British car show returns this weekend to David Davis Mansion

Posted on May 31, 2024
The show is free to spectators, but a $5 cash donation to benefit the David Davis Mansion Foundation is encouraged. (Facebook/Champagne British Car Festival – Bloomington)

By Neil Doyle

BLOOMINGTON – The 33rd annual Champagne British Car Show returns this weekend to the David Davis Mansion in Bloomington.

Over 100 vehicles of all makes, models, and years will be on display at that mansion this Sunday, June 2 from 10am-3pm. The event is co-sponsored by the Illinois Flat Land British Car Club.

WJBC’s Scott Miller spoke with the David Davis Mansion and Illinois Flat Land British Car Club on Tuesday, May 28

Live music and concessions will also be featured on the mansion lawn.

The show is free to spectators, but a $5 cash donation to benefit the David Davis Mansion Foundation is encouraged.

More information about the show can be found here.

Neil Doyle can be reached at [email protected]

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