Head’s up, people – March & April are jam packed with exciting HCR events! When you join in, be sure to thank an HCR Volunteer for all their hard work and dedication to the club.
30 DAYS OF UPCOMING HCR EVENTS
For More Detailed Event Info see the HCR CALENDAR
FEB 25 WED @ NOON REGISTRATION OPENS for 4/11-12 SCHNELL FEST
The Spring HPDE will be held at the Circuit of Americas (COTA) offering an exciting weekend of instruction and high-performance driving on track for all levels of experience. This Porsche Club of America HPDE event is a joint presentation of the PCA Hill Country, Lone Star and Maverick Regions. These events at COTA are not just for Porsche owners – drivers of every make are invited to participate, and membership in PCA is not necessary. Event Info & Registration Info- see the HCR CALENDAR
FEB 25 WEDNESDAY HCR HAPPY HOUR
4:00 pm – 7:00 pm CT STEINER RANCH STEAKHOUSE
5424 Steiner Ranch Blvd., Austin TX 78732
HAPPY HOUR is a recurring monthly event held at STEINER RANCH STEAKHOUSE on the 4th WED of each month, hosted by Event Coordinator Kim Foster. No reservation is needed and there is ample parking. The Happy Hour Menu is available at phenomenal prices for both food and drink. Please note that although HCR’s Happy Hour will continue until 7:00 pm, the Happy Hour Menu pricing will change at 6:00 pm, so please ensure that you place your last order before then.
Contact Event Coordinator Kim Foster with any questions at kim.foster.hcr@gmail.com. Thank you, Kim! Event Info – see the HCR CALENDAR
PLEASE NOTE: If you choose to consume alcoholic beverages during an HCR event, we encourage you to do so responsibly. Please be mindful of how much you drink and arrange safe transportation if needed.
MARCH 1 SUNDAY INFORMAL GET TOGETHER @ RUDY’S BBQ 620
9:00 am – 11:30 am CT
RUDY’S BBQ RR 620
7709 Ranch Road 620, Austin TX 78726
This is a very informal “come as you are” gathering, providing a great opportunity to chat with your fellow Porsche enthusiasts while showing off your own Porsche beauty! Swing by at your leisure.
HCR’s INFORMAL GET TOGETHER RUDY’S BBQ @ 620 is a standing “no host” get-together on the 1st Sunday morning of each month. No reservation is needed, but please contact Social Chair Bill Foster with any questions at bill.foster.hcr@gmail. Thank you, Bill! Event Info – see the HCR CALENDAR
MARCH 4 WEDNESDAY LADIES LUNCHEON
11:30 am – 1:30 pm CT
Hard Count Kitchen and Cocktails
1500 Rivery Blvd Suite 2105
Georgetown, TX 78628
Please join the ladies of HCR for a chance to meet your friends and enjoy a delicious lunch. PLEASE NOTE: Registration through Club Reg is required, and the number of attendees is capped at 20 due to restaurant policy. Unfortunately, no late registrations or walk-ins can be accepted. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
LADIES LUNCHEON is a recurring monthly event held at various selected venues on the 1st Wednesday of each month, hosted by Event Coordinator Michelle Freudenberger. Please contact Michelle with any questions at michelle.freudenberger.hcr@gmail.com. Thank you, Michelle! REGISTRATION CLOSES on MARCH 2 @ NOON. Event & Registration Info – see the HCR CALENDAR
MARCH 4 WEDNESDAY SIPPIN’ IN DRIPPIN’
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm CT (Pieous closes at 8:00pm)
PIEOUS Restaurant – Belterra Village Shopping Center
166 Hargraves Dr h, Austin, TX 78737
SIPPIN’ IN DRIPPIN’ is a standing “no host” meet-up in The Hill Country on the 1st WEDNESDAY evening of each month. No reservation is needed, but please contact Mike Seningen with any questions at mike.seningen@hcrpca.org. Thank you, Mike! Event Info – see the HCR CALENDAR
MARCH 4 WEDNESDAY AIR-COOLED PORSCHE MEET-UP
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm CT (Pieous closes at 8:00pm)
PIEOUS Restaurant – Belterra Village Shopping Center
166 Hargraves Dr. h, Austin, TX 78737 Belterra Village Shopping Center (combined event with SIPPIN’ IN DRIPPIN’)
This is now a MONTHLY event combined with SIPPIN’ IN DRIPPIN’. Local Porsche enthusiasts are invited to gather at PIEOUS for an AIR-COOLED PORSCHE MEETUP. This is a laid-back, informal monthly addition to the current informal SIPPIN’ IN DRIPPIN’ meetup. Whether you’re rolling up in a 993, 911 SC, a freshly restored 356, or any vintage air-cooled Porsche, it’s the perfect way meet new air-cooled friends and show your ride — in pure Hill Country style. And hang in there – daylight savings time will take you out of the dark!
