Fabulous Fifties Fling

Photos & story by Joe Secka

Gene’s 1951 Willys Sedan Delivery

FABULOUS FIFTIES FLING

Photos and Story by Joe Secka

After attending this show I doubt they could have used a better adjective in the event name. “Fabulous” it certainly was in every aspect of the show. While this was their 30th annual “Fling” it was also my first trip to this show. After attending, I’m sort of embarrassed to admit I have missed each of the first twenty-nine years!

This rain or shine show takes place in downtown Sugarcreek behind the Fire Station. The atmosphere was very relaxed with an intimate community setting where everyone seemed to be having a great time. Cars and trucks of all types filled the grounds. A live band was playing under a huge pavilion where folks were both listening and dancing to Doo-wop and Oldies tunes. The BelAirs provided live music from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. and no one was disappointed! Not too far away, local non-profit organizations were serving Barbecue Chicken dinners, Bratwurst and Strawberry Shortcake under a huge tent. Food trucks were also on site. Between the huge pavilion and tent, there was plenty of room to take a brief respite from the bright sunny 85 degree day after checking out some of the iron and chrome.

This is a two day affair and my visit was on Saturday. Registration was from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Participants entered the show from North Broadway and vehicles were judged on their way into the show. There was no need to worry about bugs or road dirt; the judges didn’t make deductions for those things. Attendees were then directed to the huge parking area. Awards were handed out around 4:30 p.m.

Ferman’s 1952 Plymouth Cambridge John & Bonnie’s 1936 Zepger/Duesenberg Maharaja

1938 Chevy Master Deluxe Larry’s 1960 Chevy Impala

FABULOUS FIFTIES FLING

Photos & story by Joe Secka

Photos by Joe Secka

Greg’s 1934 Ford 2 Door Sedan Dennis & Sandy’s beautiful 1968 Chevy Nova

I missed the Friday activities but here is a review from the event organizers. The Friday Night Cruise-In was an Open-Class event, meaning even if you have a vehicle newer than 1999, you were welcome to bring any vehicle and check out the Friday night festivities. The event started around 4:00 p.m. and typically, the first 150 cars on Friday receive a dash plaque and special awards like Mayor’s Choice, Chief’s Choice, etc. Spikeman DJ was on-site downtown from 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.

The Wine Country Cruise is a self-driving tour of five of Sugarcreek’s best local wineries and wine stores. It begins Friday afternoon at one of the local wineries and ends at the car show grounds downtown. If you like you can also participate in the optional Poker Run. Each Winery will have a deck of cards and will mark your sheet. Your sheet must be turned in at the show and the best hand will win a prize. Sheets had to be turned in by 6:30 p.m. at the show to be eligible for the prize.

I can describe this event with a single word! IMPRESSIVE! – Just WOW! I’ll be back!

Be sure to check out the Fabulous 50’s Fling when you make plans in 2022! The event is scheduled to be June 10 and 11th. Check out their ad in the event section of the magazine or see more info on their website at www.fab50sfling.com

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