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The 2026 Michelin National Corvette Museum (NCM) Bash kicks off this week April 23–25, 2026, in Bowling Green, KY. This celebration of America’s iconic sports car, draws Corvette enthusiasts from across the country to the NCM campus and surrounding venues.
And as the official kickoff to the Museum's on-site event season, this 29th annual gathering features technical seminars with General Motors (GM) experts, exclusive reveals, and track activities at the NCM Motorsports Park.
Inside the National Corvette Museum and exhibit halls, the BASH showcases an amazing array of Corvettes, from vintage rarities to the latest Z- and hybrid-era models. Curated displays highlight restoration stories, factory-supplied memorabilia, and limited-production editions.
Key Event Highlights
· Performance Vehicle Gathering: Attendees can view a rare collection of record-breaking Corvettes, including the Corvette ZR1X dragstrip record car (0–60 mph in 1.68 seconds) and Nürburgring fast lap versions of the ZR1X, ZR1, and Z06.
· 2026 Model Year Updates: The event serves as a platform for GM to reveal new Corvette colors, including Roswell Green Metallic and Blade Silver Metallic, which replace Rapid Blue and Sea Wolf Gray.
· New Facility Previews: Bash registrants can take guided trolley tours of the construction site for the Museum’s new 66,000-square-foot Collections facility, which is scheduled to open in Fall 2026.
· Commemorative Seminars: Special sessions include a 25th-anniversary celebration of Corvette Racing's 2001 season with Hall of Famers Ron Fellows and Johnny O'Connell.
Schedule and Registration
The event includes multi-day programming across the Museum campus and Motorsports Park.
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Date |
Key Activities |
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Thursday, April 23 |
Registration opens; Road tours; Corvette Racing by Pratt Miller Motorsports Dinner. |
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Friday, April 24 |
Collections Facility Preview Tours (10 AM–1 PM); professional photo sessions; book signings; Donor Recognition Banquet. |
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Saturday, April 25 |
Museum-judged Corvette Car Show; "Ladies Garage" session; Corvette Today Live with Steve Garrett; Cutaway Corvette Showcase. |
Registration Fees:
· Lifetime Members: $55 (on-site) / $50 (advance).
· Members: $60 (on-site) / $55 (advance).
· Non-Members: $70 (on-site) / $65 (advance).
Registrants receive a hardcard credential, lanyard, event pin, and dash plaque.
Track and Road Activities
The NCM Motorsports Park hosts several high-performance events during the Bash:
· High-Performance Driving Education (HPDE): A "bring your own car" school with Novice, Intermediate, and Advanced groups.
· Drive Your Own Laps: Discounted track sessions for event attendees.
· Road Tours: Guided tours to local attractions such as the Bardstown Civil War Museum (LT4), Sumner Crest Winery (LT5), and the General Jackson Showboat (LT8).
Don’t miss this Annual Corvette Highlight event. You can get more information on the 2026 Michelin NCM Bash and all the amazing National Corvette Museum programs at corvettemuseum.org.
And don't forget to visit our friends at the National Corvette Museum Store. Everything from officially licensed Corvette apparel, collectibles, die-cast models, jewelry, books, and home décor to the "Vintage Shop" offering rare & retro items such as lighted Corvette Dollars and vintage model kits. And yes – they carry NoviStretch.
