Weekly Blast - 9/9/2026
Diablo PCA's mission is to provide a welcoming and engaging community that enriches our member's Porsche ownership experience. Whether it’s a Sunday morning Porsche and Pastries, a Driver Education Event at a local track, or a Tour through some of the most scenic roads in Northern California, Diablo PCA has something for you.
Upcoming Events
9/20/2026 (Sunday) - Member Appreciation & New Member Recognition - Summer Picnic - Registration ends tomorrow
Join the Diablo Region PCA family for one of our favorite traditions — the Annual Summer Picnic and Car Display!
This year’s event takes place at the beautiful Tice Valley Recreation Center in Walnut Creek from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. It’s our most well-attended single-day event and a true summer highlight! Bring your Porsche to display on the scenic asphalt , reconnect with friends, and welcome new members to the club. It’s a perfect day to celebrate Porsche pride, enjoy great company.
Registration ends on September 10 (tomorrow) - Click here for additional information and to register for this event.
9/11/2026 (Friday), Diablo Region DE at Thunderhill (3-mile)
Join us for our second Driver Education (DE) event of the year at Thunderhill Raceway Park. Diablo Region DE events are about camaraderie, safety, and fun. The Thunderhill Raceway park is a great location for first timers and beginners. We will be driving on the newly paved Thunderhill track. If you are new to the track or have not been approved to drive solo on the track, we will pair you up with one of our great instructors. We waitlist all Beginners to ensure that we have enough instructors for the students. The Club Racers will not be at the track with us for this event, so there will only be four run groups, Beginners, Intermediates, Advanced, and Instructors. This allows us more time on the track with five sessions on the track.
To participate in this event, you will need to have a tech inspection performed by a qualified Porsche service center within 30 days of the event. Please check out the Diablo Region DE webpage for additional information and for the latest information on approved helmets for the event.
Registration is open now. Click here for additional information and to register for this event. Diablo members receive a $50 discount, and instructors are free.
9/13/2026 (This Sunday) - Porsches & Mocktails at Bishop Ranch
Join us this Sunday from 4–6 PM for an afternoon Porsche meet at Bishop Ranch! 3001 Bishop Dr., San Ramon
We’ll be parking on the top floors of the parking garage
4–6 PM
All Porsches welcome!
Come hang out, check out some great cars, and enjoy the view from the top of the garage.
A big thank you to KarPark for hosting us and providing the mocktails! . See you Sunday!
9/22/2026 (Tuesday) - Harbor Horsepower - Volunteer Drivers Needed
The PCA Golden Gate Region and PCA Diablo Region are looking for volunteer drivers to help host passengers aboard the PCA Treffen at Sea. This is a great opportunity to share your enthusiasm for PCA, introduce visiting members to the Bay Area, and give our guests a memorable San Francisco driving experience.
We are looking for people with vehicles that can comfortably seat two or more passengers. You may choose to volunteer for the 1:00 PM Tour (arrive by 12:30 PM), the 3:00 PM tour (arrive by 2:30 PM), or both tours. We are looking for a total of 18 cars for each time slot. Please click on this link to be a volunteer driver.
9/13 - 9/17/2026 (Sunday - Thursday) - Tahoe / Lost Sierra Tour
Join us for a five-day tour to South Lake Tahoe and the Lost Sierras. Tour highlights include: five days of outstanding Sierra driving, two nights at Caesars Republic at Stateline, NV; two nights at the Inn at Nakoma in the Graeagle area; scenic drives including Geiger Road, Virginia City, Occidental Grade, and a scenic loop in the Lost Sierras; group lunches and dinners.
Itinerary
Sunday, September 13, 2026 - Livermore to Stateline, NV, Hogan Dam, Caples Lake. Lunch at Caples Lake, Dinner at Fire & Ice.
Monday, September 14, 2026 - Nevada Loop, East shore of Lake Tahoe, Mount Rose Highway, Geiger Road, Virginia City, Occidental Grade, and the Kingsbury Grade.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026 - Stateline, Nv to Nakoma Resort, Hellman-Erhman Mansion, Palisades Tahoe, Donner Memorial State Park.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 -Lost Sierra loop, group dinner.
