During the 52nd anniversary of Antique Auto Days on July 16 and 17, you'll see dozens of classic, vintage, antique, hot rods, muscle cars and much more all parked on the Village Green at the Boothbay Railway Village. This all makes and models show in partnership with the Maine Obsolete Auto League (MOALS) is a car lover’s dream.

Anyone who owns a classic, antique, hot rod, muscle car, rat rod or other cool vehicle is invited to show it off on the Village Green on July 16 and 17. If you are not a member of MOALS there is just a small $5 entry fee upon arrival, no pre-registration required. Car owners receive free admission to the Museum and a commemorative dash plaque. A People’s Choice trophy will also be awarded.

Returning for the second year but with an expanded course right in the middle of the car show field is valve cover racing.  Visitors can build their own and bring it along to test it out on the track. MOALS members and others will also demonstrate their creations. Valve cover racing is a competitive event similar to the Pinewood derby, but vehicles are made from a valve cover from an internal combustion car engine, rather than of wood blocks. This hot new hobby for auto enthusiasts is fun for all ages. 

The Crown Vics, a rockabilly band from the Bangor area, will play from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday. On Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., live music will be provided by the Scott Davis Blues Band. The food court will include everything from barbecue to wood-fired pizza to ice cream. 

The show also features an Auto Parts Swap Meet & Flea Market and will offer collectors a chance to scoop up a deal throughout the weekend. Those who wish to set up in the flea market need to register in advance. A form is available on the Museum’s website. The fee is just $10 for a 10' by 10' space for the entire weekend.

Rails, Tails, & Ales also returns for the second year on Saturday, July 16 from noon to 4 p.m. Ten Maine breweries will be serving more than 25 different beers. Tickets for a wristband to enjoy ten 4 ounce beer tastings is just $35 (must be 21) and include Museum admission as well as a unique souvenir beer mug. Tasting tickets are on sale on the Museum’s website and or upon arrival at the Museum. 

The traditional Sunday afternoon parade through downtown Boothbay Harbor will depart the Museum grounds at 2 p.m. Guests are encouraged to come see the show before that time as many of the cars head directly for home after the parade.

The Museum will be open both days from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission to the Museum including the car show, flea market and, of course, train rides is $12 for adults, $10 for seniors, and $5 for children. Museum Members are free. Contact the Boothbay Railway Village for more information at (207) 633-4727, or online at www.railwayvillage.org. The Boothbay Railway Village is located at 586 Wiscasset Road, Route 27 in Boothbay, Maine.