Four C Meet (Switzerland)
“Four-C” Car-Meet: Charger, Challenger, Camaro, Corvette (July 20, 2025) – A clever themed meet focusing on four American performance legends that start with C. The Four-C Meet brings together Dodge’s Charger & Challenger and Chevy’s Camaro & Corvette. Fans of American muscle and sports cars get a treat seeing these icons side by side. It’s like a friendly face-off: Chargers and Challengers flexing Mopar muscle opposite Camaros and Corvettes representing Chevrolet. Owners often have fun with this rivalry – you might see informal comparisons of horsepower, burn-out abilities, or drag-race banter (all in good fun). Photo ops with all four “Cs” lined up are a given. The meet underscores the enduring appeal of these models – each with decades of heritage – and lets enthusiasts debate which “C” truly rules the road. In truth, all four rule, and that’s the point of celebrating them together.
Tractor & Single-Axle Meet (Switzerland)
Traktoren- & Einachser-Treffen (July 26, 2025) – A tractor and single-axle vehicle meet that brings agricultural machinery into the spotlight. Presented by Traktorenwerkstatt Büchler GmbH, this is not your typical shiny car show – it’s far more rustic. Old farm tractors, some beautifully restored and some left in work-worn patina, roll in along with “Einachser” – two-wheeled walk-behind tractors or tillers, often towing small trailers. The machines might be Lanz Bulldogs belching smoke or classic John Deeres, Steyrs, and other European farm legends. It’s a treat for fans of mechanical history and rural heritage. These vehicles tell the story of agriculture’s evolution. Visitors might see demonstrations of an old single-cylinder tractor engine (“Glühkopf” hot-bulb engines, for example). The pace is slower (tractors aren’t fast!), but the enthusiasm is real – particularly among older generations who grew up with these machines. This meet adds a charmingly different flavor to the Ace’s lineup, proving that if it has wheels (or treads) and an engine, there’s a place for it at the Ace Cafe.
Vintage & Classic Car Meet (Switzerland)
Vintage & Classic Car Meet (July 27, 2025) – Wrapping up July with the customary classic meet. By this mid-summer point, many classic owners have attended multiple times, yet each gathering still brings surprises – perhaps a rare model passing through on a summer road trip joins in, or someone unveils a freshly restored car that just got on the road. The tagline remains that your oldtimer “wants to be seen” at the Ace, and indeed the crowd obliges. With the Swiss National Day around the corner, a patriotic mood might infuse this meet – maybe a few cars sport Swiss flags or bunting in anticipation. It’s another delightful morning/afternoon spent in the company of chrome, tailfins, and timeless elegance – by now a beloved routine that never gets old (pun intended).
Swiss National Day Open (Switzerland)
Bundesfeiertag Open (Aug 1, 2025) – Swiss National Day open house. The Ace Cafe is open from 10:00 until 18:00 (6 pm) to mark the holiday. Many people have outdoor plans for Switzerland’s birthday (hikes, BBQs, etc.), so the Ace offers a stop for travelers or a meetup spot for clubs before festivities. Possibly some Swiss flags and festive decor adorn the cafe. It’s a shortened schedule (closing by early evening, so staff can enjoy the holiday too). Some may roll in with cars decked in Swiss red-and-white. It’s a casual patriotic pause – grab a meal, maybe see a few interesting vehicles (likely whatever regulars or road-trippers come by), and then head off to watch fireworks in the evening. The Ace serves the community by being open when few others might be, embodying that inclusive spirit on a national celebration day.
American Bike Meet (Switzerland)
American Bike-Meet (Aug 2, 2025) – A gathering for American-made motorcycles and trikes. This includes primarily Harley-Davidsons, Indians, and custom choppers, plus any three-wheeled variants. The tagline explicitly says all American 2- or 3-wheelers are welcome, so it’s a broad church as long as it’s U.S. born. It’s similar to the Harley meets but widened to include, for instance, Indian Motorcycle fans or custom builders with S&S V-twin powered choppers. The parking lot will look like a scene from an American road, with stars-and-stripes logos, big touring bikes with flags, and riders in leather vests. The camaraderie is similar to Harley meets – in fact, many of the same folks might attend – but it’s nice that Indian riders get an official invite too. Expect a rumbling, laid-back meetup where the common ground is an appreciation for American iron on two (or three) wheels.
Flea Market at Ace (Switzerland)
Flea Market at Ace (Aug 3, 2025) – The August flea market edition. Summer cleaning, anyone? Perhaps some are selling items before autumn comes, or tourists passing through add a unique item to the mix. It’s hot, so ice-cold drinks from the cafe probably sell as well as the flea wares. The dynamics remain fun and interactive. One might notice a trend – e.g., someone who bought a part in April might be selling it in August after deciding not to use it. New people discovering the Ace in summer might wander into the flea by chance, pleasantly surprised to find a mini automotive thrift shop. It’s these kinds of organic, community-driven events that cement relationships – a buyer this month becomes a seller next month, and vice versa. The cycle (and recycle) of enthusiast goodies continues.
