National Corvette Day celebrates America’s most iconic sports car, the Chevrolet Corvette, commemorating the day when the first Corvette rolled off the assembly line in 1953.
Quick Facts
When is it: June 30th
Tagged as: Automotive Holiday
What’s the hashtag: #NationalCorvetteDay
When was it founded: 2008
Who founded it: United States House of Representatives
History
The Corvette emerged as a unique sports car design for General Motor’s Chevrolet brand in 1953. The first model premiered at New York City’s GM Motorama Show before going into production in Flint, Michigan. Though initial sales were modest, with only 183 of 300 units sold, the 1957 Corvette Super Sport’s introduction with its V-8 engine transformed it into an American legend.
Timeline
- 1908: General Motors established in Flint, Michigan
- 1953: First Corvette rolls off assembly line
- 1957: Introduction of V-8 engine
- 1981: Production moves to Bowling Green, Kentucky
- 2008: National Corvette Day officially recognized
Dates by Next Year
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | June 30 | Monday |
| 2026 | June 30 | Tuesday |
| 2027 | June 30 | Wednesday |
| 2028 | June 30 | Friday |
| 2029 | June 30 | Saturday |
Observed
The day is celebrated through car shows, museum visits, and special events at Chevrolet dealerships. The National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, Kentucky, serves as a focal point for celebrations.
Fun Facts About Corvettes
- All 1953 Corvettes were Polo White with red interiors
- The Corvette logo features two crossed flags: one checkered, one American
- The 1969 ZL1 is considered the rarest Corvette model
- Only one 1983 Corvette exists, displayed at the National Corvette Museum
Quiz
- What year was the first Corvette produced?
- Where was the original production plant?
- What color were all 1953 Corvettes?
(Answers: 1953, Flint Michigan, Polo White)
FAQs
- What makes Corvettes special? Their lightweight fiberglass body and powerful engines
- Which is the rarest model? The 1969 ZL1
- Where are Corvettes made today? Bowling Green, Kentucky
Importance of National Corvette Day
The holiday strengthens the American automotive community, celebrates industrial innovation, and honors an enduring symbol of American engineering excellence.
Related
- National Car Collector Day
- American Manufacturing Day
- Classic Car Appreciation Day
- Automotive Heritage Week
- GM Founders Day