The British Invasion: 250 Years of Revolution
2026 Packard Spring Fling! April 24-25
Featured Guest Jon Murden, CEO, National Motor Museum UK
The theme for this year’s event is “The British Invasion: 250 Years of Revolution.” The event celebrates America’s history and the special 250-year special relationship with the UK through live music, food, curated classic car exhibits, a special tour, and international presenters.
The featured guest is Jon Murden, CEO of the National Motor Museum UK, who will deliver Saturday evening’s remarks entitled Wheels Across the Atlantic. A new themed-exhibit, open to the public, will feature British motorcars from all eras as well as classic American automobiles made for the British market.
“The annual Spring Fling has grown to become a premier Dayton cultural gala. This year we’re celebrating history in a fun and exciting way,” said Rob Signom, Executive Director of America’s Packard Museum. “Support of the Spring Fling enables the Museum to continue our mission of educational outreach locally.”
The two-day event kicks off Friday with a Welcome Cocktail Reception featuring music by Beatles’ tribute band, the Sweet Beats. Guests are encouraged to dress as their favorite Brit, in period clothing, or come as yourself. Automotive author Greg Stanley will host a book signing and guests can bid on British-themed silent auction items. Classic car rides will also be offered as a special option, weather permitting.
The Saturday morning informational sessions begin after coffee and pastries with Mary Seelhorst, Independent Exhibit Developer, and President of America’s Packard Museum’s Board of Directors, presenting “Serial Thriller: The Secret Life of the Missing Goldfinger Aston Martin DB5.”
Following a catered lunch, guests can tour the British Transportation Museum. Buses will be provided.
The Saturday Evening Gala Banquet spotlights distinguished speaker, Jon Murden, with entertainment by Dave Greer’s Classic Jazz Stompers. Live and silent auction offerings include a week in the Hamptons, a hot air balloon ride, and many others.
Regular tickets for the full two-day event are $295. Individual event tickets and VIP tickets that include special transportation to the tour and a VIP Reception, are also available.
Hotel reservations with an exclusive rate are available at the Hilton Garden Inn, Dayton Arcade.
Schedule of Events
Friday, April 24, 6:30 PM – Welcome Reception- Beatles Cover Band, Cocktails, Hors d’oeuvres, New Exhibits, Book Signing
Saturday, April 25, 9:30 AM – Two educational sessions by renowned American and British presenters
Saturday, April 25, 12:00 PM – Networking lunch buffet
Saturday, April 25, 1:30 PM – Tour of British Transportation Museum, buses provided
Saturday, April 25, 5:30 PM – VIP Reception
Saturday, April 25, 6:30 PM – Cocktail Reception, music by Dave Greer’s Classic Jazz Stompers
Saturday, April 25, 7:30 PM – Gala Banquet and Program
Charity live and silent auction as part of the Saturday Evening Gala at the Spring Fling
This year's live auction items are truly outstanding and will bring together the automotive community like never before! From brass ring events to bespoke vacations, be prepared to bid on these items to support America's Packard Museum.
Two VIP tickets to the Goodwood Revival, September 18-20, 2026. Includes airfare for two to LHR.
Two VIP tickets to the Goodwood Festival of Speed, July 9-12, 2026. Includes airfare for two to LHR.
A Week in the Hamptons: A week, with the dates of your choosing, between Labor Day and Memorial Day at Amagansett Beach. 3-bedroom home, sleeps 8, 100 yards from the beach and full size pool! Includes Gardiner's Bay boat excursion on Ripple, a 35-foot Scout 320 LXF.
London to Brighton Veteran Car Run Experience: 1 seat in the 2027 L2B in APM's 1902 Packard Model F, October 31, 2027.
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About America’s Packard Museum
The Museum is in an original Packard dealership which was operational from 1917 until 1947. Rogers Pontiac and Davis Buick used the facility as a dealership from 1947 until the 1970’s. From the 1970’s until 1991, Genuine Auto Parts owned the building and used it as a car parts store. In 1991, Robert Signom II bought and restored the property as The Citizen’s Motorcar Company, opening as America’s Packard Museum the following year. The collection is a carefully curated gathering of prime examples from the company’s sixty-year history, each chosen to tell a particular story. From 1899-1956, the Packard Motor Company built 1.6 million cars, and collectors estimate only about 10,000 still exist. The Museum manages the largest public collection of Packard automobiles and memorabilia. The mission of America’s Packard Museum is to educate present and future generations about the Packard Motor Car Company, its products, and philosophies. Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram.