Carlisle Events’ 2020 Calendar Promises Tons of Ford Truck Action

Ford fans can expect nearly year-round, non-stop shows in Carlisle Events’ 47th year of celebrating our hobby.

For decades, Carlisle Events has been putting on a slew of comprehensive automotive extravaganzas for fans of every brand on the planet. In fact, 2020 marks the 47th year the Pennsylvania-based organization has hosted enthusiasts from around the world. And since Carlisle’s vast array of events have only gotten better over those years, we expect 2020 to be the best one yet. That’s especially true for Ford truck fans, who have lots to look forward to over the course of this new year.

Carlisle has pulled the covers off its 2020 schedule of events, which actually kicks off January 17 with Auto Mania at the Agri-Plex building of the Allentown Fairgrounds in eastern Pennsylvania. A great way to escape the cold, Auto Mania is also the state’s largest indoor and heated automotive flea market. Then, Florida plays host to a fair-weather February event dubbed Winter AutoFest, the site of Carlisle’s first auction of the year.

The action returns to PA in April for Spring Carlisle, an event that draws over 200,000 guests annually. There are always lots of awesome Ford trucks in attendance at that event, of course. But June’s Carlisle Ford Nationals is always a must-see for Blue Oval fans. This year, that event marks its 25th anniversary, and Carlisle has promised lots of special displays and guests to celebrate the milestone. Shortly thereafter in August, the Carlisle Truck Nationals presents Ford fans with yet another amazing opportunity.

And that’s just the tip of the proverbial iceberg. Carlisle Events span 10 out of 12 months of the year, giving enthusiasts a way to enjoy their hobby nearly year-round. Each of them offering up everything from flea-market-only offerings to auctions, car and truck shows, special displays, star-studded guests, and more. So be sure and check out the entire calendar of events below, then head over here to register your vehicle or secure your tickets to catch all the action in person!

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Brett Foote

Brett Foote has been covering the automotive industry for over five years and is a longtime contributor to Internet Brands’ Auto Group sites, including Chevrolet Forum, Rennlist, and Ford Truck Enthusiasts, among other popular sites.

He has been an automotive enthusiast since the day he came into this world and rode home from the hospital in a first-gen Mustang, and he's been wrenching on them nearly as long.

In addition to his expertise writing about cars, trucks, motorcycles, and every other type of automobile, Brett had spent several years running parts for local auto dealerships.

You can follow along with his builds and various automotive shenanigans on Instagram: @bfoote.