Thursday, September 17, 2026 - Nakoma Resort to Auburn.
We have a block of rooms at Caesar's Republic for 9/13-15/2026, and a block of rooms at the Inn at Nakoma Resort for 9/15-17/2026. There are a limited number of rooms available at the Inn at Nakoma. Information to register for rooms will be sent to people registered for the tour.
There are three options for this tour, the full five-day tour, three days at South Tahoe (Caesars Republic) only, 9/13-15/2026, or three days in the Lost Sierras (Inn at Nakoma) only, 9/15-17/2026.
We are waitlisting the Nakoma Only and the full five-day tour pending availability of rooms. Contact Carolyn Wong at 1bluemacan@gmail.com if you are interested in the Nakoma part of the tour. There is still plenty of space for the Tahoe Only part of the Tour. If you wish to register for the Tahoe Only portion of the tour please click here for additional information and to register.
9/23/2026 (Wednesday) - Dine with Diablo at BJ's Newark
Please join us at "Dine with Diablo"
What: “Dine with Diablo” Monthly Dinner
Where: BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse, 5699 Mowry Ave., Newark, CA
When: Wednesday, 9/23/26 at 6PM
Please note the date change! This Dine with Diablo will be held one week later than normal.
From their website: “We started in 1978 with delicious California twist on deep dish pizza. Today we’ve grown to become the energized, welcoming getaway where craft beer is hero. And a remarkable menu offers something for everyone to love. Guests say we’re their everyday escape - and prove it by coming back time and again."
Please register using this link, so we can get a headcount and send you a survey afterwards.
9/26/2026 (Saturday) - Ice Cream Social
Come join us for an Ice Cream Social. Complimentary Ice Cream for all PCA Diablo Region Members!
What: Member Appreciation - Ice Cream Social
Where: Porsche Walnut Creek, 2555 N Main St, Walnut Creek
When: Saturday, 9/26/26 at 3:00PM
Be sure to wear your Diablo name tag and/or wear your 2025 blue Diablo Region T-shirt. Bring a folding chair and enjoy the ice cups, people & cars on this summer afternoon. This will be a casual car meet-up and social gathering. Parking at the dealership is limited.
Click here for more information and to register for this event. Space is limited.
10/2/2026 (Friday), Diablo Region DE at Sonoma Raceway
Join us for our last Driver Education (DE) event of the year at Sonoma Raceway. This is a great opportunity to practice the skills you learned early this year at a different track. Diablo Region DE events are about camaraderie, safety, and fun. Don't be intimidated by this track. With one of our great instructors helping you, you will learn the track quickly. If you are new to the track or have not been approved to drive solo on the track, we will pair you up with one of our great instructors. We waitlist all Beginners to ensure that we have enough instructors for the students. We expect to have five run groups for this event, Beginners, Intermediates, Advanced, Instructors and the Track Performance Group for Club Racers participating in the races on Saturday and Sunday, October 3-4, 2026.
To participate in this event, you will need to have a tech inspection performed by a qualified Porsche service center within 30 days of the event. Please check out the Diablo Region DE webpage for additional information and for the latest information on approved helmets for the event.
If you love being at the track, make this a two-, or three-day weekend by participating in the PCA-GGR HPDE 5: Porsches at the Point at Sonoma Raceway on October 3-4, 2026.
Registration is open now. Click here for additional information and to register for this event. Diablo members will receive a $50 discount (credited prior to charging credit cards) for this event.
10/4/2026 (Sunday) - Porsches on Main
Join us for Porsches on Main, a community celebration of Porsche heritage, design, and enthusiasm. From early classics to modern performance models, this event brings together Porsche owners, club members, and spectators for a day of cars, connection, and community. Main St. is an idyllic street that showcases our beauty and boasts over 35 restaurants.