Japanese Bike-Meet (Switzerland)
Japanese Bike-Meet (Aug 9, 2025) – A meet for Japanese motorcycles of all kinds. While earlier in the year we had Japanese cars, this one is all about the bikes from the Land of the Rising Sun. Riders of Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, Kawasaki (the “Big Four” Japanese makes) gather, along with possibly niche Japanese brands or unique imports. This meet might see a mix: superbike fans with their Ninjas and CBRs, touring folks with Gold Wings, vintage lovers with ’70s UJMs (Universal Japanese Motorcycles) like the CB750, two-stroke aficionados with Yamaha RD or Suzuki GT bikes, and even quirky machines like a Honda Dax or Monkey bike. It’s a great spread demonstrating Japan’s huge influence on motorcycling. Enthusiasts will likely compare tech (V-4 engines vs. inline-4s, etc.), reliability stories (“this old Kawasaki still runs like a clock…”), and maybe organize future group rides. It’s a salute to the land that gave the world many of its most rider-friendly and innovative bikes. (Freedom on two wheels knows no borders, and this time it speaks Japanese.)
Vintage & Classic Car Meet (Switzerland)
Vintage & Classic Car Meet (Aug 10, 2025) – The summer continues with August’s classic meet, drawing out beautiful old cars in the sunshine. There’s something special about classics in summer – maybe a pre-war roadster with the top down and passengers in period attire for fun, or a convoy of classics that toured together and decided to finish at the Ace. The usual “up to 1995” rule applies, which by now includes some early ’90s youngtimers that are getting more recognition (you might see early ’90s JDM cars or the first BMW 3-series of the 90s creeping in as classics). This blend of truly old and somewhat newer “classic” keeps things interesting. The event underscores how the definition of “classic” evolves – yet all generations coexist, sharing what’s common: a love for cars built in an analog era. Visitors spanning generations – a grandparent explaining a ’50s car to a grandchild – is a common and heartwarming sight.
Assumption Day Open (Switzerland)
Maria Himmelfahrt Open (Aug 15, 2025) – On the Feast of the Assumption (a Catholic holiday, and in parts of Switzerland a day off), the Ace Cafe is open from 10:00 for another holiday session. This mirrors the open days on Easter Monday and Ascension. Many in central Switzerland do have this day free, so it can be a bit busier than some other open holidays. Perhaps a local car club organizes a drive ending at Ace, or a bunch of friends use it as an excuse to meet for lunch. The directive is simple: “Komm ins Ace Cafe” – come over, we’re open. By now, people know the drill: holidays = Ace is open for your enjoyment. So they swing by to relax, check out whatever vehicles are present, and celebrate the day in a low-key manner. It reinforces Ace Cafe as a go-to destination even on special days.
Classic Bike Meet (Switzerland)
Classic Bike-Meet (Aug 16, 2025) – Another round for classic motorcycles, likely similar to July’s meet. Given it’s mid-August, some riders might be showing off bikes they just rode to some summer rallies or events. You might see more foreign plates as touring riders from elsewhere drop in (August is vacation month across Europe). The gathering is informal, bound by the love of older bikes. Attendees exchange advice on sourcing rare parts or the best technique to kickstart an old engine on a cold morning. The meet has the charm of an outdoor motorcycle museum, except all the exhibits roar to life and ride off at the end. For younger riders who only know modern bikes with ABS and traction control, seeing (and hearing) these classics is an education and a thrill.
Muscle Car Meet (Switzerland)
Muscle Car-Meet (Aug 17, 2025) – A Muscle Car only meet – in the heart of summer, it’s time for raw American horsepower to take over. “Muscle cars only!” is the rule, so leave the exotics and Europeans at home; this is for the likes of classic GTOs, Chevelles, Mustangs, Camaros, Chargers, Challengers, etc., plus modern muscle like new Challengers, Camaros, and Mustangs (yes, even newer ones likely qualify as muscle nowadays). The focus is on that formula: big engine (traditionally a V8), relatively midsize car, built for straight-line speed and cruising prowess. The meet is basically a homage to 1960s and ’70s American car culture. Burnout tales, drag strip time slips, and restoration tips on finding period-correct parts will fly around among owners. Fans can ogle details like shaker hoods, Hurst shifters, and bold racing stripes. It’s a loud, proud gathering that pays tribute to an era when “no replacement for displacement” was gospel.
Ford Mustang Meet (Switzerland)
Ford Mustang-Meet (Aug 23, 2025) – A single-model meet for the legendary Ford Mustang, presented by Centralgarage Sursee. Mustangs from all generations gallop into the Ace. From first-generation 1960s Mustang coupes and fastbacks (the kind that started the pony car craze) to the fuel-injected 5.0s of the ’80s, the SN95s of the ’90s, up through modern S550 models – it’s a full timeline of the pony car. Enthusiasts might park the cars chronologically, creating a visual history. Expect some special editions too: Shelby GT350/500s, Boss 302s, Mach 1s, Bullitt editions, etc. The Mustang’s enduring appeal means owners young and old will mingle – a 20-year-old with a 2015 EcoBoost might chat with a 70-year-old with a ’65 V8 about what it’s like to drive each. The Ford dealer sponsorship could mean an official presence, possibly showcasing the newest Mustang generation or offering test drives. The Mustang meet underlines how one model can create a whole community, united by the spirit of freedom and performance that the Mustang represents