Lead East Schedule

Wednesday, August 28, 2024:

2:00 pm – 6pm: Welcome Back to Lead East! Spend the afternoon getting settled and take advantage of early registration on both car spaces and hotel rooms for next year’s show in the Hilton lobby.
7:30 PM: Colorado Café Reunion: Join us for a one time only, line dance extravaganza  Free dance lessons with DJ Scot Tracy and Wild Bill 6-7 pm, with a whole lot of line dancing to follow. Advanced sale tickets $15 on sale by calling 908-876-9100.  Hotel rooms available
7:30 PM Kick of party held at the Gazebo, with  LiL Jimmy,  stack of records and special guest DJs! Reunite with your lead east family and dance the night away to the sounds of early rock and roll.

Thursday, August 29, 2024:

9:00 am:  Visit memory lane and see movie and specialty cars. Appearing The General Lee, The Police Car from Dukes of Hazard, The Bat Mobile, Scooby Doo Mobile, &   many more.
9:00 AM: Collectibles show and other vendors will be open in the hallway area by the ballroom. Check out the new venders this year!
9:00 AM: Meadowlands Street Rods, does auto repairs at their booth. The repairs are available to anyone needing service.
9:00 AM until late in the night: Welcome back Brandon McCoy of Gooch Freehand Pin striping in front of hotel in vendor area.  He’ll be joining us again all the way from Oklahoma!! 
Noon – 6:00 PM:  If you haven’t pre-registered your car space or hotel room, now is the time to do it in the Hilton Lobby for the 2025 show.  All rooms non-renewed will be released for sale on Friday. 
Noon - 9:00PM: DJ Jerry "The Wolfman" Burst will be playing Oldies music outside on the PA system. Stroll around the parking lot and listen to the sweet sounds of the oldies! He’ll be taking requests, dedications, and making announcements! Tune to 88.1FM to hear the music on your radio.
6:00pm -9:00 pm Craigles the Clown will be cruising the parking lot in her “Clown” cart and appearing by the gazebo, welcoming our guests and posing for photos. Youngsters are encouraged to participate.
7:30PM: The "ACE" Drive-In opens. 7:30 - 8:00 Cartoons for the kids. Double Feature movies begin at 8 PM; Movie titles and times are listed on the Marquee in the handbook. Bring a lawn chair or something to sit on... there’s plenty of space! The "ACE" Drive-In is located behind the hotel in the parking lot. Popcorn and 3D glasses will be provided, See you there!
8:00 PM: Welcome Back Party in the BALLROOM hosted by The GOLDEN GUP!! Enjoy the smooth, swinging tunes, and good times with the always cool and entertaining Golden Gup!! It’s a tradition! See you there!

Friday, August 30, 2024:

