Fiat Freakout 2026 Gettysburg
About this event
FIAT FREAKOUT 2026 REGISTRATION
Wyndham Hotel & Conference Center Gettysburg, PA
August 18-23
Celebrate FIAT Club America's 43rd FIAT Freakout in Gettysburg, PA in 2026!
If you have already been to a Freakout, you know. If this is your first FIAT Freakout, you are about to experience a week full of food, family, fun, friendship, and FIATS!
Expect good food, a GREAT car show, fun drives, museum and battlefield tours, a car getting fixed on site here or there, general shenanigans in the parking lot, and most of all: amazing people.
You will come because you are curious, because you love Italian automobiles, or maybe both. You will leave wanting to come back because of the new friendships you've made and because we truly are one huge FIAT Club America family.
WYNDHAM HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER
95 Presidential Circle, Gettysburg, PA
Our host hotel this year is the beautiful Wyndham Hotel & Conference Center, near the battlefield and just outside Gettysburg Historic District.
Hotel reservations must be made through the Wyndham itself and are not included in the base price of the event.
To reserve your room(s) at the Wyndham, click here: Group Link: FFO-Group
Alternatively, you can call the Wyndham at: 717-339-0020 press 3 for guest services and use event code "Fiat Freakout" so you get our group rate, and your reservation will be counted toward our room total.
FIAT Freakout Group Room Rates:
Monday-Thursday, Sunday: $150/night
Friday-Saturday: $179/night
Rooms are available at FIAT Freakout Group Rates from Monday 8/17/26 - Sunday 8/23/26.
PLEASE make your hotel reservations when you register for Freakout.
The Wyndham has an indoor pool and spa, fitness center, restaurant, bar, and offers room service, as well. Breakfast is not included in your room rate. A large diner just outside the hotel offers an extremely nearby breakfast alternative.
Exclusives for Freakout Freaks:
- On site dedicated parking lot for FFO
- On site trailer parking
- On site car wash station
In past years, you could click on events as they were presented to choose the ones you wanted to attend. Now, with Club Express, we’ll show you all the events and activities first and you will select which ones to attend after clicking the "Register Now" button.
The person registering for FIAT Freakout 2026 *MUST* be an active member (up to date dues) of FIAT Club America at both time of registration and for the duration of the event.
If you wish to register, but are not currently an active member of FIAT Club America, JOIN FCA HERE
BASE TICKET PRICE: $165.00
The base price is a mandatory charge that helps cover the cost of the event. Included in the base price:
- (1) entry to FIAT Freakout 2026 (guests are free)
- (1) entry to FIAT Night at the Museum Welcome Event
- (1) car entry to the Concorso D'Eleganza car show
- (1) ticket to the Saturday Awards Dinner
- (1) FFO 2026 poster
- (1) FFO 2026 t-shirt
- (15) raffle tickets
Things We Recommend You Do Every Day
- Optional Activities: Our fantastic event planners will have additional activity options and local recommendations available at the FFO Welcome Table every morning at 7:30AM. So, check in before you start your day!
- Morning Cars and Coffee in Parking Lot: (Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday)
Prendiamo un Caffe! (Let's have a coffee!) Hang out with us in the parking lot with your coffee. Relax, wake up, talk about yesterday's fun, and get ready for the day's new adventures.
- Parking Lot Social Time: Every evening people will gather in the parking lot by the cars for tall tales, tech talk, and general camaraderie. While the event schedule shows the Parking Lot Social Time ends at 11PM, don't be fooled. It will continue unabated every evening until the last person standing turns in for the night. Come join us! Don't miss out on a traditional FFO social activity that helps found the core of FIAT Freakout.
- Social Media Uploads: You will find a URL in your FFO program guiding you to a site where you can upload your pics and videos from the day. We urge you to take a few minutes and share your files with us. Fellow FIAT Freaks will enjoy seeing them and people who could not attend Freakout can experience FFO vicariously through your media uploads.
