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Watch our latest interview on WCTV!

October 19, 2017 by Augusta West

Click here to watch our Promotions Committee Chair, Lisa Johnston, interviewed live on WCTV about the upcoming Autos & Oysters Car Show!

The 3rd Annual “Autos & Oysters” Car Show on Saturday, October 28 in downtown Apalachicola will display an impressive selection of vehicles, from vintage to late model, and everything in between. Cars will line up on Water Street at Riverfront Park and on Avenue E. Area residents are encouraged to participate.

The show will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., immediately followed by the awards ceremony. Plaques will be awarded for the Top 50, Sponsor’s Choice, Greatest Club Participation, Greatest Distance Traveled and Best of Show. The head judge will be J.C. O’Steen of Tallahassee. O’Steen has judged several major national and international events and owns an impressive collection of vintage cars and motorcycles. Logistical support and volunteer judges will be provided by the local Forgotten Coast Cruisers car club.

At Riverfront Park, 13 Mile Seafood will serve fresh oysters and Oyster Radio will provide music. Hotdogs, hamburgers, and locally brewed Oyster City beer will also be available. Raffles will take place throughout the day. Door prizes have been donated by several downtown businesses including Grady Market, Apalach Outfitters, Bowery Station, Bowery Art Gallery, Oysterbones, Betsy’s Sunflower, Hole in the Wall, the Station, the Tin Shed, and Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center. In addition, there will be a 50/50 raffle and a raffle for a bicycle donated by Kevin Hand of Apalachicola Community Bicycle.

If you’d like to enter your vehicle in the show, registration is open from 9:00 a.m. to noon on the day of the event, and the cost is $20. You can also pre-register by mail by downloading the form from our website, www.autosandoysters.com. Admission to the show is free to the public.

The car show is a downtown economic vitality initiative by Apalachicola Main Street to stimulate the economy in the off season. It was recognized as a Florida Main Street Outstanding Special Event by the Florida Secretary of State earlier this year. The event is supported by the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association, Visit Florida, Tallahassee Magazine, the Franklin County Tourist Development Council, Duke Energy, and WCTV.

To learn more, please visit www.autosandoysters.com or call Car Show Committee Chair Tom Fugate at (502) 682-1964.

Filed Under: Announcements, In the News Tagged With: car show

October is a Beautiful Time to Visit Apalachicola!

October 6, 2017 by Augusta West

This is truly a wonderful time to visit historic Apalachicola, the heart of Florida’s “Forgotten Coast.” Temperatures are pleasant and the summer crowds have faded. But there are still so many things to do!

One example is our award-winning “Autos & Oysters” Car Show coming up on Saturday, October 28. This family-friendly event has something for everyone. You’ll see vintage imports, American muscle cars, and everything in between. Enjoy music, hot dogs, and fresh Apalachicola oysters. General admission is free. Cars line up on Water Street at beautiful Riverfront Park in downtown Apalachicola.

Package deals are available. Spend the weekend and save when you shop and dine! See the show, then enjoy one of our fabulous restaurants, visit our galleries, or go shopping, all in our beautiful historic port city.

If you’d like to show your car, the registration fee is just $20. The Judging Team will be led by J. C. O’Steen of Tallahassee. For the past 40 years, J. C. has been involved in award-winning restorations of a wide range of cars.  He also has judged extensively at major national and international shows such as the Classic Car Club of America; National Corvette Restorers Society (highest Judging level attainable); and Hilton Head Island Concours d’Elegance and Motoring Festival. Mr. O’Steen has taught at judging schools on numerous occasions and owns a private collection of vintage cars and motorcycles.

Awards will be given for the Top 50, Best of Show, Club Participation, Greatest Distance Travelled, and Sponsor’s Choice. Awards will be presented at 4:00 p.m. Throughout the day, participants will enjoy a 50/50 raffle, door prizes, and music. The first 100 cars will receive goody bags.

The effort is a downtown economic vitality initiative by Apalachicola Main Street to stimulate the economy in the off-season. To learn more, visit the website or give us a call at 844-272-2523.

Filed Under: Special Interest Tagged With: Apalachicola, car show, classic cars, downtown Apalachicola, events, Florida, forgotten coast, things to do

Third Annual Autos & Oysters Car Show!

September 18, 2017 by Augusta West

Mark you calendars for the Autos & Oysters Car Show on Saturday, October 28! This family-friendly event has something for everyone. You’ll see vintage imports, American muscle cars, and everything in between. Enjoy music, hot dogs, and fresh Apalachicola oysters. General admission is free. Cars line up on Water Street at Riverfront Park in downtown Apalachicola. If you’d like to show your car, the registration fee is just $20. Package deals are available. Spend the weekend and save when you shop and dine! For more information, visit our website, AutosandOysters.com.

The show is hosted by Apalachicola Main Street and the Forgotten Coast Cruisers and is supported by Tallahassee Magazine, the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association, and the Franklin County Tourist Development Council.

Filed Under: Autos & Oysters Car Show Tagged With: Apalachicola, car show, cars, event, events, family friendly, free event, oysters, Riverfront Park, things to do

Beautiful Weather in Store for this Weekend’s Events

October 25, 2016 by Augusta West

The 2nd Annual “Autos & Oysters” Car Show on Saturday hosted by Apalachicola Main Street will display a beautiful selection of vehicles this year, from vintage to late model, and everything in between. Dozens of cars are pre-registered for the event. In particular, look for the 1932 Auburn Boattail Speedster (pictured below), 1947 MG, 1960 Austin Healey, a great array of classic American muscle cars, and a strong showing of Porsches of every variety. With the forecast predicting pleasant sunny weather, a strong turnout is expected.

The show is open from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Water Street in downtown Apalachicola, immediately followed by the awards ceremony. Plaques will be awarded for the Top 50, Sponsor’s Choice, Greatest Club Participation, Greatest Distance Traveled and Best of Show. The head judge will be J.C. O’Steen of Tallahassee. O’Steen has judged several major national and international events and owns an impressive collection of vintage cars and motorcycles.

Later Saturday evening, don your favorite 50s attire or come as you are to the City Docks at Riverfront Park for a Sock Hop from 7 p.m. – until. Local refreshments will be available. Admission is free for both events.

The effort is a downtown economic vitality initiative by Apalachicola Main Street to stimulate the economy in the off season. Apalachicola Main Street is a non-profit organization dedicated to economic vitality and historic preservation in the downtown district.

This 1932 Auburn Boattail Speedster owned by J.C. O'Steen of Tallahassee will be on display at the show.
This 1932 Auburn Boattail Speedster owned by J.C. O’Steen of Tallahassee will be on display at the show.

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