FINALLY SUCCESS

After two rescheduling episodes, we finally had a beautiful day for a most enjoyable event. Great new venue along Broadway St. in downtown Natchez strong mix of entries, including motorcycles, 8 plane formation air show and finally weather that could not have been better. The change of venue to pavement and to randomly park the field, as opposed to class parking, seemed to create a lot more interaction between owners and spectators. General Manager of the Grand Hotel, Walter Tipton and his staff could not have been more accommodating and we thank them very much.

FUTURE CONSIDERATION

We realize that needing to change the date twice before finally coming to an acceptable weather forecast date caused many to change and recharge their plans, but we had no choice in our determination to save the show.

However, the entry form states that you "realized you had an obligation to inform me if you needed to cancel". Many of you did not, but let me tell you why the courtesy to have done so was important. When you no show without notice it puts a very unnecessary burden on the judges to try to locate your entry, especially when we have open parking opposed to by Class. Also, we often need to adjust space allocation when we have excessive "No Shows"! Please try to be more thoughtful if you plan to show at a future Euro Fest!

SHOW TIME THIS SUNDAY
APRIL 18TH

Due to the rain forecast in Natchez, the Euro Fest has been rescheduled for Sunday, April 18th, starting at 11:00 am with Awards Presentation beginning at 3:00 pm. It will be held on Broadway St., the Western most street in downtown Natchez, running North and South. Entries will be parked at the Southern corner of the Grand Hotel stretching North on both sides of the street. All parking will be on pavement, and cars will be placed on a first come basis, not by Class, except for the Grand Saloon Class, which will have designated parking.

The "Pick Up Your Packet" Party will be held on SATURDAY, April 17th from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm at Epyk, a vintage but new inside-outside venue, 511 Main St., at the corner of Locus Alley. Heavy Hors d' oeuvres with a cash bar. You can stay for dinner or dine else where and return if you like. Entries will continue to be considered thru Saturday the 17th. Hopefully this final plan will work for you, if it does not, please email me at www.mike_marsh@bellsouth.net.

If you are unable to attend the "Pick Up Your Packet" party on Saturday, the packets will be available on Sunday at the show site.

CARAVANS CANCELLED

CLEAN UP AREA

WEAR YOUR CREDENTIALS

Even though we have had to reschedule and reduce the size of this year's Euro Fest show, be sure to wear your Euro Fest credentials when touring Natchez. You will receive the credentials at the "Pick Up Your Packet" Party. If you wear the credentials at The Kitchen restaurant, you can receive a complimentary treat and drink, prior to dining, compliments of the Chef. Rosalie mansion also will give a $5.00 discount off the cost of a ticket when wearing your credentials.

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PLAN "C"

Due to a forecast of 4 straight days of rain in Natchez, the Euro Fest has been rescheduled for Sunday, April 18th, starting at 11:00 am with Awards Presentation beginning at 3:00 pm. It will be held on Broadway St., the Western most street in downtown Natchez, running North and South. Entries will be parked at the Southern corner of the Grand Hotel stretching North on both sides of the street. All parking will be on pavement and cars will be placed on a first come basis, not by Class, except for the Grand Saloon Class, which will have designated parking.

The "Pick Up Your Packet" Party will be held on SATURDAY, April 17th from 5:00- 7:00 at Epyk, a vintage but new inside-outside venue, 511 Main St., at the corner of Locus Alley. Heavy Hors d' oeuvres with a cash bar. You can stay for dinner or dine else where and return if you like. Entries will continue to be considered until Friday, April 16th. Hopefully this final plan will work for you, if it does not, please email me at www.mike_marsh@bellsouth.net.

Also, if you need to adjust your hotel reservations, please do so SAP.

CARAVANS CANCELLED

LOOKING FORWARD TO NEXT WEEKEND

A few have had to cancel due to our rescheduling the Natchez Euro Fest to April 17th, but it looks like we will still have the largest field of entries we have ever had. If your plans change and you are able to join us, please do.

ROOMS STILL AVAILABLE

Although the Magnolia Bluffs Casino Hotel is sold out, there are still a few rooms left at The Hotel Vue, 601.653.8888. Also 10 rooms are being held until Monday at the Grand Hotel, 601.446.9994. Both offer Euro Fest rates of $109.

DINNER AT THE KITCHEN

If you have not cancelled your reservations for dinner this weekend at The Kitchen, if you like, please do so. Re-book for Friday or Saturday the 16-17th by going to their web site, https://www.thekitchennatchez.com.

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THE WEATHER REQUIRES RESCHEDULING

You have, no doubt, been watching the weekend weather forecast, which calls for heavy rain Wednesday thru Saturday night. It is what it is, and we therefore have rescheduled the 2021 Natchez Euro Fest to Friday-Saturday, April 16-17.

All aspects of the event will remain the same, just a week later. Entries will open back today for those that have not entered yet. We will leave all current entries as they are, assuming you will be able to join us; however, if you are unable to do so, please email me www.mike_marsh@bellsouth.net concerning your plans.

You will also need to cancel and re book your hotel rooms TODAY to avoid payment and your dinner reservations as well.

Time to make lemonade out of lemons, hope you will join us.

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FINAL WEEKEND TO PREPARE

Entries need to be made before midnight on Sunday, April 4th. Your cooperation will be appreciated. To make sure you have not missed anything and thus have a more enjoyable weekend, please go to the web site and review the Updates, which contain some adjustment that have had to be made to deal with changing situations. It will take you about 5 minutes but may save you a lot of confusion when you arrive.