AUGUST 18, 2026
- Welcome Table at Hotel: 6PM-8PM
- Registration: 8PM-10PM
- Haunted Bus Tour: 6:45PM -9:30PM
- Parking Lot Social Time: 7PM-11PM
Haunted Bus Tour
Ghost tour of Sach’s Covered Bridge and Gettysburg College
Departs the hotel at 6:45PM
Returns to the hotel at 9:30PM
This 90-minute guided bus tour will pick up and drop off at the hotel. It is handicap accessible. You will stay comfortable on the bus for the entire tour. Learn about local civil war history and ghost stories as we travel to some of the most haunted sites in Gettysburg.
The Haunted Bus Tour has limited seats available so sign up early.
COST: $30/person
AUGUST 19, 2026
- Registration and FFO Swag Store: 7:30AM-9:00AM and 5:00PM-7:00PM
- Alternative activities and drives are available at the Welcome Table
- Cars and Coffee in Parking Lot Prendiamo Un Caffe ("Let's get a Coffee")
- Lincoln's Gettysburg Train Journey (morning): 10:30AM-1:30PM
- Lincoln's Gettysburg Train Journey (afternoon): 12:00PM-3:00PM
- Self-guided Tours of Downtown Gettysburg Historic Sites: Pre/Post Train Journey or on Own
- Blessing of the Vehicles/ Tour Basilica of Sacred Heart: 4:00PM-5:45PM
- The Bourbon Mill (Dinner Option): 6:00-10:00PM
- Parking Lot Social Time: 7:00PM-11:00PM
Lincoln's Gettysburg Train Journey
The Gettysburg Railway describes their tour like this:
"Embark on a journey through history and the picturesque countryside of Adams County, Pennsylvania, with Gettysburg railway. Patriot Rail Excursions invites you to board our new excursion train, departing from and returning to the charming historic 1884 Gettysburg train Depot, conveniently located near the southeast entrance to Gettysburg College. Step onboard 1950 era-built railroad passenger cars, now meticulously transformed into today's luxury passenger cars, transporting you back in time. As you travel, immerse yourself in captivating storytelling about leaders of the battle, and discover historical points of interest along the route. Enjoy the stunning countryside views as you journey along the railroad. Before and after your ride, explore the historic depot gift shop. Here, can you get an up-close look at the vintage rail cars, pick up a unique souvenir, and enjoy a variety of food and beverages."
Popcorn, soda, and water are provided gratis with your ticket and a concession stand is also on the train.
COST: $35.00/person
Self-Guided Tours of Downtown Gettysburg Historic Sites
These self-guided historic tours in downtown Gettysburg are perfect bookends to your Lincoln Gettysburg Journey Train Ride! If you skip the train journey, they are great activities to help fill out your day. Details and maps will be in your program.
- Lincoln Railroad Station: Lincoln arrived here for his Gettysburg Address.
- David Willis House: Lincoln stayed here and finalized his address here. It is now a museum.
- Gettysburg Children's Museum: This museum is for adults and children alike. It chronicles the life of children during the Civil War era.
- Gettysburg National Cemetery: Along with the cemetery, explore nearby landmarks such as the Jennie Wade House, Soldiers National Museum, and Cemetery Hill Monuments.
Visit the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in Hanover, Pennsylvania, built 1785–1787. It is the first U.S. church dedicated to the Sacred Heart. Elevated to a Minor Basilica in 1962, it’s a historic center of faith with stunning stone architecture and 19th-century interior art. Stop inside for a quick tour or join the Blessing of the Vehicles. The Basilica is just 25 minutes from the hotel and then under 20 minutes from the Wednesday night Bourbon Mill Event.
The Bourbon Mill
Join us at the Bourbon Mill in nearby New Oxford for Pints, Pizza, and Wings!
Wednesday evening kicks off at the Bourbon Mill. If you just arrived at the Wyndham Wednesday afternoon or early evening, this is a great way to jump right into the Freakout vibe!
Join us for dinner at the outdoor pavilion at the Bourbon Mill from 6 PM to 10 PM.
Enjoy fun activities, including bocce ball, volleyball, and cornhole.
