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April
27th:
Madera, CA: Central Valley Classic Free BBQ; Open and Free of Charge to all who have Pre-Registered for the Saturday Central Valley Classic Car Show.
28th:
Madera, CA: Central Valley Classic; It's that time again! Time for all you Pontiac-Oldsmobile-Buick-Cadillac-GMC owners to dust them off for this terrific show! This year's special guest will be non-other than the God Father of the GTO, Mr. Jim Wangers! The show is hosted by Pontiacs of Central California, and sponsored by Don Bonander's Vintage GMC Dealership in Madera. It is held on the beautiful grounds of the Madera County Courthouse Park in Madera, you can relax on grass under 100 year old shade trees. Info: www.pontiacsofcentralcalifornia.org or call Brian at 559-908-9431. Info to follow.
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March 30th-April 1st:
Del Mar, CA: Good Guys 12th Annual Del Mar Nationals: Info; http://www.good-guys.com/events/eventsList.aspx?year=2012
1st:
Ojai, CA: 9th Annual April Fools Run Car Show; the show will be at 414 Ojai Avenue, Chaparral School behind the Park n' Ride. Open to all Pre-1975 Classic, Custom, Street Rods and Post-2000 American Factory Muscle Cars. The show is hosted by Boy Scout Troop 503 of Oak View. The Optimist Club of Ojai will provide great tri-tip sandwiches. Free admission to spectators! Info: bsatroop503@hotmail.com or call Renee Rapp at 805-649-3401. Pre-registration by mail $20 or register at the gate $25. Check-in 7:30-10:30 a.m. Gates open to the public at 9:00 a.m.
Del Mar, CA: Goodguys Super Sunday; Open to all American made cars and trucks. Info: www.delmarnats.com
1st-21st:
Lancaster, CA: Moldy Marvin’s Kustom Kulture Art Kollection; At the Graphic Experience Gallery, 624 W. Lancaster Blvd. Opening reception on March 31st from 3pm till 8pm. Info: 661-949-1767
5th-8th:
Las Vegas, NV: Viva Las Vegas Rockabilly Weekend; At the Orleans Hotel, 4500 W. Tropicana. Info: www.vivalasvegas.net or 800-595-4849.
6th:
Fresno, CA: Hot Rod Coalition Car Show; HRC has spent the last year creating the Valley's #1 Hot rod website and now we are bringing 7 innovative and first class shows to Fresno. They will be held at the Park Place shopping center on Palm and Nees on the first Friday of every month from April - October @ 6:00 pm. Each show will have a theme: Car club cash sweepstakes, Drive-in movie, music festival, automotive art show, Snow White Hot Rod Shop Reunion, and a Rodders Memorial. Did I mention that all these events are FREE with an HRC logo visible on your windshield? Info: www.hotrodcoalition.com, or call 559-709-1212.
7th:
Monterey, CA: Cars and Coffee; In the Starbucks parking lot in the Del Monte Shopping Center. While Del Monte Shopping Center welcomes you to meet every Saturday, many of you prefer the monthly hosted event. With that said, we're going to kick-off the 2012 season starting this Saturday, March 3, 2012 form 7:00am to 9:00am and every first Saturday through December. This event is free to attend and show-off your car. Meet your fellow gear heads over a cup of coffee. I will try and gather some "stuff" to giveaway.
La Verne, CA: Cool Cruise; In Old Town from 9am till 3pm. Open to Customes, Classics, Got Rods, Trucks and Muscle Cars. Proceeds benefit FLA Rescue, www.flarescue.org, and Sowing Seeds for Life www.sowingseedsforlife.org, Info: Doug, 626-332-1155
8th:
Long Beach, CA: Hi Performance Swap Meet; 6am till 1pm at Long Beach Veterans Stadium. Info: www.longbeachhiposwap.com
12th-14th:
Thousand Oaks, CA: Targa California Back Roads Sports Car Tour; this event is for 1975 and older makes. Entry fee is $250.00 and you must have NASA membership http://www.nasaproracing.com/event/1403. The event starts in Thousand Oaks and moves up the scenic California coast for three days. Info: Go to www.targacalifornia.com; or contact Dave at targacalifornia@gmail.com
14th:
Fresno, CA: Tower Classic Car Show; The show runs from 10am till 3pm, and is hosted by Hot Rods of Fresno. This event benefits the Valley Center for the Blind. Info: On the website; www.hotrodsfresno.com
Los Banos, CA: 8th Annual, Rod Runners Run to the Park Car Show; At Pacheco Park. Registration opens at 8am. $20.00 pre-registration by April 7; $25.00 same-day. $250.00 Best-of-Show award; motor and transmission raffle. For more info, call 209-826-1168 or 209-675-1476.
Moreno Valley, CA: Car Show & Pinewood Car Race; at Crosswinds Church, 29263 Ironwood Ave, (Closest main access: Hwy 60 East at Redlands Blvd North, Ironwood East). This event is hosted by Crosswinds Awana to benefit the Crosswinds Awana Kids Club. Pre-registration $25.00 by April 7 includes t-shirt and lunch for 2; registration after April 7 is $30.00 and includes lunch for 2 but no T-shirt. Registration will be accepted at the gate. There will be drawings, awards, 50/50 and Food! Info: Koleen Medina 951-906-6548 or register @ www.crosswindschurchmorenovalley.org/awana.html. Click here for the flyer.
Burlingame, CA: 14th Annual Booze Broads& Hot Rods Rockabilly Festival & Pre-1965 Car Show featuring The Planet Rockers (TN), Roddy Jackson (Central CA), Almon Loos & the Hoop –n Hollars (TX), Miguel & the Atomic Three (Southern CA), Golden West Trio (Reno, NV), burlesque by Vera Deville, Vienna La Rouge, DJ Tanoa Samoa Boy, DJ Okie Oran,and DJ Don’t Scratch the Wax, plus tons of kustom kulture vendors, raffles and hot rod trophy ceremony. Embassy Suites, 150 Anza Blvd., 1:00pm-1:00am. Open to all pre-1965American traditional hot rods, customs, and classics. Hosted by The Bombshells. Spectators $20.00, hot rod drivers $15.00, no pre-sale, no pre-registration, 18+ only. Info: info@thebombshells.net or visit www.boozebroadsandhotrods.net
Winchester, CA: 4th Annual Hippy Killer Hoedown Hot Rod & Custom Bike Show; Rain or shine from 10am till 9pm. Bands to be announced. Info: http://www.hippykillersgarage.blogspot.com/
15th:
Pomona, CA: The Pomona Swap Meet and Classic Car Show; held seven times per year at the Fairplex in Pomona. Thousands of classic cars (many for sale, some just for show) from all across the country are displayed by their owners in five distinct Cars for Show & Sale Areas: Pre-'75 Classic Cars, any year Corvettes, any year Porsches, Pre-'59 Street Rods and Pre-'75 Volkswagens. The Pomona Swap Meet & Classic Car Show draws spectators from all across the globe to shop over 15 miles of hard to find car parts and accessories. Don't miss an opportunity to come to one or more of our classic car events. Mark your calendar now! Come to buy, come to sell or come to look; there is an event listed below just for you. Bring the whole family for a great day!
Ripon, CA: Road to Recovery & Bark for Life; At Mavis Stouffer Park 960 Stouffer St. (South Manley & East Main St) Hosted be One Step at a Time relay for life team to benefit the American Cancer Society 100%. Registration cost is $25.00. All Classic cars accepted. Must have entry by March 15 2012, and first 20 entries get a free car show t-shirt. There will be awards and vendors. Info: Registration forms, contact Kevin Souza at 209-499-2522, or email silvernblack60@att.net.
Rancho Cucamonga, CA: Chaffey College 4th Annual Car, Truck & Motorcycle Show; 10am till 2pm at the North end of the main campus entrance. Proceeds help fund Book Grants and Scholarships for students. Info: Sherm, 909-652-6860 or e-mail chaffeycollegecarclub@hotmail.com
19th-21st:
Pomona, CA: Ford-Cobra-Shelby Reunion; At the Fairplex! Info: www.fordcobrashelbyreunion.com
19th:
Murphys, CA: Classic Car Cruise Night; at Murphys Historic Hotel, 457 Main St., Murphys - 6 - 9 pm. Free Free Free, just bring your classic and have some fun! Info: Terry @ 209-728-9971 or terry.makemyday@yahoo.com
21st:
Kingsburg CA: 18th Annual Kingsburg Car Show; Hosted by the Kingsburg Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by the Selma Auto Mall. Judging starts at 10am with the awards presented at 3pm. Pancake breakfast starts at 7am. The show is on Draper Street. Info: 559-897-1111.
