The Chicago Region of the Porsche Club of America was established in 1957 as the Chicago-Milwaukee region, making the 6th region in the country. The region was the host of the fourth Parade in 1959 at Nippersink Manor in southern Wisconsin. By 1960, the northern Illinois membership had grown so large that it could support its own region and a split at the border could be made. Beginning in 1960, the original Chicago-Milwaukee region became the Chicago region, and a new region was created in Milwaukee. We are one of the largest regions with more than 4000 members and are part of PCA’s Zone 13.
For more on how the region started, click here.
The members of the Chicago Region of the Porsche Club of America are joined together and are mutually pledged to the furtherance and promotion of the following:
- The highest standards of motor vehicle maintenance, driving courtesy and safety on the roads.
- The enjoyment and sharing of goodwill and fellowship engendered by owning a Porsche and engaging in such social, educational, or other events as may be agreeable to the membership.
- The maintenance of the highest standards of operation and performance of the marque by sharing and exchanging technical and mechanical information.
- The establishment and maintenance of mutually beneficial relationships with the Porsche Works, Porsche Dealers, and other service sources to the end that the marque shall prosper and continue to enjoy its unique leadership and position in sports car annals.
- The interchange of ideas and suggestions with other Porsche Clubs and other interested parties throughout the world and in such cooperation as may be desirable.
- The establishment of such mutually cooperative relationships with other car clubs as may be desirable.
- The preservation of the independence of the Porsche Club of America (PCA) and the Chicago Region, free of control or undue influence by any outside individual, organization, company, or other entity, no matter how closely aligned to the Club in interest or purpose. In furtherance of this goal, the Porsche Club of America – Chicago Region is and shall remain a totally member-driven and primarily member-financed independent entity allowing neither inappropriate nor undue influence, financial or material, from outside its domain, owing allegiance only to its members.
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Upcoming Events
These are the events that are happening in the next three months. See our Event Schedule for our events looking out a year.
Event Type
Autocross
Club Race
Concours
Drivers Ed
Driving Tour
Rallye
Social
Tech
april 2024
Event Details
Now’s the time to schedule some springtime excitement! Driving your Porsche at speed on a track, in a safe and controlled environment, with an instructor sitting right next to
Event Details
Now’s the time to schedule some springtime excitement! Driving your Porsche at speed on a track, in a safe and controlled environment, with an instructor sitting right next to you!
Blackhawk Farms Raceway, in South Beloit (near the Wisconsin/Illinois border), is a complex 1.9 mile, 7-turn track that provides an ideal learning environment that will keep you focused all day.
We typically have 40+ novice drivers, so this is a great way to meet fellow enthusiasts, learn the track, learn the car, and have a GREAT time doing it. We also incorporate a group of more experienced drivers, so no matter what your experience, this is an excellent “season opener” for you track enthusiasts, or soon-to-be track enthusiasts.
This event is open to all sport cars that pass tech (Cayenne, Macan or other SUV’s, electric vehicles, and open-wheeled vehicles are not allowed) and to all drivers 18 and older with an emphasis on the novice driver. This is the event to attend if you are new to the club and are interested in learning how to drive your car on a race track. Novice drivers get a morning and afternoon classroom sessions and in-car instruction.
This event also has an online classroom session on Tuesday, April 23rd, starting at 7:00 PM where you will learn the basics of safely driving on a racetrack and what to expect during the event. If you have never driven on a racetrack, attending this session is highly recommended. Access information for attending the session will be emailed to new drivers in advance of the session.
By the way, we’ll need instructors for our new or less-experienced drivers, but as a thank-you, volunteer instructors will receive a voucher for use at a future PCA Chicago event.
Sponsored By
The Porsche Exchange
The Porsche Exchange is a Porsche exclusive dealership that operates out of Highland Park. We have been here for over 30 years and we have worked with thousands of Porsche customers and enthusiasts over the years. We would love to work with you. Though we may be a large dealer with over 100 new Porsche models routinely in stock, we are still a family-owned dealership, and we look forward to each and every customer interaction.
