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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.

Apr
6
Fri
Goodguys 18th Meguiar’s Del Mar Nationals @ Del Mar Fairgrounds
Apr 6 @ 8:00 am – Apr 8 @ 3:00 pm
Goodguys 18th Meguiar's Del Mar Nationals @ Del Mar Fairgrounds | Del Mar | CA | United States

Goodguys 18th Meguiar’s Del Mar Nationals
**THE BEST IN THE WEST**
April 6-8, 2018
Del Mar Fairgrounds
2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar, CA 92014
General Admission (ages 13+) – $20.00; Kids (ages 7-12) – $6.00; Kids (ages 6 & under) – FREE
Parking – $13.00 fee charged by Del Mar Fairgrounds

Known by automotive enthusiasts across the country as the “Best in the West,” the Goodguys 18th Meguiar’s Del Mar Nationals is a Giant Car Show delivering a full weekend of Cali-style hot roddin’ to the beautiful Del Mar Fairgrounds on the southern California coastline! Don’t miss your chance to explore over 2,500 of the finest hot rods, customs, muscle cars, trucks and classics through 1987 in the country on display both indoor and outdoor as they compete for a shot to win the coveted Goodguys 2018 Street Rod D’Elegance Award! The fun-filled weekend also features hundreds of Vendor Exhibits, the earth-shaking Goodguys “Nitro Thunderfest” Vintage Dragster Exhibition presented by Fuelcurve.com, the intense Goodguys AutoCross timed racing competition, a Swap Meet & Cars 4 Sale Corral, Live Music entertainment, special parking areas on Saturday, a FREE Kids Zone and so much more! Plus, late model American made or powered muscle cars, customs and trucks are welcome on April 8th for the Spectre Performance All American Sunday! For complete details and to register your vehicle or purchase tickets, visit www.good-guys.com.

Santa Paula Cruise Night – First of the Season
Apr 6 @ 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Santa Paula Cruise Night - First of the Season

First Santa Paula Cruise Night of the season. Cars show up late afternoon and usually stay until dusk.

Apr
7
Sat
3rd Annual REV’D UP for Autism Car & Bike Show @ Hamilton High Huskies
Apr 7 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
3rd Annual REV'D UP for Autism Car & Bike Show @ Hamilton High Huskies | Chandler | AZ | United States

In recognition of Autism month, we will be hosting our 3rd Annual car/bike show “REV’D UP for Autism”.

A family friendly event, the car/bike show is open to all cars and trucks, and over 25 trophies will be awarded in numerous specific class categories in addition to Kid’s Choice and Best in Show. Included in the day’s festivities will be games for adults and children of all ages, food, door prizes, and raffles. All proceeds will be donated to the non-profit 501(c)(3) Pawsitive Friendships to provide animal assisted therapy to children with Autism.

Entry Fee:
$20 Pre-Register (Includes a FREE T-shirt & Dash Plaque)
$25 Day of Show
Spectators FREE

Please feel free to contact us at 480-353-7833 or at carshow@pawsitivefriendships.org for further details or if you are interested in becoming a sponsor or vendor for this event.

More information coming soon.

Hot Wheels Garage @ Automobile Driving Museum
Apr 7 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Hot Wheels Garage @ Automobile Driving Museum | El Segundo | CA | United States

Join us for another AMAZING HOT WHEELS GARAGE!! Come see life size Hot Wheels cars! Race tracks, art projects, face painting, balloon artist, train rides, prizes, raffles, FREE FOR KIDS 10 and UNDER!
$2 ice cream sundaes. Fun for all ages! This only happens 6 times per year so you won’t want to miss this!

Old Town Classic Car Show @ OLD TOWN BREW
Apr 7 @ 10:00 am – 10:00 am
Old Town Classic Car Show @ OLD TOWN BREW | Nipomo | CA | United States

It’s official! Get your registration in for the 1st ANNUAL OLD TOWN CLASSIC CAR SHOW! Limited spaces available, be sure to register soon for this awesome event to benefit the Jim Miller community park. Live music, food, raffles, & fun for the whole family on Saturday, April 7th from 10am – 4pm. Register at Old Town Brew, 338 W. Tefft Street, Ste. B or email Info@otbrew.com.