9:00 Am:  Model Railroad Display by the Hi Railers
9:00 Am:  Visit memory lane and see movie and specialty cars, Appearing The General Lee, Police Car from Dukes of Hazard, Bat Mobile, Scooby Doo Mobile, & many more. 
9:00 AM - 12:00 midnight: LEAD EAST is open to the public! DJ Jerry "Wolfman" Burst plays your favorite Oldies music outside on the PA system. He’ll be taking requests, dedications, and making announcements! Tune to 88.1FM to hear the music on your radio.
9:00 AM: Meadowlands Street Rods, does auto repairs at their booth.  Repairs are available to anyone needing service.
9:00 AM until late in the night: Welcome back Brandon McCoy of Gooch Freehand Pinstriping in front of hotel vendor area.  He’ll be joining us again all the way from Oklahoma!! 
9:00 AM: Collectibles Show and other vendors will be open in the hallway area by the ballroom of the Hilton Hotel. Check out the new vendors.
Noon - 5:00 PM: Oldies Karaoke and open MIC performances at LEAD EAST presented by DJ Pat and Heather Ferrante in the HOTEL LOBBY... your chance to be a singing star! You are welcome to bring your own microphone. There will be 5 other MICS available to rotate between performances while sanitizing them in between. Wind covers will also be provided for each microphone during use.
2:00 PM – 6:00 PM:  Registration for Lead East 2025 in the Hilton Lobby.  The balance of all available rooms will be on sale on a first come-first served basis.  After you book your room, reserve your Plan A or B and your wristbands.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Coolest Cruiser Contest!!! Please assemble by the outdoor stage. DJ Jerry “Wolfman” Burst will MC this People’s Choice. The car or truck with the most cheers, clapping, noise wins!!
5:00 PM-7:00 PM Horsepower Happy Hour by the pool.  $2 beer drafts sold by Hilton & Free Finger Food, take a break have a snack and a beer. The “C-Notes”, A Singing Duo from NYC will be playing live and taking requests!
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM  Outdoor Stage.  Details to follow
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Oldies Karaoke and open MIC performances at LEAD EAST presented by DJ Pat and Heather Ferrante in the HOTEL LOBBY... your chance to be a singing star! You are welcome to bring your own microphone. There will be 5 other MICS available to rotate between performances while sanitizing them in between. Wind covers will also be provided for each microphone during use. Join the contest, Lead East has talent.  Sign up at the Karaoke booth.  Winner opens Saturday and Sunday night shows.  Details to follow. . 7:30 PM - MIDNIGHT: The "ACE" Drive-In opens. 7:30 - 8:00 Cartoons for the kids! Double feature movies begin at 8:00 PM.  Movie Titles are listed on the movie marquee in this handbook. Bring a lawn chair or something to sit on. The "ACE" Drive-In is located behind the hotel in the parking lot.
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM: Friday night dance party (Lead East Band Stand) NY style stage show in the ballroom, featuring Michael D’Amore and Michael Zandman for a dancing good time. Geri Petito from Hamilton Radio will be the MC,  Tickets available by calling 908-876-9100!. Tables will be assigned this year.  Call early to get the best VIP table available Credit cards accepted. 

Saturday, August 31, 2024:

