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Hi Larry,

Would be interested in sharing Hot August Nights
<http://hotaugustnights.net/> with your readership?


*Happy to set up any interviews or pass along more information about our
over 290 events. Here's a link to our Facebook
<https://www.facebook.com/HotAugustNights/> page. Thank you,Ana *


On Mon, May 7, 2018 at 10:53 AM, Ana Casas <ana@theabbiagency.com> wrote:

> Hi Larry,
>
> Since 1986, Hot August Nights <http://hotaugustnights.net/> has been
> cruising into the “Biggest Little City,�?? and attracting new classic car and
> nostalgia enthusiasts from across the globe. This year, thousands will view
> the rows of polished chrome Aug. 3–Aug. 12, 2018 in Virginia City, Reno and
> Sparks.
>
> The 10 day-long festival pays homage to yesteryear by commemorating 1976
> and older automobiles and vintage trailers with daily Show-n-Shines,
> nightly cruises, automotive expos and free entertainment from the 50s, 60s,
> 70s and so much more!
>
> Attendees can’t help but kick off their blue suede shoes and groove to the
> sound of rock n’ roll. Drag Races, AutoCross and Drifting, oh’my! If you
> like watching from the stands, or getting behind the wheel for some
> friendly competition—there is never a dull moment at Hot August Nights!
>
> Below is a press release with more information for editorial
> consideration. Please let me know if I can provide any other information.
> Click here
> <https://www.dropbox.com/sh/s5r8dp0cmw909qk/AACEKmysqWr5DAejSIq290K5a?dl=0>
>  to download high res photos.
>
> Thank you,
> Ana
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>
> ANA CASAS
> account coordinator
>
> Work: 775 323 2977 <+17753232977>
> Cell: 775 230 9374 <+17752309374>
>
> The Abbi Agency <http://www.theabbiagency.com/>
> 1385 Haskell Street
> Reno, NV 89509
>
>
>
>
> *Media Contacts:Heather Libretti, hlibretti@hotaugustnights.net
> <hlibretti@hotaugustnights.net>, 775.997.9546Haley Gibbs,
> haley@theabbiagency.com <haley@theabbiagency.com>, 775.313.6135 FOR
> IMMEDIATE RELEASE Hot August Nights cruises into the “Biggest Little City�??
> with new and expanded events The impressive lineup of events grows to meet
> the demand of spectatorsRENO, Nev. (May 2018) — Over 6,000 vehicles will
> call the streets of Northern Nevada home for the 32nd Annual Hot August
> Nights festival. The week-long celebration commences in the historic mining
> town of Virginia City, Nev. on Friday, Aug. 3 to Saturday, Aug. 4. Then
> it's down the mountainside to the Main Event in Reno-Sparks, Nev. starting
> Sunday, Aug. 5 through Sunday, Aug. 13, 2018.  Hot August Nights is the
> world’s premier classic car event bringing hundreds of thousands of
> visitors and car participants to northern Nevada with over $81 million in
> new non-local monies economically impacting to the Reno-Tahoe area. Since
> 1986, the festival has been celebrating nostalgia, rock n’ roll and
> everything cars. Now considered an iconic special event in the region, the
> not-for-profit organization brings a new level of excitement to each year’s
> event for spectators alike.  “We are bringing a set of new, vibrant and
> thrilling events to the fingertips of our attendees that will leave them at
> the edge of their seats,�?? says Executive Director of Hot August Nights Mike
> Whan. “By combining tradition, with novelty, we have added to our
> impressive line-up while staying true to our roots.�?? For the first time in
> Hot August Nights history, the classic car and nostalgia festival will
> commemorate its roots by hosting the Official Hot August Nights Kick-Off
> Show-n-Shine in Washoe County’s Rancho San Rafael Regional Park on Sunday,
> Aug. 5. Classic vehicles are invited to drive on the grass and showcase
> their wheels, while attendees admire the hundreds of restored and
> refurbished vehicles—just like it was on the very first day that Hot August
> Nights began on August 1, 1986. Individuals will be able to listen and
> enjoy live entertainment as well as food from local vendors. On Wednesday,
> Aug. 8, Vintage Trailer Revival invites participants and their 1976 and
> older vintage trailers to dry camp and shine at Washoe County’s Rancho San
> Rafael Regional Park. Returning celebrity judges Justin & Anna Scribner of
> Flyte Camp and hosts of FLIPPIN’ RVs on the Travel Channel will admire and
> judge the craftsmanship and artistry of these vintage trailers. Attendees
> alike will travel back in time as they take a look at these rolling pieces
> of relics. Adding an extra day, Drag Races & Burnouts at the Nugget Casino
> Resort in Sparks returns for its seventh consecutive year. Now starting on
> Wednesday, Aug. 8, participants will get their adrenaline pumping by
> watching drivers race down a 1/16-mile track, while AutoCross & Drifting
> presented by AMSOIL provides more excitement with an additional day and
> longer hours stirring up the dust also beginning on Wednesday at the
> Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center. With four new multi-tracks that are
> more intricate, professional drivers will continue to test their skills as
> they maneuver from turn to turn. Throughout Reno and Sparks, there is more
> than $150,000 in cash and prizes available throughout the event’s combined
> Show-n-Shines at participating venues. The largest prize purse in the
> nation is the Hot August Nights Cup presented by Downtown Reno and in
> partnership with VisitRenoTahoe.com, where attendees can be left speechless
> by 40 of the world’s elite restored and modified cars that are competing
> for top honors. The Best of Show will alone take home a prize purse worth
> more than $30,000 in cash and prizes. The event will now be held within the
> Reno Ballroom in downtown Reno incorporating temporary installations
> involving mirrors, lights and lifts. The sleek design of the latest makes
> and models are shining for Tomorrow’s Classics beginning on Wednesday, Aug.
> 8. The only Show-n-Shine at Hot August Nights that is open to cars 1977 and
> newer. This premium car show welcomes all modernized set of wheels to
> compete at the Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center. With free nightly
> concerts throughout the weeklong festival, attendees will be able to groove
> to the sounds of rock n’ roll with a lineup of local entertainment and
> music legends. This year, introducing The Garage, a preferred seating
> experience, offers guests 21-year or older to enjoy live entertainment at
> Grand Sierra Resort and Casino outdoor stage. Attendees will be able to
> experience the comfort and style of the V.I.P. treatment while singing
> along to Eddie Money, Starship and Kool and the Gang.  There are over 290
> events to choose from, ensuring there is something for everyone to enjoy at
> Hot August Nights. For more information and event schedule, visit
> HotAugustNights.net <https://hotaugustnights.net/>. ###About Hot August
> Nights:Hot August Nights, a nonprofit organization, is the world’s premier
> classic car event, annually drawing hundreds of thousands of spectators and
> participants to northern Nevada to revel in nostalgia, enjoy top
> entertainers from the ‘50s, ‘60s and ‘70s and participate in a variety of
> events including Show-n-Shines, controlled cruises, an auction, drag races,
> and more. For more information, call (775) 356-1956 or visit
> hotaugustnights.net <http://www.hotaugustnights.net/>. For the latest
> updates on Hot August Nights, visit Facebook.com/HotAugustNights
> <http://www.facebook.com/HotAugustNights> or on Twitter @HotAugustNights
> <https://twitter.com/HotAugustNights>.*
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