Corona, CA: Corona High NJROTC 5th Annual Classic & Custom Car Show; 7am till 1pm at the Corona High School East parking lot, 1150 W. 10 Street. Info: bper278@sbcglobal.net or call 951-522-9598.
21st-22nd:
Van Nuys, CA: Spring Fling XXVI; All Mopar show at Woodley Park; parking from 7am till 10am . . . Gates Close at 10am! Food court, dash plaques for first 400, and lots of awards. Kick off party on from 5pm till 9pm on Friday. Info: www.cpwclub.com or email info@cpwclub.com or 818-759-1779
22nd:
Coronado, CA: Motor Cars on Main Street; It's the 22nd year classic cars storm the isle of Coronado, for Motor Cars on Main Street, an ongoing tradition that takes place alongside the city's coveted Flower Show Weekend. Convertibles, roadsters, trucks, street rods and other custom rides — all of which rolled out of the factory before 1973 — gather at Isabella and Orange Avenues, one block from the beach, to flaunt their fancy paint jobs and meaty engines. More than 400 entrants will compete for the title of Best in Show. Rock to live entertainment by Tommy Price & The Stillettos, and Scooby will spin Solid Gold Rock in the Park. Thousands of spectators can vote for their favorite entry in a People’s Choice award and viewing is free. Come celebrate Chevrolet’s Centennial and get a sneak peek at the 2012 Corvette Centennial Edition, courtesy of so-sponsor Ron Baker Chevrolet. Get from one side of the island to the other easily using the FREE trolley. The trolley will run all day on Sunday taking visitors from the Car Show to the Hotel del Coronado, through the downtown with stops at the famous Flower Show & Book Fair and the Ferry Landing Market Place. The cars rally rain or shine, but any Southern Californian — grease monkey or not — knows to expect the latter. Car registrations are $30.00 before April 15 and $35.00 after, space permitting. Info: Register at www.CoronadoMainStreet.com or call (619) 437-0254.
Fresno, CA: Cherry Avenue Auction Spring Fest Auto Swap; Gates open from 7am till 3pm at 4640 S. Cherry Avenue, at American Ave. Pre-1980 Cars for Sale & Show plus used & classic parts. Admission $5.00, Display/Sell/Vendor $20.00 Info: www.cherryavenueauction.com or 559-266-9856
27th:
Madera, CA: Central Valley Classic Free BBQ; Open and Free of Charge to all who have Pre-Registered for the Saturday Central Valley Classic Car Show. T
28th:
Madera, CA: Central Valley Classic; It's that time again! Time for all you Pontiac-Oldsmobile-Buick-Cadillac-GMC owners to dust them off for this terrific show! This year's special guest will be non-other than the God Father of the GTO, Mr. Jim Wangers! The show is hosted by Pontiacs of Central California, and sponsored by Don Bonander's Vintage GMC Dealership in Madera. It is held on the beautiful grounds of the Madera County Courthouse Park in Madera, you can relax on grass under 100 year old shade trees. Info: www.pontiacsofcentralcalifornia.org or call Brian at 559-908-9431. Info to follow.
Coarsegold, CA: Inaugural KOA Spring Fling; proceeds will go to Kids Care Camp for KOA. We are the new owners of this KOA and new to this community and looking forward to meeting everyone! The show is open to cars and trucks; classics and customs, which will be competing for a Best of Show trophy. Entry fee is $30.00, and there will be camp sites for RV and Tents available for the weekend. Info: 909-418-4423.
Capay, CA: Fueled By The Fallen; The event goes from 12 noon till 8pm and is hosted by the Road Trip Bar & Grill (on highway 16 West of Woodland). Info: http://vimeo.com/40928184
Ramona, CA: 4th Annual Bulldog Country Charity Car Show; at Ramona High School, 1401 Hanson Lane (located 1 mile south of Main St – nearest cross street San Vicente Rd). Hosted by the Ramona High School Royal Alliance Band, with proceeds to benefit the RHS band programs and help keep music in our schools. Special musical entertainment by the Royal Blues Jazz Band. Registration Fees: $20.00 in advance, $25.00 at the gate; spectators free. Show is open to all types of vehicles including cars, trucks, semi trucks, tractors, motorcycles, you name it! Goodie bags and raffle tickets provided to all registrants, trophies awarded for each class. Info: www.bulldogcarsandcrafts.com or email bulldogcarshow@gmail.com. Click here for the flyer.
28th-29th:
Half Moon Bay, CA: 22nd Annual Pacific Coast Dream Machines Show; Happening at Half Moon Bay Airport, 9850 N. Cabrillo Highway, located on Highway 1, about 20 miles south of San Francisco and 5 miles north of Highway 92. It's a whimsical, fascinating, amusing, curious and absolutely unique show and tell spectacle featuring 2,000magnificent driving, flying and working machines from the 20th and21st centuries. The show is the major annual benefit event for the Coastside Adult Day Health Center. To show a car or motorcycle, the registration fee is $30.00 good for both days ($40 for entries post marked after April 15) and includes a dash plaque and admission for two people. Spectator admission is $20.00 ($30 for 2-daypass) for adults, $10 ($15 for 2-day pass) for ages 11-17 and 65+, and free for kids age 10 and under. Tickets are available at the gate only. Info: Download/print the entry form at http://www.miramarevents.com/dreammachines/entryform.pdf
29th:
Norco, CA: Bob's Big Boy Hot Rod & Classic Car Show: At Bob's Big Boy, 3521 Hamner Lane. Show runs 4pm till 7pm. Info: trollady10@aol.com
Santa Ana, CA: Gasoline Alley Car Show; 11am till 2pm, 100 South Main Street. No registration fee! Info: 714-550-7764.
Valley Center, CA: Heartbeat Happening XIV: Show runs 9am till 3pm at Bates Nut Farm, 15954 Woods Valley Rd. Open to all 1973 and prior cars. There will be a Craft Show, BBQ, and a Lion's club Pancake Breakfast! $25.00 by April 15, $30.00 after. Info: Pat, 760-745-2064 or www.heartbeatclassicchevy.com
Newberry Springs, CA: Laughlin River Run Biker BBQ; Ribs & Chicken, Live Music, Tatoo Artist, (did someone mention jello wrestling???) hmmm..... one never knows what to expect at The Barn, 44560 National Trails Hwy. Festivities begin 9:00 am and last till we're done. Bikers are our favorite people, come check out the beautiful bikes. Info: (760) 257-4110
2nd-5th:
Morro Bay, CA: Flathead Reunion West; Open to all Flathead Pontiac, Oakland and GMC powered vehicles! Event will be at the Inn at Morro Bay, 60 State Park Road; 805-772-5651. Hosted by the Early Times Chapter of POCI (www.earlytimeschapter.org) Info: Arnold Landvoigt at 301-489-0070 or West Coast Host Bernie Hackett at 805-485-2980, or email pocidjudge@aol.com
3rd-6th:
Oxnard, CA: 2012 Western Regional Hudson-Essex-Terraplane Western Regional Meet; At the Oxnard Courtyard Marriott, 600 East Esplanade Dr. and hosted by the Southern California Chapter of the Hudson-Essex-Terraplane Club. Four days of FUN! Click here for the flyer and registration form.
4th:
Fresno, CA: Hot Rod Coalition Car Show; HRC has spent the last year creating the Valley's #1 Hot rod website and now we are bringing 7 innovative and first class shows to Fresno. They will be held at the Park Place shopping center on Palm and Nees on the first Friday of every month from April - October @ 6:00 pm. Each show will have a theme: Car club cash sweepstakes, Drive-in movie, music festival, automotive art show, Snow White Hot Rod Shop Reunion, and a Rodders Memorial. Did I mention that all these events are FREE with an HRC logo visible on your windshield? Info: www.hotrodcoalition.com, or call 559-709-1212.
Clovis, CA: 2nd Annual Clovis Senior Center Car Show; It all happens at the Senior Center, 850 4th St., between 11:00am and 2:00pm on a Friday, to leave your weekend free. Judges will consist of auto experts from local car dealers and local officials. There will be $100.00 gift card for first place, $50.00 for second and $25.00 for third place. There will also be a 50/50 raffle and a BBQ lunch for only $4.00! Proceeds will be used to help our senior programs. Info: 559-324-2750. Click here for the flyer, here for the registration form.
5th:
Madera, CA: Sierra View Elementary School Carnival & Car Show; 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., registration Fee $25.00, includes 1 free tri-tip dinner. Sierra View Elementary School is in Madera Ranchos. Info: Contact Stacy Anselmo, 559-645-4320.