Organizer
Todd Conforti & Pete Hackensonblackhawk-de@pca-chicago.org, 847-254-1527
Time
(Friday) 6:45 am - 5:00 pm
may 2024
Event Details
Please join us for Porsches & Pastries #2 at Labriola Bakery & Cafe 3021 Butterfield Oak Brook, IL 60523 8:30-11:00am We are going back in for another great Porsches & Pastries at
Event Details
Please join us for Porsches & Pastries #2 at Labriola Bakery & Cafe
3021 Butterfield Oak Brook, IL 60523 8:30-11:00am
We are going back in for another great Porsches & Pastries at one of our favorite venues.
Please register in advance…we want to give our hosts an idea of how many members are coming and for us to reach you if there are any last minute changes.
Once again, we will be holding a “Show and Shine” in conjunction with the Porsches & Pastries. In these new events there will be a much simpler judging of the exterior only of the car and there will also be a peoples choice. All you need to do is clean the outside of your car (body, wheels and glass) and you are ready to participate. Cars will be judged by the concours judges, all attendees with the People’s Choice and by youth judges. Every level is welcome. If you’ve never participated in concours before, this fun and informal Show and Shine-type event will definitely be a great start to learn the ins and outs of concours and participating in the concours events later in the summer.
Schedule For Show ‘n Shine:
Registration opens at 8:30am
Register by 9:15am
Judging begins at 9:30am.
Awards about 10:15am.
Show and Shine participants are restricted to Porsche vehicles only.
Please let us know if you are planning bring guests.
See you there!
Organizer
Robert Safeemail: rsafe@comcast.net
Time
(Saturday) 8:30 am - 11:00 am
05may8:30 am5:00 pmRallye School8:30 am - 5:00 pm Engineering Systems IncNotes:Registration is open
Event Details
Ever wonder what a Rallye is? Want to polish up your Rallye skills? Want to learn the basics of Rallying? Then join us for Rallye School on May 5, 2024. $35.00 registration fee
Event Details
Ever wonder what a Rallye is?
Want to polish up your Rallye skills?
Want to learn the basics of Rallying?
Then join us for Rallye School on May 5, 2024.
$35.00 registration fee per team. Each team must consist of a licensed driver over the age of 18 and a navigator over the age of 16. We are unable to partner individual attendees to run in the practice Rallye, though individual registrants may attend Rallye School for a $18.00 registration fee.
Registration opens at 8:30am on the day of the event. There will be light snacks and beverages served. School will start promptly at 9:00am.
Following Rallye School, a practice Rallye will be held beginning at 12:00 noon, giving attendees the opportunity to practice newly acquired Rallye skills. The practice Rallye will end at The Fireside Grille in Sugar Grove.
See you at Rallye School!!
Organizer
Sharon Olsonemail: gregor@seldenfox.com, cell: 630-405-3934
Time
(Sunday) 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Location
Engineering Systems Inc
4215 Campus Drive, Aurora, IL 60504
Event Details
Start LocationDuPage Airport Flight Center2700 International DriveWest Chicago, IL 60185
Event Details
Start Location
DuPage Airport Flight Center
2700 International Drive
West Chicago, IL 60185
End Location
Fireside Grill
49 Sugar Lane
Sugar Grove, IL
Registration opens: 9:30 a.m.
Short Novice School: 10:00 a.m.
Rallye Team meeting: 10:30 a.m.
First car off: 11:01 a.m.
MUST PRE-REGISTER ONLINE: https://clubregistration.net TEAM FEE – $35
(Driver and navigator must pre-register. Both must sign/verify the e-waiver)
Registration closes at 5pm Friday, May 17, 2024
If this is your first PCA Rallye, it is strongly advised that you attend the Rallye School on May 5th. See PCA Chicago Event Schedule.
