Natter'n Noggin - South - March 13th
2026-01-14 17:30 - 21:00, 2026-03-11 17:30 - 21:00, 2026-05-13 17:30 - 21:00, 2026-07-08 17:30 - 21:00, 2026-09-09 17:30 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Tom Raddatz Garage, 1600 W 55th St., LaGrange Highlands, IL, 60525, United States
On the second Wednesday of each ODD month we gather together in a more informal environment for Natter‘n Noggin, a British term for a pint and a casual conversation. Tom’s heated garage is spacious and there usually some ‘wrench turning’ going on. This offers a great opportunity for a relaxing gathering and a chance to chat with club members about MG’s and other topics. NOTE: Garage is around the side, NOT attached to the front house.

2026 Amtrak Road Trip, Jan. 16th-18th
2026-01-16 - 2026-01-18 | IL
All aboard the Amtrak (Blue Water) train. Leave the driving to Amtrak, take a road trip with CMGC friends in January 2026.
AMTRAK Road Trip 2026
January 16th – 18th, 2026
For 2026 we will be visiting a new destination, Lansing, Michigan.
Home of the R. E. Olds Museum
We will be departing Chicago Union Station on Friday January 16th and returning Sunday January 18th.
Details for AMTRAK:
Train # 364 (Blue Water) departs Chicago Union Station JAN 16th at 4:00 pm, arriving at East Lansing at 8:55 pm.
Train # 365 (Blue Water) departs East Lansing JAN 18th at 8:54 am, arriving back at Chicago Union Station at 11:45 am.
Plan on meeting in the Union Station food concession area at 2:00 pm.
Feel free to bring snacks, appetizers and perhaps a beverage to enjoy on the ride to East Lansing.
Hotel: Double Tree by Hilton Lansing Michigan. 111 North Grand Ave, Lansing, Michigan
(517) 267-3456.
To make reservations, call 517-482-0188. Each guest must identify themselves as part of the Chicagoland MG Club group and use code 92X. Reservations need to be made before 12/17/2025 to receive the discounted rate of $134.00 per night before taxes.
On Saturday, we will be visiting the R.E. Olds Museum that is about three blocks away from the hotel. Later, we will head to Sidecar Slider Bar for food and drinks.
RSVP Phil Wydra at PJW102@aol.com so we can have an accurate headcount.
Please return the the CMCG website for updates or December and January Drivelines as the departure date gets closer.

CMCG Monthly Club Meeting
2026-01-19 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-02-16 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-03-16 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-04-20 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-18 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-06-15 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-07-20 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-08-17 19:00 - 21:00 and 2 more dates | Mr. Beef and Pizza, 1796 Elmhurst Rd., Mt. Prospect, IL, 60056, United States
CMGC has regularly scheduled club meetings with presentations relating to the care and feeding of your car, as well as other auto related topics. Third Monday of each month (except December – no meeting).

Natter'n Noggin - North
2026-02-11 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-04-08 19:00 - 22:00 | Fox & Hound, 1416 N Roselle Rd Unit 3032, Schaumburg, IL, 60195, United States
On the second Wednesday of each EVEN month we gather together in a more informal environment for Natter‘n Noggin, a British term for a pint and a casual conversation. This offers a good opportunity for a relaxing gathering and a chance to chat with club members about MG’s and other topics.

2026 - 29th Annual All Sports Car Swap Meet and Autojumble, March 15th
2026-03-15 08:00 - 14:00 | DuPage County Fair Grounds, 2015 Manchester Road, N County Farm Rd, Wheaton, IL 60187, IL, 60187, United States
Sponsored by the Chicagoland MG Club
This is a fantastic annual event that the CMGC has been sponsoring since 1997. Since 1997. This event will once again be held at the DuPage County Fairgrounds in Wheaton, Illinois in early spring.

Vendors hurry and get your registration in early. All vendors will be indoors, within a heated facility that is centrally located approximately 30 miles due west of downtown Chicago. Click on the Google map link to the right for directions.

Gate Admission tickets will be $7. Kids 12 and under (accompanied by an adult) are still free. As always, parking is free. Check the Chicago area Craigslist for Swap Meet vendor posting under ‘Auto Parts’. There will be a food vendor on site and an ATM in the building. Nearby lodging is available for out of town visitors.
For those that want to participate as a vendor. Rates are listed below, you can go to Swap Meet and Autojumble (click here) and complete the form.
Space 10 x 10 @ $45.00 each.
Tables @ $5.00 each
Chairs @ $1.00 each.
Return the completed form and full amount to:
Chicagoland MG Club, PO Box 455, Addison IL 60101.