#carshow #nipomo #classics #oldies #centralcoast #beer #brew #oldtown #oldtownbrew

StanceWars Las Vegas 2018
Apr 7 @ 5:00 pm – Apr 8 @ 10:00 pm
StanceWars Las Vegas 2018

StanceWars Las Vegas 2018
You’re INVITED! Tell a friend, to tell a friend, to tell a friend…

Happenstance Event Productions is pleased to announce our Las Vegas Fitment Event – StanceWars 2018

The Only Fitted Stanced Event in the Las Vegas and YOU’RE INVITED !!!!!!!
We will be returning for our fourth and largest year in the city of sin.

We’ve added some new things
124stancebuilt 1/24th scale show

Sunday – Sophisticated Euro x Car Show x Las Vegas 2018 & The Old School Reunion – Las Vegas

This event will be located at Boulder Station Casino 5mins from the strip just off Boulder highway. VIP parking will be located Inside the event. A parking will be in the surrounding parking lots.

Ticket Sales will be at the gate – day of ( Cash or Debit)
$20 per person (day of) $15 advance –> https://goo.gl/zhTri2

The #Top100 ( Approved cars )
$50 with approved voucher , includes our Top100 shirt, goodie bag and #Top100 badge Register –> https://goo.gl/zhTri2

VIP Parking (includes) 1Wristband 1 VIP Parking and credentials choose your VIP experience Register –> https://goo.gl/zhTri2

SAT EVENT SHEDULE
12-4PM over flow active
2PM All gates close
3PM Vendor Setup
3-4pm Show Cars arrive and Stage
5PM All gates open to public
7PM Couch Talk (main stage)
8PM AirRide Limbo
9pm Trophies
10pm VIP After Party at StanceWars SUITE Boulder Station. IamVIP and Entourage

FRIDAY
** Downtown Las Vegas Meet and party 8-11pm Downtown Container park with VIP parking.

SATURDAY:
5PM to 10PM @ Boulder station

SUNDAY: The Old School Reunion & Sophisticated Euro
10am to 3PM –> https://goo.gl/ATU7Lv

Don’t forget to “LIKE” us at http://www.facebook.com/stancewars
Brought to you by Happenstance Event Productions

Official Video by Chris Petruccio and our media contest

Presenting Sponsor
* Toyo Tires
Supporting Sponsors
* Avant Garde Wheels
* Headlights NW
* NVUS
Participating Sponsors
* Catuned

Vendors:
* The Old School Reunion
* Sophisticated Euro
* Street2Track
* FUNKfashion
* Infinitewerks
* Rolloface
* Becausebags
* NVUS
* Lmtlss hustlers
* lastplace
* Elevate
* Motivated
* Carporn
* Wanpaku
* Jax Wax
* SCF

Be sure to contact mike @ happenstanceevents.com is you are interested in becoming a sponsor. All types of packages from $200 booths to $8000 multi event sponsors

Our new Las Vegas StanceWars will be a weekend destination event planned carefully to incorporate the fitment world and the European community. Although the vibe will be similar to our Seattle event, in Las Vegas things will not be held back. Open container laws, Vape laws and bar service are very different in Las Vegas. Also joining the party will be second day event for Waterwerks NW for the European community of the south west. Starting friday to sunday night busses to the strip run 11pm to 5am every 30mins.

#Top100 $50
Your submission will be classed and ranked on these photos. After your application is processed the Staff will rank your submission against the others that apply and an email acceptance or denied mail will be sent on March 26th or before. If denied you will have option of VIP parking or other options. I hate to tell anyone that they are not worthy but we would welcome you in VIP or a vendor booth.

All Cars will be provided with 16×12 (2 parking spaces) to display your car in , its highly encouraged to create a theme and go for it. The more radical ,extreme, outrageous your space is the more recognition you will achieve in the Scene.