Monterey, CA: Cars and Coffee; In the Starbucks parking lot in the Del Monte Shopping Center. While Del Monte Shopping Center welcomes you to meet every Saturday, many of you prefer the monthly hosted event. With that said, we're going to kick-off the 2012 season starting this Saturday, March 3, 2012 form 7:00am to 9:00am and every first Saturday through December. This event is free to attend and show-off your car. Meet your fellow gear heads over a cup of coffee. I will try and gather some "stuff" to giveaway.
Tracy, CA: 22nd Annual Picnic in the Park; hosted by the Tracy Clutch Burners. It will be held at Dr. Powers Park on the corner of Tracy Blvd and Lowell, rain or shine. Bring your 1972 or older car and join the fun. Info: www.clutchburners.com or call John @ (209) 835-2389 or Bill @ (209) 825-4006.Tracy, CA: 22nd Annual Picnic in the Park; hosted by the Tracy Clutch Burners. It will be held at Dr. Powers Park on the corner of Tracy Blvd and Lowell, rain or shine. Bring your 1972 or older car and join the fun. Info: www.clutchburners.com or call John @ (209) 835-2389 or Bill @ (209) 825-4006.
Ione, CA: Ione's 3rd Annual Classic Car Show; At Main Street, Downtown Ione, Hosted by IBCA & Clark's Corner. http://clarkscornerione.com/pages/home.cgi Advance entry fee $35.00, same-day entry fee $40.00. Public Registration is limited to Pre '75 cars. Tribute/Law Enforcement Registration is open to any year. There will be great food, awesome entertainment, and many vendors. Bring your family & friends and plan to have a good time. Additionally, Clark's Corner will be hosting a Sock Hop & Pre-Registration on Friday, May 4th at 6pm. Hope to see you there! Info and registration forms: http://clarkscornerione.com/pages/events.cgi?calcatid=2&calid=377 or contact Laurie at (209)747-7187 or laurie.lord@sbcglobal.net. Click here for the flyer.
Hesperia, CA: 3rd Annual Oak Hills High School Car Show; Show runs from 10:00am till 2:00pm. This is the only fund raiser the auto shop does each year and usually brings in about 160 cars from through out the High Desert and Inland Empire. All proceeds go to the Auto Club at Oak Hills High and are used to purchase everything from parts for a club owned ‘78 Corvette to oil, hand soap, field trips or anything else the club needs and votes on. As you may already know not every teenager is going to be the football quarter back or a cheer leader. We want students to be proud of their own talents and interests and know there is a community out there that supports and understands them. Students will be displaying their cars proudly and are always excited to see the line of beautiful cars that come each year. Current projects in the shop are a 1940 Chevy truck and a ‘53 GMC truck. Past projects (some not yet completed) include a ‘68 Firebird, ‘65 Mustang, ‘58 Baja Bug (sold) and a ‘68 El Camino (sold). These cars are worked on and built by students but owned by the instructor Mike Stayton. The club owns a ‘78 Corvette, (still in pieces) and two convertible ‘73 Cadillacs that they hope to fix up as Home Coming cars for the court. They have a long way to go of course. Info: (760) 680-6216 or carolyn.stayton@hesperiausd.org
5th-6th:
San Jose, CA: 2nd Annual San Jose Classics & Customs Indoor Car Show; The indoor car show will be held at the San Jose Convention Center South Hall, 435 S. Market St. Admission $12.00; kids under 12 years of age are free. Exhibitors; Early Bird special 10% off $50 $40 if registered by March 15, 2012, $40.00 if registering 10 or more vehicles; $45.00 if registering 5 to 9 vehicles. Info: For entry and sponsor forms please go to our website www.sanjoseclassicsandcustoms.com. Or call Rogelio (Roger) Cevallos at 408 202-0572. Email info@BayAreaRCPromotions.com.
Mountain View, CA: Al La Car Art & Art Classic Car Show; At the popular Mountain View Festival. On Castro St. between Church and Mercy from 9am till 6pm..Space for 75 vehicles so register early! Registration Info: Click here.
6th:
Turlock, CA: Spring Turlock Swap Meet; at the Stanislaus County Fairgrounds, 900 N. Broadway. Info: http://www.springfallturlock.com/
Torrance, CA: Rev'ved Up 4 Kids Car Show; at Vic’s Garage’s, 510 Madrid Ave. Hosted by Edelbrock, LLC. This charity fundraising event benefits The Center For Learning Unlimited. All makes and models are welcome. Show hours are 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Pre-registration entry cost $35.00, Day of show entry cost, $40.00, spectators are FREE. For more info visit http://revvedup4kids.com/index.html or email events@edelbrock.com. Click here for the flyer and registration form.
Perris, CA: 27th Annual Antique Truck Show & Swap Meet; 9am till 3pm at the Orange Empire Railway Museum, 2201 S. A Street. Info: Show entries call Barry, 951-588-6007; Swap vendors call Leigh, 949-294-2171.
Ontario, CA: Car & Motorcycle Show; Hosted by the Ontario USO, this event will be at the Ontario airport (the old terminal), 1940 E. Moore Way from 10am till 3pm. Proceeds will go to support the traveling members of the armed forces and their families that use the USO center at the old terminal at the airport. Besides hundreds of cars, the Patriot Guard & American Legion Riders will participate. There will also be vendors, awards, food, music and a 50/50 raffle. Pre registration: cars, $20.00. motorcycles $10.00; $25.00 and $15.00 the day of the event, spectators are free. Info: Participants can register on line at www.usontario.org, or visit the USO. Make checks to USO ONTARIO. Sponsors and Vendors are welcome. Call Gail or Mary at 909-390-4274 for vendor or sponsorship opportunities. Donations also accepted.
Newberry Springs, CA: The Clampers are Coming!; Yeah, our favorite guys are going to erect the monument for Newberry Springs. It's also the day for our monthly flea market so bring your wares (and other stuff you want to unload) and for the low, low price of only $2 you can have a vendor space as big as you want! We will keep the space in front of The Barn roped off for our major monument construction. As I understand it, it is quite the event to witness. Lots of fun and laughter and friendly folks. We'll also celebrate Cinco de Mayo!! Info: (760) 257-4110
Redondo Beach, CA: 7th Annual 'Blessing of the Hair' Car Show; noon to 5pm at Ultra Lux Salon & Lounge, 1312 Aviation Blvd, and hosted by the beauty operators of Ultra Lux Salon. The event will feature vendors, a raffle, bands and of course cars. There is a $10.00 entry fee or $5 w/ a car (driver only). Trophy for Best in Show, to be chosen by the amazing Kim Lenz. This year’s bands are: OK...Here's the Plan, Rythym Shakers & Kim Lenz & her Jaguars. Info: (310) 372-3332; on Facebook at: www.facebook.com/ultraluxsalon, or email us at: ultraluxsalon1@hotmail.com
12th:
Costa Mesa, CA: 24th Annual All Pontiac Show; Open to all years Pontiacs, Oaklands and GMC Trucks. The event now moves to a much better and bigger venue, the Hooters restaurant at 1507 South Coast Drive. Show is sponsored by So Cal Chapter of POCI. Pre-registered cars will be allowed to move in and park first, so ya better pre-register by May 7th. Info: Enter on line at: www.sccpoci.com Click here for the flyer.
San Lorenzo, CA: 11th AnnualArroyo Classic & Custom Car and Motorcycle Show; show in Memory of Rick DeVecchi. Enjoy a fun filled family day with live music, bbq, raffles, and people’s choice trophy presentations with a local KTVU television celebrity and the world famous Hooter girls. You will be treated to hundreds of classics, customs, muscle cars, race cars, rat rods, motorcycles, vintage cars, low riders and more. Show runs from 9am-3pm at Arroyo High School located at 15701 Lorenzo Ave. 100% of proceeds will be used for high school sports! $20.00 pre-registration; $5.00 for spectators. Info: Call Debbie Chambless at (510) 483-1776 or email ArroyoHSCarShow@aol.com. Forms at www.arroyocarshow.com.
Kingsburg, CA: Start‘n Summer Rod Run; Show runs 9am till 4pm at the Kingsburg Gun club on the Kings River. Music, Raffle, Food and lots of fun! Info: Vic, 559-618-2996.
