Every year during the first week of October, the sweetest place on Earth hosts one of the country’s largest antique auto shows and flea markets. The antique auto show in Hershey, PA, is an annual event hosted by the AACA designed to captivate the hearts of antique car enthusiasts. Stay with The Central Hotel & Conference Center and easily access the convention center just ten miles from your Harrisburg hotel room!

General Information

The Hershey antique auto show has taken place every year since 1955. The event will occur at the Giant Center from October 2nd-6th, 2023. Here you can expect over 9,000 vendors, 1,000 cars for sale, and 1,200 vehicles on display for the show. If this is your first time visiting the auto show, we recommend reading the frequently asked questions on the AACA website. You can also find maps of the event and the event schedule on the website.

Things to Do at the Antique Auto Show Hershey, PA

The main attraction is the antique cars, but there are several other events that you can attend while you’re here. From old-timey movies to children’s programs, the antique auto show in Hershey, PA, has something for everyone to enjoy. 

  • Flea Market: One of the country’s largest selections of antique memorabilia is available at the flea market. The market is open every day of the event, offering thousands of vendors to explore!
  • Car Corral: The Car Corral is open Tuesday-Friday, displaying hundreds of antique cars. Find the antique car of your dreams during the auto show!
  • HR’s Back Lot: New for 2023! The back lot offers an area for non-AACA members to display their antique cars, trucks, and motorcycles. 
  • Classic Movie Showing: This free event is a local favorite that takes place at the Music Box Theatre annually. Go back in time with an old-time movie at this nostalgic event in Hershey. 
  • Talent Show: If you visit the area with the family, you must check out the talent show. Have a talent you want to share? Show off your skills here, or watch the show with the family instead. 
  • RM Sotheby’s Auction: Every year, the auto show hosts an auction of vintage cars for collectors and hobbyists. You can expect to see around 150 historic automobiles and a wide array of memorabilia at the auction. If you have questions, please call an RM Sotheby’s specialist at 519-352-4575. 
  • Juniors at Hershey: Another excellent activity for kids to learn something new at the auto show. The project focuses on a different era of automobiles with hands-on demonstrations and displays every year.

Stay at Our Hotel Near the Hershey Auto Show

Celebrate old cars at the antique auto show in Hershey, PA, and choose The Central Hotel for your lodging. Browse our Harrisburg rooms and suites and discover the perfect accommodations for your group. So, join us at the sweetest place on Earth and travel back in time at the annual antique auto show this October!