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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.

Oct
7
Sun
Santa Barbara Cars and Coffee @ La Cumbre Plaza
Oct 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.

Oct
12
Fri
Bob’s Big Boy Northridge Cruise Night @ Bob's Big Boy
Oct 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

Oct
13
Sat
Huffarama 2018 @ San Manuel Stadium
Oct 13 @ 9:00 am – Oct 14 @ 6:00 pm
Huffarama 2018 @ San Manuel Stadium | San Bernardino | CA | United States

The Dead Sleds C.C.& The Huff Family have the pleasure in bringing you another fun filled family event, honoring the late Custom car painter and fabricator Bo Huff. Kustoms, Lowriders, Classics, Viclas, Everyone is welcome! Pinup contest, Beer, Live bands, Delicious Food, Lots of vendors!!!

Bo Huff Car & Bike Show “Huffarama”
Oct 13 @ 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
Bo Huff Car & Bike Show "Huffarama"

The Dead Sleds C.C.& The Huff Family have the pleasure in bringing you another fun filled family event, honoring the late Custom car painter and fabricator Bo Huff. Kustoms, Lowriders, Classics, Viclas, Everyone is welcome! Pinup contest, Beer, Live bands, Delicious Food, Lots of vendors!!!

Second Saturday Cruise Night
Oct 13 @ 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.

Free Screening of Robert Williams MR BITCHIN’ Documentary @ Petersen Automotive Museum
Oct 13 @ 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Free Screening of Robert Williams MR BITCHIN' Documentary @ Petersen Automotive Museum | Los Angeles | California | United States

Free Screening of Robert Williams MR BITCHIN’ Documentary and discussion afterwards with Robert Williams…

RSVP at https://www.petersen.org/events/2018/10/13/movie-night-mr-bitchin

Oct
14
Sun
Santa Barbara Cars and Coffee @ La Cumbre Plaza
Oct 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.

Oct
19
Fri
Bob’s Big Boy Northridge Cruise Night @ Bob's Big Boy
Oct 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

Oct
20
Sat
10th Annual Parking Lot Sale and Swap Meet @ California Car Cover
Oct 20 @ 7:00 am – 2:00 pm
10th Annual Parking Lot Sale and Swap Meet @ California Car Cover | Chatsworth | CA | United States

10th Annual Parking Lot Sale at California Car Cover. This is our annual clearance sale as we make room for holiday merchandise in our warehouse. Save on seasonal, open box and clearance items. Held in conjunction with our final Saturday Social of the season. Free to attend.

Oct
21
Sun
Santa Barbara Cars and Coffee @ La Cumbre Plaza
Oct 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.

Cars and Canvas In The Arts District @ In The Arts District
Oct 21 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Cars and Canvas In The Arts District @ In The Arts District | Los Angeles | California | United States

The first annual Cars and Canvas will be an event to remember, one that merges beautiful art with the best transportation SoCal has on offer. The show will feature 5 local artists, one will create a piece of work inspired by the day’s events that we’ll auction off to benefit the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF). 

Five car classes will be judged including Best of Show, Best Bike, Best Competition Vehicle, Best Domestic and Best Import. We are fortunate to be able to host 100 cars and 30 bikes in the heart of LA’s Arts District. We’ll have Artists, authentic Texas BBQ, music, vendors, and great vehicles so enter your vehicle, buy tickets and put this on your calendar now!

The show seeks to celebrate the arts and high light the artistry of your pride and joy. The fabrication and custom designs you and/or your builder poured blood sweat and tears in to, probably a little dough too should be recognized and that is what this show is about.

Location is in LA’s Arts District.

Entrants Please arrive at 8:00

Oct
26
Fri
Bob’s Big Boy Northridge Cruise Night @ Bob's Big Boy
Oct 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

Oct
28
Sun
Cars & Coffee Ventura
Oct 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.

October Breakfast Club Cruise-in at Petersen Automotive Museum @ Petersen Automotive Museum
Oct 28 @ 8:00 am – 10:00 am
October Breakfast Club Cruise-in at Petersen Automotive Museum @ Petersen Automotive Museum | Los Angeles | California | United States

Get in the Halloween spirit with the Petersen Automotive Museum and our Trunk-or-Treat Cruise In!

