
The Chicago Region of the Porsche Club of America was established in 1957 as the Chicago-Milwaukee region, making the 6th region in the country. The region was the host of the fourth Parade in 1959 at Nippersink Manor in southern Wisconsin. By 1960, the northern Illinois membership had grown so large that it could support its own region and a split at the border could be made. Beginning in 1960, the original Chicago-Milwaukee region became the Chicago region, and a new region was created in Milwaukee. We are one of the largest regions with more than 4100 members and are part of PCA’s Zone 13.
For more on how the region started, click here.
The members of the Chicago Region of the Porsche Club of America are joined together and are mutually pledged to the furtherance and promotion of the following:
- The highest standards of motor vehicle maintenance, driving courtesy and safety on the roads.
- The enjoyment and sharing of goodwill and fellowship engendered by owning a Porsche and engaging in such social, educational, or other events as may be agreeable to the membership.
- The maintenance of the highest standards of operation and performance of the marque by sharing and exchanging technical and mechanical information.
- The establishment and maintenance of mutually beneficial relationships with the Porsche Works, Porsche Dealers, and other service sources to the end that the marque shall prosper and continue to enjoy its unique leadership and position in sports car annals.
- The interchange of ideas and suggestions with other Porsche Clubs and other interested parties throughout the world and in such cooperation as may be desirable.
- The establishment of such mutually cooperative relationships with other car clubs as may be desirable.
- The preservation of the independence of the Porsche Club of America (PCA) and the Chicago Region, free of control or undue influence by any outside individual, organization, company, or other entity, no matter how closely aligned to the Club in interest or purpose. In furtherance of this goal, the Porsche Club of America – Chicago Region is and shall remain a totally member-driven and primarily member-financed independent entity allowing neither inappropriate nor undue influence, financial or material, from outside its domain, owing allegiance only to its members.
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The goal of the Chicago Region is to maximize the experience of owning a Porsche for our members. If you have suggestions on ways we can improve on that experience or any questions regarding the club, contact our President, Dana Comolli, here.
Upcoming Events
These are the events that are happening in the next three months. See our Event Schedule for our events looking out a year.
Event Type
Autocross
Club Race
Concours
Drivers Ed
Driving Tour
Rallye
Social
Tech
october 2025

Event Details
Friday October 17 thru Sunday October 19 (or Monday the 20th). Our adventure will start at the Funk’s Grove Rest Area on I-55 in McLean, IL. 61754. We will then drive
Event Details
Friday October 17 thru Sunday October 19 (or Monday the 20th).
Our adventure will start at the Funk’s Grove Rest Area on I-55 in McLean, IL. 61754. We will then drive to the Riverside Smoke House and Grill in Quincy, IL for lunch.
Then it is on to the Margaritaville Lake Resort, in Osage Beach, MO, which is our base for the weekend.
Just for the record, I have a free suite, “The Parlor Suite” reserved for our Friday evening Happy Hour/Welcome Party and for the entire day Sunday so we can watch football and socialize. Those who want to participate on Sunday will check out on Monday October 20!
The last time we visited the resort in 2017, it was 90 degrees outside, and the welcome party was held outside! Did I mention all the foliage was green? Our Friday cocktail party this year will be indoors, in air-conditioned comfort!
On Saturday morning 10-18 we will take a scenic drive to Baxter’s Lakeside Grill where we will have lunch on a bluff overlooking the lake.
Saturday evening, we will have drinks and dinner at the Margarita Lake Resort. (Possibly outdoors, if the weather cooperates.) We always have great food and beverages and let us not forget all the raffle items and the world renowned “Schnauzer Joke” among others!
Room pricing ranges from $163.00 for a guest Room to $366.00 for a two-bedroom suite plus tax. Reservations can be made by Calling: 800-826-8272.
Mention that you are with “Porsche Chicago Region.”
Once you have a room reservation, please notify me by e-mail.
The next step will be for you to register on Clubregistration.net when it opens in early September!
You will receive an e-mail alert from PCA Chicago when ClubReg opens.
If you are not receiving the weekly e-mail alerts, contact James Kaikis, Membership Coordinator, by accessing the PCA Chicago website, www.pca-chicago.org/Coordinators Contact him to add you to the distribution list.
Organizer
John DiwikJ.diwik@comcast.net 630-962-9224
Time
october 17 (Friday) - 19 (Sunday)
Location
Margaritaville Lake Resort
Lake of the Ozarks, 494 Tan Tar A Drive, Osage Beach, Missouri 65065

