actually a ton of things to do - especially for the adventurous , and Johnnie Walker's after hours session is unforgettable . Those within a 500 mile radius need to make plans now! Lastly, Johnnie, tell everyone the name of that restaurant in town that serves THE best chicken friend steak on the planet ! Axle
The W CAFE ......and yes it is the best Chicken Fried Steak ever found, and I'm the biggest CFS snob on the planet. The "W" is for Western State Colorado University, which is in Gunnison.
The friday night party downtown, Johnnie's party and adult pinata bash, and the W cafe. What else could you ask for! Its a complete weekend!
Other than totaling out my Crown Vic outside of Gunnison this year in May(!@#$ Buck)..we had a great time in Gunnison..lots of nice people helped us out. The towing guy we used was great. Have a great show. Watch out for those Darn deer.
My 8th year for the GCS......Will never miss this Gunnison event. Perfect weather, cars, people, music and don't forget about the fajitas, pole dance and just good times at JW's. Be there!!
OK.... I may not have a car to bring this year, but I'll be there! Awesome show and Johnnie always has the best bands!
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