At 8PM, there will be beginner line dance lessons inside.
Dinner includes 1 pint of beer, salad, pizzas, flatbreads, and dessert.
COST: $25/person
AUGUST 20, 2026
- Registration and FFO Swag Store: 7:30AM-9:00AM and 3-5:00PM
- Alternative activities and drives are available at the Welcome Table
- Cars and Coffee in Parking Lot Prendiamo Un Caffe ("Let's get a Coffee")
- Eastern Museum of Motor Racing: 9:30, 11:00 and 1:00PM
- Night at the Museum Welcome Event (6:00PM-10:00PM)
- Parking Lot Social Time after welcome night
Eastern Museum of Motor Racing
The Eastern Museum of Motor Racing (EMMR), preserves and interprets the history of American motor racing, specifically in Pennsylvania and surrounding regions. EMMR’s dedicated drag racing display area showcases various types of drag racing cars, including funny cars, dragsters, altereds, super stocks, stocks, bracket cars, and bikes. Roundtable and tech sessions will happen throughout the day
COST: Free During the registration process, we will ask you to select 1 of the 3 starting times at the Museum (9:30AM, 11:00AM, 1:00PM) if you plan on visting so the Museum can plan for occupancy.
Thursday Night at the Museum Welcome Event
Not to be missed exclusive private event at the Gettysburg Military Museum.
Your ticket includes the FFO Welcome Dinner as well as admission to the 22 minute film "A New Birth of Freedom", narrated by Morgan Freeman, and the iconic 1884 "Gettysburg Cyclorama" a 360-degree rendition of Pickett's Charge.
The Night at the Museum FIAT Freakout Welcome event is meant to be a social, informative, and interactive experience.
Dinner will include:
- Grazing board
- Passed hors d'oeuvres
- Sweet potato and mashed potato bar
- Variety of sliders
- Mason jar desserts
COST: $75/person (1 ticket is included the Base Price.)
AUGUST 21, 2026
- Registration and Swag Store at Concorso.
- Concorso D'Eleganza: 9AM-2PM
- FFO "Country Fair": 4:30PM-9PM
- Parking Lot Social Time: 9PM-11PM
Concorso D'Eleganza
The Barn Resort
75 Cunningham Road, Gettysburg, PA
The Concorso D'Eleganza is Freakout's signature event. You will be amazed at the variety of FIAT and Italian vehicles on the showfield.
Owners will vote for winners in their own class, as well as special awards such as Best in Show, Car I Would Most Like to Drive Home, etc.
Voting will occur online, so bring your phones!
Wi-Fi is available on the showfield.
9:00AM: Depart for the show field within groups from the parking lot.
10:00AM - 2:00PM: Concorso D'Eleganza car show
11:00AM Aerial Photo
12:00PM - 1:30PM: Voting is open
Cars are expected to remain on the showfield until 2PM.
On site indoor and outdoor food options available for purchase. Multiple restrooms indoors.
Winners are announced at the Awards Banquet Saturday evening.
COST: Your 1st vehicle is included in the base package.
There is a $15 fee to show more than 1 vehicle.
This single $15.00 fee allows you to enter more than 1 car, no matter whether you enter 2 cars, 5 cars, or more.
IMPORTANT NOTE IF YOU ARE SHOWING 3 OR MORE CARS:
During the registration process, we will ask you for the year, make, model, and trim level of the first 2 cars you enter in the Concorso. For all additional cars, you MUST email president@fiatclubamerica.com with year, make, model, and trim level. We need this information to enter the car on the voting ballot and to create the window placard for the car.
Come party Central PA Chapter "country fair" style in the Wyndham parking lot! We will have food trucks for dinner, the world famous "Low Car Limbo" contest, parking lot games, awesome community partners, and more!
As the country fair activities die down, stay in the parking lot for the late evening parking lot social time.