7:30-11am Join us for cars and coffee, in campus 9 parking lot. Make new friends.
9:00 Am:  Model Railroad Display by the Hi Railers
9:00 am:  Visit memory lane and see movie and specialty cars, Appearing The General Lee, Police Car from Dukes of Hazard, Bat Mobile, Scooby Doo Mobile, & many more. 9:00 AM - 12:00 Midnight: Lead East is open to the public! DJ Jerry "Wolfman" Burst plays your favorite Oldies music outside on the PA system. He’ll be taking requests, dedications, and making announcements! Tune to 88.1FM to hear the music on your radio.
9:00 AM: Meadowlands Street Rods, does auto repairs at their booth.  This is available to anyone needing service.   9:00 AM until late in the night: Welcome back Brandon McCoy of Gooch Freehand Pinstriping in the front vendor area.  He’ll be joining us again all the way from Oklahoma!! 
9:00 AM: Collectibles show and other vendors will be open in the hallway area by the ballroom. Check out the returning and new venders.
9:00 AM – 9:00 PM: CRAIGLES the Clown is on the move. Watch for CRAIGLES and her clown companions in her clown cart as they party their way around the parking lot and inside the hotel!
10:00 AM – 12:30: The AmazingRazorbacks performing at the Gazebo, A Lead East tradition!
11:00 AM: Story time, face painting and photos with Craigles the Clown in Clown Hall. (Silver room.)  Kids must be accompanied by an adult. Absolutely no drop-offs.
11:00 AM – NOON: Basic dance lessons in Elements Room,  hosted by Lou Vinci. Bring a partner and let’s dance!
NOON - 2:00 PM: Model Car Customizing Contest for children under 17 (under 12 must be accompanied by an adult). There will be several categories and all model kits and supplies will be provided. Those who wish to bring their own model kits and adults over 17 are welcome! The contest will be held by the Hotel outdoor pool courtyard. This event is free but limited.
NOON - 5:00 PM: Oldies Karaoke and open MIC performances at LEAD EAST presented by DJ Pat and Heather Ferrante in the HOTEL LOBBY... your chance to be a singing star! You are welcome to bring your own microphone. There will be 5 other MICS available to rotate between performances while sanitizing them in between. Wind covers will also be provided for each microphone during use. Join the contest, Lead East has talent.  Sign up at the Karaoke booth.  Winner opens Saturday and Sunday night shows.  Details to follow. . Noon – 2:00 PM:  Registration open for 2025 in the Hilton Lobby.  The balance of all available rooms will be on sale on a first come-first serve basis.  After you book your room, reserve your plan A or B and wristbands.
NOON – 3:00 PM Indoor Movie matinee Cartoons & one feature film, Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Movie titles to be announced.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM: Lil’ Jimmy’s Stack of Records live radio show at the gazebo. The broadcast will air on a date to be announced on rememberthanradio.com.
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Ballooning with Craigles the Clown in the Hotel lobby area.
1:00 – 4:00 PM Acapella Street Corner Showcase in the ballroom. With MC Tony O from WVKR radio Doo Wop Café. Featuring “Cherished Memories’, “The Tribunes”, “Nostalgia 5”, ‘Yorkie and The Actuals” & more (show will move inside in the event of rain)
4:30 – 5:30 Ron Farber in the Elements Ball room.  Take a trip in the history of rock and roll.
4:00-7:00 The “Ventrons” and other groups. A new group to Lead East on the outdoor stage.  If you love the Ventures, you will love this group.
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Madison dance lessons with Lou Vinci in the elements ballroom.
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Oldies Karaoke and open mic performances at LEAD EAST presented by DJ Pat and Heather Ferrante in the HOTEL LOBBY... your chance to be a singing star! You are welcome to bring your own microphone! There will be 5 other mics available to rotate between performances while sanitizing them in between. Wind covers will also be provided for each microphone. Join the contest, Lead East has talent.  Sign up at the Karaoke booth.  Winner opens Saturday and Sunday night shows.  Details to follow. . 7:00 PM Concert in the Ballroom The show kicks off with Memories Music, followed by Jay Siegel and the Tokens, Vito Picone & the Elegants, John Monforto.  Tables assigned this year! Call early for the best VIP tables. Tickets for sale by calling 908-876-9100. Credit Cards accepted.
7:30 PM: The "ACE" Drive-In opens. 7:30 - 8:00 Cartoons for the kids! Double feature movies begin at 8. Titles are listed on the marquee in this handbook. Bring a lawn chair or something to sit on. The "ACE" Drive-In is located behind the hotel in the parking lot. Popcorn and 3-D glasses provided.
9:00 PM until 11:45: The Golden Gup and the Rhythmhancers will perform on the outdoor stage located by the back door of the Hotel. This is surely a LEAD EAST tradition! Don’t miss the music and the fun! A great place to go after the concert.

Sunday, September 1, 2024:

