MERRIMACK, N.H. (May 21, 2008) – Corvette fans of all ages can view more than 150 classic and new Corvettes, while helping support local charities at the 28th Annual Corvette “Spring Fling” car show, Sunday, May 25, at the Anheuser-Busch brewery in Merrimack. Spectators are welcome to attend this free event sponsored by the Gate City Corvette Club.

Various ages and models of Corvettes will be displayed and judged in 49 separate classes and will be eligible for more than 150 trophies at the spring show. Coupes and roadsters will be judged in a separate division. Registration is $20 and starts at 8:30 a.m. Judging begins at noon and an awards ceremony takes place at 4 p.m. Designated corral parking is available for all non‑participating Corvettes and other classic cars for a $10 donation. In case of rain, the show will be held on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 15.

Proceeds from the “Spring Fling” will benefit the Nashua Soup Kitchen and Shelter, Inc. Since 1981, the Nashua Soup Kitchen has provided meals and a place to stay for the homeless. Spectators are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items and personal care necessities, such as soap, shampoo, bathroom tissue and toothbrushes as donations to the shelter.

Proceeds will also benefit “Corvettes Conquer Cancer,” a Maine-based organization that contributes donations to the American Cancer Society’s patient services, public education and research programs and participates in Corvette-related events to raise awareness of cancer detection and treatment.

In addition to the cars, guests will enjoy 1950s car-themed rock ‘n roll and test their knowledge of automobile trivia as Corvette fan and local oldies, disc jockey Richie-O performs.

While visiting the show, car enthusiasts also may take a free tour of the Anheuser-Busch Merrimack brewery and learn how the leading American brewer makes its beers. Daily tours are conducted 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. After the tour, guests who are 21 years of age or older may sample Anheuser-Busch premium beers. Gift shop hours are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, during May, with summer hours 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Memorial Day through Labor Day.

The brewery tour also includes an opportunity to visit the Merrimack Hamlet, the Northeastern home of the world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales. Clydesdale Camera Day is held between 1 and 3 p.m., the first Saturday of each month. Guests may watch a horse being groomed and braided and bring their cameras to take pictures with a world-famous Budweiser Clydesdale. Budweiser Clydesdale Camera Days for 2008 are: June 7, July 5, Aug. 2, Sept. 6, Oct. 4, Nov. 1 and Dec. 6.
The Anheuser-Busch brewery is located at 221 Daniel Webster Highway in Merrimack. Take Route 3 (Everett Turnpike) to Exit 10 (Industrial Drive). For more information on tours call 603.595.1202 or visit us online at www.budweisertours.com. For “Spring Fling 2008” event details call Dean Gagne 603.472.3524 or visit www.gatecitycorvetteclub.com.

Based in St. Louis, Anheuser‑Busch is the leading American brewer, holding a 48.5 percent share of U.S. beer sales. The company brews the world’s largest-selling beers, Budweiser and Bud Light. Anheuser‑Busch also owns a 50 percent share in Grupo Modelo, Mexico’s leading brewer, and a 27 percent share in China brewer Tsingtao, whose namesake beer brand is the country’s best-selling premium beer. Anheuser-Busch ranked No. 1 among beverage companies in FORTUNE Magazine’s Most Admired U.S. and Global Companies lists in 2008. Anheuser‑Busch is one of the largest theme park operators in the United States, is a major manufacturer of aluminum cans and one of the world’s largest recyclers of aluminum cans. For more information, visit www.anheuser-busch.com.