Highlands Motoring Festival | Classic Car Show

The Highlands Motoring Festival

A Festival With An Altitude!

The name says it all…what better place to be in the middle of June than in the cool, crisp Blue Ridge Mountains at an altitude of 4118 feet? The Highlands Motoring Festival has been recognized as THE motoring festival event in June in the Southeast. Enjoy the mountain town with a casual and sophisticated atmosphere and cool climate. Improve your Attitude by improving your Altitude (4118 ft).

June 6-9, 2019 in Highlands, NC

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The 12th Annual Highlands Motoring Festival

A friendly event that appeals to everyone.

The focus, of course, is the field of over 125 classic cars. Owners of their collector pieces have gone to considerable effort and expense to put these cars on the show field for all to enjoy. An eclectic field of entries will ensure that there is something for everyone.

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A Local Non-Profit Festival

Over the years, the net proceeds have gone to many different charities. This year, REACH of Macon County, Literacy Council of Highlands, and the Community. Care Clinic have been selected as the charity partners. Spectator entry to the show field is free, but a contribution to our charities is appreciated.

June 6-9, 2019

Mark your calendar. The festival will start in:

Event Schedule

Four days of events while you enjoy Highlands.

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Day 1 - Thursday
June 6, 2019
6:00pm - 10:00pm
Monte Carlo Night

Mark your calendar to join friends, new and old, at Highlands Falls Country Club, on Thursday, June 6th, for the Monte Carlo Casino Night. The Casino night will include heavy hor d’oeuvres and drinks. Activities will include blackjack, roulette, and craps games. Participants will have a chance to win play money, and participate in auction items at the end of the evening.
Where
Highlands Falls Country Club

Day 2 - Friday
June 7, 2019
07:30am - 4:00pm
“One Lap of the Mountains” Driving Tour

One Lap of the Mountains VII is scheduled to roll on Friday morning June 7th. You are invited to join the fun as forty lucky drivers, with their passengers, drive beautiful mountain “less traveled” roads and experience the comradery the One Lappers from past years have enjoyed. One Lap of the Mountains will begin on Pine Street in Kelsey-Hutchinson Park, also site of the Saturday event, Cars in the Park. A continental breakfast will be available to all participants beginning at 7:30 AM.
Where
Kelsey Hutchinson Park
5:30pm - 8:00pm
Welcome Parade and Party

Highlands’ newest watering hole, The High Dive, is the place to be on Friday, evening. Join your fellow gear heads at 5:30-7:30pm for a Welcome Party at The High Dive, 476 Carolina Way (one block north of Kelsey-Hutchinson Park). Cash bar and complimentary snack will give you a start for the evening.
Where
Kelsey Hutchinson Park / High Dive

Day 3 - Saturday
June 8, 2019
10:00am - 4:00pm
“Cars in the Park” Car Show

The 11th Annual Highlands Motoring Festival Car Show will open as follows: -Preregistered cars at 8:30am -Viewing public at 10:00am -Vehicle gate closes at 10:00am
Where
Kelsey Hutchinson Park
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Music in the Park

New this year, is Music on Pine Street. This is the same location as the Classic Car Show, held earlier in the day. At 6:00 PM, the the Highlands Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center provides a band for your relaxation and enjoyment. There is no charge for this activity. This is a chance to unwind from the day’s actions, and have time with new and old friends. Food and drink, may be brought to the event. Additionally, there are options to purchase food from vendors adjoining the park. Come and enjoy the music, have food and drink, and relax.
Where
Kelsey Hutchinson Park

Day 4 - Sunday
June 9, 2019
8:00am - 12:00pm
High Octane on Main - Car Show / Gathering

Highland’s version of Cars and Coffee, known in Highlands as Butts on the Bench, will commence at 9:00. The location is Wright Square on Main Street, between 1st and 2nd Street, across from 200 Main Hotel Resort. The gathering is a time to say goodbye to new friends, and renew acquaintances with old friends. This is a very casual gathering, that usually happens every weekend in Highlands. Please plan on attending.
Where
Wright Square, West Main Street