2026 - CMGC Spring Tune Up, April 18th
2026-04-18 10:00 | Don’s Auto Ade, 2 S 781, Illinois Rte. 59, Warrenville, IL, 60555, United States
CMGC members are invited to tune up your MG’s for the 2026 driving season.

For the 12th year we will meet at Don’s Auto Ade in Warrenville. Start time will be 10:00 am this year. This is your chance to change the motor oil, radiator fluids, check brakes and get a good look underneath your MG. This is a great opportunity to use the resources available to see if there are any issues to take care of before getting your MG on the road for 2025. Six service racks will be available for our use.
There is an Advance Auto Parts store nearby for any parts you might need and remember to bring your own fluids, filters and other supplies. There will be plenty of members on hand to offer advice and assist. Sam from Don’s will be available to mount and balance tires, including those on wire wheels, and do alignments for a reasonable fee. If you need tires or batteries call ahead so that they can be ordered.
Check in with Dave “Cowboy” Bralich before starting any major projects. If you have time afterwards members will be gathering at a local restaurant nearby for food, beverage and conversation.

2026 Spring - Triad Car Care Safety Clinic for Seniors, May 9th
2026-05-09 08:00 - 12:00 | Venue: Lisle Township Maintenance Building – Lisle, IL, 4719 Indiana Ave, Lisle, IL, 60532
The safety clinic provides a free 40-point safety inspection of vehicles driven by senior citizens (ages 50 and older).
Chicagoland MG Club member Jim Vondran coordinates the Triad car safety clinic each Spring and Autumn. The event grows each year as the Triad organization’s outreach to seniors continues to expand. Seniors are often subjected to unscrupulous mechanics who try to get the seniors to have unnecessary extra services. We rely heavenly on the club members to evaluate the seniors’ vehicles and advise them as to what may or may not need attention.
Volunteers from the CMGC, the Chicago area Model T Club and the Windy City Miata Club help in servicing and inspecting the vehicles.
Vintage and antique cars will again be on display: most are vehicles owned by our volunteer “car guys” who help preform the inspections. After their vehicles are inspected, seniors are welcome to park their cars and view the “classic and vintage” vehicles.
Please contact Jim Vondran directly to affirm your participation as a team crew-member.
Phone: 630-234-7102
Email: vondrangroup@aol.com
*This is a non-sponsored CMGC event.

2026 - Spring Chicken Run Rally, May 17th
2026-05-17 10:00 - 15:00 | McDonalds – Compton Hills/St Charles, 40w225 Il Route 64, Campton Hills, IL, 60175
Spring Chicken Run Rally, May 17th
We are so excited. It is almost time for the Spring Chicken Run. Henny and Penny will be on the road with us again.
When: Sunday, May 17, 2026
Location: Meet at the McDonalds, 40W225 Route 64 in Campton Hills/St. Charles, IL
(Rte. 64 and LaFox/Burlington Rds.)
Time: 10:00am to sign in and received the handouts (driver’s meeting at 10:30am)
RSVP is required: Ray and Sue Hansen by Friday, May 15, rayandsue156@comcast.net
or text Ray at 847-471-0462
(RSVP is required to have an accurate count for the restaurant and to prepare enough copies of the route.)

2026 - Drive to Blackhawk Farms Racetrack - May 23rd
2026-05-23 08:00 - 17:00 | BP Oasis (Gas Station), 3191 route 20 (20 west of Randle Rd.), South Elgin, IL, 60177
Drive to Blackhawk Farms Racetrack
Save-the-date
Fun Drive to Blackhawk Farms Racetrack. With track touring during the lunch time brake
The starting location:
BP Oasis (Gas Station)
3191 route 20 (20 west of Randle Rd.)
South Elgin
More information to follow, check back soon.
Please RSVP to Dave Bralich
Phone: 630-222-3571
dbralich@sbcglobal.net

President's Picnic - 50th and 60th Club Celebration, June 7th
2026-06-07 00:00 | St. James Farm Forest Preserve, 2S541 Winfield Rd., Warrenville, IL, 60555
Vintage MG Car Club of Chicago & Chicagoland MG Car Club Presidents’ Picnic
Join us as we celebrate a special milestone—the 60th anniversary of the Vintage MG Car Club of Chicago and
the 50th anniversary of the Chicagoland MG Car Club! Enjoy a relaxing afternoon filled with great cars, good company, and celebration. Food, drinks, and cake will be provided—just bring yourself and your love for MGs.
Date: Sunday, June 7
Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: St. James Farm Forest Preserve
To help us plan accordingly, please RSVP in advance by Friday June 5 :
Contact: Jolie Fredette
Phone/Text: 630-816-4128
Email: jakfredette@comcast.net
St James Farm Forest Preserve “Use only the St. James Farm – Special Use Entrance “
British Flags at the entrance
Directions from Butterfield Rd., turn North on Madison St. at stop sign,
turn left on Hoy Ave continue on to enter preserve parking.