San Rafael, CA: May Madness Classic Car Parade and Rockin’ Street Dance; now accepting applications for their 25th annual event held on Fourth Street in downtown. Application deadline is May 9th. Basic entry fee is $50.00 and includes a souvenir plaque. Applicants can choose to participate in the Parade only (cars 1972 or older) or the “Show and Shine” only. The event is from noon until 6:00pm with the Hot Rod Parade starting at 5:00pm. Trophies will be awarded in several categories. May Madness, the longest running Street Rod Show and Parade in Northern California, is presented by the San Rafael Business Improvement District and the San Rafael Chamber of Commerce. This is a fun, free family event. Enjoy live music, great food and beverage, raffles, children’s activities and more. Info and registration forms are available online at www.downtownsanrafael.org or by calling Pacific Expositions at (415) 388-7208. Space is limited so sign up right away.
Oakhurst, CA: 3rd Annual YHS Car Show; The event will be taking place on Yosemite High School's lower soccer fields; enter the main drive way, bypass the main parking and drive all the way through to the back of the lot. Any and all profits are being donated to the YHS Auto program in order to further student education in automotive technology. If you are interested in donating, my contact information is down below and I'd be glad to walk you through the steps of getting your donation to us. Info and registration forms: Brandon Shapiro, bshapiro94@yahoo.com or 559-760-3519
Hilmar, CA: Haywire Car & Truck Show; roll-In 8:30am till 12:30pm, show runs 10:30am till 4:00pm at Hilmar High School, 7807 Lander Avenue. Hosted by PRoDuCtS of SoCIeTY (www.productsofsociety.com) and benefiting the Students of AVID. Open to all cars and trucks! 15 People’s Choice awards plus Food, Vendor Booths, Kid's Carnival Activities and exciting raffle prizes! $15.00 Pre-Registration, day of $20.00; spectators are FREE. Info: Justin @ 209-207-8656 or POSJustin@gmail.com Click here for the flyer
Long Beach, CA: Benefit Car Show; hosted by the Sultans Car Club to support and purchase police dogs! Show runs 10am to 3pm rain or shine. Open to 1973 and earlier vehicles. Show at the LB Police Officers Association Park behind Lowes and Wal Mart at Carson St. and the 605 freeway. Info: Vince 562-432-0901 days, and 562-424-8726 evenings up to 8pm.
San Lorenzo, CA: 11th Annual Rick DeVecchi Memorial Car & Motorcycle Show; Show will be at Arroyo High School, 15701 Lorenzo Ave. Pancake breakfast, raffle, bbq, live music, vendors and lots of awards! All proceeds will benefit high school sports. Info: Debbi @ 510-483-1776 or on the web at www.arroyocarshow.com Click here for the flyer
Clovis, CA: Jefferson Elementary 2nd Annual Car Show; 1880 Fowler Ave. Corner of Fowler and Shaw. Proceeds go to the Jefferson Elementary Parent Club. Pre-registration is $25.00 for each car or motorcycle with $5 extra for one additional car or motorcycle. After the pre-registration date of May 7th, the entry fee remains the same at $25.00, but no discount for additional car. Free to the public. All cars and motorcycles welcome. Info: Tracy Fairbanks at: fiyacracka1437@sbcglobal.net or call 559-704-3309. Download registration form at: http://jefferson.cusd.com/Car%20Show%20registration%20for%202nd%20Annual.pdf
Modesto, CA: Cruisin for Music; At Johansen High School, 641 Norseman Dr, (Closest Main Intersection: Claus Road and Yosemite Blvd) Hosted by the Johansen Band and Guard Boosters. Benefits all Johansen Band and Guard Programs. www.johansenbandandguard.com. Registration $15.00, Spectator Cost $5.00. Various People's Choice Awards and activities for all ages! Info: E-mail or call Steve at hamiltonz@sbcglobal.net, 209-523-7124 or cell 209-595-7253 Click here for the flyer
Napa, CA: 2nd Annual Car Show & Family Festival; at Shearer Charter School, 1590 Elm St, from 10am till 2pm. There will be food, raffle and entertainment along with lots of beautiful cars! Hosted by the Shearer Parent Teachers Organization, funds will help the school achieve its goal of helping every student achieve their best. Shearer PTO is a 501 c3 making your donation tax deductible. Info: 707-253-3508 or on the web at http://thumm.com/shearer/ Click here for the registration form.
Campbell, CA: Rockin’ Rods Car Show & BBQ; Hosted by American Legion Post 99 the Classic, Custom and Hot Rod Car Show & BBQ features Free Car Registration for Veteran’s! The show which runs from 11 to 3 pm. is not your ordinary car show where all the action is in the parking lot. Not only will the show feature 50 to 60 cars, it also offers BBQ dining with views of the water, an “Oldies” Good Times Music Hall, and a Happy Days Ice Cream Parlor. A replica of a 1919 French locomotive “Forty & Eight Train” (on a bus chassis) will be giving free rides. Every one is invited to bring a photo of their car (or any photo) and put it on their choice of a personalized T-Shirt, hat, coffee mug or blanket. Over $1,000 in raffle prizes are up for grabs. While many other shows that charge car participants a $20 to $25 fee, registration for this show is free. The money raised will go to numerous Post 99 projects for veterans including their dedication to the injured and sick soldiers at Menlo Park Veteran’s Hospital. Post 99 brings cheer, food and fun to these soldiers with semi- annual BBQs, Ice Cream Socials and clothing drives. For more information about participating as a volunteer in the Menlo Park Veteran’s hospital events, contact Post 99’s office at 408-379-6420. Post 99 invests in our youth, by supporting both a Cub Scout and Boy Scout troop. The American Legion Post 99 was founded in 1919 in Los Gatos. Today, Post 99 has over 300 members representing veterans from World War II, Korea, Vietnam, Iraq and Afghanistan. The event will be at the American Legion Post 99 and West Valley Event Center at 1344 Dell Avenue. Parking and admission are also free. Space for cars is limited, so early registration is recommended. Owners of classic, custom and hot rod cars are welcome to pre-register by May 8th. Info: Cars can be registered online by visiting www.post99.org or by emailing clydenunes@comcast.net or calling Clyde at (408) 316-0515.
Santa Clarita, CA: Route 66 Classic Car Show; Classic car show with over 200 cars, great food and a full bar plus tons of trophies and raffle prizes! This is a great event for the entire family! All proceeds will be donated to the SCV Saferides Foundation. The event will be at 18730 Soledad Canyon Road. Info: www.route66classicgrill.com, or check us out on Facebook or Twitter. Click here for the flyer.
Villa Park, CA: Villa Park Car & Bike Show; From 9am till 3pm at Villa Park High School, 18042 Taft Ave., Orange, CA. Hosted by Villa Park High School Band Boosters to benefit the Villa Park School Instrumental Music Program. Pre-registration entry cost $30.00, $35.00 after May 1st. Spectators are FREE. Vendor booth rental $40.00. Info: email Katy Carey, katybug92807@yahoo.com, or visit www.vphscarshow.com
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Long Beach, CA: Hi Performance Swap Meet; 6am till 1pm at Long Beach Veterans Stadium. Info: www.longbeachhiposwap.com
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Murphys, CA: Classic Car Cruise Night; at Murphys Historic Hotel, 457 Main St., Murphys - 6 - 9 pm. Free Free Free, just bring your classic and have some fun! Info: Terry @ 209-728-9971 or terry.makemyday@yahoo.com
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Turlock, CA: Alchemists Shrine Clowns 2nd Annual Car Show; At Stanislaus County Fairgrounds, 900 N Broadway/Canal Drive (Hwy 99, Fulkerth exit, go East, R on Soderquist, L on Canal Dr, L on Broadway) Pre-registration before May 1, 2012 = $25.00 (2 lunches for first 100 pre-registered cars before May 1, 2012) After May 1, 2012 = $30.00, Vendor’s Booth price = $50.00. Information contact: Craig Clark @ 209-535-6217 or 209-668-7400 or email @ craig.clark@sbcglobal.net (make sure to put car show in subject area).
