I went as a spectator and still had a decent time. I have to admit though, with 3 big shows (Carlisle, MM, and the Nats) in a 4 week time frame, I just financially can't swing it. That being said, I end up as just a spectator at two of the shows, and only bring a car to one. Whenever it is, I will probably still go, but I preferred the layed back September atmosphere as opposed to july. Even if one of the big 3 switched to a june date, that would be a blessing.