ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 19, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — The Festivals of Speed is returning to Orlando November 29th through December 1st, 2013. The 2013 Festivals of Speed Orlando, Presented by Fields Auto Group, will unite a showcase of the best in automotive, aircraft, marine and motorcycle design along with the finest in culinary and luxury products. Adding to the excitement of the weekend, three-time IndyCar Champion Bobby Rahal will be in attendance as the honorary chairman with display vehicles from Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing as well as his own personal collection. A feature vehicle of the weekend will be the Pagani Huayra Carbon Fiber Edition from Pagani Miami.
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The 8th Annual Festivals of Speed Orlando will be filmed and broadcasted nationally by WEALTH TV and renowned automotive enthusiast and host Dennis Gage will be onsite filming My Classic Car for both Velocity by Discovery and MAVTV networks. Lou Ann Hammond will also be attending throughout the weekend as a charity guest judge for Sunday's main event. Ms. Hammond's extensive expertise has led her to hold prestigious positions as juror on the North American Car/Truck of the Year, Women's World Car of the Year, and Concept car of the Year.
The itinerary for this luxury event weekend is as follows:
Luxury Lifestyle Jet Port Reception, MCO
Friday, November 29, 2013 8:00pm – 11:00pm
This reception will feature a preview of unique vehicles as well as a display of aircraft, watercraft and luxury lifestyle items. World-renowned pilot Thom Richard will be attending with his P-51 Mustang "Precious Metal" as well. The setting is complete with gourmet food stations, top shelf open bar, fine wine and spirits tastings, luxury timepiece displays, elegant jewelry as well as a live and silent auction to benefit the Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children. Entertainment will include a full performance from the Orlando Jazz Orchestra.
Wine Connoisseur's Dinner, Norman's at the Ritz-Carlton Orlando
Saturday, November 30, 2013 7:30pm – 10:00pm
Guests will enjoy a multi-course wine dinner with each course paired to a specific wine. Following the meal will be cigars and a fine cognac tasting experience.
8th Annual Festivals of Speed Motorsports Display at the Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes
Sunday, December 1, 2013 10:00am – 4:00pm
A collection of over 300 exotic cars, motorcycle and watercraft. Guests will view a rare display of vintage and contemporary vehicles placed for display amidst the splendor and hospitality of the beautiful Grande Lakes resort. Automotive designs by Pagani, Lamborghini, Audi, Porsche, Ferrari, Bentley, Rolls-Royce, Aston-Martin, BMW, Mercedes, McLaren and more will be on display along with fine wines, exciting culinary offerings, smooth jazz in the gardens and luxury lifestyle displays featuring fine jewelry and timepieces.
Tickets can be purchased in advance at www.festivalsofspeed.com or by calling 352-385-9450. For more information on the Festivals of Speed, please visit www.festivalsofspeed.com or www.facebook.com/festivalsofspeed.
About Festivals of Speed
Headquartered in Eustis, Florida, Festivals of Speed was founded by Joe Sabatini as the ultimate luxury showcase for discerning enthusiasts with a passion for all forms of transportation. With a series of extremely special events scheduled throughout the year, Festivals of Speed joins the very best in automotive, aircraft, marine and motorcycle transportation with the finest culinary, wine, spirits, and fashion for the ultimate luxury experience. For more information, please visit www.festivalsofspeed.com,www.facebook.com/festivalsofspeed or call 352-385-9450.
Contact:
LYNDSAY EDELSTEIN
Email
305-814-2367