Maxwell, CA: 15th Annual Maxwell Classic Car Show, the Best Little Free Car Show in the World; the show will be held at 515 Oak St. It is open to all makes and models and there is no entry fee. There will be trophies, dash plaques, free raffle, special VIP award, a Reno vacation package giveaway, kids activities and a junior livestock and horse rodeo. In addition, there is a parade for car show, participation optional. Maxwell is located about one hour north of Sacramento on I-5. Info or flyer call Randy @530-682-9915 or e-mail vicki-wilson@hotmail.com
Redlands, CA: Redlands Optimist Car Show & Chili Cook Off; Show at Sylvan Park from 10am till 2pm. Registraion fee $25.00 by May 8, $35.00 after and at the gate. Info: 951-840-5575 or www.redlandsoptimistclub.org
Pine Valley, CA: 10th Annual Run to the Hills; First 250 entrants receive dash plaque and raffle ticket. Show runs 9am till 3pm on hwy 80 East of Pine Valley Road. Breakfast will be available! Info: 619-440-6168 or 619-460-4945, or www.mondaynitecarclub.net
Visalia, CA: Visalia Breakfast Lions Club 24th Annual Car Show; 25.00 Entry Fee includes an 8x10 Personalized Picture Plaque of your Vehicle and a Goody Bag! Info, www.visaliabreakfastlions.org
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Santa Barbara, CA: Wheels and Waves Classic Car & Hot Rod Show; Cruise on the 19th, show on the 20th! Come join 350 cool cars for this classic event on State Street between Micheltorena and Gutierrez. Info: http://wheelsandwaves.com/
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Redwood City, CA: Friendship Day 2012; Pacific Shores Center, 1300 Seaport Blvd. (Seaport Blvd. is the eastern extension of Woodside Rd.). Hosted for the 38th time by Mid Peninsula Old Time Auto Club. Gate fee $15.00 per car, which includes complimentary coffee and doughnuts for the early birds, a goodie bag, dash plaque and a prize drawing ticket for the 1st 500 entrants. Antique, special interest, collector and unique vehicles (cars, trucks, motorcycles, trailers etc.) are welcome. This is our 38th Friendship Day and the 2nd time at this location (Everyone loved the new location last year) Food and drinks will again be available from "Flamin' Dogs". There is no pre registration, or judging. For information, contact Bob at FriendshipDay12@AOL.com or (650) 851-4944. Click here for the flyer.
Calimesa, CA: Spring Breakout Cruise; At Bob's Big Boy, 540 Sandalwood Drive, off I-10 at the Calimesa off ramp. Raffle, 50/50, games, prizes and lots of family fun! No pre entry fee, and open to all pre 1980 antiques, classics and hot rods. Show runs 2pm till 5pm. Info: Rip, 909-795-0291
Red Bluff, CA: 38th Annual Red Bluff River Park Car Show; (Formerly the Woodson Bridge Car Show.) From Main Street, enter on Willow Street. Enjoy a relaxing day on the grass next to the Sacramento River with the Contemporary Historical Vehicle Association. Open to all street legal cars and trucks 1986 and earlier. People’s Choice trophies, 50-50 drawing, merchandise raffles plus food and drink available onsite. Spectators are free, so bring the kids, neighbors and relatives. Use flyer back for $10.00 pre-registration form, $15.00 at the gate. Info: Contact Ron at 530-275-8655, ronlips@netzero.com or Ty at 530-547-5774, bevnty@frontiernet.net For your GPS, use 100 River Park Way. Click here for the flyer, and here for the registration form.
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Frazier Park, CA: Ridge Route Run Car Show; Will be held in down town Frazier Park, on top of the grapevine just off I-5 North of LA. Open to all classes. Show will be from 7am to 3:30 pm and the cost is $20.00 pre-registration and $30.00 on day of the show. There will be a 50-50 drawing with proceeds going to a local charity. We have been averaging 200 or more cars at the show. The weather is good and it is a great cruise up the mountain for your car or club. Come and join us. Click here for the flyer, and here for the registration form.
Rio Linda, CA: 11th Annual Thunder in Depot Park; 8am to 3pm in the middle beautiful downtown Rio Linda at 810 Oak Lane. The event is all on grass with lotsa shade under the water tower. All pre-1976 Collector vehicles are welcome. There is a $20.00 entry fee, No Pre-registration –Just Show Up! Sponsored by the Capitol Auto Club “THUNDERBOLTS”. Dash plaques, awards, music, door prizes, T-shirts, venders, food & beverage ++ NSRA Safety Inspection & ACCC booths available. Info: 530-677-4761 or 916-965-5270.
Huntington Beach, CA: AALOC Show-Down; Hosted by the Animal Assistance League of Orange County and benefiting abused and abandoned dogs and cats. Event is at the Newland Barn, 19822 Beach Blvd. (Beach &Adams). There will also be a Chili Cook-off, Raffle, Silent Auction, Beer &Wine Tasting and more. Car show features classic American Cars and hot rods. Show is from 1-5 pm. Cars need to arrive between 11am and 12noon. Event cost is $25.00 advance/$30.00 at door. Car entry is free and includes 2 entry tickets, but must pre-register. Info: Email Todd at todd.aaloc@gmail.com or phone310-776-0045. click here for the flyer
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Santa Ana, CA: Gasoline Alley Car Show; 11am till 2pm, 100 South Main Street. No registration fee! Info: 714-550-7764.
Redlands, CA: 16th Annual Car Show; Presented by the Redlands Professional Firefighters. Show runs 8am till 3pm "rain or shine"; $15.00 by May 23, $20.00 after, Trophies, 50/50, food and refreshments with a great pancake breakfast from 7am to 10am. Info: William, 909-798-7600 or rfd.carshow@gmail.com
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Norco, CA: Bob's Big Boy Hot Rod & Classic Car Show: At Bob's Big Boy, 3521 Hamner Lane. Show runs 2pm till 5pm. Info: trollady10@aol.com
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Lincoln, CA: Thunder in The Valley Show & Shine; From 4pm till 10pm at Thunder Valley Casino Resort, 1200 Athens Ave. Open to all 1972 and older American made or American powered vehicles and hosted by Rods & Relics, and Thunder Valley Casino Resort. There is free admission and no vehicle registration fees. Awards, Raffles, Music, plus lots of food and drinks available. Come out and enjoy the evening. This show is a prelude to Saturdays Downtown Lincoln Classic Car Show. Info www.rodsnrelics.net
Fresno, CA: Hot Rod Coalition Car Show; HRC has spent the last year creating the Valley's #1 Hot rod website and now we are bringing 7 innovative and first class shows to Fresno. They will be held at the Park Place shopping center on Palm and Nees on the first Friday of every month from April - October @ 6:00 pm. Each show will have a theme: Car club cash sweepstakes, Drive-in movie, music festival, automotive art show, Snow White Hot Rod Shop Reunion, and a Rodders Memorial. Did I mention that all these events are FREE with an HRC logo visible on your windshield? Info: www.hotrodcoalition.com, or call 559-709-1212.
Citrus Heights, CA: 2nd Annual Mariposa Classic Street Fair and Car Show; This is a great Friday show running from 4pm till 9pm at Mariposa Elementary School, 7940 Mariposa Ave. (off Antelope Rd, between Auburn Blvd and Sunrise Blvd). The show is a benefit for our very own Mariposa Elementary School and as well as a showcase for our community. Open to all years and makes of Show Worthy cars! Pre-Registration is only $10.00; $15.00 at the door. There will be over 20 Awards and Vendors Galore, plus Raffles and 50/50 drawing. Info: Chris Martin chris.martin6@comcast.net 916-240-2738. Site map: https://sites.google.com/site/mariposacarshow/ Click here for the registration form, and here for the vendor form.
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Lincoln, CA: Downtown Lincoln 6th Annual Classic Car Show; Hosted by Rods & Relics of Lincoln Hills and Lincoln VFW Post 3010. The show is open to all 1972 and older American Made or American Powered Vehicles. Registration before May 15th is $20.00-- after May 15, $25.00. Show to benefit the Gathering Inn, Ride to Walk, and Placer County SPCA. Show registration from 7-10 a.m., 50+ Trophies and Plaques will be awarded at 2:30 p.m. Club participation award includes $100. Dash plaques and Goody bags for the first 200 cars registered. Raffle prizes, Great Music, Great Food Vendors and fun for all in beautiful Historic Downtown Lincoln. NSRA safety inspections available. Boy Scout breakfast 7-10 am. Info: www.rodsnrelics.net for registration forms, etc. or call Alan Taylor 916-749-7468
Monterey, CA: Cars and Coffee; In the Starbucks parking lot in the Del Monte Shopping Center. While Del Monte Shopping Center welcomes you to meet every Saturday, many of you prefer the monthly hosted event. With that said, we're going to kick-off the 2012 season starting this Saturday, March 3, 2012 form 7:00am to 9:00am and every first Saturday through December. This event is free to attend and show-off your car. Meet your fellow gear heads over a cup of coffee. I will try and gather some "stuff" to giveaway.
