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Get up close and personal with classic cars, the radical rat rods, vintage beauties and so much more…

California and Car Culture are One. And luckily so ~ with an estimated 13 million automobiles roaming the streets of the Greater Los Angeles Area, you can bet you’ll find knowledgeable automobile experts at some of the best car shows in the country.



While SoCal is home to some of the most well-known car shows in California, we pay attention to several regions around the Golden State to bring you a sampling of the most popular car shows, cruises, cruise-ins and automotive events throughout the state of California.

Mar
23
Sat
The Classic Auto Show Orange County, CA 2019
Mar 23 @ 10:00 am – Mar 24 @ 7:00 pm
The Classic Auto Show Orange County, CA 2019 @ Los Angeles | California | United States

The Classic Auto Show, March 16-17, 2019 is 2-day festival where the entire classic car community comes together for a celebration of all things on wheels, music, and food.  Whether you are a collector, or, working on your project car, or, simply share a passion for the classics – this event is for you.  You’ll see the cars you love, rub shoulders with your favorite auto celebrities, view LIVE restoration and auto detailing demos, and shop a vendor marketplace showcasing memorabilia, and the parts, products, and services you need to restore and care for your cars.

You’ll see more cars than ever before…over 2,500 cars at the OC Fair and Event Center including the rarely seen, museum quality classics displayed on the prominent Grand Boulevard, celebrity builds, and hundreds of classics from local car clubs representing all the Domestic and Foreign marques you love.   Plus, special exhibit areas including:  Hot Rods, Lowriders, Japanese Classics, Vintage Off Roaders, Women Builds, Motorcycles and more.

Mar
24
Sun
Cars & Coffee Ventura
Mar 24 @ 7:00 am – 10:00 am
Cars & Coffee Ventura @ Ventura | California | United States

Cars & Coffee Ventura is held on the last Sunday of the month in the parking lot of The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, 4360 E. Main Street, Ventura, California. Hot Rods, Muscle Cars, Imports, Exotics, you name it, all cars are welcomed.

Santa Barbara Cars and Coffee @ La Cumbre Plaza
Mar 24 @ 8:00 am – 10:00 am
Santa Barbara Cars and Coffee @ La Cumbre Plaza

Every Sunday morning from 8AM to 10AM this group meets at La Cumbre Plaza near the intersection of La Cumbre Ave and State Street for a casual get together. Our meeting spot is the parking lot area between Vons and Sears. There are no fees, registrations or obligations. It’s just a bunch of car enthusiasts that like to get their cars out and enjoy them.

Mar
29
Fri
Bob’s Big Boy Northridge Cruise Night @ Bob's Big Boy
Mar 29 @ 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Bob's Big Boy Northridge Cruise Night @ Bob's Big Boy | Los Angeles | California | United States

At the end of a long week, you and your ride deserve to rev up and wind down.
Drive on over to Bobs of the West San Fernando Valley. Cruise in and park. Walk in and eat. Kick back and relax. Enjoy a mass gathering of awesome rides all round you!
An area of the parking lot gets sectioned off specifically for classics and muscle cars, it is well-lit and attended-to throughout the evening by a volunteer group.
We only ask that you patronize Bob’s or one of the other nearby eateries during your visit as a means to encourage them to keep supporting this cruise night. We also hope that you remember to be respectful of others’ safety and adhere to traffic laws.
And please, for the sake of the residents living across the street: No burnouts or loud/obnoxious music

Mar
31
Sun
Santa Barbara Cars and Coffee @ La Cumbre Plaza
Mar 31 @ 8:00 am – 10:00 am
Santa Barbara Cars and Coffee @ La Cumbre Plaza

Every Sunday morning from 8AM to 10AM this group meets at La Cumbre Plaza near the intersection of La Cumbre Ave and State Street for a casual get together. Our meeting spot is the parking lot area between Vons and Sears. There are no fees, registrations or obligations. It’s just a bunch of car enthusiasts that like to get their cars out and enjoy them.

Apr
5
Fri
Motor Social Atlantic City Spring Fling 2019 @ Showboat Atlantic City
Apr 5 @ 11:00 am – Apr 7 @ 3:00 pm
Motor Social Atlantic City Spring Fling 2019 @ Showboat Atlantic City | Atlantic City | New Jersey | United States
Join us once again for the Motor Social AC weekend event. Kickoff the car and motorcycle show season in style in Atlantic City.
 
This is a two and a half day indoor show. Your vehicle will be parked on the former casino floor of the Showboat Hotel, with wonderful vendors, live music and terrific entertainment.
 
The space features bright colorful flooring, multi color lighted ceiling and fun casino neon lights. And safe from the outside elements.This unique setting offers an amazing background for photos of your vehicle. And a worry free place to show your car, truck or motorcycle while you enjoy all that Atlantic City and the Motor Social has to offer.
 
When not at the show you are just steps away from casinos, bar, restaurants, shopping, the ocean and the Atlantic City Boardwalk!

