The Dragon to Dragon Rally

  • All attendees will be asked to sign a liability waiver upon check-in.
  • Detailed rally routes will be available to registered attendees at check-in each morning.
  • Drivers can join a group with a leader, or make their own way independently.  
  • Timing and routes are subject to change. 
  • Dinners during the rally are not organized. Restaurant suggestions will be offered.

Sunday April 27, 2025

5:00 PM
Meet in Staunton, Virginia

7:30 PM
Event check-in

Overnight hotel:
Tru by Hilton - Staunton
120 Crossing Way
Staunton, VA 24401

Monday April 28, 2025

Our first days route takes on wonderful roads in Virginia and West Virginia, ending in Blacksburg, Virginia for the night.

07:00 AM
Event Check-in

07:30 AM
Drivers Meeting

08:00 AM
Group Departures begin at 10 minute intervals

Overnight hotel:
Home2 Suites By Hilton - Blacksburg 
1321 Rugby Lane
Blacksburg, VA 24060

Tuesday April 29, 2025

The route makes its way to Tazewell for a visit to the Back of the Dragon Visitors Center, then on to conquer VA-16 “The Back of the Dragon”.  The route continues on to US-421 “The Snake” then on to our overnight in Bristol, Virginia

07:00 AM
Event Check-in

07:30 AM
Drivers Meeting

08:00 AM
Group Departures begin at 10 minute intervals

Overnight hotel:
Courtyard by Marriott – Bristol
3169 Linden Dr
Bristol, VA 24202

Wednesday April 30, 2025

Take another crack at US-421 “The Snake” then wind your way to Asheville, NC for the night.

07:00 AM
Event Check-in

07:30 AM
Drivers Meeting

08:00 AM
Group Departures begin at 10 minute intervals

Overnight hotel:
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson – Asheville West
1914 Old Haywood Road
Asheville, NC 28806

Thursday May 1, 2025

After a highway transit, we arrive at Deals Gap to drive US-129 “The Tail of the Dragon”.
Hot-Tip:  Start ULTRA-early to arrive at sunrise for a clear run of the Dragon, but beware of wildlife!

07:00 AM
Event Check-in

07:30 AM
Drivers Meeting

08:00 AM
Group Departures begin at 10 minute intervals

Overnight hotel:
Fairfield Inn & Suites Cherokee
568 Painttown RD
Cherokee, NC 28719

Friday May 2, 2025

Follow your mapping app for the shortest route to Charlotte – or take a longer route to enjoy more backroads.
PARKING NOTE: Parking at the host hotel will be limited – We must use the neighboring parking areas to allow other hotel guests access to the hotel.  Trailers must park on the street in front of the hotel.

07:00 AM
Event Check-in

07:30 AM
Drivers Meeting

08:00 AM
Group Departures begin at 10 minute intervals

03:00 PM
Car Washing Area Opens. Event Check -in Opens

06:00 PM
Pizza Dinner, courtesy of Paul Kaperonis – Hagerty Insurance

Overnight hotel Friday and Saturday Nights:
HGI Charlotte - Mooresville
159 Gateway Blvd
Mooresville, NC 28117

Saturday May 3, 2025

08:00 AM
Drivers Meeting, Immediate Departure

09:00 AM
Tour of the Hendrick Heritage Center – Rick Hendrick’s personal car collection
It’s been a few years since our last visit, and a number of new additions have been made. A few that you’ve likely only seen in pictures. A per person donation is required to take this tour – more information as we get closer.

11:00 AM
Class of 2025 Group Photo
To be staged in front of the Hendrick Museum

Lunch- ad hoc
We’ll offer a list of suggestions- there are a LOT of restaurants nearby.

Saturday Afternoon
TBD

06:00 PM
Host Hotel - Social Hour
Appetizers served, followed by Dinner, Awards and Prizes.