No sign up, no frills—just you, your air-cooled beauty, and a community of like-minded enthusiasts swapping stories, sharing wrenching tips and tricks in the Hill Country. Please contact Richard Pankhurst with any questions at richard@pankhurst.net. Thank you, Richard! Event Info – see the HCR CALENDAR
MARCH 5 THURSDAY COBB TUNING 1ST THURSDAY
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm CT
COBB TUNING HEADQUARTERS
2311 Rundberg Lane, AUstin TX 78758 (Meet in the back parking lot)
COBB TUNING 1ST THURSDAY is a standing event on the 1st Thursday of the month hosted by HCR’s local and PCA’s national advertiser, COBB TUNING. A typical First Thursday itinerary could include a brief tech talk about the Cobb AccessPort and its functionality, an explanation of possible power gains and flexibility, and a Dyno run/example. Food and drinks are also provided. Porsche and all car manufacturers are welcome. More Event Details HERE
Thank you to HCR’s ADVERTISER & SPONSOR COBB TUNING. We appreciate you!!
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS NOT AN HCR PCA SPONSORED EVENT
MARCH 7 SATURDAY **CANCELED** TECH SESSION – CALIBER COLLISION
**THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED AND WILL BE RESCHEDULED
Updated Event & Registration Info will be posted on the HCR CALENDAR
MARCH 8 SUN DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME
Did you know: DST, happening from March to November, can be a little tricky for your sleep cycle? When we switch clocks, our internal rhythm gets out of sync with the sun, making mornings feel more exhausting and evenings more lively. So, for the best driving experience, take your Porsche out of the garage in the evenings when you’re fully awake and alert!
MARCH 8 SUNDAY INFORMAL GET TOGETHER DRIPPING SPRINGS
9:00 am – 11:30 am CT
296 W. Mercer St, Dripping Springs TX 78620
This is a very informal “come as you are” gathering, providing a great opportunity to chat with your fellow Porsche enthusiasts while drinking a cup of coffee & showing off your own Porsche beauty! Swing by at your leisure. Coffee, breakfast items, and restrooms are available @ MAZAMA COFFEE ROASTERS & THE GREAT BRITISH BAKING COMPANY, both within walking distance on Mercer St.
HCR’s INFORMAL GET TOGETHER IN DRIPPING SPRINGS is a standing “no host” get-together on the 2nd Sunday morning of each month. No reservation is needed, but please contact Social Chair Bill Foster with any questions bill.foster@hcrpca.org. Thank you, Bill! Event Info – see the HCR CALENDAR
MARCH 10 TUES HCR EXECUTIVE COUNCIL & BOARD MEETING
Your Leadership Team hard at work for you!
EXECUTIVE COUNCIL MEETING 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm CT
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm CT
VENUE FOR BOTH MEETINGS: TOSCANO ITALIAN KITCHEN 1525 Cypress Creek Road, Cedar Park TX 78613
All HCR members are welcome to attend the Board meetings, which occur every other month starting in January. Please arrive early to order your dinner provided by HCR. If you have any questions, please contact Secretary Gordie Robbins at gordie@hcrpca.org. Thank you, Gordie!
MARCH 12 THURSDAY LUNCH BUNCH
11:30 am – 1:30 pm CT
TBD
LUNCH BUNCH is a recurring monthly event held at various selected venues on the 2nd Thursday of each month, hosted by Event Coordinator Bob Hieronymus. No pre-registration or RSVP required. Please contact Bob with any questions at bob.hieronymus.hcr@gmail.com. Thank you, Bob, 2025 HCR Volunteer of the Year! Event Info – see the HCR CALENDAR
MARCH 14 SAT TECH SESSION PORSCHE AUSTIN
9:00 am – 11:00 am CT
PORSCHE AUSTIN (NORTH)
9800 Research Blvd Austin, TX 78759
Please mark your calendars! PORSCHE AUSTIN is working on the agenda, which will be communicated soon. If the past PORSCHE AUSTIN Tech Sessions are any indication of what’s to come, this Tech Session will be useful and interesting.
