Cruisin Nocona [TX]
Nocona, Texas
19-20 April, 2013
Cruisin Nocona will take place at Nocona, Texas on 19-20 April, 2013.
Classic car enthusiasts are invited to attend our auction and cruise the beautiful byways of the North Texas Hill Country, curving through the regions picturesque wine country during Texas Bluebonnet season and enjoying two days of food, fun and cars, said Pete Vicari, president, Vicari Auction. Nocona is the ideal town for a classic car event not only because of its many historic attractions, but also because of the Horton Motors Collection, which includes four themed classic car museums for classic car lovers to enjoy. With all there is to offer, we believe Nocona, Texas will soon be the Classic Car Capital of Texas.
North of Dallas and not far from the Oklahoma border, Nocona is situated along the historic Chisholm Trail, a notorious route used by the rugged ranchers of the late 19th century to drive their cattle from Texas to Kansas. Named for Comanche Chief Pete Nocona, the town boasts a rich cultural heritage that dates back to the Old West, with its railroads, cattlemen and cowboys. Historically significant, many of the buildings housing restored saloons, steakhouses and dance halls in Noconas energetic central arts and business district date back to 1889.
The auction preview and classic car cruise will run throughout the day Friday, April 19, with numerous vendors, food, exhibits and live entertainment from The Josh Weathers Band. During the cruise, cruisers' can participate in a Classic Cruisin Poker Run, collecting cards along scheduled stops during the run. The winning poker hand will receive a $1,000 prize.
Friday morning, Cruisin' Nocona will officially begin with an opening ceremony hosted by Nocona Mayor Robert Fenoglio to kick off a parade of classic cars, which will wind through downtown Nocona and the surrounding hill country. As the classic cars return they will be displayed in Noconas downtown district.
On Saturday, April 20, a pancake breakfast at 9 a.m. will be followed by the Vicari Classic & Muscle Car Auction, which will begin at 9:30 a.m. That evening, there will be a variety of entertainment acts for the public to enjoy.
For more information contact 504.875.3563 or visit www.vicariauction.com |