Rallye Masters: Ron Micek 630 476-0050 ronald.micek@gmail.com
Martha Kuffel 847 638-2220 mkuffel1@rsafe
Organizer
Sharon Olsonemail: gregor@seldenfox.com, cell: 630-405-3934
Time
(Sunday) 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Location
DuPage Airport Flight Center
2700 International Drive, 49 Sugar Lane, West Chicago, IL 60185
Event Details
The Chicago Region Porsche Club presents RADE, a novice driver school with an emphasis on safety, in Elkhart Lake, WI at Road America—one of the premier racetracks in the country.
Event Details
The Chicago Region Porsche Club presents RADE, a novice driver school with an emphasis on safety, in Elkhart Lake, WI at Road America—one of the premier racetracks in the country. This program, held over the Memorial Day weekend, was developed to teach novice drivers 18+ the skills necessary to drive your Porsche car (Cayenne, Macan or other SUV’s, electric vehicles, and open-wheeled vehicles are not allowed) at its limits in a safe and controlled environment. All students will be provided an in-car instructor to show you the proper “line” around the track, teach how the principles of accel- and deceleration impact your vehicle, and help you learn car awareness on this 4-mile, 14-turn track.
All drivers who have not driven Road America previously should attend the valuable, novice driver’s Zoom orientation meeting on Tuesday, May 21st at 8p, featuring Dana Comolli, President/PCA National Instructor, and veteran Club Race drivers John Ruther and Greg Turek. Additional classroom sessions will be provided at the track on Friday and Saturday.
Registration for this event is exclusively at clubregistration.net where the price schedule is outlined—including premium rates for Early Birds, discounts for 2-driver cars, golf cart rental and an event long-sleeved t-shirt (may not be available if not confirmed prior to May 12th). Online waivers are required for all participants. Your entry will not be not be confirmed if the e-waiver is not completed and payment is not made. Be sure to opt in for text communications to stay up to date with all event announcements.
Cancellations must be made via email to the event coordinator or registrar and will incur a nominal fee after April 3rd. There will be no refunds after May 19th or for no shows at the event due to the cost incurred by the club to rent the track to put on this event.
We recommend booking your hotel room as soon as possible as this is traditionally a very popular weekend in this resort town. Mention PCA Chicago if booking at the Osthoff Resort to receive the discounted block room rate. Siebken’s Resort and the Shore Club are also great options. Alternately, camping is offered through Road America’s website at https://roadamerica.tixonlinenow.com/trackrentalcamping/. Campers will incur an additional $100 fee per campsite to pay Road America security for overnight hours, not included in our contract.
INSTRUCTORS: To accommodate in-car instruction for novice drivers, please sign up as an instructor, if you are comfortable. Instructors will receive a non-transferable, non-divisible $100 promo-code for each day of instruction that can be used toward any other PCA Chicago event. Instructors will be notified at least a week prior if a student is assigned.
Email questions to Cheryl Lehman Collier or Cliff Horn at roadamerica-de@pca-chicago.org.
Organizer
Cheryl Lehman Collier & Cliff Hornroadamerica-de@pca-chicago.org
Time
23 (Thursday) 8:00 pm - 26 (Sunday) 5:00 pm
june 2024
Event Details
Join us Saturday, June 8th from 11am-2pm Registration is completely free, quick, and easy. Each guest requires a ticket. Tickets are limited so please register as soon as possible. This is a PORSCHE
Event Details
Join us Saturday, June 8th from 11am-2pm
Registration is completely free, quick, and easy. Each guest requires a ticket. Tickets are limited so please register as soon as possible. This is a PORSCHE ONLY event.
Porsche Club of America – Chicago Region is joining Barnaba Autosport for the event this year.
Barnaba Autosport has moved into their new building as of about a month ago. Just 1,100 feet from the previous location! It is absolutely amazing and they are so excited for everyone to check out their new facility!
