The Venue.
Mission Inn Resort & Club. Howey in the Hills , Florida.
Our host hotel is the award winning, Mission Inn Resort & Club. Located just 30 minutes northwest of Orlando, it is a setting adorned with Spanish architecture, spring fed lakes and historic oaks.
This 1000 acre resort welcomes guests from around the globe with the grace and hospitality of a plush private estate.
While the car enthusiast in the family enjoys the "Rolling Sculptures" on display , others can enjoy the spa, tennis, golf, skeet shooting, boating, fine dining and other amenities.
Taking center stage are 36 holes of championship golf. Boasting rare tee to green elevations of 85 feet, towering forests and sparkling lakes, the courses are absolutely spectacular. Both courses hold a Four star rating and have been recognized as "Best places to play" North America, by Golf Digest.  * Friday, March 4th 7:00pm-9:00pm Cocktails on the Terrace & Drivers Reception. La Margarita Lounge Terrace. 
The evening before the tour, drivers and automotive enthusissts alike will gather on the terrace overlooking the pristine fairways and rolling hills. As the sun sets, guests will enjoy fine wines, handcrafted cocktails and robust cigars while preparing for the tour the next morning.
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Saturday, March 5th 10:00am-2:00pm Tour of the Lake Region. Mission Inn Resort & Club.
On Saturday morning, drivers will gather at the Mission Inn Resort & Club to embark on an exciting journey throughout the rolling hills and country roads of the surrounding area.
Its all about driving for this event and we have laid out an exciting route with stops planned along the way at fun and intersting venues. The tour ends with lunch and a ribbon presentation for each participating car.
* Saturday, March 5th 2:30 pm-4:30pm Dealer Ride & Drive Experience. Mission Inn Resort & Club. A variety of dealerships will be onsite offering ride and drive experiences to interested attendees. Drivers will be given a presentation of the vehicles and then take to the open road to fully experience them in a no pressure introduction. * Saturday, March 5th 7:00 pm-10:00pm Wine Connoisseurs Dinner. La Hacienda, Mission Inn Resort & Club. The evening begins as guests are greeted with signature cocktails on the terrace while taking in magnificent views of the lakes and fairways. It is not uncommon to have a deer or eagle pass by while in this pristine setting. 
Once everyone is seated, a multi-course meal will be served with each dish being paired to a specially chosen wine to further enhance the dining experience. A wine expert will be on hand to personally introduce each vintage.
At the evenings conclusion, fine cigars and cognac will be offered "under the stars".
* Sunday, March 6th 10:00 am-4:00pm Motorsports Gathering & Display of Exotics. Mission Inn Resort & Club.
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On Sunday, a fantastic display of the world's finest automobiles, motorcycles, watercraft and luxury lifestyle products will be placed for display on the fairway alongside the golf clubhouse. Our field is diverse, showcasing vintage and contemporary vehicles of all makes and models including motorcycles, race boats, and other exciting vehicles.
Attendees view this event as a weekend "retreat" where they can relax and get to experience products on a more intimate level in a casual setting.
Attendees will enjoy on site cafes serving the finest culinary offerings, smooth jazz, wine tastings, cigar smokes, luxury lifestyle displays, fashion shows, automotive art displays, dealer ride & drives and more.
It's all about our participants at the Festivals of Speed.
For those that take the time and effort to share their prized possessions, we roll out the red carpet by offering the finest in hospitality and gifts from our sponsors.
The fairway and natural beauty of the resort is sure to make for a magnificent setting.
Our VIP pavillion is well appointed and offers the best seats in the house to see the awards presentation. VIP's will enjoy fine wine, festive cocktails, exciting culinary offerings and more. Festivals of Speed is an automotive event that allows you to enjoy your passion with your family. By operating at fine resorts with an endless variety of amenities, we offer the chance for you to enjoy your passion while your family enjoys theirs.  The day ends with a lavish awards presentation taking place in front of a crowd of thousands. Class winning cars will drive along the fairway to receive their awards in front of the stage while being interviewed by the master of ceremonies. Cameras flash and people cheer as their favorite vehicles take their place to accept an award. |
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