{"id":7120,"date":"2025-04-24T15:28:43","date_gmt":"2025-04-24T15:28:43","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/gpstrianglenews.com\/index.php\/2025\/04\/24\/speed-and-beauty-concours-returns-to-columbia-speedway-may-4\/"},"modified":"2025-04-24T15:28:43","modified_gmt":"2025-04-24T15:28:43","slug":"speed-and-beauty-concours-returns-to-columbia-speedway-may-4","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gpstrianglenews.com\/index.php\/2025\/04\/24\/speed-and-beauty-concours-returns-to-columbia-speedway-may-4\/","title":{"rendered":"Speed and Beauty Concours Returns to Columbia Speedway May 4"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"106\"><em data-start=\"67\" data-end=\"106\">40th Annual Show to Benefit Camp Kemo<\/em><\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"108\" data-end=\"336\">Rev your engines and mark your calendars&mdash;<strong data-start=\"149\" data-end=\"205\">the 40th annual Speed and Beauty Concours d&rsquo;Elegance<\/strong> is back on <strong data-start=\"217\" data-end=\"234\">Sunday, May 4<\/strong>, from <strong data-start=\"241\" data-end=\"259\">noon to 4 p.m.<\/strong>, and promises an unforgettable afternoon of cars, community, and compassion.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"338\" data-end=\"590\">Hosted by the <strong data-start=\"352\" data-end=\"399\">Three Rivers Region Porsche Club of America<\/strong>, this beloved benefit car and motorcycle show will once again be held at the <strong data-start=\"477\" data-end=\"507\">Historic Columbia Speedway<\/strong>, offering plenty of space for a growing crowd and even more eye-catching vehicles.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"592\" data-end=\"874\">The event raises funds for <strong data-start=\"619\" data-end=\"632\">Camp Kemo<\/strong>, a life-changing summer camp experience for children undergoing cancer treatment and their families. &ldquo;Last year&rsquo;s event raised thousands for Camp Kemo, and the 2025 goal is even greater,&rdquo; said Melissa Sprouse Browne, regional club president.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"\" data-start=\"876\" data-end=\"897\">Event Highlights:<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"898\" data-end=\"1218\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"898\" data-end=\"969\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"900\" data-end=\"969\"><strong data-start=\"900\" data-end=\"941\">Classic and exotic cars &amp; motorcycles<\/strong> from across the Southeast<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"970\" data-end=\"1025\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"972\" data-end=\"1025\"><strong data-start=\"972\" data-end=\"987\">Food trucks<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"1004\">beer garden<\/strong>, and local vendors<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1026\" data-end=\"1081\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1028\" data-end=\"1081\"><strong data-start=\"1028\" data-end=\"1045\">Mobile gaming<\/strong>, raffles, and family-friendly fun<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1082\" data-end=\"1153\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1084\" data-end=\"1153\"><strong data-start=\"1084\" data-end=\"1112\">First responder exhibits<\/strong> from local police and fire departments<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1218\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1156\" data-end=\"1218\">Live interviews and automotive commentary throughout the day<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"\" data-start=\"1220\" data-end=\"1245\">How to Join the Show:<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"1246\" data-end=\"1449\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1246\" data-end=\"1313\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1248\" data-end=\"1313\"><strong data-start=\"1248\" data-end=\"1283\">Early Bird Vehicle Registration<\/strong>: $30 (online through May 2)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1314\" data-end=\"1383\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1316\" data-end=\"1383\"><strong data-start=\"1316\" data-end=\"1349\">Late Registration at the Gate<\/strong>: $40 (10 a.m. to noon on May 4)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1384\" data-end=\"1449\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1449\"><strong data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1405\">Spectator Entry<\/strong>: $5 per person (kids under 12 enter free)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1451\" data-end=\"1656\">Want to showcase your ride, become a sponsor, or just enjoy a great day for a great cause?<br data-start=\"1541\" data-end=\"1544\" \/>Visit <strong data-start=\"1550\" data-end=\"1621\"><a class=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/www.threeriversregionpca.org\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1552\" data-end=\"1619\">www.threeriversregionpca.org<\/a><\/strong> for registration and full details.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1658\" data-end=\"1808\">All proceeds benefit <strong data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1701\">Camp Kemo Programs<\/strong> at Prisma Health Children&rsquo;s Hospital&mdash;supporting children and families facing cancer with courage and care.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1658\" data-end=\"1808\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/gpstrianglenews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Speed_2025_630x350.jpg?w=1440\" alt=\"\" align=\"center\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>40th Annual Show to Benefit Camp Kemo Rev your engines and mark your calendars&mdash;the 40th annual Speed and Beauty Concours d&rsquo;Elegance is back on Sunday, May 4, from noon to 4 p.m., and promises an unforgettable afternoon of cars, community, and compassion. 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