Last year filled the entire block and parking lots with Porsches on display, with over 250 in attendance! Bringing in PCA – Chicago members means MORE PORSCHES!
Expect great food for all. Barnaba is having the on-site, professional chefs, and local catering company, BBQ on Wheels, to serve us all with freshly grilled BBQ. Don’t miss out, it is quite a spread!
There will be beautiful and rare Porsches on display. It will be an exciting sight to see!
Barnaba Autosports will be hosting a free raffle for 20 FREE Annual Maintenances ($400+ value!). One free raffle ticket per Porsche. Winners must be present at time of raffle to receive prize. You must be registered for the event to win (see registration link below). Extra raffle tickets cannot be purchased. This coupon will be valid for one year. See coupon for more details.
This is a PORSCHE ONLY, family friendly event so please bring your Porsche for everyone to view! Feel free to forward the link below to any friends or family with Porsche’s to bring along as well! Just remember, they must be registered to attend. We can’t wait to see you all!
Registration is mandatory for all guests as this is a private event. Remember, PORSCHE ONLY.
Please note: The registration link below will take you to Barnaba Autosport’s Eventbrite registration page. This a little different from the Club Registration page you are probably accustomed to. This allows Barnaba to track registrations and give their catering company a good head count. If you are a PCA member use the designated box when registering.
The Club is looking for 10 volunteers to come out early and help get things set up for this large event. Please send me an email with your contact information and I’ll get you the details. Thanks for the help.
Robert Safe
Social Event Coordinator
rsafe@comcast.net
Sponsored By
Barnaba Autosport
Barnaba Autosport is your Porsche dealership alternative. We are a family business that sells and services all Porsche models including and specializing in the Classics. In our service department, we offer everything from routine maintenance and tires to complete award winning nut & bolt restorations. Our sales department is unlike any other dealership. We complete a full Pre-Purchase Inspection on every Porsche we sell. Anything that doesn’t pass our inspection is serviced or repaired. Every Porsche that we sell is fully up to date on all service, so you won’t have to worry about any upcoming bills. You will not be disappointed! Collectively, we have over 120 years of Porsche knowledge and expertise. Come visit us in Batavia, Illinois and allow us the opportunity to earn your business.
Organizer
Robert Safeemail: rsafe@comcast.net
Time
(Saturday) 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Event Details
Once again, PCA Chicago is hosting a Driver’s Education event dedicated to and for ladies. Have you ever wanted to try your hand at driving on the track but maybe
Event Details
Once again, PCA Chicago is hosting a Driver’s Education event dedicated to and for ladies. Have you ever wanted to try your hand at driving on the track but maybe had some reservations? What were they?
- Too much testosterone at those male-dominated events
- Don’t own a Porsche
- Don’t have the need for speed
- Don’t want to or are intimidated to drive partner’s Porsche
- Don’t want partner’s judgement or advice about driving
Over the years, as we’ve encouraged women to come out and participate, these are the things we’ve heard. Well, now there is an opportunity just for you to get behind the wheel of your Porsche sports car, Porsche SUV, or non-Porsche sports car (electric and open-wheeled vehicles are not allowed) and experience what it is like to drive on the North racetrack in Joliet, IL. It’s a well-established fact that women tend to be better drivers on the track—just ask any PCA driving instructor! Not necessarily faster, though sometimes, but better because they listen to instructions and implement quickly.
This event also has an online classroom session on Monday, June 10th, starting at 7:00 PM where you will learn the basics of safely driving on a racetrack and what to expect during the event. If you have never driven on a racetrack, attending this session is highly recommended. Access information for attending the session will be emailed to new drivers in advance of the session.
This is an event just for ladies (18 or older with a valid driver’s license), run by ladies (and Dana).
Please consider joining us. You never know, you may love it as we all do!
