Sat, Aug 17, 2024

BMW CCA at the Savoy Automobile Museum

Savoy Automobile Museum

About this event

Get ready to join the BMW Car Club of America at the Savoy Automobile Museum in Cartersville, Georgia, on Saturday, August 17th, 2024 for the museum’s annual Connections Car Show.

First held in 2022, the Connections Car Show at the Savoy Automobile Museum includes 300+ open class cars on display for the show, and like any great car show, the cars parked in the spectator parking area are equally outstanding. Last year, 2000+ spectators enjoyed the event at the Savoy. 

All BMW CCA members are invited to the Connections Car Show! 

The Choo Choo, Heart of Dixie, Old Hickory, Peachtree, Sandlapper, and Smoky Mountain Chapters are each planning to attend, and together we welcome all BMW CCA members to come along for this fantastic event.

Checkout the event details and purchase event tickets on the Savoy Automobile Museum website: 

https://savoymuseum.org/events/the-connection-car-show-2024/

The Connection car show, an open class event, serves as a platform to unite a diverse community of car enthusiasts and intrigued spectators. The Connection Car Show is more than a display of wheels and chrome; it’s an event that celebrates the artistry, history, and innovation that define the world of automobiles.


 

Event requirements

Who’s going from BMW Car Club of America? 

All BMW CCA members are invited to the Connections Car Show! The Choo Choo, Heart of Dixie, Old Hickory, Peachtree, Sandlapper, and Smoky Mountain Chapters are each planning to attend and welcome all BMW CCA members to come along for this fantastic event.

How far is the Savoy?

Located at 3 Savoy Lane, Cartersville, Georgia, the Museum is within driving distance for many Chapter members from the following metro areas:

  • Atlanta - 40 miles 
  • Chattanooga - 80 miles 
  • Huntsville - 137 miles 
  • Birmingham - 146 miles 
  • Knoxville - 175 miles 
  • Greenville - 175 miles
  • Nashville - 210 miles

Can I enter my BMW as a display car for the show?

Yes, the Savoy Automobile Museum is accepting applications for display cars. Cars selected for the show will be staged in front of the museum entrance, with people's choice awards given for the top twenty cars, and one highly coveted Savoy Choice Award will be chosen by the event organizers.

Event registration details and general admission tickets are on the Savoy website: 

https://savoymuseum.org/events/the-connection-car-show-2024/

Where will spectators park?

There is ample parking space on the grounds of the museum for spectator parking. The Museum sits on a beautiful 37 acre campus all dedicated to the world of automobiles. Last year, over 2,000 spectators enjoyed the annual Connections Car Show at the Savoy. 

Event registration details and admission tickets are on the Savoy website.

Can I tour the museum?

Yes, the museum will be open for tours during the Connections Car Show event. On display will be cars in five exhibit areas:

  • Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum
  • Moonshine Runners
  • Prominent Packards
  • Rad Cars of Savoy
  • Savoy Collection

Will there be activities for children?

Yes, there will be a VROOMVILLE kid zone with lots of fun activities. 

How about food at the event?

There will be food trucks onsite, and also the museum cafe will be open. Checkout the Savoy website for details, and guidelines for bringing food and drink onsite. 

This sounds like a great event! How do I register?

Event registration and event tickets are available on the Savoy website. 

https://savoymuseum.org/events/the-connection-car-show-2024/

Important - The Savoy will close registration for display car entries on JULY 31st 2024.

* If you need assistance in registering a vehicle or purchasing a ticket, call 470.416.1500 or email guestservices@savoymuseum.org.

And, please also signup for event communications from the BMW CCA through the motorsportreg event page:

**Please sign-up on the BMW CCA event page on motorsportreg and let us know you’re planning to attend the Car Show. We’ll send emails about where to meetup, details for group drives, group dinners, and where to meet to arrive together & park together.**

If you’re going to the BMW CCA meetup at the Connections Car Show in Cartersville, GA at the Savoy Automobile Museum on Saturday, August 17th:

1) Register and get event admission tickets on the Savoy website

2) Signup for BMW CCA communications on motorsportreg. 

I’d like to arrive Friday evening or maybe even stay Saturday night. Where should I stay?

The Courtyard Marriott (5460 SR-20 East) and the Holiday Inn Express (5628 GA 20) are both located near the Savoy Automobile Museum. Make a reservation early because the hotels do fill-up quickly.

Who should I contact if I have questions?

If you need assistance in registering a vehicle or purchasing a ticket, call 470.416.1500 or email guestservices@savoymuseum.org.

For BMW CCA at the Savoy Connections Car Show questions, contact Simone Harrison, Text/Voice - 770-670-9777, Email - simone.harrison@gmail.com

Savoy Automobile Museum

Cartersville, GA

Organizer

Car Show/Concours organized by

BMW CCA - Peachtree Chapter - Social Events

Event over!