The 2013 AACA Eastern Division National Fall Meet
Hershey, Pennsylvania
Wednesday, October 9 - Saturday, October 12, 2013
The largest flea market and show of its kind in the world. There is so much going on during Fall Meet Week - so don't miss out!
The Eastern Division AACA National Fall Meet takes place each year during the 1st full week in October. The Hershey Region of the Antique Automobile Club of America (AACA) began hosting the show in 1955 and has done so each year since then.
The meet is located in beautiful Hershey, PA on the grounds and parking lots surrounding Hersheypark and The Giant Center. Hershey is considered one of the largest antique automobile shows and flea markets in the United States.
It consists of over 9,000 flea market spaces, over 1,000 car corral spaces, and approximately 1,500 show cars. Each year the show attracts visitors from all over the United States and many countries throughout the world. Some of the most unusual cars and parts can be found at Hershey. If you love antique cars, Hershey is the place to be.
Events Schedule
Tuesday, October 8 |
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| 8:30 am | Flea Market Load In (weather permitting) |
| 9:00 am - 5:00 pm | AACA Museum open for public viewing |
Wednesday, October 9 |
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| 7:00 am - Dusk | Car Corral & Flea Market Opens (Closes at dusk) |
| 11:00 to 3:00 pm | Show Car Packets available for pickup at Folder Distribution Tent (located next to Main Tent on Chocolate Field) |
| 9:00 am - 12 noon | AACA Museum open for public viewing |
| 6:00 pm | Night at the Museum presented by RM Auctions – Celebrate with other enthusiasts for a fun filled night of friends and fellowship at the AACA Museum was we jump start a great Meet Week in Hershey! Reception and Silent Auction fundraising event to support the AACA Library and Museum. More Information » |
Thursday, October 10 |
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| 7:00 am - Dusk | Car Corral & Flea Market Opens (Closes at dusk) |
| 9:00 am - 9:00 pm | AACA Museum open for public viewing |
| 11:00 to 3:00 pm | Show Car Packets available for pickup at Folder Distribution Tent (located next to Main Tent on Chocolate Field) |
| 7:00 pm | Old Time Movies at the Music Box Theatre, Hersheypark |
Friday, October 11 |
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| 7:00 am - Dusk | Car Corral & Flea Market Opens (Closes at dusk) |
| 9:00 am - 9:00 pm | AACA Museum open for public viewing |
| 11:00 am | Race Car Condition Run - Hersheypark Stadium (spectators welcome) |
| 11:45 am | The Huges High-Wheeler Event - Hersheypark Stadium (spectators welcome) |
| 11:00 to 3:00 pm | Show Car Packets available for pickup at Folder Distribution Tent (located next to Main Tent on Chocolate Field) |
| 7:00 pm | Talent Show - an all ages family event at the Music Box Theatre, Herhseypark |
Saturday, October 12 |
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| 7:00 - 10:00 am | Show Cars enter field for judging (Show Car registration packets picked up when entering the field.) |
| 7:00 am | Car Corral & Flea Market Opens Judges Breakfast - Giant Center |
| 7:00 am to 3:00 pm | Car Show on the Show Field |
| 9:00 am - 5:00 pm | AACA Museum open for public viewing |
| 10:00 am | Vehicle Judging Begins - Show Field |
| 11:30 am | Ladies Luncheon - The Hotel Hershey |
| 12:00 Noon to 2:00 pm | Junior AACA Activities - Youth Tent near the Show Field - open to all you up to age 15. |
| 7:00 pm | Awards Banquet - Hershey Lodge (social at 6:15 pm) |
For more information about Meet Week please check out these links:
Fall Meet Frequently Asked Questions
Fall Meet Field Maps & More
Directions & Accommodations
Vendors & Meet Registration
History of the Fall Meet
Please visit the AACA Hershey Region website for more details and a complete listing of events. Or contact the Hershey Region at 717-566-7720 or hr@hersheyaaca.org.
SHUTTLE BUSES will operate between the hours of 8:00 am and 5:00 pm on Wednesday through Friday. Saturday buses will operate between 7:00 am and 3:00 pm.
OFF SITE SHUTTLE BUSES will operate between off-site stops and the flea market fields between the hours of 8AM-5PM on Wednesday through Friday. Saturday buses will operate between 7AM -3PM.
Off-site and field shuttles will be available for the following points:
- AACA National Headquarters (closed Saturday)
- AACA Library (closed Saturday)
- AACA Museum
- Spring Hill Suites
- Comfort Inn at the Park
- Best Western Inn Hershey
- Highmeadow Campground
- Hersheypark Drive at Giant Center (south side of road)
- Hersheypark Drive at Red Field Flea Market Entrance (south side of road)
- Hersheypark Drive at Stadium Road
FIELD SHUTTLE will run Wednesday through Saturday between the flea market fields, car corral and Show Field (Saturday). Look for bus signs on site.
