Jan 22

IL

Let's Get Snowed 27 hosted by Downstate IL Van Council. McCritters Bar & Grill, 2801 Court Street, Pekin, IL 61554. DIVC MEETING @ 3PM in Hospitality Room. Party starts at 8pm. Live band, cash bar, full food menu til 10pm. Bar connected to Concord Inn & Suites – Telephone 309-347-5533 Rooms $55 + tax Mention “DIVC” for discount. Free Continental Breakfast at 6 am – 10 pm. $12/person. Info: John 309-678-7456 or Debra 309-360-1696

Feb 18-20

CA

Council of Councils hosted by Left Coast Vanners. Radisson Suites Hotel, 7762 Beach Boulevard, Buena Park, CA. Phone: 714-739-5600 Room rate w/tax $94.15, Incl. Breakfast Buffet, Wireless Internet. All rooms are suites. Hotel Website: www.radison.com/hotels/cabuena Van show, hot wheels race, Hollyood theme. More info: http://www.2011cofc.exofire.net/

Feb 25-26

IL

38th Annual Ground Hog Party hosted by Vanatics. Magnuson Grand Hotel & Conference Center (formerly Best Western Carlinville Inn), 19067 West Frontage Road, Raymond, IL 62560. (217) 324-2100 for Reservations. Room $66/night. Pool party, free beer games, bikini contest, music by Noons Tunes, Free breakfast both days. Fri & Sat. $20/adult, Sat only $15/adult. T-shirts $15 ea. Pre-order. 39 mi S of Springfield. Info: Darren 217.652.6968

Mar 25-27

MO

Freeze Out hosted by 3 Trails Vans. Eagle Ridge RV Park, Eagleville, MO. Free chili Friday night, limited food avail for sale. Open to all types of vehicles. Music by Noone's Tunes. Adult games, wine tasting, free beer (21+ YOA), HOAVC mtg @ noon Saturday. T-shirts for sale (limited). Gate $35, extras $10. Info: Keith 816-322-3317, website: www.3trailsvans.com

Apr 1-3

TX

Van Fair South XXXIII hosted by Lone Star Van Club. Lake Texoma. Burns Run West Campground, 825 W. Burns Run Rd. Cartwright, OK 74731. To Benefit the Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children. Pot luck dinner Saturday night. Pre-reg (3/3) $35, gate $40; trlrs $15, extras $5 Info: Charlotte Jackson phone: 214-794-3484

Apr 23

KS

3 Fingers In hosted by Vanarchy Vans & Vans R Us. Ranch Bowl, 5604 State Ave, Kansas City, KS. Show n Shine & Brin n Shine: $10 show fee. 4pm - 10pm. Bowling, food & drinks available, live DJ. Trophies for top winners in Van, Truck classes & People's Choice. Download flyer

Apr 29 -
May 1

IN

I.B.O.B. Reunion hosted by Bluegrass Vanners. Old Mill Campground, Friendship, IN. Live bands, show n shine, brite n shine, vendors, games. Pre-reg $30, gate $35, extras $10, Utility trlr $10, RV trlr $15.

Apr 29 -
May 1

CA

Spring Fling Revisited V Amador County Fairgrounds, Plymouth, CA Camping $20 per night. RSVP to whtlitg@comcast.net or 510-352-2606. Download flyer

May 6-8

IA

Vanniversary 37 hosted by Central IA Vanners. Jasper County Fairgrounds, Colfax, IA. Heated activity center, kid & adult games, show n shine, t-shirt vendor, Mike's Big Dogs, live music. Pre-Reg (4/15) $40, gate $45; extras $10. Info: Dale 641.682.7372. Download flyer

May 6-8

FL

Bikini Beach Blast "60s Beach Party" hosted by Foreplay Vanners. Beverly Beach Camptown. Music, games, tiki bar, show n shine. Pre-reg $55 (4/23), Gate $60, RV Trlrs & motor homes $35 extra. Info: Magoo 813.267.9794 Download flyer

May 6-8

OH

Spring Back "Halloween in May" hosted by Vans on the Run. Knox Co. Fairgrounds, Mt. Vernon, OH. Trick or Treet, live music, dinner Sat. night, vendors, games, show n shine. Pre-reg $30, gate $40, RV trlrs $15, extras $10. Info: 614.268.9060 Download flyer

May 20-22

MO

Spring Fever 34 "Vanners Gone Wild" hosted by Vantasia Vans. Down Under Campground, Turney, MO. Live bands, pool games, adult & kids games, show n shine, brite n shine, free beeer, vendors. Pre-reg $30, gate $40; extras $10; sleeping trailers $10. Info: Don Noone dnooner@aol.com; phone: 913.721.3707 Download flyer

May 27-30

IL

37th Midwest International Truckin "St. Vanrick's Day Parade of Pubs" hosted by Midwest Vans. Rolling Hills Campground, Penfield, IL. Show n Shine, games, vankana, brite n shine, live music. Pre-reg $40 (5/14), gate $50, extras $15, RV trlr $20, extras $15, Thursday $15. Info: Game 219.405.5994 or mvlgame@comcast.net www.midwestvansltd.com Download flyer