Again, if a RAIN DATE needs to be declared, it will be done via the web site by Friday the 9th at 8:00 AM.

WELCOME RECEPTION PACKET PARTY

The "Packet Party" will be held from 5:00-7:00 at The Sponsor's Hospitality Tent, on the lawn (Show Field) of Rosalie Mansion, 100 Orleans St. The combined Road Rally drives will be escorted there upon arrival in Natchez and others are welcome to arrive individually between 5:00 & 7:00. If the Road Rally participants would like to continue on to their hotel to check in and then return to the party, they may certainly do so by just continuing straight on Canal St. rather than turning in at Rosalie.

Hors d' oeuvres will be complimentary provided by The Kitchen who will have a cash bar as well. Soft drinks, beer and wine will be provided by our generous sponsors.You may leave you cars on the show field that night if you like. Security will be on the grounds from from sundown to sun up.

PARKING

SHOW FIELD PARKING

Click the image above to download a map of the Show Field Parking by Class. Please print it off and review, so you can proceed right to your designated area Saturday morning. We will have Team Members, wearing neon vests, in your area to assist you in exact positioning.

TONY WATTS & LORY LOCKWOOD RETURNING

New Orleans automotive artist Tony Watts & Lory Lockwood will be returning to the 5th Annual Natchez Euro Fest

FINAL CLASS ADJUSTMENTS

"DISPLAY ONLY" ENTRIES

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FINAL TWO WEEKS TO REGISTER

FINAL CLASS ADJUSTMENTS

WRAP UP PARTY ALL SET

FEATURED PARTICIPANTS

RAIN DATE

In the event of inclement weather, the rain date will be April 16-17. Notice to that affect will be given by email no later than 12:00 AM Friday, April 9th. If you still have a reservation at the Vue Hotel, make sure you read the Update from yesterday. After this Thursday, March 25th the Vue will NOT refund for cancellations. That is the main reason we suggest you move your reservation to the Magnolia Bluffs Casino Hotel.

601.861.4600, discount code Euro Fest.

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IMMEDIATE ACTION REQUIRED

The Vue Hotel has just informed me that their cancellation deadline is 2 weeks (14 days). We have, therefore, moved to the Magnolia Bluffs Casino Hotel as our HQ hotel.

YOU will need to cancel your Vue Reservations if you like. Their number again is 601.653.8888. Suggest you get a cancellation number, and you must do it by Thursday, March 25th or YOUR credit card will be charged. If however you still want to stay there, keep in mind that our rain date is April 16-17.

The rate at the Magnolia Bluffs Casino Hotel is $103, and the code is Euro Fest. They have blocked enough rooms to cover the cancellations from the Vue. Unfortunately, the Magnolia Bluffs Hotel does not have any food or bar service at this time. An announcement will be made SAP as to the new location of our Friday evening "Packet Party" Reception, but it will remain from 5:00-7:00. The choice of where you might like to now stay is totally yours, and I deeply regret the hassle and confusion the hotel situation has caused.

Please give me a call with any questions or comments.

CORRECTION FROM 03.11.21 UPDATE

Besides the complimentary treat and drink, prior to dinning, compliments of the Chef at The Kitchen, which was listed in the 03.11.2021 Update yesterday, Rosalie mansion will give a $5.00 discount when wearing your credentials also. Purchase your tickets at the gift shop right by the entrance to the show field.

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ROAD RALLY DRIVES ALL SET

Take a look at the recent entries. From a magnificent Morris Traveler to an extremely rare, vintage Ferrari. From a 1935 Morgan 2 Sport to a beautiful Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster. We are all in for an automotive feast!

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VERY DIVERSE FIELD OF CLASSICS, EXOTICS & LIMITED PRODUCTION FORMING FOR 5TH NATCHEZ EURO FEST

With just four weeks to go with registration, about half of the field is set. As soon as you can, please sign up.

Yesterday, The Governor removed the Mississippi mask mandate but still recommends wearing one, especially indoors (except when eating or drinking), should we be able to move our Friday night reception inside. Wonderful to see Covid situation improving in Mississippi. Let's hope it continues.

This Porsche 356 became a labor of love during a 31 month restoration. It will be in the Featured Marque Class, Porsche 356 Closed, in Natchez. Hopefully it will give inspiration to some of us to quit talking about it and getting to work on our projects.

The Magnolia Bluffs Casino Hotel has been added as featured hotel to our Natchez room offerings.

The Friday night Welcome Reception will remain at the Vue Hotel.

To book your room at The Magnolia Casino Hotel:
Call 601.861.4600
Discount Code: Euro Fest
Rate $103
Get confirmation # and use at check in

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NATCHEZ TOOK A HIT

Although last week's weather did some damage in Natchez, things are getting back to normal. However, many are still without water and power. In that regard, the storm took out the internet at our HQ Hotel Vue and took the phone system with it. Many of you tried to call and make reservations but did not get through. A temporary phone system is in place, and you may now book your rooms using the same phone number as before. Thank you for your patience in dealing with Mother Nature!

Call 601.653.8888
Discount Code: Euro Fest
Rate $109
Get confirmation # and save for check in

The Magnolia Bluffs Casino Hotel has been added as featured hotel to our Natchez room offerings.

The Friday night Welcome Reception will remain at the Vue Hotel.

To book your room at The Magnolia Casino Hotel:
Call 601.861.4600
Discount Code: Euro Fest
Rate $103
Get confirmation # and use at check in

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WOW! WHAT A START NATCHEZ EURO FEST
APRIL 9-10

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