MARCH 15 SUNDAY GET TOGETHER RED HORN NORTH AUSTIN
9:00 am – 11:30 am CT
RED HORN BREWERY & ROASTERY
1615 Scottsdale Dr. Building 1, Suite 110, Leander TX 78641
GET TOGETHER RED HORN NORTH AUSTIN is a standing “no host” event on the 3rd Sunday morning of each month. It is a very informal “come as you are” gathering, providing a great opportunity to chat with your fellow Porsche enthusiasts while showing off your own Porsche beauty! Swing by at your leisure. Red Horn offers excellent coffee and breakfast items. We look forward to seeing you there!
No reservation is needed, but please contact Social Chair Bill Foster with any questions bill.foster@hcrpca.org. Thank you, Bill! Event Info – see the HCR CALENDAR
PARKING: Please park on the north side of the building (left side as you look at Red Horn from the street) as the front parking area is reserved for regular customers. There are a couple of picnic tables nearby for our use as well.
MARCH 15 SUNDAY **NEW EVENT** RED HORN AIR-COOLED PORSCHE MEET-UP
9:00 am – 11:30 am CT
RED HORN BREWERY & ROASTERY
1615 Scottsdale Dr. Building 1, Suite 110, Leander TX 78641
Combined event with GET TOGETHER RED HORN NORTH AUSTIN
You asked for a 2nd air-cooled Porsche event in north Austin on a weekend during daylight (whew!), and we rose to the challenge! We are giving you what you want – a laid-back, informal monthly AIR-COOLED PORSCHE MEET-UP combined with the current informal GET TOGETHER RED HORN NORTH AUSTIN meetup. Whether you’re rolling up in a 993, 911 SC, a freshly restored 356, or any vintage air-cooled Porsche, it’s the perfect way meet new air-cooled Porsche friends and show your ride.
No sign up, no frills—just you, your air-cooled Porsche beauty, and a community of like-minded enthusiasts swapping stories, sharing wrenching tips and tricks. No reservation is needed for the RED HORN AIR-COOLED PORSCHE MEET-UP, but please contact Richard Pankhurst with any questions at richard@pankhurst.net. Thank you, Richard! Event Info – see the HCR CALENDAR
PARKING: Please park on the north side of the building (left side as you look at Red Horn from the street) as the front parking area is reserved for regular customers. There are a couple of picnic tables nearby for our use as well.
MARCH 19 THURSDAY BREWERY NIGHT
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm CT
TBD
HCR members are in for a treat as BREWERY NIGHT journeys through Austin’s vibrant beer landscape. Austin’s breweries not only showcase a diverse range of flavors and styles but also provide inviting environments for members to gather and enjoy. We’ll see you there!
BREWERY NIGHT is a recurring monthly event held on the 3rd Thursday of each month. Hosted by Event Coordinator Shawn Seals, BREWERY NIGHT journeys through Austin’s vibrant beer landscape. Austin’s breweries not only showcase a diverse range of flavors and styles but also provide inviting environments for members to gather and enjoy. No reservation needed. Contact Event Coordinator Shawn with any questions shawn.seals915@gmail.com. Thank you, Shawn! Event Info – see the HCR CALENDAR
NOTE: If you choose to consume alcoholic beverages during an HCR event, we encourage you to do so responsibly. Please be mindful of how much you drink and arrange safe transportation if needed.
MARCH 21 SATURDAY HCR’s CONCOURS D’ ELEGANCE
9:00 am – 12:00 pm CT
COBB TUNING HEADQUARTERS
2311 Rundberg Lane, Austin TX 78758 (Meet in the back parking lot)
Have you ever wondered how this type of event got started? It originates from 17th-century French aristocracy parading their horse-drawn carriages. It evolved into iconic events like Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance which is thought to be the pinnacle of this tradition.
HCR’s version won’t be anything like Pebble Beach. We’re in it for the fun of showing off our Porsche beauties and spending time with friends. The judges will look at the exterior, the interior and the storage spaces (trunks, frunks), don’t worry about cleaning your engine or the under carriage. By the way, we’re always looking for judges, even if you don’t have any experience. There will be medals for the top three winners for each category.
