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THE Party in the Park...Ignite!

Saturday, September 27, 2025 | 5:30-10pm

An Evening at the Grand Prix

Honoring Dr. Steve & Lynne Wheeler

Co-Chairs

Jill Berg, Reena Horowitz, and Dr. Tess Mauricio

Special Guest and Honoree

Paula Abdul

We are pleased to present Ms. Paula Abdul with the Titan of Philanthropy Medal in special recognition of her philanthropic impact.

Entertainment

Liquid Blue

The official Guinness World Record holder for ‘The World’s Most Traveled Band.

Crowned “America’s Best Dance Band” by the National Music Awards and “Best Cover Band” by the San Diego Music Awards!

Honorary Committee

Micki Olin & Dr. Reid Abrams
Jim & Eilleen Bartell
Brad Benter
Jim and Jill Berg
Jessie Knight & Joye Blount
Stephanie Brown
Jessica Cline
Anthony & Debra Covelli
Arlene Esgate
Bill & Susan Hoehn
Sam and Reena Horowitz
Jeanne Jones
Dorothea Laub
Dr. Tess Mauricio & Dr. James Lee
Papa Doug Manchester
John & Nataliya Miller

Drs. Robert & Julie Cowan Novak
Renèe Levine Packer
Kristi Pieper
Don "The Snake" & Lynn Prudhomme
Denny Sanford
Andrew D. Skale
Dr. Myron & Doreen Schonbrun
Dave Stall
Step Family Foundation
Danitza & Esteban Villanueva
Mary Walshok
Vince Heald & Clinton Walters
Dr. Steve & Lynne Wheeler
Judy White
Armi & Al Williams

*As of March 21, 2025

Thank You to our Sponsors

CREW CHIEF SPONSORS

Pace Car Sponsors

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Tickets and Sponsorships

Individual tickets start at $700.00 and Sponsorships start at $7000.00.

Since 2021 THE Party in the Park has raised over $2 million to support under resourced youth by equipping them with technical skills, mentorship, and career pathways to thrive in the automotive industry.

Our past Honorees include Susan and Bill Hoehn (2021), Papa Doug Manchester (2022) Discount Tire (2023), and Sharon and Skeets Dunn (2024).

Sponsorship Opportunities Available
Contact Caitlin Fahey for more information
(619)398-0302
Caitlin@sdautomuseum.org

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