Sponsored By
Napleton Westmont Porsche
Napleton Porsche is here to meet each of your automotive needs by providing friendly service, precise attention to detail and, of course, a superb selection. So whether you’re in the market for a new Porsche model, a pre-owned vehicle, a replacement part or you just need an oil change, be sure to make our Westmont, Illinois dealership your first and only stop.
Organizer
Catherine FischerCattFischer@Gmail.com; 773-726-7310
Time
(Thursday) 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
15jun7:45 am4:00 pmAutocross 17:45 am - 4:00 pm Tire RackNotes:Registration is open
Event Details
Autocross is an inexpensive opportunity to enthusiastically drive your Porsche or other make, in a controlled, and safe environment. Drivers navigate through per-determined course outlined with road cones. You will test
Event Details
Autocross is an inexpensive opportunity to enthusiastically drive your Porsche or other make, in a controlled, and safe environment. Drivers navigate through per-determined course outlined with road cones.
You will test and improve your driving skills while experiencing the impressive handling performance of your car.
Everyone is encouraged to attend, particularly if you plan to participate in any other driving events throughout the year. Join us for some fun while becoming a better driver!
Registration opens: 7:50 am (No walk ups allowed, must be registered on clubreg and paid)
Course Open to Walk 8:30 am
Registration closes: 8:50 am
Drivers meeting: 9:15 am
First group starts: 9:30 am
Sponsored By
Midwest Performance Cars
MPC Professionals care about the performance of your import vehicle and overall satisfaction. We stand behind our work with triple the industry standard warranty — 3 years or 100,000 miles. Our integrity, values and morals are clear, we understand you have many choices for your auto service and we aim to be an open book with all the steps and services we perform as part of the MPC experience.
Organizer
David Bowersdavidbowers13@gmail.com
Time
(Saturday) 7:45 am - 4:00 pm
21jun7:00 am5:30 pmBlackhawk 27:00 am - 5:30 pm Blackhawk Farms RacewayNotes:Registration is open
Event Details
This event is open to all sport cars that pass tech (Cayenne, Macan or other SUV’s, electric vehicles, and open-wheeled vehicles are not allowed) and to all drivers 18 and
Event Details
This event is open to all sport cars that pass tech (Cayenne, Macan or other SUV’s, electric vehicles, and open-wheeled vehicles are not allowed) and to all drivers 18 and older from novice to experienced. Run groups will be based on driver experience. A separate novice group with both on track and classroom instruction will be provided.
This event also has an online classroom session on Wednesday, June 19th, starting at 7:00 PM where you will learn the basics of safely driving on a racetrack and what to expect during the event. If you have never driven on a racetrack, attending this session is highly recommended. Access information for attending the session will be emailed to new drivers in advance of the session.
Sponsored By
The Porsche Exchange
The Porsche Exchange is a Porsche exclusive dealership that operates out of Highland Park. We have been here for over 30 years and we have worked with thousands of Porsche customers and enthusiasts over the years. We would love to work with you. Though we may be a large dealer with over 100 new Porsche models routinely in stock, we are still a family-owned dealership, and we look forward to each and every customer interaction.
Organizer
Todd Conforti & Pete Hackensonblackhawk-de@pca-chicago.org, 847-254-1527
Time
(Friday) 7:00 am - 5:30 pm
22junAll DayGolf Outing(All Day: saturday) White Pines Golf ClubNotes:Registration is open
Event Details
The return of the Chicago Region Ed Barnicle Memorial Golf Outing. The outing is capped at 18 foursomes. Put together your squad or join us as a single and we will
Event Details
The return of the Chicago Region Ed Barnicle Memorial Golf Outing.
The outing is capped at 18 foursomes. Put together your squad or join us as a single and we will find a foursome for you. 18 hole scramble, best ball.
Hole Sponsors: Sponsorship opportunities available.