7:30-11am Join us for cars and coffee, in campus 9 parking lot. Make new friends.
9:00 am:  Visit memory lan9:00 Am:  Model Railroad Display by the Hi Railers
9:00 am:  Visit memory lane and see movie and specialty cars, Appearing The General Lee, Police Car from Dukes of Hazard, Bat Mobile, Scooby Doo Mobile, & many more.
9:00 AM until 12:00 Midnight: Lead East is open to the public! DJ Jerry "Wolfman" Burst plays your favorite Oldies music outside on the PA system. He’ll be taking requests, dedications, and making announcements. Tune to 88.1FM to hear the music on your radio.
9:00 AM: Meadowlands Street Rods, does auto repairs at their booth. This is available to anyone needing service.
9:00 - 9:45 AM: Sunday Chapel Service (multi denominational) held in the Ballroom, led by The Most Reverend Jim Craig (our event director).
9:00 AM until late in the evening: Welcome back Brandon McCoy of Gooch Freehand Pinstriping in front vendor area. He’ll be joining us again all the way from Oklahoma!! 
9:00 AM: Collectibles show and other vendors will be open in the hallway area in front of the Ballroom. Check out the new venders.
11:00AM First Responders March All First responders in uniform are welcome. The emerald society bag pipers will lead the March, a chance for all of us to thank them. Assemble on Hilton court by the pink ticket booth.
11:00 AM – NOON: Dance lessons of all levels hosted by Lou Vinci in elements room!! Bring a partner along and let’s dance!
11:00 AM - 9:00 PM: Craigles the Clown is on the move. Watch for Craigles and her clowny companions as they party their way around the parking lot & the gazebo in her clown cart and inside the hotel. Stop and take a photo.
11:00 AM: Story time, face painting and photos with Craigles the Clown in Clown Hall (Silver room.) Kids must be accompanied by an adult. Absolutely no drop-offs.
Noon –2:00 PM: Registration open for 2025 in the Hilton Lobby. The balance of all unsold rooms will be on sale on a first come- first served basis. After you book your room, reserve your plan A or B car spot and your wristbands!
Noon – 3:00 PM Indoor Movie matinee & one feature film, will be in Elements Room.  all children 12 or under must be accompanied by a parent. Titles to be announced.
Noon - 5:00 PM: Oldies Karaoke and open MIC performances at LEAD EAST presented by DJ Pat and Heather Ferrante in the HOTEL LOBBY... your chance to be a singing star! You are welcome to bring your own microphone! There will be 5 other MICS available to rotate between performances while sanitizing them in between. Wind covers will also be provided for each microphone during use. Join the contest, Lead East has talent.  Sign up at the Karaoke booth.  Winner opens Saturday and Sunday night shows.  Details to follow. . 1:00 – 3:00 PM:  Ballooning with Craigles the Clown in the Hotel lobby area.
1:00 – 4:00 Acapella Street Corner Showcase in the Ballroom 
4:00 Sing with the Stars:  Open Mic. Sing with Hal Keshner on the outdoor stage
5:00 pm: Jr Greeser & Jr Poodle Skirt Contest, hosted by MC Tony Dean of Doo Wop Radio. This is the time to dress up the young and young at heart, at the outdoor stage.
5:00 Top Ten Car Awards by the back door stage.  Back this year, due to poplar demand, Awards given to top ten customs.  
5:00 -6:00 PM: Prom Queens’s promenade!! Convertibles line up by the front door of the Hampton hotel by "The Wolfman" and pomade a few laps around the parking lot. All past Prom Queens are welcome! All Queens and their escorts must be seated inside the car as they promenade the parking lot. This is a Lead East Tradition!!! Bring your camera!
6:00 PM: Motown and Doo Wop Extravaganza: Sensational Soul Cruisers, Barbara Harris and the Toys, Who’s Johnny Tickets on sale by calling 908-876-9100 credit cards accepted. Tables assigned this year.  Call ASAP to get the best tables available.
6:00 PM: The 38th Annual Senior High School Prom & last dance of the 2024 show. It will be held in the Elements room. All are invited with appropriate formal wear, please. (Vintage clothes and Zoot Suits appreciated) free this year!  Music provided by Tuesday at Eight.  
7:00 - 9:00 PM: Oldies Karaoke and open mic performances at LEAD EAST presented by DJ Pat and Heather Ferrante in the HOTEL LOBBY... your chance to be a singing star! You are welcome to bring your own microphone! There will be 5 other MICS available to rotate between performances while sanitizing them in between. Wind covers will also be provided for each microphone during use.
7:30 PM - MIDNIGHT: The "ACE" Drive-In opens. 7:30 - 8:00 Cartoons for the kids! Double feature movies begin at 8. See the marquee in this handbook. Bring a lawn chair or something to sit on.... There’s plenty of space to social distance. The "ACE" Drive-In is located behind the hotel in the parking lot. Pop corn and 3-d glasses will be provided.
8:00 PM: Join us for “The Wolfman’s Stroll Party” with DJ Jerry “Wolfman” Burst!!! We do the Stroll together every year at Lead East…. it’s tradition! Get in on the action this year and let’s stroll. Meet by the Wolfman’s DJ booth! Be there or be square!
9:30PM: An Evening with the fabulous Razorbacks!  At the gazebo
9:30 - 10 PM: Neon Extravaganza !! Bring your cars, bring your lights, bring your neon or string lights... and let’s bring the fun! We’re closing out Lead East weekend with a neon extravaganza! Line up by Wolfman.
Additional band and singing information on the 2024 website, & the official Lead East Face Book activities page and music page.
Thank you for joining us at LEAD EAST 2024
All information is subject to change - Not responsible for typos or time changes of activities.