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What’s hot this week! Be sure not to miss the following:
- Brunch @ Firebirds - Sat., Feb. 7, NEW TIME 10:30 AM
- Volunteer and Sponsor Dinner Registration Now Open
- Registration for Porsche Parade *Now Open*
- DE Season 2026 Registration *Now Open*
Check out this amazing ride from the recent Rolex 24 Hours of Daytona - where PCA Potomacans, Kim and Mark Jordan-Miller soaked in the sunshine and racing action! Thanks for sharing the photo!
Want to see your car in the blast or on social media? Send a photo with story details to membership@pcapotomac.org or socialmedia@pcapotomac.org
Emailed invitations were sent from President Don Mattran earlier this week to join us on Sat., Feb.21st at Pinstripes Bethesda with cocktail hour starting at 6:00PM. Information on registering for the dinner can be found directly in your email. Hope to see all our wonderful sponsors and volunteers at the dinner.
PORSCHE PARADE: REGISTRATION NOW OPEN
Porsche Parade is PCA's biggest event of the year! While attending the 2026 Porsche Parade, you and your family will be able to experience all that Lake Placid and the Adirondack Mountains have to offer. Let’s head north to represent Potomac in style!
When: June 14–20, 2026
Where: Lake Placid, NY
Registration Opened: January 28 at 12 noon ET
The “hub” of the 2026 Porsche Parade will be the Lake Placid Olympic Center. The Center will host Banquets, Parade Platz, Concours d’Elegance, Concours Prep, Vendor Village, Car Wash, Tech Tactics, PCA Juniors @ Parade, Art Show, RC cars, and more. Don’t miss competitive events like Autocross, TSD Rally, Gimmick Rally, Golf Tournament, 5K, SIM Racing, and much more!
The Entrant Fee for the 2026 Porsche Parade is $300, which includes one primary entrant and one co-entrant.
PCA POTOMAC DRIVERS EDUCATION: Registration for 2026 Season Now Open
2026 DE Schedule*
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MAR 8
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SPRING HPDC
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SUMMIT PT JEFFERSON
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MAR 21-22
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FIRST DE
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SUMMIT PT MAIN
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APRIL 10-12
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VIR DE
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VIR
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MAY 15-17
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NJ MSPORT THBOLT DE
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NJMP
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JUNE 5-7
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WATKINS GLEN DE
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WGI
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JUNE 27-28
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SHENANDOAH DE
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SUMMIT PT SHENANDOAH
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JULY 24-26
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PORSCHEFEST
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SUMMIT PT MAIN
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AUG 21-23
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LATE SUMMER DE
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SUMMIT PT MAIN
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SEPT 26
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FALL HPDC
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SUMMIT PT JEFFERSON
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SEPT 27
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WOMENS HPDC
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SUMMIT PT JEFFERSON
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OCT 17-18
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LAST DE
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SUMMIT PT MAIN
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* Registration open on MSR (Motorsportreg.com). See Tentative Schedule above. Register early and avoid wait lists!
The 2026 DE Schedule has improved scheduling dates (i.e., no event on Mother’s Day) and the addition of New Jersey Motorsports Park (since Pitt Race has closed). Updates and details will be available on the Potomac DE website at: pcapotomac.org
DE QUESTIONS:
DE Chairs - Bob Mulligan/David Dean
dechair@pcapotomac.org
DE Registrars
deregistrar@pcapotomac.org
DRIVE & DINE to the Mimslyn Inn: Saturday, April 4th
Join us for the first Drive & Dine of 2026. We are taking a scenic drive through Northern Virginia back roads past fields and farms, water and woods, through the mountains to Luray, VA for a repeat visit to the Mimslyn Inn. Nestled on rolling hills near the Shenandoah River, the historic Mimslyn Inn is known for its charming ambiance, personalized service, and comfortable accommodations. Registration is now open. msreg.com/MimslynInn2026
SAVE THE DATE: DRIVE & DINE Wild Wunderbar GETAWAY to Stonewall Resort in Roanoke, WV
Ready for a Summer getaway? We are excited to offer this 3-night getaway (2-night minimum), June 12-15, 2026, to the beautiful Stonewall Resort State Park located in Roanoke, WV. Join us for an epic road trip through the scenic mountains of WV and unwind at a secluded lakeside retreat that offers a wide variety of indoor and outdoor recreational activities. Registration will open Feb 21st at 8AM.
