Host Hotel – The DoubleTree Hotel in Cranberry
Thursday, July 16th:
Drive, Rally, and Garden Party
A morning Rally and afternoon lunch are planned with the guidance of John Corey, JCNA Rally Committee Chair. Participants can either join in the time-and-distance rally or drive the same route as an enjoyable tour. A lunch stop (at each person’s own expense) will be scheduled halfway. This event will end early enough in the day for attendees who choose to attend the Garden Party at Phipps to have time to clean up and travel to Phipps Conservatory in Schenley Park. $15 per car, prizes will be awarded.
Friday, July 17th:
Slalom and a Night to Remember...
The International Jaguar Festival Dinner
An IJF slalom is planned to be conducted at the Manheim-Butler Auto Auction, which is only 4 miles from the DoubleTree Hotel where IJF guests are staying.
This event will conclude early enough in the day for participants to clean up and travel to the Pittsburgh Golf Club in Schenley Park for the Friday evening IJF Dinner. $35 entry per car. Jaguars of all years are eligible. Prizes will be awarded. More details to follow.
Friday evening is one of the crown jewels of the IJF: a Dinner Reception at the historic Pittsburgh Golf Club. Set in an elegant clubhouse, the evening will feature superb cuisine and a keynote address by Ian Callum. Parking will be on the adjacent golf course, which becomes the heart of the PVGP International Car Show the following day.
This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to hear directly from, and interact personally with, one of the most influential automotive designers of our era in an intimate and refined setting.
Saturday, July 18th:
The Heart of the Festival
Saturday is where everything comes together.
More than 3,000 vehicles will fill the Bob O’Connor Golf Course for the PVGP International Car Show. Jaguars, as Marque of the Year, will be prominently featured as IJF Concours d’Elegance and Display vehicles. Vintage race cars will thunder past throughout the day as Concours judging takes place, creating an atmosphere unlike any other concours in the world.
The IJF tent will serve as mission control—strategically located, well-appointed, and staffed throughout the day. Registrants may purchase a Saturday food package in advance, providing everything from morning coffee to cold drinks all day, plus breakfast and lunch options. Meals will include freshly grilled chicken and BBQ beef brisket, served on salads or brioche buns, along with appropriate side dishes.
Concours and other Display entrants are encouraged to arrive early—between 7:00 and 8:00 a.m.—to avoid congestion. Trailer parking will be available on a nearby street. Chief Judge Bryan Williams welcomes judges from across JCNA to participate. Due to anticipated demand, concours entries will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis by class.
Awards will be presented Saturday afternoon at the IJF tent, with Ian Callum personally presenting the trophies.
For those wishing to have a Jaguar autographed by Ian Callum—provided it is one of his designs—bring your preferred marker and plan ahead. Ian will be available throughout much of Saturday when not performing Grand Marshal duties.
Sunday and Beyond
While the IJF officially concludes Saturday afternoon, registered display and concours vehicles are welcome to return to the golf course on Sunday as vintage racing continues. IJF registrants will receive wristbands granting access both days.
Sunday is an ideal time to explore the paddock areas and start-finish line via PVGP shuttle buses. Food and beverage vendors will be plentiful, and attendees are also welcome to bring their own provisions. JCOP members can provide recommendations for excellent local food options for those visiting from out of town.