Jun 5

WI

24th Annual Beer Bust hosted by County Line Vans. George's Club Highview, Kenosha, WI. Raffles, horseshoes, door prizes, food, beer. $2 donation. Download flyer

Jun 10-12

Canada

Vanfest 16 "Roaring 20s" Springwater Conservation Area, Aylmer Ontario, Canada. Live music, tailgate party, show n shine, bright n shine, vendors. Thursday $15, Pre-reg (6/1) $35, gate $45; sleeping trlr pre-reg $10, gate $15; extras pre-reg $10, gate $15. Info: www.vanfest.vandomain.com, Stacey 905.643.0162, email: vanfest@hotmail.com Download flyer

Jun 10-12

MO

Summer Blast 1 hosted by Mid America Street Van Assoc. Jonesburg Gardens Campground, Jonesburg, MO Show n shine, Brite n shine, public show n shine, games, wine tasting, vendors, live music. Pre-reg (5/20) $30, Gate $40, camping trlr $10, extras $10, Thurs. nite camping $20. Info: www.masva.net, Steve Ashley 314.704.6554 Download flyer Public Show Flyer

Jun 10-12

CA

HoeDown #29 hosted by Misty Mountain Vans. San Benito County Fairgrounds, Hollister, CA. Guitar Heros & Drum Solos. Games, Music, Chili Cooking Contest, Adult talent show. Pre-Reg $35 (6/1), gate $20/night; Rvs & Trlrs $45, gate $25/night. Info: Kathy 408.249.4451 Download flyer

Jun 10-12

MN

36 Years of Peace Love and Vanning Van-In hosted by Twin City Vans. Winona County Fairgrounds, St. Charles, MN. Pot luck supper Saturday night, show n shine, brite n shine, toy van show, music, games. Pre-Reg $30 (6/3), gate $35, extras $10. Info: Trigger email: triggertoy@aol.com, phone: 612.521.9549. Download flyer

Jun 17-19

WI

Van-A-Mega_Mania hosted by County Line Vans. Jefferson County Fairgrounds, Jefferson, WI. Show n Shine, brite n shine, kids & adult games, live music, free beer (Sat nite). Pre-reg (6/15) $30, gate $40; camping trlr $20, extras $10, Thursday nite $15. Info: Lil Ed 262.925.9507 or Bucko 262.656.9846 Download flyer

Jun 24-26

CO

Woodie Boogie XIX "The Austerity Truck-In" hosted by Colorado Van Association. Western Ridge Resort, 106 Eiger Rd, Livermore, CO 80536. No band, t-shirts or organized activites - just enjoy! $20/night tent sites, $25/night with electric. Heated pool, horseback riding, fishing, restaurants on grounds. Cabins available. Info: email: earlyvaner@aol.com Download flyer

Jun 26

MI

7th Annual Baker's of Milford Gathering of Early's. 10368 Mason Road, Fowlerville, MI 48836. Bring a dish to pass. Limited camping in the yard. Download flyer

Jul 8-10

NY

1st Vantasy "Roaring Twenties" hosted by WNY Vans. Western NY Gas & Steam Show Assoc., Alexander, NY 14005. Murder Mystery & Dinner (limited # of players, pre-reg required, $15/plate) (Diana dimasters@roadrunner.com, 716.445.1472). Games, live music, vendors. Pre-Reg $35 (6/15), gate $45, extras $10, RV trlrs <16' $20, >16' $30, Thursday $10. Info: Joe 716.207.8693 Download flyer

Jul 13-17

OH

39th National Truck-In hosted by Vans on the Run. Guernsey County Fairgrounds, Old Washington, OH. Love music, brite n shine, show n shine, games, vendors. Pre-reg (6/1) $50, gate $65; extras $20; camp trlrs $20, early entry $10/day/van & $10/day/trlr. Arrival after 6pm Friday $40 van, $20 trlr. Info: D.J. 614.268.9060, Coop 614.271.0563, Web: www.vansontherun.blogspot.com Download flyer

Aug 4-7

CA

Wild in the Woods #8 hosted by Sunshine Supervans. Morris Ranch/Wooded Hills, CA. Games, Drinks, FUN!!, no showers or electric. Pre-Reg $35 (7/25). Info: Bill-O vanner@frontiernet.net, Michelle lilsis74@sbcglobal.net Website: www.sunshinesupervans.com Download flyer

Aug 5-7

MN

Chill Out Up by the Pole hosted by Northwestern Vanners. Fillmore County Fairgrounds, Preston, MN. Show n Shine, brite n shine, games, live music, food avail. Pre-Reg $35 (7/15), Gate $40, Extras $10. Info: Jeff 763.516.1295, Kenny 763.516.1084 Download flyer