Acton, CA: Annual Car Show Fundraiser; presented by the Acton Chamber of Commerce, with 100% of all show proceeds going toward funding our Annual 4th of July Parade and other community based events. It will be held at the beautiful Thousand Trails, Soledad Canyon Resort located at 4700 Crown Valley Road. Show time will be 10:00am to 3:00pm with load in beginning at 7:00am. With expanded judging categories we expect even more awesome cars, trucks and motorcycles than our great turnout of 2011. We will of course have the live music, vendor booths and good food in the pleasant family environment you like. Also because of this year’s slightly later date you will find the park is open full swing. The pool and overnight camping will be available. Acton is a rural community located about 20 minutes north of Santa Clarita off State Highway 14. To get to Thousand Trails exit Hwy 14 at Crown Valley Rd. and go south beyond the railroad tracks (3.4 miles) until you see the sign on the left before the junction of Soledad Canyon Rd. Watch for the yellow signs along the route. Info: The show rules/entry and vendor forms are now available for download at www.carshowinacton.com. Please check this site often as we will be updating with additional information as show time approaches. Or, call 661.269.8406 or email promotions@actoncoc.org.
Ontario, CA: Inland Valley Street Rods Rally & Cruise; Check in at the Ontario City Hall, 303 East B Street (there will be plenty of signs) between 6am and 10am. This will be an all day cruise with food and entertainment, drawings, dash plaques and an open header contest at 1pm!! Open to pre 1975 vehicles, and all years Harley Davidsons. Info: wsutt@aol.com
Turlock, CA: Benefit Car Show; This show is for the victims of the sheriff, locksmith and families of the horrible incident that took place on 4/12/2012 in Modesto. The show will be at Pitman High School 2525 W. Christopherson Wy, with roll in 8am to 10 am, show from 10am till 4pm (no pre reg). Cost: $25.00 to show, free for spectators. 75% proceeds will go towards the victims and families 25% for cost of show. This show is for a great cause and is open to all vehicles. We are also looking for vendors and sponsors. Info: call or text Yeshi 209-818-3295 or email at yeshi@pharcydecustoms.net
Santa Clara, CA: St. Clare Community Festival; event will be at 725 Washington Street and is open to classic cars, but is limited to the first 30 registrants. Show time is from Noon till 5pm, but stay afterwards to enjoy the food and carnival festivities. Trophies will be awarded for fan favorite and best car. Registration is free, so please register online at www.stclareparishfestival.com/car-show/ Stay and enjoy great food, entertainment, games and carnival rides. Purchase carnival ride ticket in advance at a 40% discount on our web-site as well. Info: info@stclareparishfestival.com
Clovis, CA: 11 Annual Fun in the Sun Car Show; At Northside Christian Church 2704 Nees Ave. Gates open 7am with registration 8am till 10am. Info: www.northisidechurch.com/mens/carshow
Twentynine Palms, CA: 12th Annual Street Fair and Car Show; the show will be on Twentynine Palms Hwy (State Route 62) downtown, hosted by the Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce, http://www.29chamber.org/visitorinformation/events.html). The registration fee for vehicles is $25.00 for pre-registration, $30.00 on site, and $15.00 for Active Duty Military Personnel. The categories for cars, trucks & motorcycles are: custom, classic, antique and sports (with the addition of trike). The event takes place from 4-9PM (State Route 62 will be closed to traffic from 3-10PM) with registration occurring on Desert Queen. Kicking off the event will be the Annual ASYMCA Soapbox Derby, taking place at 5:30 pm on Donnell Hill. The Soapbox Derby is for children ages 5-14 years old. Vendors line the street and downtown merchants extend business hours for your shopping and dining pleasure. Enter your own classic or custom car or motorcycle, or help us select winners in the "People’s Choice" contest. Voting is from 4pm to 8pm. Once all ballots are counted, then trophies will be awarded, approx. 8:30pm. Located just minutes from the world’s largest Marine Base and the Joshua Tree National Park this event draws a large and varied crowd of participants and spectators. Info: See the Chamber's Visitor Information event page for entry forms and more information, or contact Jodi Callahan, Executive Director Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce at 760-367-3445 (phone) or 760-367-3366 (fax) or online at www.29chamber.org.
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Pleasanton, CA: Good Guys 19th Annual Summer Get-Together: Info: http://www.good-guys.com/events/eventsList.aspx?year=2012
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- Modesto, CA: Graffiti Classic Car Show; At Modesto Junior College West Campus, 2201 Blue Gum Avenue, (Closest Main access: Hwy. 99 at Carpenter Rd., then go west.) Hosted by Modesto Area Street Rod Association. http://modestoasra.com . Pre-registration entry cost $25.00, Spectator cost is free. Vehicle categories: Custom, Paint, BRE Roads, and Classic. Info: email events@modestoasra.com
- Pomona, CA: The Pomona Swap Meet and Classic Car Show; held seven times per year at the Fairplex in Pomona. Thousands of classic cars (many for sale, some just for show) from all across the country are displayed by their owners in five distinct Cars for Show & Sale Areas: Pre-'75 Classic Cars, any year Corvettes, any year Porsches, Pre-'59 Street Rods and Pre-'75 Volkswagens. The Pomona Swap Meet & Classic Car Show draws spectators from all across the globe to shop over 15 miles of hard to find car parts and accessories. Don't miss an opportunity to come to one or more of our classic car events. Mark your calendar now! Come to buy, come to sell or come to look; there is an event listed below just for you. Bring the whole family for a great day!
Yorba Linda, CA: 19TH Annual Canyon Cruise Car Show; Show will be at Canyon RV Park; 91 Freeway & Gypsum Canyon Road, in Anaheim Hills. Hosted by Classic Cruisers of North Orange County and runs 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Limited to 325 Pre-1972 Vehicles. No Foreign Cars, Sport Compacts or Mini Trucks. Pre-Registration is $35.00 and includes T- Shirt & Dash Plaque. Day of Show Registration for late participants is $35.00 and does not include T-Shirt or Dash Plaque. Great DJ - Opportunity Drawings – Games - Food and Other Interesting Vendors – Bring your BBQ or Picnic Lunch and spend the day in a beautiful park like setting. This Car Show supports our Orange County Charities which are Donate Life (organ and tissue registry) and Help for Brain Injured Children. Info; www.classiccruisersnoc.com for flyer and registration form. Call Bob Kirkpatrick Car Show Chair @ 714-529-9767 or Sarah Cheek Car Show Pre–Registration Chair @ 714-680-0293 for additional information.
Sacramento, CA: Fiipino Fiesta Charity Car Show; At Jose Rizal Community Center, Florin Mall Dr, from 10am till 5pm. and hosted by TeamLoveHATE. Closest Main access: Hwy 99 then go east. Benefits the Pacific Rim/Filipino Fiesta of Sacramento. http://www.ffscarshow.org. Registration entry cost $20.00, spectators are FREE. Vehicle categories: All makes; interior, exterior, paint, vinyl, ICE, audio, stance, bagged. Info: Write Jazel at 3640 Huntsman Dr. Sacramento, CA 95826 Phone: or phone 916-494-2696 or E-mail info@ffscarshow.org
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Santa Rosa, CA. 10th Annual Peggy Sue's All-American Cruise; Located at A Place to Play Park 2375 West 3rd Street. Early registration is $80 after May 15, 2012 $90. Classes are judged or not judged All American Made cars 1900-1976. 800 cars, live entertainment, cruise-in, vendors, chili cook-off, BBQ, beer and wine tasting, Saturday night downtown cruise and a car corral. Visit www.peggysuescruise.com or call Rich and Peggy @v707-575-3267
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Buellton, CA: Central Coaster Car Event; Lots going on as this beautiful community opens it’s hearts and doors to the automotive community! Info: www.rotarycentralcoaster.com
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- Fresno, CA: 2nd Annual People's Church Car/Motorcycle/Truck Show; Held on the grounds of People's Church, on Cedar Ave., one block North of Herndon Ave. Proceeds will be used to benefit Save the Children! First 200 cars receive a free T-shirt! Last years inaugural event was a huge success with over 200 cars on the field; this year will be even bigger as we are moving the show to the larger field. Parking starts at 7am with the show running 9am till 2pm. Spectators are free so they too can enjoy the Music, Food and lot's of family fun! Info: Pete; 559-298-8001 ext. 214. Click here for the registration form.