PLEASE NOTE: This event is for PORSCHES as they were when they left the factory, cleanliness and originality are the name of the game. Kit cars and modified cars do not meet this requirement.
If you just want to see the judged cars at their best but you don’t want to enter the competition, bring your own Porsche and we’ll set up a corral separate from the judged area. Bring your family and friends. Restrooms will be available and we’re working on getting a food truck to be on site as well.
Thanks to Tom Roy for getting HCR’s Concours program off the ground. Please contact Event Coordinator Tom Roy with any questions at thomas.roy.hcr@gmail.com. Thank you, Tom! Event & Registration Info – see the HCR CALENDAR
Special Thanks to COBB TUNING for hosting this event. We appreciate your support!
MARCH 22 SUN WINE SOCIAL
6:00 PM- 8:00 PM
The Wine Social is back! The event will be held in the Dripping Springs area. Details will be published on or about March 1, so stay tuned.
MARCH 25 WEDNESDAY HCR HAPPY HOUR
4:00 pm – 7:00 pm CT STEINER RANCH STEAKHOUSE
5424 Steiner Ranch Blvd., Austin TX 78732
HAPPY HOUR is a recurring monthly event held at STEINER RANCH STEAKHOUSE on the 4th WED of each month, hosted by Event Coordinator Kim Foster. No reservation is needed and there is ample parking. The Happy Hour Menu is available at phenomenal prices for both food and drink. Please note that although HCR’s Happy Hour will continue until 7:00 pm, the Happy Hour Menu pricing will change at 6:00 pm, so please ensure that you place your last order before then.
Contact Event Coordinator Kim Foster with any questions at kim.foster.hcr@gmail.com. Thank you, Kim! Event Info – see the HCR CALENDAR
PLEASE NOTE: If you choose to consume alcoholic beverages during an HCR event, we encourage you to do so responsibly. Please be mindful of how much you drink and arrange safe transportation if needed.
MARCH 28 SAT BLUEBONNET DRIVING TOUR
START: RANDALL’S parking lot 3441 N Lakeline Blvd, Leander, TX 78641
8:00 am check-in
8:30 am driver’s meeting
8:45 am 1st run group leaves
Restrooms will be available inside the Randall’s. There is a Starbucks in the lot & a Monster Donut shop across the street for last minute drinks & snacks. The drive is 147 miles long & will take about 3 1/2 hours, plus a 15 minute rest stop at the Bigs Gas Station on Hwy 281 where restrooms & snacks will be available.
END OF TOUR: PERISSOS VINEYARD & WINERY which has a limited kitchen, so the best way to enjoy lunch there is to bring your own picnic lunch or pre-register & pay for a charcuterie board via ClubReg.
It’s almost bluebonnet season in central Texas & that means it’s time for our always popular annual bluebonnet tour! This year’s route will take us on a winding path from Leander through the Texas Hill Country & the lovely & famous “Willow City Loop”, ending for lunch at the PERISSOS VINEYARD & WINERY.
NOTE: There are 13 cattle guards to cross. Most of them are relatively smooth, but you may want to leave your GT car at home for this one. Please contact Event Coordinator Tom Pruett with any questions at tom.pruett.hcr@gmail.com. Thank you, Tom! Event & Registration Info – see the HCR CALENDAR
SAVE THE DATE
*NEW DATES/CHANGES HIGHLIGHTED IN RED
APRIL 4 TEXAS RAMP PROJECT
APRIL 11/12 FRI-SAT SPRING SCHNELL FEST (HPDE)
APRIL 18 SAT MOZART’S CARS COFFEE & CROISSANTS
APRIL 24 FRI-SAT TIRE RACK TEEN STREET SURVIVAL SCHOOL
APRIL 25 SAT GTHS AUTO SHOW VIP HCR is invited to display 30 Porsches
MAY 1-3 FRI-SUN PICK-YER-TOUR – KERRVILLE TEXAS
MAY 9 SAT ST. VINCENT FOOD PANTRY CHARITY EVENT
MAY 12 TUE HCR BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
MAY 23 SAT * SPRING AUTOCROSS 2026 (moved from May 9)
MAY 23 SAT DRIVING TOUR canceled & will be rescheduled
DEC 5 SAT HCR HOLIDAY PARTY @ THE OASIS