Aug 5-7

OH

Van Slam hosted by Mid Ohio Vanels. Perry County Fairgrounds, 5445 State Route 37 E, New Lexington, OH 43130. Live music, bright n shine, show n shine, games. Fairgrounds charges to fill pools (Reg $10, Lrg $20, XL $30). Pre-reg $35, Gate $45, RV trlr <16' $10, RV trlr >16' $20. Info: midohiovanels@hotmail.com Download flyer

Aug 12-14

IL

35 & Stayin' Alive hosted by Central IL Truckin Assn. Spring Creek Campground, Montrose, IL. Free dinner Sat. night (bring a dish), live music, games, show n shine, brite n shine, vendors. Pre-Reg $37 (8/5), gate $42, extras $14, trlrs $15. Info: Joe & Holly 217.895.3763. Download flyer

Aug 12-14

CT

Super Somer 10 hosted by Altruk Vanners. Fourtown Fairgrounds, 56 Egypt Road, Somers, CT 06071. Pre-rg $40, extras $8 (8/5); Gate $45, extras $10; Trlrs $15, motorhomes $55, $10 for extras. Info: Paul 203.768.8803 Download flyer

Aug 19-21

NY

Flamingo Fest 21 "Welcome to Flamingo Van Vegas" hosted by Bad Girls from New York. Western New York Gas & Steam Show Assoc., 10400 Gillate Rd., Alexander, NY 14005. Charity Casino night. Pre-reg $35 (8/1), Gate $40, Extras $10, Rv trlr <16' $20, >16' $30, Thursday $10. Info: Lisa 585.223.1385 bgfnylisad@yahoo.com Download flyer

Aug 26-28

IL

Life in the Fast Lane "The Last Verse" hosted by Fast Lane Vans of America. Rolling Hills Campground, Penfield, IL. Live music, games, show n shine, brite n shine. Pre-Reg $35, Trlr $15 (8/22), Gate $45, trlr $17, extras $16, Thursday night $17. Info: Joyce 217.932.5475 Download flyer

Sep 3

IL

7th Annual Van Show hosted by Hy-Rollin Vans. Fatman Inn, 36309 N. Rte 41, Gurneee, IL 60031. Trophies, Food available, open to public. No charge. Info: Taz 847.560.5147, Fatman Inn 847.244.8300 website: hyrollinvans.com Download flyer

Sep 4

IL

Taz'z 11th Annual Vintage Chevy Van Fest hosted by Taz & Hy-Rollin Vans. 12866 West Country Club Av. Waukegan, IL. 60087 Van Show Noon - 4pm. $5 includes food. Band, trophies, campfire. Room for overnighters. For more info call Taz 847.560.5147 website: hyrollinvans.com Download flyer

Sep 9-11

CO

The H.A.V.E.'s 6th Annual Truck-In "Get Your Kicks at our 6th" hosted by the HAVEs & the HAVE NOTS. Lost Burro Campground, 4023 Teller Rd. #1 Cripple Creek, CO 80813. Live music, games, show n shine, brite n shine, costume contest. Pre-reg $35 (8/1), gate $40, club trlr $10, RV trlr $15, extras $10. Campground serves all u can eat breakfast $5, Dinner special (Saturday). Info: Cindy Lou 719.229.7242, 4snymph@comcast.net Download flyer

Sep 16-18

WI

Oktoberfest "Get Nuts 'n' Boogie" hosted by Bar City Vans. La Crosse Interstate Fairgrounds, West Salem, WI. Show n shine, brite n shine, games, live music, chili cookoff, food, vendors. Pre-Reg $40 (9/9), Gate $45, extras $10. Info: Dee 608.785.1571 or bcvsugar@centurytel.net Download flyer

Sep 16-18

IL

Vannin to Fall hosted by Central IL Vans. Evening Star Camping Resort, 23049 US Hwy 136, Topeka, IL 61567. Mini Golf, games, live music, brite n shine, show n shine, pool. Pre-Reg $35 (9/9), Gate: $40, Extras $10, Trlrs $15. www.centralillinoisvans.com Download flyer

Oct 7-9

WI

Howling Van-Pir-Te XVII hosted by Hy-Rollin Vans. Walworth County Fairgrounds, Elkhorn, WI. Show n shine, food, vendors, live bands, games, trick or treating, free beer w/$5 mug, costume contests, heated building. Pre-Reg (10/1) $40, gate $45; trailers $15, extras $10. Info: www.hyrollinvans.com, Taz 847-560-5147, email: hyrollin@yahoo.com Download flyer

Oct 14-16

IA

HOAVC Monster HAVOC #33 Jasper Country Fairgrounds, Colfax, IA. Trick or treating, live music, free beer, games. Pre-reg $35, Gate $40, Extras $10. Info: www.hoavc.org, email: hoavckc@gmail.com Keith Wiese: 816-322-3317 Download flyer

Dec 3

MO

35th Annual Christmas Party hosted by 3 Trails Vans. Pleasant Valley Community Center, Pleasant Valley, MO. 7pm - midnight. Music by Noone's Tunes. Snacks and set ups provided by 3 Trails Vans. Plenty of hotels close by. $10/person with $5 toy or $15/person without a toy. Info: 3 Trails Vans Website