March 28th Car Show, Swap Meet and Car Corral
It sounds like Cartersville is the absolute place to be this season. Forget the winter blues—we’re talking chrome, classic lines, and the roar of vintage engines! Whether you’re a die-hard car collector, automotive aficionado or just love a good road trip, the Lake Allatoona Region and Georgia Highlands College Cartersville is rolling out the red carpet for the 2026 winter meet.
📍 Location, Location, Location!
Getting here is a total breeze. Just hop off I-75 at Exit 290 and you are practically there—only one mile to the action.
- 75 miles south of Chattanooga
- 45 miles north of Atlanta
- 2,000+ parking spaces at Georgia Highlands College (no hunting for spots here!)
🛠️ The Ultimate Gearhead Playground
This isn’t just a car show; it’s an immersive automotive experience for AACA members.
Pro Tip: Not a member of the AACA yet? Don't let that stop you! Join the family now by calling 717-534-1910 and get in on the action. Enter your member number here or join now.
AACA Antique Automobile Club of America For Registered AACA Members Attending the Winter Nationals:
- Savoy Automobile Museum: Just a half-mile hop from the college. It’s sleek, it’s world-class, and it will absolutely delight your inner car enthusiast.
- Old Car City USA: Imagine 34 acres of “automotive art.” With over 4,400 classic cars being reclaimed by nature, it’s the world’s largest (and coolest) classic car junkyard. Bring your camera—you’re going to need it!
🏨 Stress-Free Fun
We’ve handled the “boring stuff” so you can focus on the cars:
- Shuttle Magic: Cartersville Museum City is providing shuttles to zip you between the campus and the Courtyard by Marriott.
- Sleep Easy: We’ve got 24-hour security for trailer parking, so your prized possession is safe while you get some shut-eye.
NEW AND ADDITIONAL HOTELS:
The host hotel is Courtyard by Marriott, Cartersville GA directly across the street from the event fields at Georgia Highlands College. Booking link: tinyurl.com/2026WinterNationals
Address: 5460 SR-20 E, Cartersville, GA 30121,
Phone: 678 721 1660.
Also available: HILTON GARDEN INN CARTERSVILLE
The e-booking link for the AACA Winter Nationals room block at the Hilton Garden Inn Cartersville is below.
https://group.hiltongardeninn.com/shhe3w
Also, guests may use the code AACA when calling the hotel to make their reservations.
Also available: HOME 2 SUITES BY HILTON CARTERSVILLE
