BMW CT Valley Chapter Events

The monthly board meeting for the CVC will be virtual zoom meeting format.

After the success of last years gathering, the Connecticut Valley Chapter has been invited back to the Housatonic Boat Club (HBC) in Stratford, CT. Past Commodore and local chapter member Scott Marino has graciously offered to host another event and will be giving us a tour of the marina and boat club. We have been given access to parking allowing for beautiful views of our cars along the Housatonic River. The grill will be going, so be sure to bring your appetite. We will be serving hamburgers, hotdogs, and wursts, along with other goodies and beverages. Be sure to bring your favorite beverage of choice and a lawn chair to sit back and relax. Please RSVP to dmucciacciaro@ctvalley.org if you plan on attending.

Come out and join the Connecticut Valley Chapter for an all day High Performance Driver’s school for our second driving school of 2022 at Lime Rock Park. Please also note the reduced entrance fee! Your day will be spent alternating between classroom and behind the wheel sessions on the track. Classroom sessions are tailored to class skill level and are lead by seasoned, certified BMW driving instructors. In-car instructors provide the coaching needed to improve driving skills and get the most out of your car. And, just like when you were in school, you’ll receive a report card from your in-car instructor. At 5:00p, when the track goes cold, it’s time to get together for pizza and beverages under the control tower. Stories of day abound as new friends and old enjoy a snack and a drink before heading home. If you are interested in attending one of these awesome events, please visit our HPDE page for information on signup and for obtaining the appropriate forms to fill out and submit on the day of the school. Registration opens soon.

The Vintage returns again and looks to break new records. The annual gathering of vintage BMWs has become the “go-to” car meet for any vintage BMW. For more information on registration for the event, please visit http://www.atthevintage.com/. This is a non-CVC event.

The Trans Am Series by Pirelli along with the Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) and International GT will once again headline Lime Rock Park’s traditional Memorial Day Holiday Weekend. Enjoy mixing modern and vintage race cars on the same weekend! Activities start on Friday (May 28) as Trans Am series by Pirelli and SVRA are on track with practice and qualifying. On Saturday (May 28), things rev up with all-day racing excitement. With nearly 300 cars on display, the Sunday Royals Car Show (May 29) is a laid-back experience that benefits various charities. Racing revs up again on Memorial Day Monday (May 30) as we honor all servicemen and women. For more information about this event including registration, please visit https://limerock.com/transamclassic. This is a non-CVC event.

Be a part of the Memorial Day Classic. The car show is open to all Classic, Vintage, Exotic, Vintage Motorcycles, and Collectible Cars of interest. Each Car Show registration includes 2 Weekend passes (Sunday- Monday), VIP Parking, and touring laps in your show car. For more information email tc@svra.com or call 863-698-8620.

This is a non-CVC event.

The Greenwich Concours is proud to be celebrating our 27th Anniversary in 2022 and excited that we are now a part of Hagerty! Recognized as one of the premier concours in the country and the largest in the Northeast, Greenwich is unique in that it is two concours back to back. New this year, Saturday will feature a Concours de Sport to celebrate all things of speed and race cars. Sunday will bring together some of the best examples of international and domestic marques with a focus on design, elegance and craftsmanship for the Concours d’Elegance. Both days will feature fun and unique engagement opportunities for all ages. For more information on registration for this event, please visit https://www.greenwichconcours.com/. This is a non-CVC event.

The Cos Cob Library presents a celebration of German cars of all makes, models, and vintages in honor and remembrance of James Maitland, a former Library Board of Directors member who happened to be a German car aficionado. No registration or fees required. Light refreshments will be served. If you have a German vehicle, come on down. The primary parking lot is in front of the library. Rain date is Sunday, June 12. Please direct any questions to Deborah Armstrong @ debmarmstrong@gmail.com.

This is a non-CVC event.

The Rallye for a Cure invites car enthusiasts to participate in a fun-filled day for the entire family while raising awareness and funds to benefit JDRF’s mission to treat, prevent, and cure Type 1 Diabetes! Owners of vintage, classic, sports, and modern cars are all invited to join in the fun of this Game-Tour-Adventure (GTA) Rallye. Each Rallye team consists of a driver and a navigator in one car. During the drive, navigators will be asked to record information about the route in the style of a “scavenger hunt,” making the Rallye fun for all ages. The Rallye welcomes drivers and navigators of all experiences and family members of all ages as we navigate from our sponsor, New Country BMW in Hartford, to Thompson Speedway Motorsports Park! The registration includes entry into the Rallye, breakfast courtesy of New Country BMW, lunch, and laps on the Thompson Track. The day also includes an online auction and an Awards Ceremony. For registration and event details, please visit http://ctmgclub.com/RFAC/. This is a non-CVC event.

Racers from all over the country will arrive for the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix to race the Historics event at their 2.8mi track. Race classes are divided up by engine size with two special BMW Club classes. For more information on this event along with the event details, please visit http://www.pvgp.org/drivers/pvgp-historic-races/schedule/. This is a non-CVC event.

For the past 20+ years, The Dream Ride Experience has been the signature event of The Hometown Foundation, Inc., which represents communities and participants of Special Olympics from around the globe. From cars, to motorcycles, to pets, there is something for everyone. Visit our website www.dreamride.org all summer for updates. This is a non-CVC event.

Now in its 40th year, the Historic Festival at Lime Rock Park has been a time-honored tradition since 1982. Enjoy vintage car racing at its best and a nostalgic journey through time. Lime Rock Park is committed to holding this event and will be sharing updates here on how they plan to keep spectators, participants and staff safe. More details to follow. For more information on registration, please visit https://limerock.com/labor-day-historics. This is a non-CVC event.

For the past 20+ years, Motul Petit Le Mans has been THE sporting event in the southeast to experience. With four days’ worth of on-track battles, culminating in the 10-hour IMSA WeatherTech Championship finale showdown on Saturday, October 1th, the action is nonstop. Once you add in the heated manufacturer and team rivalries, kid’s zone, vendors, food trucks, displays, car corrals, camping, Patrón bar, grid walk, autograph sessions and so much more, this event has it all, and at family-friendly prices, too! For more information on registering for this event, please visit https://www.roadatlanta.com/petit-le-mans-road-atlanta. This is a non-CVC event.

For the past 20+ years, Motul Petit Le Mans has been THE sporting event in the southeast to experience. With four days’ worth of on-track battles, culminating in the 10-hour IMSA WeatherTech Championship finale showdown on Saturday, October 1th, the action is nonstop. Once you add in the heated manufacturer and team rivalries, kid’s zone, vendors, food trucks, displays, car corrals, camping, Patrón bar, grid walk, autograph sessions and so much more, this event has it all, and at family-friendly prices, too! For more information on registering for this event, please visit https://www.roadatlanta.com/petit-le-mans-road-atlanta. This is a non-CVC event.