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Chelsey Killebrew chelsey@saaca.org;  (520) 797-3959

Tucson Motor Show mixes live music and action sports with classic to contemporary automotive
The second annual Tucson Motorshow, presented by Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance, has driven to new areas of entertainment and interactive fun, alongside the classic car show

June 16, 2011 — Journey through antique cars, live skate competitions, delicious food and a Motor Mall – featuring popular sport and auto stores – at the Tucson Convention Center this August, presented by the Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance, SAACA.

The Tucson Motorshow – Saturday, Aug. 6 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. – has attracted auto enthusiasts from all over the region. The show, now in its second year, will feature displays in watercraft, aircraft, action sports, police and fire units and automotive from RVs to motorcycles. 

Rev-up an ordinary Saturday with rock bands performing from the main stage at 6 p.m. and unique eateries serving-up food, drinks and beer all day. Kids can find plenty of things to do, like watching professional skateboard and BMX riders, participating in face painting and other crafts and eating all-American food.   
The car show will present up to 100 classic cars, modern rides and concept vehicles. Product and motor demonstrations will drive-up the show’s energy. Attendees can browse helicopter and USS Tucson submarine replica displays, get first-look at new car models from dealerships and vote for their favorite car for the people’s choice award. 

Automobile owners are encouraged to enter their top-notch vehicles into the show, to be awarded for best in show, interior, paint and engine as well as people’s choice.  
A large portion of monies raised will underwrite diminishing arts education programs in Southern Arizona, as well as the promotion of community arts and cultural events.
Tucson Motorshow
Cost: $6 admission, free for 10-years-old and younger
Online: http://www.tucsonmotorshow.com/
Phone: (520) 797-3959

About the Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
The Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance (SAACA) is a not-for-profit organization that exists to ensure that, through engagement in arts and culture, our communities produce strong, inspired citizens. SAACA enlists artists, businesses, governments, and individuals to expand artistic and cultural opportunities in their respective communities. To enhance access to the arts and to promote cultural awareness in the communities it serves, SAACA presents large-scale festivals, events and other programs. The Alliance also promotes educational opportunities in the arts and culture for both the young and the old.

Organization History
The Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance (SAACA) grew out of the Greater Oro Valley Arts Council (GOVAC), an organization established in 1997 to provide artistic and cultural opportunities for residents of northwest Tucson. GOVAC eventually became one of the largest arts organizations in the region. In 2009, owing to its success, the group expanded its mission to include creation of partnerships with business, governments, and communities throughout Southern Arizona that would encourage innovative, creative cultural expression in the arts for years to come.