The Pasco County Fairgrounds will soon see a swarm of ‘bugs’ outside – Volkswagen Beetles, that is.
The Florida Bug Jam is open to spectators on Nov. 10, beginning at 11 a.m., and on Nov. 11, beginning at 9 a.m.
More than 700 Volkswagens are expected to be there, with owners convening from across the globe, said Randy Yoho, event promoter. Only about 7 percent of the participants hail from Pasco County.
There will be live performances on stage, contests, and vendors offering food.
On Nov. 10, a five-stop, 40-mile poker run around Dade City will begin at the fairgrounds with a start time between 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
From 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., drivers can engage in “Bugs on the Track,” where they take their Volkswagens for a spin around the Dade City Motocross Track.
A long line of Bugs will be showcased in the VW Parade, traveling from the fairgrounds to downtown Dade City at 2 p.m.
Aside from food, swap vendors also will be available on Nov. 11 to trade car parts with customers.
Also on Sunday, there will be a car show at 9 a.m., to display the various models, and more than two dozen Volkswagens will be on sale.
Parking is a $5 fee and admission is $10 per day or $15 for both days. Children age 10 and younger are free, but are encouraged to bring a can of food to help supply The Thomas Promise Foundation.
For those staying overnight, camping is available on the premises.
Car show registration online is $30 and at the event, if available, for $45.
To reserve a campsite or preregister, visit FloridaBugJam.com.
For additional information, call Randy Yoho at (352) 588-4697.
Florida Bug Jam
Where: Pasco County Fairgrounds, 36722 State Road 52 in Dade City
When: Open to spectators on Nov. 10, starting at 11 a.m., and Nov. 11, starting at 9 a.m.
Cost: $10 for those age 11 and older; ages 10 and younger are free, but asked to bring a canned food donation
Details: Volkswagen Beetle enthusiasts from around the world congregate to race, sell and trade.
Info: Randy Yoho at (352) 588-4697 or FloridaBugJam.com.
Published October 31, 2018