Natter'n Noggin - North
2026-06-10 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-08-12 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-10-14 19:00 - 22:00 | Granite City Brewery, 801 Plaza Dr., Schaumburg, IL, 60173

2026 - 40th Annual Scottish Festival and Highland Games Car Show - June 13th
2026-06-13 08:30 - 18:00 | DuPage County Fair Grounds, 2015 Manchester Road, N County Farm Rd, Wheaton, IL 60187, IL, 60187, United States
The British Car Show Will Take Place On Saturday – June 13th.
Eligible cars are those that were manufactured in the United Kingdom including Northern Ireland. They can be of any age or condition and typically we have a large variety of make, age and condition.
We hope you will arrive early enough on Saturday to be registered by 9:30am
NOTE: The car show area is all black top, not grass. If you are planning on bringing a tent, please bring sandbags to hold it down.
Registration:
Online registration is $30 plus optional 3% to help cover the payment processing fees.
https://chicagoscots.org/festival/carshow/registration/
For each car registered you will receive two (2) Saturday Adult Admission tickets to the Games. The $30.00 fee is the same as the Saturday entry fee for a single adult so this is a great bargain!
Registration will require name, email address, home address, make, model, year and engine size of your car. Optional Other features or history can be added and will be included in the printed display card. Please pre-register online, this will make process and entry smoother and allow us to allocate spaces to keep makes together as much as possible.
Same day registration will be $40. Please note that on Saturday, the car show volunteers will only be able to accept cash or a check. We will not be able to handle credit cards.
The CHICAGO SCOTS hosts the Midwest’s Largest Scottish Event, the 40th Annual Scottish Festival & Highland Games. Featuring and Extravaganza of activities & attractions – from the Caber Toss to the Highland Dance to the Dogs of Scotland – this family-friendly event is a chance to explore Scottish culture without buying a plane ticket. The summer celebration, a beloved tradition for many families, offers the opportunity to experience Scotland’s rich heritage and unique traditions along with some quirky customs. The festivities kick off on Friday, June 12th from 1:00 p.m. and continue Saturday, June 13th.
Additional Information
Games website: https://chicagoscots.org/festival/
British Car Show: https://chicagoscots.org/festival/carshow/
British Car Show online registration – https://chicagoscots.org/festival/carshow/ and click “REGISTER HERE”

2026 - Hot Dog Poker Run Rally, July 26th
2026-07-26 10:30 | Panera Bread – Arboretum Shopping Center, 100 West Higgins Road at Route 59 and 72,, South Barrington, IL, 60010, United States
Hot diggity dog, time to get your poker face on and join the CMGC on its third annual Hot Dog Poker Run!
Participants will zip through country roads and enjoy the sites driving a set route while answering some not too difficult questions. On departure, each car will receive playing cards. Additional cards will be dispensed at stops along the way. The final cards will be given when the participants turn in their score sheet. The car with the most correct answers wins the rally. The car with the best poker hand wins the poker run.
The route will consist of about 60-miles through Cook, McHenry and Lake Counties lasting around two hours. Final destination is Superdawg 333 S Milwaukee Ave, Wheeling. If hot dogs aren’t your thing, check out the other delicious items they have to offer
Starting location: Panera Bread at the Arboretum Shopping Center RT 59 and Rt 72 in South Barrington. Next to L.L. Bean.
Driver’s meeting: 10:30
Depart: 11:00
Questions: Contact Phil Wydra at 224-622-5340
Sandy Wydra at 773-320-7484

2026 - MG International - August 23rd - 27th
2026-08-23 - 2026-08-27 | KALAHARI RESORTS & CONVENTIONS, 7000 Kalahari Drive, Sandusky, OH, 44870
MG International 2026 – An All MG Event
Hosted by The North American Council of MG Registers
Shores & Islands
Cedar Point – Sandusky, OH
at the Sandusky Kalahari Resort
All MG enthusiast are welcomed to attend.
Questions? email to: info@mginternational2026.org
“The Marque of Friendship” website will be live in late 2025
www.mginternational2026.org
This is not a Chicagoland MG Club sponsored event.
