The 2026 Carlisle GM Nationals kicks off a massive celebration of performance at the National Parts Depot Showfield this June 19 and 20. Gathering across the grounds, General Motors fans will honor decades of legendary styling as organizers have packed the schedule with special automotive displays and a massive flea market.
The highlight of the summer event will be an exclusive display commemorating 100 years of Pontiac history. Fans attending this milestone will get a rare look at the legendary Pontiac Banshee, also known as the XP-833. A dedicated tribute honoring classic Chevrolet C10s and heavy-duty square-body trucks sits just past that section for truck enthusiasts. Adding to the horsepower, a Pace Car Celebration puts the spotlight directly on General Motors’ racing roots.
Walking through the secondary features, attendees will locate the Solid Lifter Showroom inside Building Y, which will be packed with ultrarare muscle cars. Organizers also scheduled the Third-Gen Nationals for Camaro and Firebird owners alongside the Nova Nationals. The Corvettes for Chip display directly benefits the Chip Miller Amyloidosis Foundation, giving back to the community. Hunting for vintage hardware happens all weekend across the automotive flea market and car corral. Vendors and shoppers meet up daily to trade rare treasures, automobilia, and classic vehicles.
Stepping away from the static displays, drivers push their machines hard on the physical track. Participants burn rubber during the rolling burnout and donut contest to keep wheels in motion. The track action continues with open autocross runs, a loud rolling exhaust contest, and the Real Street Shootout.
Getting into the grounds costs $12 for a daily spectator ticket or $20 for a two-day pass. Families can bring kids 12 and under for free, while military personnel and students receive special admission discounts. Enthusiasts can download the free Carlisle Events App to map out part-haul resources and read the digital event guide.
With affordable admission, family-friendly pricing, and thousands of GM vehicles expected to fill the fairgrounds, the Carlisle GM Nationals remains one of the premier events on the summer automotive calendar. Whether you’re hunting rare parts, checking out historic machinery, or simply soaking in the atmosphere, there’s no shortage of reasons to make the trip.
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