Event Details
Help Support Chicago’s Next Generation Engineers and Innovators! On October 26 we are holding a special Porsches and Pastries style event with SparkShop that will include opportunities for members to help
Event Details
Help Support Chicago’s Next Generation Engineers and Innovators!
On October 26 we are holding a special Porsches and Pastries style event with SparkShop that will include opportunities for members to help pack the educational supplies needed by students to build, prototype and experiment, as part of a hands-on engineering learning curriculum designed for Chicago’s 4th and 5th grade, and soon, high school students. SparkShop is the PCA Chicago Region’s 2025 Charity of the Year.
Your participation supports their free, in-school programs, which give students hands-on experience with 8 fields of engineering. SparkShop students develop STEM identity, confidence, and curiosity, equipping them to invent solutions to the problems they’re passionate about.
This fall, SparkShop is growing (by 25%) to work with 50 schools! Over 93% of their students are underrepresented in STEM, on the basis of race, gender, and/or socioeconomic status. SparkShop is a nonprofit that builds free engineering curriculum for Chicago elementary schools that serve low-income and minority students. Their goal is to introduce students to the dynamic opportunities in STEM and equip them with the confidence and knowledge they need to succeed.
This event will be held in the morning on October 26, 2025, 9 am to 12 noon, at club member Andy Bizub’s Midwest Performance Cars in the West Loop, at 2105 W Fulton St, Chicago, IL 60612, just around the corner from SparkShop headquarters. Snacks and beverages will be available.
Get together with friends for a cup of coffee, show off your car, and help to make STEM learning available for Chicago students.
Sponsored By

Midwest Performance Cars
MPC Professionals care about the performance of your import vehicle and overall satisfaction. We stand behind our work with triple the industry standard warranty — 3 years or 100,000 miles. Our integrity, values and morals are clear, we understand you have many choices for your auto service and we aim to be an open book with all the steps and services we perform as part of the MPC experience.
Organizer
Robert Safeemail: rsafe@comcast.net
Time
(Sunday) 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location
Midwest Performance Cars
2105 W Fulton St
november 2025

Event Details
Come to the Fall Tech & Social Session at Body Builders Automotive 3737 Industrial AveRolling Meadows, IL 60008. November 9, 2025. 9:30AM-1PM. This event will feature technical
Event Details
Come to the Fall Tech & Social Session at Body Builders Automotive 3737 Industrial Ave
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008. November 9, 2025. 9:30AM-1PM.
This event will feature technical presentations and an opportunity to socialize with members.
Body Builders will be presenting on what it takes to be a Porsche Approved body shop and explaining the ins and outs of modern automotive body repair. Body Builders will also have a guest host, DPS Automotive, who will be presenting on the PPF Process and Ceramic Coatings.
Coffee and Pastries by our friends at Calibre Coffee are included with the event.
There will be a Raffle with Prizes by the club and DPS Automotive.
$15/person with pre-registration and $25 at the door. All Online Registrations will include a Raffle Ticket. Additional raffle tickets will be available for sale at the door.
Body Builders Automotive has a huge parking lot to show off your Porsche, meet up with friends, and enjoy a cup of coffee. Come inside for the technical presentation and to see their large and impressive shop.
Body Builders Automotive is a family-owned and operated auto body repair shop that has been providing quality service to the Northwest Chicago Suburbs for over 40 years. They are a Porsche Approved Collision Center.
Jody Freund
DE Tech Coordinator
pca.chicago.tech@gmail.com
Robert Safe
Social Events Coordinator
Sponsored By

Body Builders Automotive
Body Builders Automotive is a Porsche Approved Collision Center located in Rolling Meadows, Illinois. We’ve proudly served drivers for over 40 years, combining family-owned values with factory-trained expertise. We repair all makes and models with a focus on OEM repair procedures and manufacturer-trained technicians. Whether it’s minor repairs or certified collision work, we treat every vehicle with care and every customer like family. We’re honored to support PCA events and share our commitment to quality craftsmanship with fellow enthusiasts.
Organizer
Jody Freund & Robert Safe
Time
(Sunday) 9:30 am - 1:00 pm

