# Event Details

- **Event Name**: *#$^ MidSUMMER Chitown Gathering
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 25 Jul, 2026 at 11:00 am (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: ___REFERENCE!___
https://www.oldcarsstronghearts.com/ocsh-cruise-nights/2026-ocsh-steaknshake-events/


___WHEN?___
07.25.2026
Saturday
11a-10p+
RAIN OR SHINE


___WHAT?___
Lunch
Gathering
Dinner
Cruise Night
While everyone here the entire day would be wonderful, this is not always possible; thus, this is designed so people can come & go as wanted-needed.


___WHO?___
You & everyone
ALL vehicles (makes-models-years) WELCOME
FAMILY EVENT


___WHY?___
Meeting new people, seeing vintage vehicles & spending time with friends is awesome!


___WHERE?___
Steak'n'Shake
290 S RANDALL RD 
ELGIN IL 60123

...just south of historic US Rt 20:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/U.S._Route_20


___CONSIDER!___
Turning Back Time annual show, Sycamore IL, 07.26.2026

Staying overnight? The Elgin area has many lodging choices! Check out:
https://business.elginchamber.com/list/Search/hospitality-692365?cid=465779


___INSPIRATION!___
Prior MidSummer Chitown Gatherings:
07.26.2008
07.25.2009
07.24.2010

Quote from an attendee, ChitownChevy:
"It would take hell or high water for me to miss this. This is such a great event ... I highly suggest everyone try to make this even if it is for only a short time just to say hi. This is such a laid back friendly group of people."

https://www.facebook.com/OldCarsStrongHearts/posts/pfbid0hPfDivPbzzXt3z2tjymeALmCkeFzs9R5zrACQbADXp9FiQm9KsepBzR1MKKbE8mnl


___LINKS!___
RADIO (see & hear me)
https://www.cdshowcase.com/2025-cd-showcase/

OC,SH NETWORK
https://www.oldcarsstronghearts.com/ocsh-network/

WEBSITES EVENTS
https://www.cdshowcase.com/events/
https://www.cdconsultingservice.com/events/
https://www.oldcarsstronghearts.com/ocsh-cruise-nights

FACEBOOK EVENTS
https://www.facebook.com/TruckerPuck/events
https://www.facebook.com/OldCarsStrongHearts/events
https://www.facebook.com/CDShowcase/events
https://www.facebook.com/CDConsultingService/events
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/elgin/$^-midsummer-chitown-gathering/200029374351127
- **Event Categories**: meetups
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 28

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Elgin
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Steak'n'Shake, Elgin IL
- **lat**: 42.02651
- **long**: -88.33949
- **full address**: Steak'n'Shake, Elgin IL, 290 Randall Rd, Elgin, IL 60123-5529, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: *#$^ MidSUMMER Chitown Gathering
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is *#$^ MidSUMMER Chitown Gathering being held?
  - **A:** *#$^ MidSUMMER Chitown Gathering takes place on Sat, 25 Jul, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sat, 25 Jul, 2026 at 11:00 am at Steak'n'Shake, Elgin IL, 290 Randall Rd, Elgin, IL 60123-5529, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing *#$^ MidSUMMER Chitown Gathering?
  - **A:** *#$^ MidSUMMER Chitown Gathering is organized by Old Cars, Strong Hearts.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** *#$^ MidSUMMER Chitown Gathering is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Elgin, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If *#$^ MidSUMMER Chitown Gathering sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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