Sunday, October 4, 2026, 10 AM to 2 PM. Main St. Pleasanton
REGISTRATION:
Open to all Porsche owners of all years and models
Registration closes September 21
Participants who show their Porsche may purchase an event shirt; the deadline is September 13. Register here. The shirt is pre-order only and will not be sold at the event. Check out the design on the registration page.
SHOW YOUR PORSCHE
Display your Porsche on Main Street alongside fellow enthusiasts. Cars will once again be grouped and parked by model and generation to create a more organized and visually engaging show experience for participants and spectators alike. This includes an EV section as well. You must stay parked for the entire show, 10 AM - 2 PM. Registration includes eligibility for participant awards. Awards will recognize standout cars, and the awards ceremony will be at 1:15 PM:
The Mayor's Award
The Klassiker Award (1999 and older)
The Best Blue Car
People's Choice
Registration is open now. Click here for additional information and to register for this event. If you are a registered participant, you may order an event T-Shirt, but your order must be in by Sunday, September 13.
Reminder: there are over 35 restaurants on Main St. Reservations are recommended for lunch at the sit-down restaurants.
10/15/2026 (Thursday) - Apple Hill Tour
Starting at the IHOP in Livermore, this tour will take us north on Vasco Road to Highway 160 through the delta, Highway 12 through the Central Valley, and continue northeast on Highways 88 and 49 through Placerville, ending at Larsen Apple Barn, Apple Hill's longest family-owned farm, founded in 1860s.
At the end of the tour, you are free to have lunch on your own at the bakeshop/cafe, sample up to 20 varieties of apples in their store and explore the museum that documents the history of their Growers. This is a weekday tour to avoid the crowds on the weekends. Click here for additional information and to register for this tour.
10/17/2026 (Saturday) - Tour / Events Appreciation & Planning Meeting
Join us if you are interested in tours, or events, have a tour or event idea, or would like to help out on the Tour or Events Committee. If you have an idea for a tour or event, please come and share your idea. We will match you up with someone on the Tour or Event Committee to work with you on the tour or event.
Click here for additional information and to register for this meeting.
10/25/2026 (Sunday) - 2026 Zone 7 Concours Series Comes to Pleasanton!
Get ready to polish those rims and show off your pride and joy! The Diablo Region is thrilled to host the 2026 Zone 7 Concours Series on Sunday, October 25th at the picturesque Ruby Hill Community Center in Pleasanton, CA.
Whether you're competing for a trophy or just looking to enjoy a crisp autumn day with fellow Porsche enthusiasts, we have a spot for you.
Quick Event Details
When: Sunday, October 25, 2026 | Gates open at 7:30 AM
Where: Ruby Hill Community Center, Pleasanton, CA
Entry Options:
Concours Classes: Street, Touring, Unrestored or Full Concours ($45)
Display Corral: Exhibit your car and enjoy the day ($30 Early Bird for Diablo Members / $35 Standard)
Gourmet Box Lunch: Available for purchase ($28)
Important Security Note: Due to gated community security, you must pre-register by October 23rd. No gate entries will be permitted day-of! Spots are strictly limited to 35 Concours entrants and 20 Corral exhibitors, so don't wait. Register here.
Add a Co-Member
Did you know PCA members can add one co-member for free?!
Why should you add a co-member? Co-Members will receive all of the PCA and Diablo Region benefits you receive, except they will receive a digital copy of the monthly PCA Panorama magazine.
They will get their own PCA membership number, get their own copy of the Weekly Blast but most of all, be eligible to receive the same Diablo Region member benefits and access to the same member-only events that you get.
Co-members with a PCA membership number qualify for member discounts and priority booking for Diablo events. Individuals that have not been registered with PCA and do not have their own PCA membership number, are not officially co-members.
It's free to add a co-member to your PCA profile! Your co-member does not have to live in the same household, as long as they are a Porsche enthusiast. All you need to do to add a co-member to your account is to send an email (or by calling 410-381-0911) requesting to add a co-member to your profile. Please include the following information and send the email to the PCA National Membership Office at: membership@pca.org
Your full name and PCA membership number
Co-member's full name
Relationship of co-member to you
Co-member's email address
Co-members must be at least 18 years old. Individuals under 18 years old can be registered as PCA Juniors on your PCA profile.
