JulyJuly 17 - Auburn, Indiana - Fourth Annual TruckFest is open to all makes and models of trucks, and there will be contests, food, and fun. For more information, contact: Stephanie Helgesen, (260) 925-3600, steph@acdfestival.org, www.acdfestival.org.
July 24 - Jackson, New Jersey - Luau Truck Cruise Night is the first-ever luau-themed cruise night for trucks only, held at the Club House Bar & Grill from 7-11 p.m. The cruise is free for all and open to all makes and models of trucks, but participants should register ahead of time. For more information, contact: Greg, www.rinaldievents.com, (732) 657-8852.
July 30-August 1 - Richmond, Virginia - East Coast Nationals Car and Truck Show held at the Richmond International is open to mini-trucks, fullsize trucks, 4x4s, and more. For more information, contact: www.eastcoastnationals.com.
July 31-August 1 - Essex Junction, Vermont - 10th Anniversary Bond Auto Parts 4-Wheel Jamboree at the Champlain Valley Expo is for all 4x4 truck owners and NMRO racers. This is also a special invite to all Monster Truck racing fans. There is a $50 pre-registration price until July 23, or $65 at the event. For more information, contact: Doc Riley, driley@familyevents.com.
AugustAugust 6-8 - Carlisle, Pennsylvania - The 2003 Carlisle All-Truck Nationals, presented by Pep Boys, will include custom, stock, mini-, sport, and street trucks, SUVs, and big rigs. Vendors with all kinds of truck parts and accessories, trucks for sale, special events, and fun describe this year's show. Entertainment, manufacturers, activities, and much more will highlight the event. For more information, contact: www.carsatcarlisle.com.
August 15-17 - Indianapolis, Indiana - Import and Truck Bash at the Indianapolis Raceway Park will feature a cash prize hydraulic competition, burnout contest, the Ms. ITB Bikini competition, Bracket and Heads Up classes, drag racing, a performance marketplace with vendors from all over the country, and a highest/lowest competition. For more information, contact: www.importandtruckbash.com.
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