Hammerhead 816 #1 Posted April 11, 2016 Hello all, We are thinking about going to The Big Show this year, what are the dates this time? Is there any good hotels close by or do we have to get them far out of town? Any advice you can give us, we would appreciate it, thanks in advance! We were thinking about a 2 day event, Friday and Saturday. Hammerhead 10 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 19,439 #2 Posted April 11, 2016 Its June 24-25th. I think a lot of guys get there Thursday for some "preshow trading/deals" but Friday and Saturday are the official days. Its usually over by 3:00ish on Friday (right after the raffle tractor ticket gets pulled!). Mike......... 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wallfish 15,905 #3 Posted April 11, 2016 (edited) 19 minutes ago, Sparky said: Its usually over by 3:00ish on Friday Mike meant to write over by 3:00ish on Saturday I usually stay in Gettysburg which is about a 1/2 hr ride. Others stay out in Chambersburg. There's a mom and pop motel close by called the Blue Sky Motel. Fairgrounds open for setup on Thursday so many of us get there early. This years feature tractor is "customs" so it looks like a good year for you to bring those horses! Edited April 11, 2016 by wallfish 8 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 19,439 #4 Posted April 11, 2016 1 minute ago, wallfish said: Mike meant to write over by 3:00ish on Saturday Oops....yep....I meant Saturday. Mike......... 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rmaynard 14,863 #5 Posted April 11, 2016 If you are thinking about a hotel, do not hesitate. Call around and book one now. There are a lot of events in and around the Gettysburg area during that same time period that consume all the hotel rooms weeks or months in advance. Camping on-site is always an option. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 38,844 #6 Posted April 11, 2016 A bunch of us are staying at the Comfort Inn in C-Burg. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 51,494 #7 Posted April 11, 2016 When is the "Big Show"? Not soon enough! 7 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 35,599 #8 Posted April 11, 2016 3 hours ago, squonk said: A bunch of us are staying at the Comfort Inn in C-Burg. Not sure if this is an invitation or a warning. 8 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 38,844 #9 Posted April 11, 2016 8 hours ago, Ed Kennell said: Not sure if this is an invitation or a warning. IT'S BOTH! 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elcamino/wheelhorse 9,024 #10 Posted April 11, 2016 Squonk will be serving pie at the Comfort Inn so everyone beware. I heard that he will be baking the pies in his room each night . 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 38,844 #11 Posted April 11, 2016 Pie is for the show. I'll be spending my "off hours"" at the Italian Kitchen or Texas Roadhouse. 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elcamino/wheelhorse 9,024 #12 Posted April 11, 2016 I thought you spend your off hours sleeping on the bench waiting for the New York bus. 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wishin4a416 2,185 #13 Posted April 12, 2016 (edited) I am staying at the Days Inn in Chambersburg again this year. Close to the food strip and 20 minutes from the show. 24th and 25th show dates but many come early. Edited April 12, 2016 by Wishin4a416 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 38,844 #14 Posted April 12, 2016 We're talking away from the show time. The only sleep I do get is at the show waiting for the raffle. Although walking into a tree a few years back almost turned out the lights early! 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aldon 4,826 #15 Posted April 12, 2016 I am booked at comfort inn. Wheel Horse tractors and Pie. Cant get a whole lot better than that! 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 36,941 #16 Posted April 12, 2016 Here's hoping... we get a first hand look at the war machine(762) Keith. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 51,494 #17 Posted April 12, 2016 Seeing all the characters that will be staying at the Comfort Inn I'm beginning to have reservations about my reservations there! 7 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elcamino/wheelhorse 9,024 #18 Posted April 12, 2016 I have been thinking same thing. My first Big Show and I may be booked into the Loony Bin Motel . 8 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
857 horse 2,581 #19 Posted April 12, 2016 13 hours ago, 953 nut said: When is the "Big Show"? Not soon enough! Every night i come home,,,,gonna sneeek in a little tractor time.......But OH NO.......something seems to come up.....and all i want to do is remove my little motor,,,,,paint it......put it back on........No biggie right?? I dont think it is gonna happen......Geeeezz 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brrly1 1,146 #20 Posted April 12, 2016 Keith, if you haven't been then you need to go!!! You'll have the time of your life, I truly an honestly believe that you l totally enjoy yourself!! I'm hoping to see you there!! This will be #4 for me, It only took once!! 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
857 horse 2,581 #21 Posted April 12, 2016 (edited) 9 hours ago, Brrly1 said: Keith, if you haven't been then you need to go!!! You'll have the time of your life, I truly an honestly believe that you l totally enjoy yourself!! I'm hoping to see you there!! This will be #4 for me, It only took once!! Big John Burrrrlllyyy might be packing 4 Wheel Drive,,,,,3 or 4 cyl of Diesel... But I will be bringing 2 1/2 untamed H.P. with a Kung Foo grip !!!!!!!and its full of Hi Test !!!!! llolloloolol Edited April 12, 2016 by 857 horse Bring your MASH Pole sign !!!!!!!!!! 7 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hammerhead 816 #22 Posted April 19, 2016 On 4/11/2016 at 9:03 PM, wallfish said: Mike meant to write over by 3:00ish on Saturday I usually stay in Gettysburg which is about a 1/2 hr ride. Others stay out in Chambersburg. There's a mom and pop motel close by called the Blue Sky Motel. Fairgrounds open for setup on Thursday so many of us get there early. This years feature tractor is "customs" so it looks like a good year for you to bring those horses! Yep thanks everybody for the heads up! Since it is featuring Customs, that is why we are considering going this year! Woot woot! Thanks Wallfish for mentioning that! Hope to see ya there Brrly! Thanks AMC Rules, would like to meet ya too and go over the War Horse with ya! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amcwheel85 2,058 #23 Posted April 30, 2016 Just booked my room for Friday night at the econo lodge in Gettysburg. This is my first time at this show... Can't wait and also can't decide if I'm taking all my tractors or going empty.. Hmm... 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
857 horse 2,581 #24 Posted May 1, 2016 2 hours ago, Amcwheel85 said: Just booked my room for Friday night at the econo lodge in Gettysburg. This is my first time at this show... Can't wait and also can't decide if I'm taking all my tractors or going empty.. Hmm... AMC,,,,,,yeah gottah bring one Red Steed....there is alot to see,,,,,,lots of parts.....lots of walking...and if you meet the Social crowd.....Lotttts of talk....Red is always at the top of the list.... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amcwheel85 2,058 #25 Posted May 1, 2016 Yea I may bring just the 2 lil horses so I still have room for "new stuff" if I find anything... Lol hopefully I will either find a nice wheel horse cart before or at the show to haul my kids around in! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
