Race your Porsche with the PVGP!

Two grand race weekends featuring a big, fast track at Pitt Race and an authentic road circuit through the winding city streets of Schenley Park. Sponsored by Sewickley Porsche.

The Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix is preparing to celebrate its 40th year this summer and honor Porsche as the Marque of the Year with Porsches on the track both weekends. Porsches will also be on display at the car shows, parties and parades during the July 15-24 Race Week. The PVGP expects 400 Porsche vehicles to participate in the Porsche Marque Show on the Schenley Park Golf Course on the July 23-24 weekend. The PVGP logo for 2022 represents the famous Brumos Porsche livery.

Ray Shaffer, the Porsche Market Development Manager at Porsche Cars North America, is coming home to Pittsburgh to serve as our Grand Marshal. Ray was born and raised in the South Hills area of Pittsburgh. Ray traces the roots of his career in the auto industry to a chance meeting he had with the late Coca-Cola Porsche racer, and Sebring 12 hour-winner, Bob Akin at the 1986 PVGP.

Historics at Pitt Race July 14-17, 2022

There is a place for all Porsches at the PVGP Historics at Pittsburgh International Race Complex on the first weekend. The purpose-built track is 40 miles northwest of Pittsburgh and provides the perfect venue for racing legends to thunder through the Pennsylvania countryside while providing plenty of racing room and safety features. The addition of the 1.2-mile South Track now stretches the facility out to a heart-pounding 2.8 miles. Porsche 356, 911, 912, 904, 914 and 944 race within the medium and large bore groups all weekend and the newer Porsches run in the Modern Historics Group. See the race schedule with over 3 hours of track time on this world-class facility. See the PVGP Historics Drivers Page for more information and links.

Historics Race Entry Fees

Early (before May 21): $545 Regular: $595 Late: (after July 1): $645
Thursday, July 14 Test & Tune on full track at PIRC: $250
2nd or 3rd Car/Same Driver or Same Car/Same Driver -2 Groups: $200
Additional Crew (driver and 2 crew are included): $30 Each Includes dinner Saturday

Schenley Park Vintage Races July 23/24, 2022

Experience one the world’s most challenging tracks through the city streets of Pittsburgh’s Schenley Park. Porsches compete all weekend in the small, medium and large bore groups and then all come together for a 25-minute Porsche Marque race on Sunday afternoon. Porsches from 1974 and earlier with 3-litre or smaller engines are eligible. Top finishers will be recognized in the Winners Circle. If you are a Porsche driver and you haven’t raced through the park, this is your chance to experience racing that way it started in the 40s and 50s with haybales in the corners and tens of thousands of spectators up against the snowfence. Visit the PVGP Schenley Park Drivers Page for more information and links.

Schenley Race Entry Fees

Early (before May 21): $500 Regular: $550 Late (after July 1): $600
Single session Porsche Marque Race on Sunday, July 24 – Sponsored by Sewickley Porsche. All Porsches eligible: $50
2nd or 3rd Car/Same Driver or Same Car/Same Driver in 2 Groups: $200
Optional Saturday Night Dinner and beer at start/finish: $20 per person

Tow Once – Race Twice

We encourage our racers to compete with us on both race weekends and we provide a $120 discount for participants of both events. Accommodations will be made to store cars for free at PIRC during the week between races if you are participating in both events. With a week of events scheduled between race weekends, the Grand Prix is hoping that participants will choose to stay in town for the whole 10 days.

Combo Entry Race Both Weekends – $120 Discount Early (before May 21) $925 Regular: $1,025 Late: (after July 1) $1,125

PVGP Race Week Porsche Events

Friday, July 15 – Blacktie & Tailpipes Gala

– Formal party at the Grand Concourse Restaurant at Station Square in Pittsburgh.
– We are planning a very special display of Porsches parked outside the restaurant.
– Tickets are $295 per person with Open Bar Cocktail Hour.
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July 15-17 – PVGP Historics at Pitt Race

– Experience the heart-pounding thunder of the PVGP Historics at Pittsburgh Int’l Race Complex in Beaver County.
– Vintage 356, 911 and 914 Porsches will race in the Medium and Large Bore Groups all weekend. Late model GT3 Porsches will race in the “Modern Historic” Group all weekend Race Schedule
– Admission is $20 per day, children 12 and under are free. Hours are 9 AM – 5 PM.
– There’s lots to do at Pittsburgh International Race Complex
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July 16 – PHAT Saturday at the PVGP Historics – Hosted by ARPCA

– PittRace Historics And Tailgate, join the ARPCA Tailgate Party on Spectator Hill
– Featuring a catered lunch, dining tents, and soft drinks. $30 Register through the ARPCA.
– $30 per person covers does not include gate entry or VIP Parking for your Porsche
– $20 per car per day payable at the gate. Children 12 and under are free.
– Mingle amongst the cars and drivers in the expansive paddock and watch the vintage races from multiple venues.

