We have the details for the 3rd Annual Chicagoland Fusion Meet! All cars are welcome but the focus will primarily be on Fusions, Milans, MKZ/Zephyr, Mazda/Mazdaspeed 6, Edge, MKX, and other Ford vehicles.
Check out the public event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/163790847351574/
Day 1 - Friday, August 5th
On Friday, August 5th, we will have a group dinner at the Buffalo Wild Wings starting at 8:00pm:
Buffalo Wild Wings
Garden Gate Crossing
20596 South La Grange Rd.
Frankfort, IL 60423
MAP: https://www.google.com/maps/place/2...608c12bb45cc6d!8m2!3d41.5165238!4d-87.8503454
In the past we've done Test & Tune at Route 66, now called Race Your Ride. This is optional for those who want to run their cars in the 1/4 mile, you're more than welcome to do so. Here's the info:
Click on the following link: Race Your Ride presented by O'Reilly Auto Parts - Route 66 Raceway
GPS Address
3200 S. Chicago St.
Joliet, IL 60433
(815) 722-5500
MAP: https://www.google.com/maps/place/R...2!3m1!1s0x880e648ac4e4b82b:0x8611d25db18e87dc
Enter Gate 11, from Route 53 (Chicago St., historic Route 66).
Gates Open at 4:00 PM
Tech Opens at 4:00 PM
Time Trials Begin at 4:30 PM
Secure Track 9:00 PM (the event has run later depending on the number of cars that attend)
*Times and schedule subject to change
Gate Admission: $15
Participant Run Card: $25
Kids 12 & Younger: FREE
** No helmet required. You have to wear jeans and gym shoes as per NHRA rules **
Day 2 - Saturday, August 6th - Day of the meet!
Alley Grill & Tap House at Thunderbowl
18700 Old Lagrange Rd.
Mokena, IL 60448
Website: Home - Alley Tap House
Facebook: Alley Tap House & Grill on Facebook (be sure to like and support them!)
MAP: https://www.google.com/maps/place/1...1b7ce473636417!8m2!3d41.5503246!4d-87.8515564
Amenities include:
Bowling
HD TVs
Brunswick Pool Tables
Video games (in the bowling alley)
Outdoor patio with bean bag games
Menu: http://alleytaphouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Alley-Menu-New-6-10-2016-new-1.pdf
The Alley Grill & Tap House is located just to the west of last year's meet location. Located on Old Lagrange Rd, you can get there by turning on the street where White Castles and Denny's are located.
The meet will start promptly at 12:00pm and we'll go until roughly 3:00 or 3:30pm to give us ample time to cruise to our photo shoot destinations. There's plenty of parking spots for our cars and we'll have all of the parking spots . There's a gate from the outdoor patio area that will be open for easy access to our cars. We have multiple locations planned for photo shoots. For those with DSLR and GoPro cameras, along with 2-way radios/walkie talkies, please bring them!
Windy City Croftgate
For those who need any Croftgate products, please let me know what you need and I'll be sure to have it for you. I can also do demos for anyone who's interested.
Cruise locations
This year we want to change things up and not cruise to downtown Chicago. So far, we have the following locations:
Old Joliet Prison
Address: 1125 Collins St, Joliet IL 60432.
9th Street Bridge, several location spots here.
Address: 700 W 9th St, Lockport, IL 60441
Ottawa Rail Bridge/River Front.
Address: Allen Park in Ottawa, IL (Google will not give an exact address)
Middle East Conflicts Wall.
Address: 200 Riverfront Drive, Marseilles, IL 61341
Day 3 - Sunday, August 7th
Sunday is completely open as we assume people will be leaving that day. Create your own small breakfast meetup (Cracker Barrel or Chef Klaus Country Cookin) or just enjoy your last day around town.
Optionally, the Taste of Orland Park 13th Annual Car Show hosted by Double K Productions is on this day from 11:00am to 4:00pm at the John Humphrey Sports Complex. You can view more info here:
Click on the following link: Show Info
Don't forget, for those who want to work on your cars on Friday or any time after the meet, you can head to Chicagoland DIY Automotive!
Chicagoland DIY Automotive
8435 W 191st
Suite #8
Mokena, IL 60448
Website: http://www.chicagodiyauto.com
Facebook: Chicagoland DIY Automotive on Facebook (be sure to like and support them!)
Lastly - NO POKEMON GO DURING THE MEET! Before and after you can do whatever you want...
Hotel Info:
There are many hotels within 5-10 minutes of the meet location for those who are coming in from out of town:
Super 8
9485 W 191st St.
Mokena, IL 60448
(708) 479-7808
Super 8 Mokena/Frankfort /I-80 | Mokena, IL *60448-8308 Motel
Country Inn & Suites By Carlson
18315 South La Grange Rd.
Tinley Park, IL 60487
(708) 560-9300
http://www.countryinns.com/tinley-park-hotel-il-60487/iltinley
La Quinta Inn & Suites Chicago Tinley Park
7255 West 183rd St.
Tinley Park, IL 60477
(708) 633-1200
Tinley Park IL Hotel 60477 - La Quinta Inn & Suites Chicago Tinley Park - Near Tinley Park Convention Center
Sleep Inn
18420 Spring Creek Dr.
Tinley Park, IL 60477
(708) 342-1700
https://www.choicehotels.com/illinois/tinley-park/sleep-inn-hotels/il015
Comfort Inn & Suites
18400 Spring Creek Dr.
Tinley Park, IL 60477
(708) 342-1425
https://www.choicehotels.com/illinois/tinley-park/comfort-inn-hotels/il013
Holiday Inn Chicago-Tinley Park-Conv Ctr
18501 Convention Center Dr.
Tinley Park, IL 60477
(708) 444-1100
Holiday Inn Holiday Inn Chicago-Tinley Park-Conv Ctr Hotel by IHG
Meet Rules:
For the Chicagoland Fusion Meet, there will be rules to follow. First and foremost is RESPECT:
1. Respect for the location - other local car shows and meets use this location. Let's not ruin it so that we can keep coming back for future
meets.
2. Respect for Rules of the Road - we don't need local law enforcement arresting anyone.
3. Respect for the community. No personal insults, no bullying, no douchbaggery! Everyone has different tastes (and opinions) but please keep your opinions to yourselves. Let's enjoy the meet and have fun!
Everyone please watch this video as it applies to all car shows/meets:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sLboIDL_1ms&feature=youtu.be
Thanks everyone! Hope to see you there!