News Summary

The iconic Oscar Mayer Wienermobile will make four stops in Hilton Head Island and Bluffton during the St. Patrick’s Day weekend. Visitors will have the chance to tour the vehicle, take photographs, and engage with the ‘Hotdoggers’ behind the wheel. Along with this unique experience, guests can enjoy free giveaways including stickers and sausage-shaped whistles. Don’t miss this fun event that coincides with the island’s annual celebrations!

Hilton Head Island

The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile will make four stops in Hilton Head Island and Bluffton over the St. Patrick’s Day weekend, offering visitors a unique experience to explore the iconic vehicle.

Event Details

These appearances coincide with the island’s annual St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. Visitors can:

• Tour the inside of the Wienermobile
• Take pictures
• Chat with the drivers, referred to as “Hotdoggers”

Free Giveaways

Guests can also receive complimentary “Wiener-mobilia” such as:

• Stickers
• Postcards
• Sausage-shaped whistles

Schedule of Stops

Here’s the detailed schedule for the Wienermobile’s stops in Beaufort County:

• Thursday, March 13: 42 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head (Kroger) from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Friday, March 14: 27 Discovery Drive, Bluffton (Kroger) from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Saturday, March 15: 1 South Forest Beach Drive, Hilton Head (St. Patrick’s Concert at Coligny Beach Park) from 2:15 to 7 p.m.
• Sunday, March 16: 1 Pope Avenue, Hilton Head (Hilton Head Ireland St. Patrick’s Day Parade/Irishfest) from 12 to 6 p.m.

About the Wienermobile

The Wienermobile, which is 27 feet long and has a classic ketchup-and-mustard color scheme, is one of only six in existence nationwide. Here are some fun facts:

• The vehicle features six seats and a hot dog-shaped dashboard.
• It also boasts a removable “bunroof.”
• The current driver, Luigino Croce, known as “Pickle Pip,” has traveled to 22 states in the past nine months.
• His copilot, “Deli Ellie,” is on her 26th state.

Selection and Training

Oscar Mayer’s Hotdoggers are selected from approximately 7,000 applicants and undergo a year-long training program that includes driving lessons from retired Madison police officers.

Community Engagement

During the event, Pickle Pip noted that driving the Wienermobile during rush hour is particularly rewarding, as it spreads positivity among fellow drivers. Visitors are encouraged to collect wiener-whistles and coupons while supplies last, contributing to the festive atmosphere of the 40th annual Hilton Head St. Patrick’s Day festivities.

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• Island Packet: Traffic News
• Wikipedia: St. Patrick’s Day
• WTOC: Oscar Mayer Wienermobile Heading to Lowcountry
• Google Search: Oscar Mayer Wienermobile
• WSAV: Oscar Mayer Wienermobile in Town
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Hot Dog
• The Gazette: Oscar Mayer Wienermobile Returns
• Google News: St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
• AOL: Celebrate Lunar Style
• Google Scholar: Wienermobile