Event Details
Please join us for Porsches & Pastries & Toys for Tots at Labriola Ristorante 9:00-11:30am 3011 Butterfield Road, Oak Brook, IL 60523 This is our last Porsches and Pastries of the season at
Event Details
Please join us for Porsches & Pastries & Toys for Tots at Labriola Ristorante
9:00-11:30am
3011 Butterfield Road, Oak Brook, IL 60523
This is our last Porsches and Pastries of the season at one of our favorite venues. As in past years we will be supporting the “Toys for Tots” mission of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve. Come on out and have a hot cup of coffee on a chilly day and meet our Marine Corps volunteers who will be accepting your toy donations.
We will be accepting unwrapped, new toys still in their original boxes/containers. Unpackaged stuffed animals and toy weapons that have a realistic look to them cannot be accepted. If you find yourself unable to pick up some gifts in time and still want to make a donation, we will have a QR code posted at the event that will direct you to the Toys for Tots donation page. How cool is that?
Please register in advance…we want to give our hosts an idea of how many members are coming and to permit us to reach you if there are any last minute changes. Please include the total number in your party.
Labriola Ristorante is located just slightly east of the old Bakery & Cafe that had been a great host for some time, and is served by the same parking area. Labriola Ristorante has a new dining format and features a great weekend brunch menu (I’ll be having steak and eggs). Coffee and carry-out items are available, as is sit down table service. Yes friends, donuts WILL be on the carry-out menu. You can see their menu and make a reservation if you wish here: www.labriolaoakbrook.com
As always, please wear your Club name tags to help new members feel welcome. Be sure to say hello to the U.S. Marine Corps volunteers attending this event!
See you there!
Robert Safe
Social Events Coordinator
Organizer
Robert Safeemail: rsafe@comcast.net
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am - 11:30 am
Location
Labriola Ristorante
3011 Butterfield Rd, Oak Brook, IL 60523
december 2025

Event Details
This is our region’s grand finale of the year — a night to celebrate, connect, and toast to an incredible year! We will celebrate the accomplishments of the top finishers
Event Details
This is our region’s grand finale of the year — a night to celebrate, connect, and toast to an incredible year! We will celebrate the accomplishments of the top finishers in the various event disciplines over the past season. Share laughter, memories, new friendships, and an evening that sparkles from start to finish.
We will kick off the evening at 5:00 pm with cocktails, appetizers and live entertainment, followed by a five-course meal served at 7:00 pm alongside the 2025 Awards Presentation by our President, Dana Comolli.
When registering, please select your dinner choice (for yourself & your guest) and let us know who you would like to share a table with. Special dietary needs? Just note them in registration — we will do our best to accommodate your requests.
There are fabulous raffle prizes to meet all interests. Raffle prize tickets are only given to Chicago Region members in good standing and their co-member at the time of raffle ticket printing. You must be present to win!!
There are currently 25 rooms set aside at a group rate of $ 109 / night for a Single / Double, non-inclusive of taxes. The hotel will open additional blocks of rooms at the group rate as needed until November 28, 2025. After November 28, 2025, the hotel will accept reservations from attendees at the prevailing hotel rates subject to availability. Guests may cancel their reservation up to 48 hours prior to the arrival date. Please use this link provided by the hotel to access our group rates:
Book your group rate for Porsche Club of America Awards Gala
If you choose to call for reservations with the hotel at (800) 228-3000, please identify yourself as being with the Porsche Club of America / Chicago Region Gala for the group rate.
We are proud to support the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation. Please bring an unwrapped toy (no plush toys) and help spread holiday cheer to children in need.
A special thank you to PCA – Chicago which continues to generously support this annual Holiday Dinner and Awards Gala.
Dress: Formal / Black Tie Encouraged
We will open Club Registration for the 2025 Dinner and Awards Gala on October 1, 2025. Early Registration Bonus: Register by November 15, 2025 and your name will be entered into a drawing for a complimentary Deluxe One-Bedroom King Suite at the Westin Chicago North Shore the night of the Gala. The suite is a Deluxe one-bedroom king with connecting living room, dining & kitchenette areas
We welcome and look forward to all PCA Chicago Region members joining us for an elegant evening of friendship, merriment and celebration! We can’t wait to see you there!!
Time
13 (Saturday) 5:00 pm - 14 (Sunday) 12:00 am
Location
The Westin Chicago North Shore
601 N Milwaukee Ave, Wheeling, IL 60090
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