Fabulous 50's Fling returns to Sugarcreek
SUGARCREEK – Its that time again to put your glad rags on and join the fun at the 31st Fabulous 50’s Fling to be held June 10-11 in downtown Sugarcreek and at the pavilion behind the fire station.
The event is sponsored by the Sugarcreek Business Association, the village and many other sponsors. It is held rain or shine.
The Fling features classic cars, great music, live entertainment and food provided by local non-profit organizations and food trucks.
On June10, the Cruise-In will be held. It is a free open-class event with vehicles newer than 1999. The event will begin with the first 100 cars receiving a dash plaque. DJ Spikeman will play tunes from 4 to 8 p.m. No registration is required.
The Wine Country cruise and poker run is a self-driving tour of five local wineries. It starts about 3 p.m. and begins at Silver Moon Winery, 4915 Old Rt. 39 NW, Dover, and will end at the car show grounds in Sugarcreek. The cruise-in can be completed at each individual’s leisure. Other wineries included are Breitenbach Winery, Swiss Heritage/Hans Place, Winetagous and Baltic Mill. Each participating in the Wine Country cruise can also take part in the Poker Run which is optional.
On June 11, registration will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. After 1 p.m. no cars will be registered. The first 150 cars to register will receive a T-shirt and dash plaque. A group of professional judges will judge the car show, for cars 1999 and older. The cars are judged prior to entering the grounds. The car show will be held from 1 to 5:30 p.m. Awards will be given at 4 p.m. and include $500 for Best of Show and the top 50 cars will a unique award.
Those interested can pre-register at (images/50’sEntryForm.pdf). Print and fill out the form and send it to the Business Association. Present the pre-registration form and pay as you move down North Broadway.
Also on June 11, the musical entertainment will feature The BelAirs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the pavilion. Visitors can dance to the music of the 50’s and 60’s.
The event has been recognized by “Cruisin Times” publication as one of the best car shows held in the area.
For information visit www.fab50’sfling.com or 50’s Fling Facebook page.
This article originally appeared on The Times-Reporter: Fabulous 50's Fling returns to Sugarcreek
