2019 ROA
International Meet

Gettysburg, PA
June 25-June 28
Tuesday-Friday

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Gettysburg and the surrounding fields were the site of the largest battle of the American Civil War. Although fought for only three days from July 1-3, 1863, it was known as the turning point of the war. More than 160,000 soldiers from the Union and Confederate armies met in combat with more than 50,000 casualties. Total deaths exceeded 8,000 soldiers and approximately 3,000 horses. It is also the site where President Abraham Lincoln attended a ceremony on November 19th of that year to officially consecrate the grounds and delivered his Gettysburg Address.

There is so much to do and see in the town and surrounding area that with every registration confirmation you will receive an email with list of attractions, so you can plan your visit. You can be adventurous and tour the battlefield by bicycle, horseback, or Segway, or join us on a comfortable guided tour. We will have several tours, but seating is limited, so don't delay. Register Now! Besides the Battlefields, there is the historic downtown with its many museums, shops, and restaurants. One popular stop is the historic home of our 34th President Dwight D. Eisenhower. ROA registration form appears on the back of the mailing sheet.

For Gettysburg, we were able to schedule the meet starting on Tuesday with our car show and banquet on Friday. Since we have extended room rates, you may want to stay over for the following weekend. Since the July 4th celebration is the following week, it is best to make your reservations early.

OUR HOST HOTEL

Wyndham Gettysburg
95 Presidential Circle, Gettysburg PA

The Wyndham is conveniently located approximately three miles from the center of Gettysburg at the intersection of US 15 and US 30 on a 100-acre campus with several restaurants and a theater. Our group rate is $119, single or double occupancy. This is an excellent price considering the quality and location of the hotel at the height of the season. Don't delay—our block will fill up quickly. The deadline to register at our group rate is 5:00 pm on May 27, 2019.

Reservations can be made by calling 717-339-0020, pressing "3" and asking for "Riviera 2019." For online reservations, visit https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/groups/hr/riviera-owners-association. If you want to extend your visit beyond the 25th–28th meet dates, you must call do so by calling.

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Tours & Attractions(PDF 479kb)
Car Show Guidelines (PDF 466kb)

Schedule of Events
All events take place in the Presidential Ballroom, unless otherwise stated.

Tuesday, June 25

3:00 pm–7:00 pm
Early registration, pick up registration packets with information on local attractions. Tour on your own or stay for refreshments and vendors.

Wednesday, June 26

8:30 am–2:30 pm
Battlefield Bus Tour with licensed guide, Visitors Center, Museum, film, Cyclorama & hot buffet lunch. Bus leaves at 8:30 am from front of hotel.

9:00 am–Noon
Registration, hospitality, refreshments, and vendors

9:00 am–5:00 pm
Self-guided tours by car or by Freedom Shuttle (many options to consider)

Noon–1:30 pm
Lunch break, hospitality room closed

1:30 pm–5:00 pm
Registration, hospitality, refreshments and vendors

5:00 pm–9:00 pm
An evening in historic Gettysburg by car or by Freedom Shuttle

5:30 pm–9:00 pm
Guided Rallye through the historic countryside with a stop for dinner, ending in Gettysburg Town Square

Thursday, June 27

8:00 am–2:00 pm
AACA Museum Bus Tour and Hershey's Chocolate World for lunch on your own. Bus leaves at 8:00 am from front of hotel.

9:00 am–Noon
Registration, hospitality, refreshments, and vendors

9:00 am–3:00 pm
Self-guided tours by car or by Freedom Shuttle

Noon–1:30 pm
Lunch break, hospitality room closed

1:30 pm–5:00 pm
Registration, hospitality, refreshments, and vendors

2:00 pm–3:30 pm
Regional Coordinators Meeting

3:30 pm–5:00 pm
Technical Advisors Q & A Seminar

5:00 pm–6:30 pm
Dinner break, hospitality room closed

7:00 pm–8:00 pm
Annual ROA Membership Meeting

8:00 pm–10:00 pm
Hospitality, refreshments, vendors, games, prizes, hors d'oeuvres, and information on show set-up.

Friday, June 28

7:00 am–9:00 am
Position cars for the show (volunteers will assist)

7:00 am–2:00 pm
Hospitality room for late registration and open to members not registered and the public to shop vendors

9:00 am–2:00 pm
Car show

9:00 am–Noon
Hoods and trunks open

Noon–2:00 pm
Hoods and trunks closed for photos

2:00 pm–6:00 pm
Free time to enjoy the area or just relax

6:00 pm–7:00 pm
Cocktail hour/cash bar (Evening-casual attire)

7:00 pm–10:00 pm
Awards Banquet– Presidential Ballroom
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