AUGUST 22, 2026
- Alternative activities and drives are available at the Welcome Table
- Cars and Coffee in Parking Lot Prendiamo Un Caffe ("Let's get a Coffee")
- Gettysburg National Military Park Auto Audio Tour
- Keith's Pit Stop Dyno 10AM-2PM
- Orchard Farmstand and Antiques Drive
- Swag Store Open 5:30-6PM
- Awards Banquet and Silent Auction: 5:30PM-9PM
- Parking Lot Social Time: 9PM-11PM
Gettysburg National Military Park Auto Audio Tour
This 24-mile auto audio tour is hosted by the National Park Service (NPS). The audio portion is available on the National Park Service website and app. The tour starts at the Visitor Center and ends at the National Cemetery. The route follows the major events of the 3-day battle and gives an overview of the military actions which took place.
The NPS recommends you allow 3 hours to complete the tour, depending on the length of your stops.
Just 3 miles (6 minutes) from the hotel, put your car to the test and see its horsepower and torque in action! Keith’s Pit Stop is offering 3 dyno pulls for $100 (paid on site), running 10:00 AM–2:00 PM. 2 wheel drive vehicles only. Interested? Be sure to indicate your participation on the registration form!
COST: $100 for 3 dyno pulls (paid at Keith's) This FIAT Freakout exclusive price gives you a whopping 33% discount over Keith's normal pricing!
Orchards Farmstand and Antiques Drive
Set out on a scenic countryside cruise through the heart of Adams County. Enjoy rolling farmland, orchards, local farm markets and antique shops, with plenty of opportunities to grab lunch, snacks, and beverages along the route. Travel with the group or take the drive on your own — the choice is yours.
Awards Banquet and Silent Auction
The pre-banquet reception will kick off at 5:30PM. A cash bar is available at the reception. The Swag Store will also be open during the pre-banquet reception. This is a great time to come socialize and browse/bid on items in the Silent Auction.
Silent Auction:
Items up for bid will be displayed with bid sheets next to each item.
- Bids open at 5:30PM.
- Bids close at a time that will be announced during the event.
- Winners of auction items will be announced during the festivities.
NOTE: Payment is due on winning bids when the winners are announced.
Awards Banquet:
6:00PM: the Awards Banquet begins.
Along with finding out who is the "Smartest Table in the Room", Then the Hardware, Both the annual specialty awards and the Concorso winners will be announced.
Later in the registration process, you will prompted to select from 4 menu options for both you and your guests.
All selections include salad, rolls and butter, dessert, coffee, and iced tea.
- Grilled flat iron steak with chimichurri, garlic mashed potatoes, asparagus, and carrots
- Chicken picatta with lemon caper sauce with rice pilaf, and seasonal vegetables
- Grilled fillet of salmon with lemon basil cream sauce, rice pilaf, and seasonal vegetables
- Grilled portobello mushroom stack with tomato coulis, baby carrots, and asparagus
Children 4-10 years old will receive chicken fingers, French fries, applesauce, and a cookie
COST:
Primary registrant: included in base ticket price
Guest: $60/guest
Children 4-10: $15/child
Children under 4: free
*After the Awards and auction winners are announced, dessert will be served in the reception area that leads directly to our dedicated parking lot.
Grab a dessert, then head outside for our final Parking Lot Social Time!
NOTE: During the registration process, we will first ask you how many additional tickets you need, then ask you what entrees you desire. Please make sure you answer both sets of questions so we will have the correct number of entrees available at the dinner.
AUGUST 23, 2026
- Sunday Breakfast and Raffle: 8:30AM-10:30AM
Sunday Breakfast and Raffle
The Sunday Breakfast and Raffle is our traditional "See you next year!" event. It features raffle prizes from our vendor partners and the planning team.
The raffle prizes will be set up in the ball room raffle numbers will be called at 8:45
Breakfast includes bagels, breakfast sandwiches, coffee, and tea.
Breakfast COST: $15/person
Raffle TIckets: You receive 15 raffle tickets with your base package. Additional tickets may be purchased when your register or throughout FREAKOUT.
COST for additional Raffle Tickets: $4.00/5 tickets
Category
National FreakOut
Registration Info
Registration is required before Saturday, July 18, 2026 at 11:30 PM
Payment In Full In Advance Only
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