Banquets for the 2020 Parade will be held inside the Flores Ballroom at the La Quinta Resort unless otherwise noted below.  Each banquet begins with a Social Hour (ok, half hour) and a cash bar beginning at 6:00 PM. 

We are excited to announce themed events and encourage you to dress the part!   

The Pirelli Welcome Party
This will be held outside at La Quinta Resort.  Please dress accordingly.  Limited indoor seating will be available.

Date:                                 Sunday, June 21
Location:                          Resort Lawn
Social:                               6:00 – 6:30 pm            
Dinner & Remarks:         6:30 – 9:00 pm
Theme:                             California Dreaming – California Resort Wear
Seating:                            Open                                                                        
Individual Ticket Price:  Coming soon

Buffet Menu:
Salad Station
Farmers Market salad & grain station
Variety of local organic leaf lettuces, lola rosa, butter lettuce, gem lettuce, baby red romaine, wild arugula, variety of tomatoes, shaved heirloom vegetables, local cucumber, olives, toasted nuts & seeds, local citrus vinaigrette, basil infused balsamic vinaigrette
Chargrill Stations
Coachella Valley citrus scented heritage pork roast
Roasted rosemary & garlic red bliss potatoes
Guajillo infused bass
Pasta Primavera Action Station
Highlighted w/fresh garden herbs, tomatoes, parmesan
Dessert Station
Seasonal fruit tarts
Crème patisserie, poached fruit, honey oat Crumble
Freshly brewed coffee & selection of teas
Cash bar available

 

 

The Porsche Concours d'Elegance and PCA National Awards Banquet
Date:                               Tuesday, June 23
Social:                             6:00 – 6:30 pm

Dinner & Awards:         6:30 – 10:00 pm Seating begins promptly at 6:30 p.m.
Dress:                             Cocktail Attire
Seating:                          Reserved
Awards Presented:       
     The Lazar Blanchard PCA Enthusiast of the Year
     The Porsche Family of the Year
     The Ferry Porsche Trophy for PCA Region of the Year
     PCA National Service Awards
     The Zone Representatives Award
     The Porsche Concours d’Elegance Awards

Individual Ticket Price:  Coming soon

Plated Menu
Green Market Salad
Petite field greens, shaved heirloom vegetable, local cucumbers & tomatoes
Shallot & white balsamic emulsion
Medjool date braised short rib
Danvers carrot puree, crisped mustard greens, date jus
Vegetarian Option
Mushroom risotto
Pot de Crème
Citrus caviar, egg nog essence
Freshly brewed coffee & slection of teas
Cash bar available

 

 

The Porsche Design TSD Rally Awards Dinner
This banquet will be held at the Palm Springs Air Museum.  Transportation will be on your own.

Date:                              Wednesday, July 24, 2020
Social:                            6:00 – 6:30 p.m.          
Dinner & Awards:        6:30 – 9:00 p.m.
Seating:                         Open
Awards Presented:       

     The PCA National Newsletter Awards

     The PCA National Website Awards
     The Porsche Design TSD Rally Awards
     Parade Sponsor Recognition

Individual Ticket Price:  Coming soon

Buffet Menu
Salad Station
Fresh mixed green salad w/raspberries, candied walnuts and blue cheese  crumbles
Entrée Stations
Meatloaf a la lulu w/tamarind BBQ sauce
Chicken Piccata w/bright lemon, butter caper, white wine sauce
Eggplant Parmesan- Layers of freshly breaded and fried eggplant w/delicious  marinara sauce and basil
Grilled Vegetables
Red-skinned mashed potatoes
Dessert Station
Flourless triple-chocolate cake
Freshly brewed coffee
Cash bar available

 


The Michelin Autocross Awards and Parade Kids Recognition Dinner

Date:                              Friday, June 26, 2020
Social:                            6 – 6:30 p.m.                 
Dinner & Awards:        6:30 – 9:30 p.m.
Theme:                          Cowboy Casual – Join us for a fresh-from-the-grill dinner in jeans, boots & cowboy hats.

Seating:                         Open
Awards Presented:     
     Parade Kids Recognition

     The RC Car Competition Awards
     The Cobb Tuning Golf Tournament Awards
     The Art Show Awards
     The Gimmick Rally Awards
     PCA National Membership Awards
     The Michelin Long Distance Award
     The Michelin Autocross Awards                    

Individual Ticket Price:   Coming soon

Buffet Menu
Salad Station

Wedge Bar featuring iceberg lettuce quarters, applewood smoked bacon, diced tomato, Point Reyes blue cheese crumbles & buttermilk dressing
Cowtown Coleslaw
Savoy & Napa Cabbages, Blistered Peppers & Corn, Chipotle Dressing

Mixed Green Salad
Local field greens, shaved heirloom vegetables, croutons, balsamic vinaigrette

Three-bean chili & cornbread, regional chilies & peppers, pinto, kidney and cannellini beans, fire roasted tomato from the chargrill, ranch beef burgers, fire roasted poblano chicken breast, vegetarian garden roasted sweet corn, charred regional vegetables, lettuce, tomato, pickles, sliced cheeses, chefs selection of condiments burgers and assorted rolls
Dessert Station:  Brownies & blondies
Freshly brewed coffee & selection of teas
Cash bar available

 

 

The Reliable Carriers Victory Banquet

Date:                             Saturday, June 27
Social:                           6:00 – 6:30 pm
Dinner & Awards:       6:30 – 9:45 pm. Seating begins promptly at 6:30 pm
Dress:                            Resort Elegant – Join us for the final event!               

                                       Resort Elegant Dress refers to a style of dress one would find in an upscale setting at a country club. For men, this usually means  khaki pants, button-down collared shirts (possibly short sleeve) or polo shirt and loafers or dress shoes.  For women, sundress, skirts or capris and a blouse. 


Seating:                         Reserved
Awards Presented:     
     Historic & Technical Quiz Awards

     The 5k Run/Walk Results
     The PCA Presidents Parade Trophy
     The Parade Long Distance Award
     Porsche AG Grand Door Prize Trip to Germany!

Individual Ticket Price:   Coming soon

Plated Menu
Chiogga & crimson beet salad
Frisee, arugula, toasted nuts & seeds, balsamic emulsion
Grilled herb infused chicken breast
Yukon gold puree, regional squash, madiera essence
Vegetarian Option
Grilled herb infused tempeh steak
Yukon gold puree, regional squash, madiera essence
Chef’s selection dessert
Freshly brewed coffee & selection of teas
Cash bar available

 

A Banquet Ticket Package, covering ALL banquets listed above, will be available for purchase.  Pricing coming soon

Menu selections subject to change due to seasonal availability.