Perris, CA: Rods & Rails Extravaganza; 9:00 a.m. till 5:00 pm at the Orange Empire Railway Museum 2201 South "A" Street. This is a great family event featuring classic car and motorcycle shows; both shows open for all makes and models! The event is held in our beautiful 79 acre railway museum park, filled with antique train, trolley and cable cars. Enjoy live bands and entertainment featuring Creedence Relived with Timmy and the PoBoys, and the Temecula Gun Fighters. There will be plenty of vendors and festival foods, and the children will enjoy the Potato Festival games and activities. The event will feature a Christian Talent show for children sponsored by Free Indeed Christian Fellowship, and a bicycle show as well. Info and registration forms: www.cityofperris.org. Registration fees: Mail in advance $20.00; on line $22.00; or day of show $25.00; general admission is free. Or call Perris Community Services at 951-943-6603 or email MStewart@cityofperris.org. Enjoy the day in the park with us!
Santa Rosa, CA: 2012 Auto Swap Meet; Hosted by the Redwood Empire Classic Chevy Club. Clean out the Garage and bring all your old treasures, used and extra car parts to A Place to Play Park, 2375 West 3rd Street. 7:00AM~3:00PM; 20x20 Space $25.00 cash; No Cancellations ~ No Refunds ~ No Pets~ No Weapon Sales! Info: Craig Owens @707-544-1948 or Doug Stubbs @ 707-545-6359
Placentia, CA: 4th Annual Cowabunga Car Show & Crabfest; At Kraemer Memorial Park, North Walnut, (Closest Main access: Hwy. 57 at Chapman then go east.) and hosted by Placentia Rotary Club. All proceeds will go to benefit local charities http://cowabungacrabfest.net/charities/charities.htm. $15.00 pre-registration (by May 1st) which includes a Tee Shirt; $20.00 after, and $25.00 day of show, space permitting. Tax deductible. Spectator cost free. Vehicle categories: All thru 1974, 1975 and up, Mustang/Camaro/Firebird, Corvettes, Thunderbirds, Trucks, Muscle Cars, Rods, Imports All, Special Interest. This outdoor event features a Car Show & All you Can Eat Crab Dinner ($55 per person) with Dancing & Live Music by Time Flyz, Trophies, Raffle, Silent Auction, Live Auction. Info: Write, E-mail or phone Glenn at 110 E. Crowther Ave. Placentia, CA 92870, 714-528-8834 glennebaldwin@aol.com. http://cowabungacrabfest.net Click here for the flyer
Santa Clarita, CA: Route 66 Classic Car Show; Classic car show with over 200 cars, great food and a full bar plus tons of trophies and raffle prizes! This is a great event for the entire family! All proceeds will be donated to the SCV Saferides Foundation. The event will be at 18730 Soledad Canyon Road. Info: www.route66classicgrill.com, or check us out on Facebook or Twitter. Click here for the flyer.
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San Marino, CA: 2012 San Marino Motor Classic; This Concours-level automobile exhibition brings increased public awareness of the history of the motor vehicle by exhibiting a broad spectrum of historical automobiles spanning 100 years. The event will be at Lacy Park, 1485 Virginia Road and benefits the Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA (www.pasadenahumane.org) and the San Marino Rotary Charities (http://www.sanmarinorotary.org/). Spectator cost: $30 day-of event; $25 in advance. Info: Aaron Weiss 818-606-0638 or on the web at info@sanmarinomotorclassic.com, or Ricky Whitman, 818-606-8969.
Long Beach, CA: Hi Performance Swap Meet; 6am till 1pm at Long Beach Veterans Stadium. Info: www.longbeachhiposwap.com
Lodi, CA: Sunhouse 4th Annual Autorama; held at Lodi Lake Park in the Rotary Area, located at 1301 W. Turner Rd. Proceeds benefit the Sunhouse Ownership Life Skills program for at-risk individuals (http://www.sunhousewarriors.org). Pre-registration entry $20.00; register with a friend by May 1st and receive 10 free raffle tickets apiece. Registration day of the show, $25.00. There will be lots of food, music, and awards! Info: to request a registration form, call or email Linda Ferreira at lferre1938@softcom.net or (209) 369-6172. Click here for the flyer
Woodland, CA: Woodland Street Cruisers 13th Annual Hot Rod Reunion and Motorcycle Show; at the Yolo County Fairgrounds from 8am to 3pm. Open to pre-72 cars and trucks, and all years motorcycles. Trophies for cars and motorcycles, plus a display of non-judged Motorcycles. There will be raffles prizes and numerous other goodies, a Pin-up girl contest, Oldies Music, Food and Commercial Vendors, plus Goody bags and dash plaques to the first 200 entrees. Pre-Registration $20.00, day of show $25.00, and non-judged motorcycle display $10.00. Spectators; Adults $3.00, children free with adult. Proceeds go to Charities. Info; Larry Vogelesang, 530-662-3814, or email hotrodreunion@hotmail.com, or on the web at www.woodlandstreetcruisers.com
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Murphys, CA: Classic Car Cruise Night; at Murphys Historic Hotel, 457 Main St., Murphys - 6 - 9 pm. Free Free Free, just bring your classic and have some fun! Info: Terry @ 209-728-9971 or terry.makemyday@yahoo.com
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Pismo Beach, CA: The Classic @ Pismo Beach 27th Annual Classic Car Show; At the Pier in downtown Pismo Beach, (Closest Main access: Hwy. 1 to Pomeroy - go west to the Pier) Benefits various charities through the Just Cruzin' Life Foundation. http://www.thepismobeachclassic.com. Pre-registration entry cost is $80.00 until 5/15/12 and $95.00 from 5/16 to 6/7/12. At the show registration is $115.00 Spectators are free. Vehicle categories: Open to all classics and customs. Info: Write, E-mail or phone Just Cruzin at 451 Kansas Street, Redlands, CA 92373; 909-307-2727. miked@justcruzinevents.com
Reno, NV: Reno Rockabilly Riot No.2: At The Grand Sierra Resort, 2500 E. Second Street. This is an A-Bomb Entertainment event, featuring; Car Show; Fastest Mechanic Contest, Drag Races, Top Chopping Demonstration; Tattoo Show; Live Bands; Saturday Night Concert Featuring "ZEKE" + Special Quests "The Chop Tops"; Pin-Up Concert; 1st Place $500 Cash; Photo Shoot; Pinstrippers; Vendors; Pool Party Sunday Afternoon. Info: For car show pre-registration, vehicle categories, contest applications, tickets and additional information please go to www.renorockabillyriot.com or contact Robert Mcghie 775.750.4665 e-mail: mcghie@abombentertainment.com. For Grand Sierra Resort reservations call: 1.866.885.9592
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Murphys, CA: Murphys-Angels Lions Club 5th Annual Classic Car Show; ---NO MORE SPEED BUMPS---- Show will be at "Black Bart Playhouse", 580 S. Algiers St. (off Main St). Pre. Reg-$20.00, $25.00 after June 2. There will be Awards, Dash Plaques, Raffles, 50/50 Drawing, DJ Music and Vendors. Food will include BBQ Tri-Tip & Bratwurst Sandwiches, Cold Beer, Wine & Snow Cones will also be available. Info: Terry @ (209) 728-9971 or terry.makemyday@yahoo.com. ALL PROCEEDS GO TO CHARITY.
Isleton CA: Delta Shores RV Resort and Marina Fathers Day Weekend Car Show; from 10am-3pm at 601 Brannan Island Road. Entry Fee is $25.00 and the show is open to all makes and models such as hot rods, muscle cars, trucks, bikes, Jeeps, 4x4’s, custom’s etc. There will be an Angel Family Craft Fair and Auto Vendors on site. Come join the fun on the Delta Loop and show off your ride. Awards will be presented for Best of Show, Peoples Choice. Info: Call Yvonne @ 209-610-4084
Campbell, CA: Campbell Veterans Memorial Foundation Fundraiser Car Show; Presented by Mike Hennessy & Hot San Jose Nights. 100% of all proceeds will to directly to the memorial! Show runs 10am till 6pm and is limited to the first 200 cars; it all happens at the Home Church parking lot, at 1799 Winchester Blvd. Info: http://cvmfcarshow2012.eventbrite.com or http://campbellveteransmemorial.org.
Sonoma, CA: Primetime Classic Autorama Show; at Infineon Raceway 9am to 3 pm fathers day weekend. Hwy 37 & 116. Always FREE to show: bring all your classic rides: cars/ trucks / motorcycles / big rigs / military. ALL ARE WELCOME! / Vendors / and a raffle. Info; call Professor J at 510-455-3093 or see us at www.professorj.biz2012infineon Click here for the flyer.
