Spring Carlisle 2026 will return to the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds from April 22 to 26, drawing nearly 100,000 enthusiasts for a five-day event featuring a flea market, car corral, and auction. The gathering highlights buying, selling, and trading within the collector car hobby. New for this year is a special exhibit celebrating America's 250th anniversary on April 22.
The Spring Carlisle event, organized by Carlisle Events, marks the start of the collector car season at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. Scheduled for April 22–26, 2026, it promises a celebration of automotive passion with activities centered on buying, selling, trading, and connecting.
At its core is the Spring Carlisle automotive flea market, which spans 8,100 vendor spaces and offers millions of parts, accessories, collectibles, automobilia, tools, memorabilia, and hard-to-find items. "Whether attendees are restoring a classic, upgrading a modern vehicle, or simply treasure hunting, Spring Carlisle remains a must-attend destination for automotive enthusiasts of all interests," Carlisle Events stated in a press release.
The event also includes a car corral where hundreds of vehicles from all eras, including project cars, show-ready classics, and modern performance machines, are available for sale by owners. "From project cars to show-ready classics and modern performance machines, the car corral serves as a dynamic marketplace for buyers and sellers alike," the organizers added.
A two-day collector car auction, powered by Carlisle Auctions, will take place at the nearby Carlisle Expo Center on April 23–24, starting at 10 a.m. each day. It features hundreds of consignments and includes a popular all-Truck hour on April 23 at approximately 3:30 p.m. Preview hours begin on April 22 at 8 a.m. All event admission credentials grant access to the auction. "This gallery of rides offers bidders a diverse selection of desirable collector vehicles and deals that truly accelerate," Carlisle Events noted.
Additional highlights include the Manufacturers Midway and the ARMO Hot Products Showcase, presented by the Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO). These displays showcase new and innovative products for restoration and customization, providing "a firsthand look at emerging trends and must-have upgrades."
For the first time in Spring 2026, on April 22 only, the event will feature Pennsylvania's official mobile experiential unit celebrating America's 250th birthday. This custom-built exhibit includes Pennsylvania Pursuit, Keystone Quest, and the Commonwealth Chronicles, along with a prize wheel.
Gates open daily at 7 a.m., with discounted tickets available online in advance, plus multi-day passes, student discounts, and military pricing. Children 12 and under enter free. For details, visit CarlisleEvents.com or call 717-243-7855; auction information is at CarlisleAuctions.com or 717-960-6400.
Carlisle Events, founded in 1974 by Bill Miller and Chip Miller, produces over a dozen annual collector car and truck events, attracting global enthusiasts.