Each Entry will get a Event Tee, a stuffed goodie bags from our sponsors. If approved you’ll receive an “Approved” sticker to flaunt all year and two passes !
Awards –
Best Stance (overall)( The big prize)
Best Fitment (Second big prize)
PASMAG Award
Best European,
Best JDM,
Best VIP,
Best Function,
Best Classic,
Best StreetBike,
Best Truck, and more

A – If we aren’t selected for the top100 do we get our money back ?
Q- you have the option of going to VIP if not selected , or credit or maybe if your hella nice we’ll do a refund uncontrollable cause . Most chose a VIP spot and get a solid goodie bag
Q- Is a passenger included in top 100? or do you have to buy separate?
A – two included

++ No refunds or trading your entry to other non selected cars.
++ A major change in appearance can cause a rejection at the venue day of with not refunds or credits
++ Illegal substances or outsidealcohol will not be tolerated and may result in arrest

VIP packages **categories and price**
I.am.VIP $50
The Entourage $40
The Informal Posse $30 (aka VIP parking)

Descriptions of Tickets–> https://goo.gl/zhTri2
I.am.VIP – $50 – one VIP credential, one VIP parking pass, one #ourlife shirt, access to the Afterhours VIP party at the hotel with free drinks
The Entourage – $40 – one VIP credential ,one #ourlife shirt, access to the Afterhours VIP party at the hotel with free drinks
The Informal Posse – $30 – one VIP credential, one VIP parking pass
++ Afterhours VIP party is 21+
++ Illegal substances or outside alcohol will not be tolerated and may result in arrest.
++ no refunds after purchase

Media $10
description
-One Media Pass with Credentials
-One Media Gift
-Early entry and advance scheduling
-VIP afterparty
*** During check out please supply a link to past work on Facebook page or other social media outlet *****
Acknowledgement ** By purchasing the media pass you give the right for Stancewars LLC and Happenstanceevents LLC “USE” rights for images. This images will be used to promote our events or products and your artwork.
additional information
** Please waterwark your images so we can credit your work
** We can provide our watermark for you or artwork to promotion of the event.

++ Illegal substances or outside alcohol on will not be tolerated and may result in arrest.

Hotel Room RESERVATION PROCEDURES:
closed

Apr
8
Sun
Motors for Magoon @ Harley's Simi Bowl
Apr 8 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Motors for Magoon @ Harley's Simi Bowl | Simi Valley | CA | United States

Motors for Magoon is a charity car show raising funds in honor of Deborah Magoon who passed away in April of 2012 from breast cancer.

The Old School Reunion – Las Vegas
Apr 8 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
The Old School Reunion - Las Vegas

YOU’RE INVITED! Tell a friend, to tell a friend, to tell a friend…
This is our las vegas planning date for 2018 !!!!!

Happenstance Event Productions is pleased to announce our Las Vegas Old School European Meets Nostalgic JDM. The Old School Reunion What is ” The Old School Reunion ” ? Its a classic car event for pre 1988 import cars. So this is import classic show for all makes. Alfa, Audi, Acura, BMW, Datsun, Honda, Porsche, Isuzu, leCar, Subaru, MG, Toyota, Nissan, Mazda, Mercedes, Mini, Volkswagen, Volvo are welcome.

This event will be located at Boulder Station Casino 5mins from the strip just off Boulder highway. VIP parking will be located Inside the event. A parking will be in the surrounding parking lots.

Apr
14
Sat
2018 Las Vegas Auto Swap meet spring swap meet @ Sam Boyd Stadium
Apr 14 @ 6:00 am – 3:00 pm
2018 Las Vegas Auto Swap meet spring swap meet @ Sam Boyd Stadium | Las Vegas | NV | United States

Come join us again for another awesome Swap meet! the largest automotive only swap meet Las Vegas has ever seen. come support buy sell and help grow this magnificent event we look forward to seeing you guys again for another great event in the spring!!!