Please add your new co-member today! If you have any questions on adding a co-member or a PCA Junior to your profile, please contact Larry G at: membership.chair@diablo-pca.org.
Recurring Events
Diablo has cooked up a whole host of monthly recurring events. We have, Breakfast at the Buttercup, Threads & Treads, Porsches & Pastries, Porsches, Plates & Pals and Dine with Diablo. Click here for more information about our recurring events.
Every Saturday - Breakfast at the Buttercup
This Saturday and every Saturday Diablo holds its longest running event. Breakfast at the Buttercup. This event is older than Diablo and is in fact where our Region was born. The breakfast officially starts at 7:30 but most people are there at 7:00 so pick your time. This is a great way to get to know your fellow Diablo members. If you are a new member or this is your first time at the Buttercup please standup and introduce yourself. After breakfast we adjourn to the parking lot to check out the cars and visit. Come once and you'll be hooked. The Buttercup is a great independent resturaunt at 600 Ygnacio Valley Blvd. Walnut Creek. We'll see you there.
Save the Dates
10/10-11/2026 (Saturday to Sunday) - Ladies Overnight to Bodega Bay - The Fall Ladies Tour offers an optional overnight stay in Bodega Bay. We'll start Saturday morning in the East Bay, heading to Marin County for brunch at RH Rooftop in Corte Madera. Then it's North between the hills to Heidrun Meadery for mead and honey tastings or a walk through their lavender patch and gardens. The afternoon allows time to check into accommodations or visit the Artisans' Co-op, featuring handcrafted items from local Sonoma County artists. The tour will conclude with a casual dinner at Drake's at The Lodge at Bodega Bay. Because this is the inaugural overnight Ladies Tour, we are limiting tour capacity. Please contact Maiko (mwmendoa@gmail.com) if you have any questions!
Advocate Newsletter
The Diablo has its very own newsletter. It's called the Advocate check out our latest issue and look forward to new issues in the very near future.
Name Badges
Order your own Diablo name badge in your choice of colors. It's a great way for fellow members to get to know you.
To get your own badge click here.
Wait Listed Events
10/2/2026 (Friday) - Tour to Sonoma Raceway / Parade Laps
Join us for a tour to Diablo's HPDE event at Sonoma Raceway.
This is a perfect tour for anyone who wants to see what driver education events are all about. We'll depart from Costco in Fairfield, taking Suisun Valley Road to Highway 121, head across Napa Valley to Petrified Forest Road, and then go south on Rt. 12 to Arnold Drive in Sonoma arriving at Sonoma Raceway.
Once there, we will have a DE talk given by a member of the DE team, followed by a parade lap where you'll actually be able to go on the track for a low speed trip around the raceway. Lunch at the racetrack is included. Click here for additional information and to get on the waitlist.
Driver Education (DE)
The following DE events are being hosted by the California Central Coast Region (CCCR) and the Golden Gate Region (GGR):
6/29/2026 - Weathertech Raceway Laguna Seca, hosted by CCCR, Registration is open, click here for additional information and to register for the event.
PCA Diablo: Porsche Club of America Diablo Region, click here for general information on PCA Diablo DE events.
PCA - GGR: Porsche Club of America Golden Gate Region, click here for general information on PCA GGR DE events.
PCA - CCCR: Porsche Club of America California Central Coast Region, click here for general information on PCA CCCR DE events.
Zone 7 Events - Website
Check out the monthly Zone 7 Newsletter, "In the Zone" - August 2026
Zone 7 Autocross - Click here for information on the Zone 7 Autocross schedule.
Zone 7 Concours - Click here for information on the Zone 7 Concours series.
PCA/PCNA Events
Click here for a list of upcoming PCA events.
Click here to reach key Diablo PCA Contacts
Click here to contact Weekly Blast Editors with questions, comments & suggestions. Please note all requests for inclusion in the Blast must be submitted by Tuesday at 0900.