Our show welcomes all makes, models, years and conditions of vehicles and trophy categories to cover each. American made and imports welcome. Race cars welcome too. Goodie Bags are given to all registered participants.

The Showboat Hotel has given us a block room code of CS0419 with rates of $89 Friday, $109 Saturday and $79 Sunday. Additional dates available upon request, just message Meredith 347-528-5372. Call the hotel directly to book your room 609-487-4600.

Car/Truck registration $50
Motorcycle registration $20
Vendor registration $50

Show set up hours are:

Load in Friday, April 5th from 1pm until 9pm
Load in Saturday, April 6th from 9am until 11am

Show floor is open to the public:

Saturday, April 6th 11am-8pm
Sunday, April 7th 10am-3pm

 
Please visit our sponsorship page for all the information you need to become a sponsor for this awesome event.
Bob’s Big Boy Northridge Cruise Night @ Bob's Big Boy
Apr 5 @ 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Bob's Big Boy Northridge Cruise Night @ Bob's Big Boy | Los Angeles | California | United States

At the end of a long week, you and your ride deserve to rev up and wind down.
Drive on over to Bobs of the West San Fernando Valley. Cruise in and park. Walk in and eat. Kick back and relax. Enjoy a mass gathering of awesome rides all round you!
An area of the parking lot gets sectioned off specifically for classics and muscle cars, it is well-lit and attended-to throughout the evening by a volunteer group.
We only ask that you patronize Bob’s or one of the other nearby eateries during your visit as a means to encourage them to keep supporting this cruise night. We also hope that you remember to be respectful of others’ safety and adhere to traffic laws.
And please, for the sake of the residents living across the street: No burnouts or loud/obnoxious music

Apr
7
Sun
Santa Barbara Cars and Coffee @ La Cumbre Plaza
Apr 7 @ 8:00 am – 10:00 am
Santa Barbara Cars and Coffee @ La Cumbre Plaza

Every Sunday morning from 8AM to 10AM this group meets at La Cumbre Plaza near the intersection of La Cumbre Ave and State Street for a casual get together. Our meeting spot is the parking lot area between Vons and Sears. There are no fees, registrations or obligations. It’s just a bunch of car enthusiasts that like to get their cars out and enjoy them.

Apr
12
Fri
Bob’s Big Boy Northridge Cruise Night @ Bob's Big Boy
Apr 12 @ 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Bob's Big Boy Northridge Cruise Night @ Bob's Big Boy | Los Angeles | California | United States

At the end of a long week, you and your ride deserve to rev up and wind down.
Drive on over to Bobs of the West San Fernando Valley. Cruise in and park. Walk in and eat. Kick back and relax. Enjoy a mass gathering of awesome rides all round you!
An area of the parking lot gets sectioned off specifically for classics and muscle cars, it is well-lit and attended-to throughout the evening by a volunteer group.
We only ask that you patronize Bob’s or one of the other nearby eateries during your visit as a means to encourage them to keep supporting this cruise night. We also hope that you remember to be respectful of others’ safety and adhere to traffic laws.
And please, for the sake of the residents living across the street: No burnouts or loud/obnoxious music

Apr
14
Sun
Santa Barbara Cars and Coffee @ La Cumbre Plaza
Apr 14 @ 8:00 am – 10:00 am
Santa Barbara Cars and Coffee @ La Cumbre Plaza

Every Sunday morning from 8AM to 10AM this group meets at La Cumbre Plaza near the intersection of La Cumbre Ave and State Street for a casual get together. Our meeting spot is the parking lot area between Vons and Sears. There are no fees, registrations or obligations. It’s just a bunch of car enthusiasts that like to get their cars out and enjoy them.

Apr
19
Fri
Bob’s Big Boy Northridge Cruise Night @ Bob's Big Boy
Apr 19 @ 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Bob's Big Boy Northridge Cruise Night @ Bob's Big Boy | Los Angeles | California | United States

At the end of a long week, you and your ride deserve to rev up and wind down.
Drive on over to Bobs of the West San Fernando Valley. Cruise in and park. Walk in and eat. Kick back and relax. Enjoy a mass gathering of awesome rides all round you!
An area of the parking lot gets sectioned off specifically for classics and muscle cars, it is well-lit and attended-to throughout the evening by a volunteer group.
We only ask that you patronize Bob’s or one of the other nearby eateries during your visit as a means to encourage them to keep supporting this cruise night. We also hope that you remember to be respectful of others’ safety and adhere to traffic laws.
And please, for the sake of the residents living across the street: No burnouts or loud/obnoxious music

Apr
21
Sun
Santa Barbara Cars and Coffee @ La Cumbre Plaza
Apr 21 @ 8:00 am – 10:00 am
Santa Barbara Cars and Coffee @ La Cumbre Plaza

Every Sunday morning from 8AM to 10AM this group meets at La Cumbre Plaza near the intersection of La Cumbre Ave and State Street for a casual get together. Our meeting spot is the parking lot area between Vons and Sears. There are no fees, registrations or obligations. It’s just a bunch of car enthusiasts that like to get their cars out and enjoy them.