White Pines Golf Club
500 W. Jefferson St
Bensenville
Sponsored By
Midwest Performance Cars
MPC Professionals care about the performance of your import vehicle and overall satisfaction. We stand behind our work with triple the industry standard warranty — 3 years or 100,000 miles. Our integrity, values and morals are clear, we understand you have many choices for your auto service and we aim to be an open book with all the steps and services we perform as part of the MPC experience.
Organizer
Adam Kern
Time
All Day (Saturday)
Location
White Pines Golf Club
500 W Jefferson St., Bensenville, IL, 60106
Event Details
We are invited back to the Westmont Crusin’ Nights & Street Fair. Sports Car Night, Thursday, June 27, 2024, from 5 to 9 PM. Live music, cool cars, festival environment
Event Details
We are invited back to the Westmont Crusin’ Nights & Street Fair. Sports Car Night, Thursday, June 27, 2024, from 5 to 9 PM. Live music, cool cars, festival environment – walk with your beverage throughout the event, food & beverage specials, kids activities, and 3 blocks of streets closed off and dedicated to classic car parking! This is a popular and long running Westmont community event, and our members always enjoy it.
PCA members who sign up will back-in park together starting in front of the popular NEAT Kitchen + Bar and on both sides of the street. The event is located on Cass Avenue in Downtown Westmont north of the BNSF railroad tracks to Naperville Road. Cass Avenue will be closed at 4:30. PCA members can then enter the event from Norfolk Avenue near Bank of America, 139 N. Cass Avenue. Volunteers in orange shirts will help direct you to the designated PCA parking area.
Please note: This is not a PCA – Chicago region event, but we need to let the Westmont organizers know how many PCA cars to expect, so please register on Club Registration so we can get a car count for them. Last year we had a new record high of 56 signed up and a very good time was reported. Once again, our good friends and fellow enthusiasts in the Windy City BMW club are hoping to break our record this year. You know what to do. Registration closes June 25.
Look for 2024 updated information about the event here, when it becomes available: https://westmontevents.com/cruisin-nights
Organizer
Robert Safeemail: rsafe@comcast.net
Time
(Thursday) 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location
Downtown Westmont
139 N. Cass Ave
Event Details
Porsche Club of America-Chicago Region is hosting this unique opportunity to learn the fundamental skills necessary for Precision Care Control from our talented members and instructors. Fundamentals include extreme braking,
Event Details
Porsche Club of America-Chicago Region is hosting this unique opportunity to learn the fundamental skills necessary for Precision Care Control from our talented members and instructors. Fundamentals include extreme braking, importance of vehicle balance, fastest and safest line through a turn and many other skills that directly transfer to daily driving, autocross, high speed Driver’s Education and even racing! Experience what it looks and feels like to REALLY control your Porsche in a safe, controlled environment.
Who should attend?
Anyone wanting to improve their driving skills, has a need for speed, or wishes to understand and experience the capability of their vehicle in a safe, closed-course environment. This is also great for folks who plan to participate in other extreme car control, Autocross or Driver’s Education events.
What should I expect?
Classroom and in-car instruction with a heavy emphasis on driving because we believe the best way to learn is to do it! The classroom sessions cover the fundamentals of performance driving and Autocross, the events our club use to test and improve these skills. You’ll also receive personal in-car instruction while navigating through various exercises marked by traffic cones. Finally, you’ll be coached by volunteer PCA-experienced drivers as you negotiate a complete, untimed Autocross course, at your own speed. This event will occur rain or shine (besides, some driving exercises are more fun in the rain!).
Autocross School co-coordinators David Bowers and Joe Morsello, along with a whole host of volunteer instructors, will be putting on this first driving event of the season.
Please be prepared to display a valid driver’s license. Minors must provide junior waivers signed by at least one parent (preferably both).
Snell 2015 SA- or M-approved or newer helmets are required but a few loaner helmets will be available. See the sponsors section of our website for PCA Chicago supporters who can provide you with appropriately sized equipment to meet your needs.
Organizer
David Bowersdavidbowers13@gmail.com
Time
(Saturday) 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
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