Tehachapi, CA: Red Hot Classic, Custom and Antique Car Show; In Historic Downtown at Green and F Streets (Closest Main access: Hwy. 58, exit 148) from 11am till 4pm. Hosted by Main Street Tehachapi, benefiting the Non Profit Organization’s goal of the revitalization of Downtown Tehachapi (http://www.mainstreettehachapi.org). Pre-registration entry cost $25.00 plus T Shirt, $30.00 day of event; spectators free. Vehicle categories: Classic, Custom & Antique. Info: Write, E-mail or phone Laura at 105 East E Street, Tehachapi, CA 93561, 661-822-6519, lindacarhart@gmail.com Click here for the flyer.
Whittier, CA: F.W.F.C 6th Annual Car Show; at FWFC 8410 Washington Ave,. All proceeds are going to the Unlimited Youth Camping trip. Entry fee for all vehicles is $10.00. There will be a Kids Zone at this great family event, plus trophies, raffles, food, vendors, and music. Roll in starts at 8am, with the show running 10am to 4pm. Info: David Ramirez, 562-217-8476 or email WOGMinistry@ymail.com. Click here for the flyer
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Santa Rosa, CA: 18th Annual Father’s Day “Show & Shine” Car Show; Event will be at Juilliard Park and hosted by Engineering Contractors Association & Maintenance Superintendents Association with proceeds supporting the MSA scholarship program & ECA Safety & Vocational Programs. Registration is $30.00 and $35.00 after June 1. Free Spectator Admission. Trophy Classes:Stock, Hot Rod, Trucks, Motorcycle, People’s Choice, Best Rat Rod, Best Engine and Best Flames! Come and talk “shop” with car owners or take the opportunity to “show & shine” your vehicle and enjoy Father’s Day with your family. Dash plaques to first 300 in the park; Drinks, Food, Music Entertainment, Raffles & Contests. Info: Mary at 707.546.5500 or email mary@nceca.org. Registration forms at www.nceca.org.
Yreka, CA: Pancake Breakfast & Car Show; hosted is by the Siskiyou region of CHVA (contemporary historical vehicles association), and will be held at the Siskiyou Golden Fairgrounds. This is a free show, but donations will be gladly accepted. The all you can eat breakfast is $7.50 for adults and $3.75 for kids. This is a “run what you brung” show with no judging or trophies. We have had 275 to 300 cars from Northern California, Oregon, Idaho and Washington in past years, and have room for more from Central California and beyond. Info: Contact Rich and Pam Gabrielson at pammiesuesguy@yahoo.com
Columbia, CA: Columbia Cruise; it all happens from 9am till 4pm at Columbia State Park. $20.00 entry fee includes a t-shirt. Open to all pre 1972 cars and trucks. Info: 209-768-1786 or 209-352-7610. Click here for the flyer and here for the registration form.
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Costa Mesa, CA: Orange County Barrett Jackson Auction: At the Orange County Fair & Event Center. Info: http://www.southerncalcars.com/carshows/2012/barrett-jackson-auctions.aspx
23rd:
Sacramento, CA: Second Annual Champions Revved Up Car and Bike Show 2012; at Capital Christian Center's East parking lot, 9470 Micron Avenue (Closest exit: Highway 50 & Bradshaw). Show starts at 9 AM, with awards at 1 PM. Open to cars, trucks, and motorcycles-all makes, all models, all years. All proceeds go to Champions Special Needs Ministry http://www.ccconline.cc/ministries/champions. Free to attend. There will be music, vendors selling food, and opportunities to win prizes plus a 50/50 raffle. Pre-registration is $25 at https://ccc.webconnex.com/carshow. On-site registration is $30. If you are a REV (reverend, pastor, priest, bishop, rabbi, etc.) we welcome you to enter your vehicle for $15. Registration begins at 7:30 AM. All entrants are eligible for prizes. Prizes awarded at 11 AM. Info; email Emily Miller at emily-miller@comcast.net, or call Emily at 916-208-2814 or Kelly Sapp 916-709-7623.
Ontario, CA: The JDRF 5th Annual Charity Car Show; Parking is on the grass with a lake setting at Cucamonga-Guasti Regional Park, 800 North Archibald Ave. Hosted by the JDRF Inland Empire Branch, benefiting JDRF. Registration is $20.00 through June 18th, $25.00 day of show. All vehicle years, makes and models are welcome. There will be more than 60 trophies to be awarded, along with Food, Raffle, Vendors and DJ Music. Info: Phone 951-784-4156 or email inlandempire@jdrf.org or visit our website at www.jdrfinlandempire.com.
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Palo Alto, CA: The 46th Annual Palo Alto Concours d'Elegance; Hosted by the Palo Alto Host Lions Club and the Palo Alto Lions Charities, Inc. The weekend charity event kicks off with "The Drive" on June 23rd at 1:00 p.m. The open road drive winds through the beautiful coastal back roads of the San Francisco Peninsula to the Pacific Coast and returns to the Concours field in time for a sumptuous dinner served in the Patrons Pavilion at 5:30 p.m. The featured American Marque of the main event on Sunday, June 24th is the Chrysler Corporation presenting: Desoto, Dodge, Plymouth and Chrysler. The European Marque is Fiat Corporation featuring: Fiat, Maserati, Ferrari and Alfa Romeo. The event will include a number of vendors, exhibitors, food, entertainment, silent auction, and a special car display that guests may never have the opportunity to see anywhere else. Food, beverages, entertainment and a fantastic display of rare, vintage, and exotic cars make for a great day for the entire family. The Concours' featured charity is Canine Champions for Independence. Location: Stanford University; 360 Oak Rd, Stanford, CA 94305; Advance Sales: $20, Day of Event $25, Ages 12-21 and 65+ $10, Under 12 Free; Contact: Palo Alto Concours Office; Email: info@paconcours.com; Phone: 650-813-1100; Website: www.paconcours.com Click here for the flyer.
Arroyo Grande, CA: Vairsfest 2012, Vairs in the Village; all Corvair car show at the Heritage Park, Nelson Street and Short Street, and hosted by Central Coast Corsa. Friday evening features spaghetti feed at Mason's Hall (112 Poole Street) with movie and popcorn; with Saturday having the car show at the park with raffle, People's Choice Awards and BBQ lunch. Info: go to www.centralcoastcorsa.org for more information and registration form. Any questions, contact Jim 805-474-1316, almajim@att.net or Mike 805-549-8050, mthomasslo@mypowerpipe.com
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Anaheim, CA: 36th Annual Forty Ford Day; Despite the name, the show is open to all pre 1972 makes and models! Show at La Palma Park, one mile south of the 91 freeway on Harbor Blvd. The show helps the Children's Hospital of Orange County. Info: 714-968-6440 or email fortiesltdoc@yahoo.com. On the web at http://clubs.hemmings.com/frameset.cfm?club=forties
30th:
Acton, CA: 12th Annual Rat Fink Party; This fantastic Car and Motorcycle event will be held at KOA, 7601 Soledad Canyon Rd. from 10:00am till Dusk! Pre Registration $20.00; $25.00 day of, which includes Vehicle and Driver. Open to pre 1973, Kustoms, Classics, Hot Rods, Muscle Cars, Lowriders, Vans, VW's, Motorcycles, Trikes, Trailers, Teardrops, Bicycles, MiniBikes & What ever else you may have! No Year Restrictions on Kustom Motorcycles & Trikes. Spectator Admission $10.00, Kids under 12 Free! All Admission includes a Pool Pass! Vendors, Live Entertainment, Swimming, over Night Kamping, Family Games, Tattoo & Pinup contest, Food Fun for Everyone! Danny Dean, Cash Prophets, the Deadbillys, Phantom Pomps, Blue Collar Combo, Luck Of The Draw, the Resistors & the Pyronauts! For More Information on Extended Weekend Stay and Registration Forms go to: http://www.ratfinkparty.com
Sacramento, CA: Celebrate American Muscle Car Show; At Granite Park from 10am till 3pm. $15.00 pre-reg; $20.00 day of show. Off highway 50 at Howe Ave., then power in behind the County Court Buildings. Info: Click here for the flyer.
Norco, CA: Bob's Big Boy Hot Rod & Classic Car Show: At Bob's Big Boy, 3521 Hamner Lane. Show runs 4pm till 7pm. Info: trollady10@aol.com
La Habra Heights, CA: 3rd Annual Pet Prescription Team Car & Motorcycle Fundraiser; 9am till 2pm at The Park, 1885 Hacienda Road, and hosted by the Pet Prescription Team, with proceeds benefiting the Pet Prescription Team Therapy Dog Organization. Registration: Confirmed Registration / Vehicle by 6/1/12 $25.00, $30.00 after. Online registration can be made at: http://petprescriptionteam.com/events.html. Info, contact Phil Emery @ (562) 694-8090 or info@petprescriptionteam.com Click here for the flyer
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