Apr
26
Fri
Bob’s Big Boy Northridge Cruise Night @ Bob's Big Boy
Apr 26 @ 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Bob's Big Boy Northridge Cruise Night @ Bob's Big Boy | Los Angeles | California | United States

At the end of a long week, you and your ride deserve to rev up and wind down.
Drive on over to Bobs of the West San Fernando Valley. Cruise in and park. Walk in and eat. Kick back and relax. Enjoy a mass gathering of awesome rides all round you!
An area of the parking lot gets sectioned off specifically for classics and muscle cars, it is well-lit and attended-to throughout the evening by a volunteer group.
We only ask that you patronize Bob’s or one of the other nearby eateries during your visit as a means to encourage them to keep supporting this cruise night. We also hope that you remember to be respectful of others’ safety and adhere to traffic laws.
And please, for the sake of the residents living across the street: No burnouts or loud/obnoxious music

Apr
28
Sun
Cars & Coffee Ventura
Apr 28 @ 7:00 am – 10:00 am
Cars & Coffee Ventura @ Ventura | California | United States

Cars & Coffee Ventura is held on the last Sunday of the month in the parking lot of The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, 4360 E. Main Street, Ventura, California. Hot Rods, Muscle Cars, Imports, Exotics, you name it, all cars are welcomed.

Santa Barbara Cars and Coffee @ La Cumbre Plaza
Apr 28 @ 8:00 am – 10:00 am
Santa Barbara Cars and Coffee @ La Cumbre Plaza

Every Sunday morning from 8AM to 10AM this group meets at La Cumbre Plaza near the intersection of La Cumbre Ave and State Street for a casual get together. Our meeting spot is the parking lot area between Vons and Sears. There are no fees, registrations or obligations. It’s just a bunch of car enthusiasts that like to get their cars out and enjoy them.

May
3
Fri
Vintage Torque Fest 2019 @ Dubuque County Fairgrounds
May 3 – May 4 all-day
Vintage Torque Fest 2019 @ Dubuque County Fairgrounds | Dubuque | Iowa | United States

Join us for THE season opener!

Vintage Torque Fest is a fundraiser designed to help kids with congenital heart defects.

What makes VTF unique?

Dirty Drag Racing, flat track motorcycle exhibition, vendors from around the country, car give away, live bands, mini bike racing, demolition drag racing, classic pin up contest, swap meet, camping on site, good food, good people, and lots of hot rods & kustoms…

Bob’s Big Boy Northridge Cruise Night @ Bob's Big Boy
May 3 @ 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Bob's Big Boy Northridge Cruise Night @ Bob's Big Boy | Los Angeles | California | United States

At the end of a long week, you and your ride deserve to rev up and wind down.
Drive on over to Bobs of the West San Fernando Valley. Cruise in and park. Walk in and eat. Kick back and relax. Enjoy a mass gathering of awesome rides all round you!
An area of the parking lot gets sectioned off specifically for classics and muscle cars, it is well-lit and attended-to throughout the evening by a volunteer group.
We only ask that you patronize Bob’s or one of the other nearby eateries during your visit as a means to encourage them to keep supporting this cruise night. We also hope that you remember to be respectful of others’ safety and adhere to traffic laws.
And please, for the sake of the residents living across the street: No burnouts or loud/obnoxious music

May
4
Sat
Hot Wheels Garage @ Automobile Driving Museum
May 4 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Hot Wheels Garage @ Automobile Driving Museum | El Segundo | California | United States

Come see life size Hot Wheels cars! Race tracks, art projects, face painting, balloon artist, train rides, prizes, raffle prizes, carnival rides, and more!

FREE FOR KIDS 10 and UNDER!

$3 ice cream sundaes in our 1950’s themed ice cream parlor.

Fun for all ages!

May
5
Sun
Cars and Coffee Los Angeles @ William Mulholland Memorial
May 5 @ 7:00 am – 9:00 am
Cars and Coffee Los Angeles @ William Mulholland Memorial | Los Angeles | California | United States

Cars & Coffee Los Angeles was founded to bring together like-minded automotive and design enthusiast. The events are very chill and welcoming to all car sorts. Our core group of regulars is composed of area locals, who aren’t shy about sharing the neighborhoods rich history. As always we ask all attending to respect the location and surrounding area from excessive noise. Hope to see you soon.

Muscles & Mojo Sunday Morning Car Show @ The Murphy Auto Museum
May 5 @ 7:00 am – 9:00 am
Muscles & Mojo Sunday Morning Car Show @ The Murphy Auto Museum | Oxnard | California | United States

The Murphy Auto Museum, in conjunction with Fireball Tim, is pleased to announce the launch of Muscles and Mojo! Bring your vintage or classic car to the Murphy Auto Museum on the first Sunday of the month.

Free coffee, free Hot Wheels and free admission to the museum during the event (7:00-9:00 am)