2018 Spring Fling
Apr 14 @ 7:00 am – 3:00 pm
2018 Spring Fling

http://www.cpwclub.com/springfling.php

2018 Corn Feed Run Car Show & Cruise @ Chino City Hall
Apr 14 @ 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
2018 Corn Feed Run Car Show & Cruise @ Chino City Hall | Chino | CA | United States

This is not an “Official” FB entry for this event.
For more info please see below:
https://www.facebook.com/events/956627517802913/
https://www.chinokiwanis.com/cornfeed-run
http://www.cityofchino.org/government-services/community-services/special-events/corn-feed-run-car-show-cruise

” The 16th Annual Corn Feed Run Car Show & Cruise, presented by Kiwanis Club of Chino and City of Chino will be on April 14, 2018. The show will be located in downtown Chino on the City Hall lawn, parking lot and surrounding streets. The Chino City Hall is located at 13220 Central Ave. There is a $25 show vehicle entry fee before April 1, 2018 and the entry fee will be $30 after that date. The entry fee includes t-shirts for all participants. Spectators are admitted free.

Over 800 vehicles are expected, and the show is open to all pre-1975 cars and all working show trucks. There is 15 blocks of cruising from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. There will be an open header contest, vendors, awesome trophies, a huge raffle, and great food and music. There will be a huge display of operational antique engines set up by the WPA. All proceeds go to local youth & senior charities of the Chino Kiwanis Club. For general information, contact Walt Pocock at 909-591-4162 or at cornfeedrun@aol.com. “

Muscle Car Show @ Automobile Driving Museum
Apr 14 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Muscle Car Show @ Automobile Driving Museum | El Segundo | CA | United States

The American muscle car, introduced in 1949, is an essential component of the car industry.

Bring your MUSCLE CAR to the museum for an exceptional display of this American classic!

Be sure to also check out our Muscle Car Exhibit running from April 9 – August 25, where we will highlight different parts of the muscle car world every month.

SAVE $$$. Purchase EARLY!

Early Bird Registration: $15 (Through March 17, 2018)
Regular Pre-Registration: $20 (March 18 – April 13, 2018)
Day-of Registration: $25

Our Muscle Car Show hopes to represent all of the opinions and makes and models of Muscle Cars for a spectacular showcase of power, strength and beauty.

How to Build a Lowrider @ Petersen Automotive Museum
Apr 14 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
How to Build a Lowrider @ Petersen Automotive Museum | Los Angeles | CA | United States

This dynamic and one of kind experience will bring together top artisans and craftspeople in the LA lowrider scene who build award winning lowrider cars. They will demonstrate various customization and aesthetics techniques such as: Hydraulics, Upholstery, Engraving, Painting, Pin-striping, and Murals. Come and see these artisans at work, many of who are featured in our current exhibition The High Art of Riding Low:Ranflas, Corazón e Inspiración. Additional lowrider cars will also be displayed at the event.

Artisans:
Alejandro “Chino” Vega, CL Customs
Joaquin “Lolo” Vega, CL Customs
Albert De Alba, Cal Blast
Albert De Alba, Jr. , Cal Blast
More artisans to be announced…

Second Saturday Cruise Night
Apr 14 @ 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Second Saturday Cruise Night

Second Saturday Cruise Night starts April 14th and runs every Second Saturday through December 2018 from 4:00 pm till 8:00 pm. Plenty of Parking, Pizza, Bowling, Live Entertainment, and Full Bar. Show & Shine, Rust & Prime, Muscle, Low, Rod, Kustom, Tuner, Truck, Foreign, Modern Special Interest, 2 wheels or 4, All are welcome. No entry Fees…Just Major Car Fun! Mark it on your Calendars.

Please drink responsibly. As this is a family oriented event we ask that you make good choices.

Watch your speed in the parking lot and no burnouts please.

Sponsored by harley’s Bowl Camarillo and Rock & Roll Pizza.
Offering family fun, good food and live entertainment.

Organized by The Ventura Classics Car Club.
A non-discriminatory club respecting all aspects, budgets and skill levels. Simply sharing the love we feel rolling in a classic. We offer a friendly/family drama free atmosphere.