PCA POTOMAC DRIVE & DINE MONTHLY BRUNCHES: All PCA members are welcome, this is a great icebreaker opportunity for new members. Plan on arriving a few minutes early to allow time to look at the cars and meet other Porsche enthusiasts. Registration is not required for these events.
- NEW TIME: Virginia Brunch at Firebirds Grill in Gainesville (Sat., Feb 7th at 10:30 AM) Join us at Firebirds Wood-Fired Grille, located at 14020 Promenade Commons St, Gainesville, VA 20155. Firebirds offers indoor seating and a comprehensive menu with brunch selections. Porsche parking is located behind the restaurant.
- Brunch: The Irish Inn in Glen Echo, MD (Sat., Feb 21st at 11AM)
The Irish Inn in Glen Echo has been the long-time site of our Saturday brunches. Come enjoy brunch and conversation in a reserved room or outside, weather permitting. The Irish Inn is located at 6119 Tulane Avenue, Glen Echo MD 20812
PCA AUTOCROSS: 2026 Schedule & Registration Now Open
We have dates for the 2026 Autocross Season! Registration is now open in MSR.
Autocross Coaches, we have dates for two Tire Rack Street Survival events this year. The first will be May 31, the Sunday after Autocross 3, and the second will be October 25, the Sunday after Autocross 8. Please hold those dates, we will need your support for that program. Also, coach registration is open for the Autocross School on March 14th.
For any questions or registration concerns, email the Chairs at: autocross@pcapotomac.org
- Autocross School – March 14
- Autocross 1 – March 15
- Autocross 2 – April 19
- Autocross 3 – May 30
- Autocross 4 – June 14
- Autocross 5 – July 25 - Porschefest
- Autocross 6 – August 22
- Autocross 7 – September 26
- Autocross 8 – October 24
PORSCHE OR PCA POTOMAC PHOTOS?
Want to see your car in the blast or on social media? Send a photo, description, and photographer name to membership@pcapotomac.orgAND/OR socialmedia@pcapotomac.org.
PCA POTOMAC SOCIAL MEDIA!
Please follow/like PCA Potomac on Facebook, X, and Instagram for updates about our events, photos, and the latest Porsche news and information:
Instagram: pca_potomac
X: @PCAPotomac
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PCAPotomac/
PCA National YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/PorscheClubofAmerica
Potomac calendar: http://pcapotomac.org
NATIONAL/OTHER REGION/NON-PCA EVENTS
Know of or have a non-PCA Porsche event to share and feature here? Let us know at membership@pcapotomac.org
PCA FIRST SETTLERS REGION INVITES PCA POTOMAC MEMBERS
2nd Saturday Monthly Gathering
Join other members of PCA every second Saturday from 3-5PM at the Metro Diner in Fredericksburg. Hosted by First Settlers Region, all Porsche car owners regardless of your membership region are welcome. You will gather to socialize, discuss club events and all things Porsche. Guests are responsible for their own bill. We hope to take a nice group car photo to use for the official event flyer, so don't miss out.
- Metro Diner 2068 Plank Road Fredericksburg, VA 22401
- Please contact Steve Marcom with any questions at: gps@fsrpca.org
Treffen Lowcountry
Treffen Lowcountry registration is open. The event is scheduled for March 29-2 April 2026 at the Montage Palmetto bluff, Bluffton, S.C. For More information visit the Treffen website: https://treffen.pca.org/Treffen-lowcountry.
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