It's DECK THE MINIs TIME!!!
Saturday December 3, 2022
Thanks to MINI of Allentown, St. Nicky, his teamsters union of MINIacs and one giant can of cheese wiz, we are pleased to once again celebrate the holidays with our MINI family!
**THERE ARE TWO PARTS TO THIS YEAR’S EVENT. PLEASE READ ALL INFORMATION CAREFULLY**
PART 1: Christkindlemarkt
This year we will start off the day with a unique Christmas experience in Bethlehem, PA at Christkindlemarkt.
Christkindlmarkt is a one-of-a-kind family event that celebrates the spirit of the season in Bethlehem, Pa. Twice recognized as one of the best holiday markets in the U.S. by Travel + Leisure, this heart-warming holiday event features:
Handmade works by some of the nation’s finest artisans.
Käthe Wohlfahrt, offering handmade ornaments, nutcrackers, and collectibles from Germany.
Food, Music, Live Holiday Performances, Ice Sculpting, Glass Blowing
And much more festive fun!
Tickets should be purchased in advance to avoid additional fees, long lines and possible sell out. Go to https://www.christmascity.org/to purchase your tickets before December 3, 2022.
Location:
Christkindlemarkt At the SteelStacks
645 East 1st Street
Bethlehem, PA 18015
Meet Time: 9:30AM in front of entrance
PART 2: Rally
After Christkindlemarkt take a short drive (5 min drive from Steel Stacks) to the park and ride for our rally and Christmas Party.
Meet up: 12:15PM
Start location: Park and Ride behind Turkey Hill 1140 Hellertown Rd, Bethlehem, PA 18015
Drivers Meeting 12:30PM
First Group off: 12:45PM
First Group (decking group) Arrives at MINI of Allentown approx. 2:00PM The decking is optional, of course, but if you want, then just plan a costume for your MINI and you will have 30 minutes to decorate!!
Other PhillyMINI members will then vote, and gifts will be awarded for the best decked! There is not an electric source unfortunately.
Holiday Party 2:00PM to 4:30PM
with food, Merriment and St Nicky! (If you want warm and fuzzy bring your pets but alcohol is not permitted)
Optional gift exchange: Bring a Pollyanna MINI themed gift and we will have a gift swap! $25 Limit
Toys for Tots: Please bring cash for raffle and/or an unwrapped Toy. All proceeds from raffle will be given to Toys for Tots.
Holiday Shopping: Get your MINI wish lists ready! MOA staff will be available for your holiday shopping needs! Don’t forget your fabulous member discounts can be used too (Current membership badge must be shown)!
Event Details: Rally
-Free for members / $10 for non-members
What to Bring:
Money for Extras:
-Clings ($5), buttons ($2)
-Lunch will be provided by MINI of Allentown
-FRS Radios & full tank of Gas for the drive.
-Pollyanna gift for gift exchange $25 Limit
-lawn chairs to sit at MOA
-Toys for Tots cash and/or toy
NOTE:
If you want to participate in the Deck your MINI contest, you will have 30 minutes to decorate your MINI.
Voting begins 30 mins after group 1 arrives approx. 2:30 p.m. Those who are decking will be placed in Motoring Group 1, so please indicate in your RSVP if you will be decking to ensure that you have enough time.
To RSVP for MINI of Allentown only, (meaning you will not drive in the rally) post inhere that you will only be attending MOA.