2017 Spring Fling Day 1 (post show cruise) @ Bob's Big Boy
Apr 14 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
2017 Spring Fling Day 1 (post show cruise) @ Bob's Big Boy | Northridge | CA | United States

This is not an “Official” FB entry for this event. For more info please see below:
http://cpwclub.com/

Spring Fling Mopar Only Cruise at Bob’s Big Boy – 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
•Located 8876 Corbin Avenue Northridge, CA; See map

15th Annual Chino Corn Feed Run @ Chino City Hall
Apr 14 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
15th Annual Chino Corn Feed Run @ Chino City Hall | Chino | CA | United States

The 16th Annual Corn Feed Run Car Show & Cruise, presented by Kiwanis Club of Chino and City of Chino will be on April 14, 2018. The show will be located in downtown Chino on the City Hall lawn, parking lot and surrounding streets.
PICKUPS LIMITED OF ORANGE COUNTY WILL DO THE PARKING FOR THIS EVENT. MEET AT CITY HALL AT 6:30
SEE RICH MILLER FOR MORE DETAILS

The Chino City Hall is located at 13220 Central Ave. There is a $25 show vehicle entry fee before April 1, 2018 and the entry fee will be $30 after that date. The entry fee includes t-shirts for all participants. Spectators are admitted free.
Over 800 vehicles are expected, and the show is open to all pre-1975 cars and all working show trucks. There is 15 blocks of cruising from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. There will be an open header contest, vendors, awesome trophies, a huge raffle, and great food and music. There will be a huge display of operational antique engines set up by the WPA. All proceeds go to local youth & senior charities of the Chino Kiwanis Club. For general information, contact Walt Pocock at 909.591.4164 or at cornfeedrun@aol.com.
Vendor spaces are available. #iamkiwanis #kiwanis

Apr
15
Sun
2018 Las Vegas Rotary Club Annual Car Show @ CELEBRITY CARS LAS VEGAS
Apr 15 @ 8:00 am – 2:00 pm
2018 Las Vegas Rotary Club Annual Car Show @ CELEBRITY CARS LAS VEGAS | Las Vegas | NV | United States

Cars for a Cause-

Join Celebrity Cars and the Las Vegas Rotary Club as we kick off our 2nd Annual Cars for a Cause Car & Bike Show on April 15th!

Admission is FREE! Registration for your vehicle is only $30!

Featuring something for everyone! Exotic cars, fast cars, classic cars! Food Truck options and more!

Purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win some amazing prizes and help a good cause!

Have fun and help the Las Vegas Rotary Foundation and the programs they support including Spread the Word Nevada, the air men and women of Nellis AFB, Opportunity Village, Bracken, Beckley and Long Elementary and the Salvation Army.

See you Sunday April 15th, 8AM-2PM!
please RSVP for Car show at www.rotarycarshow.vegas

33rd Fabulous Fords Forever @ Knott's Berry Farm
Apr 15 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
33rd Fabulous Fords Forever @ Knott's Berry Farm | Buena Park | CA | United States

Registration for our 33rd Annual show will open on January 1, 2018!

Get your entries in early, as we expect another sell out of this great show! The 2017 show sold out before the last day of registration , so don’t wait!

The Knott’s Berry Farm Hotel will also be offering a discounted hotel rate, so bring the family and plan your weekend around the show! Check out our website for the discount code!

Entry to the show is FREE FOR SPECTATORS!

So, come to the show and check out all of the really cool cars and sponsor displays!

See you there!

Retro, Rust & Rummage @ Luke-Greenway American Legion Post 1 Arizona
Apr 15 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Retro, Rust & Rummage @ Luke-Greenway American Legion Post 1 Arizona | Phoenix | AZ | United States

***FREE ENTRY PUBLIC EVENT!*** Spend a Sunday searching for treasures from vintage, to art, to crafts as well as car, motorcycle and bicycle parts.
Food available from Frank’s Kitchen. Beer, wine & cocktails available in the Legion Post.

Want to sell your stuff? Vendor Spots Available. Email post1aznews@gmail.com
Vendor Spaces: $25 each (multiples available)

Apr
18
Wed
Cajon Classic Cruise Opening Day 2018 @ Prescott Promenade Park
Apr 18 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Cajon Classic Cruise Opening Day 2018 @ Prescott Promenade Park | El Cajon | CA | United States

See beautiful classic vehicles during the 2018 Cajon Classic Cruise car show season. Shows are every Wednesday night 5-8PM, starting April 18th through October.

This popular car show is held in the area of the Prescott Promenade in Downtown El Cajon and is hosted by Downtown El Cajon Business Partners.

Visit www.cajonclassiccruise.org for more information.