Monday, July 18 – Walnut Street Invitational Car Show

– This is an invitational Car Show in Shadyside with 125 cars.
– There will be a special display Porsches by invitation.
– Show is free for spectators to attend and runs from 5-9 PM.
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Tuesday, July 19 – Waterfront Car Cruise

– This is open to the public car cruise at the Waterfront Shopping Center in Homestead.
– All Porsches will be parked in the feature area of the Cruise.
– $10 donation to be in the show that features 750 cars of all types.
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Wednesday, July 20 – Downtown Car Display

– PVGP will host car displays until 2:00 PM at Market Square, PPG Place and USX Tower.
– $10 donation to be in the show.
– A special display of Porsches at PPG Place.
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Wednesday, July 20 – Tune-Up at the SouthSide Works

– This is a car-themed party from 5-9 PM in the SouthSide Works.
– Cars of all years and models are encouraged.
– Featured area for Porsches to display.
– Registration to open in March, 2022.
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Thursday, July 21 – Countryside Tour

– This is a brisk romp through the countrysides of western PA
– The tour departs from the Ramada Inn, in the lovely and historic town of Ligonier at 11:00 AM
– Tour stops at Jamison Farm, in Latrobe for a delicious lunch and refreshments.
– Open to all cars manufactured in 1983 or prior.
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Thursday, July 21 – Jet Center Party

– An exclusive Hangar Party at the Pittsburgh-Butler Regional Airport from 6:30-11 PM.
– $375 per person includes premium appetizers and open bar.
– Special display of Porsches attending the event.
– Charity auction that includes plane rides.
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Friday, July 22 – Porsche Club Kick-Off Party & Driving Tour

– The ARPCA Driving Tour will start from the Willow Restaurant and depart for a Tour.
– Mandatory Driver’s meeting starts at 12:45 p.m. First car off at 1:00 p.m.
– Come early and meet for lunch! $25 per vehicle.
– Welcome & Kick-Off Party at Willow Restaurant. Festivities begin at 5:00 p.m. with Porsche Show in parking lot.
– Courtyard reserved for Porsche Club Members.
– Register for Tour and Welcome Dinner through the ARPCA in mid February.

Race Weekend and Car Show at Schenley Park – July 23/24

Saturday, July 23 – Porsche Marque of the Year Show

– Be a part of the 3,000 vehicle International Car Show on the Bob O’Connor Golf Course at Schenley Park
– Special area for Porsche owners to display in the Marque trackside area.
– Participants receive commemorative PVGP Race Program, decal and special parking for the weekend.
– Weekend Package with coral entry, lunch and drinks trackside is $275
– Single Day Package is $150/day pre registered, $200 day of.
– General Admission Car Show – $70 per car/per day and includes soft drinks only.
– Participants receive commemorative PVGP Race Program, decal and special parking for the weekend.
– Watch vintage races through the streets of Schenley Park.
– Browse the car show, see British Car Day, Cars N Coffee and visit sponsor and vendor tents.
– Register through the ARPCA in mid February
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Sunday, July 24 – Porsche Marque of the Year Show & Parade

– Be a part of the 3,000 vehicle International Car Show on the Bob O’Connor Golf Course at Schenley Park
– Special area for Porsche owners to display in the Marque trackside area.
– Participants receive commemorative PVGP Race Program, decal and special parking for the weekend.
– Weekend Package with coral entry, lunch and drinks trackside is $275
– Single Day Package is $150/day pre registered, $200 day of.
– General Admission Car Show – $70 per car/per day and includes soft drinks only.
– Participants receive commemorative PVGP Race Program, decal and special parking for the weekend.
– Watch vintage races through the streets of Schenley Park.
– Browse the car show, see British Car Day, Cars N Coffee and visit sponsor and vendor tents.
– Drive your Porsche on the track for parade lap at 11:00 – $40 donation. You must be registered for the car show.
– Register through the ARPCA in mid February
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