Corvette: Thunder in the Glen

2025 marks the 72nd anniversary of the Corvette, designed and engineered by General Motors chief stylist Harley J. Earl, who was inspired while attending the 1951 races at Watkins Glen. The first Corvette, quickly dubbed “America’s Sports Car,” thrilled onlookers at the races at the Glen two years later.

Corvette Thunder in the Glen, May 17-18, 2025, celebrates Harley Earl’s legacy, with two days of activities at Clute Park on the shores of beautiful Seneca Lake, on the Village’s main street, and at the historic Watkins Glen International racetrack. 

On Saturday, May 17, the day will begin with Corvette owners will line the Clute Park Trailway to exhibit their prized Corvettes from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Later that day at 5 p.m., Corvette afficionados will gather at the Clute Park Community Center for a dinner and presentation by Richard Prince.

On Sunday May 18, Corvette owners will take over Watkins Glen’s Franklin Street, putting their cars on display from noon to 4 p.m. After their downtown display, drivers will start their engines and drive one paced lap of the Old Course. After that, the cars will make their way up to Watkins Glen International for laps on the world-renowned racetrack.

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