October 28th we will be popping the trunks of our 1925/34 “Round Door” Rolls Royce and Fred Astaire’s 1927 Phantom One Rolls-Royce and showing guests the incredible custom luggage stored there at this very special Breakfast Club Cruise-In.

Come in your Halloween costume and dress your car up too for a festive morning of coffee, bagels, conversation and beautiful cars!

The Petersen store will also be open for those hoping to go home with something special to remember the day.

Santa Barbara Cars and Coffee @ La Cumbre Plaza
Oct 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.

Nov
2
Fri
SEMA Ignited 2018 @ pin Las Vegas Convention Center - Platinum Lot
Nov 2 @ 3:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Auto enthusiasts and consumers are invited to attend SEMA Ignited, the official SEMA Show after-party that connects the general public with industry leaders, celebrities and award-winning custom vehicles. The Friday night festival takes place immediately after the SEMA Show closes as hundreds of cars and trucks will parade out of the Las Vegas Convention Center and assemble at SEMA Ignited.

Attendees will have the opportunity to view hundreds of customized rides featuring the newest and most innovative products from the SEMA Show. The event also includes food, music, drift demonstrations, celebrities, and the culmination of the SEMA Battle of the Builders competition which includes more than 250 competitors vying for the title of the Ultimate Vehicle Builder.

Open to the public.

Get event updates, promotions and more. Text SEMAIGNITED to 25827 to join our messaging list today. 

**SEMA Show attendees get in free with their show badge.**

**Tickets to SEMA Ignited does not give you entrance to the SEMA Show**

SEMA Ignited Map

SEMA Ignited Map and Schedule

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

SEMA Ignited will be a live event open to the public. SEMA Ignited will showcase some of the top vehicle builds and excitement from the 2018 SEMA Show.

Tickets for Friday night’s SEMA Ignited are valid only for the SEMA Ignited event and not valid for entry to the SEMA Show during the week.

HOURS

  • SEMA Ignited – November 2.
  • Hours are 3:00p – 10:00p

TICKET INFORMATIOMN

  • Tickets are on sale at http://www.semaignited.com/
  • Stay connected and text SEMAIGNITED to 25827 to receive the latest updates on SEMA Ignited.
  • General admission tickets for SEMA Ignited are $20.00.
  • Reserved premium seating for SEMA Ignited tickets are $75.00.- SOLD OUT

ARE CHILDREN ALLOWED AT SEMA IGNITED?

  • For General Admission, children under the age of 12 are free with a paid legal guardian.
  • For Premium Tickets, there is no discount for 2018 and all attendees, including children, must pay full price.
  • The SEMA Ignited ticket is good for admission to SEMA Ignited only, which is the “official after-party” of the SEMA Show.
  • The ticket does not provide access to the SEMA Show held during the week as the SEMA Show is an industry trade show only open to credentialed members of the automotive aftermarket industry.

PREMIUM RESERVED TICKETS FOR SEMA IGNITED – SOLD OUT

  • The Premium Reserved Seating Section tickets are $75.00 and can be purchased at http://www.semashow.com.
  • The $20 ticket is only general admission into the event.
  • PREMIUM TICKET INCLUDES:
    • Admission to SEMA Ignited
    • Reserved seating area at SEMA Ignited
    • Complimentary Water
    • Free SEMA Ignited T-Shirt from SEMA Gear
    • SEMA Show bumper sticker

MILITARY

  • Thank you for your service!
  • Active military are invited to SEMA Ignited as our guest.
  • Goto the ticket portal for SEMA Ignited (http://www.semaignited.com) and select Military. (Please bring your valid Military ID for entrance with ticket.)
  • Please also note and be aware that tickets for Friday night’s SEMA Ignited are valid only for the SEMA Ignited event and not valid for entry to the SEMA Show during the week.

SEMA SHOW BADGE HOLDERS

  • If you have an authorized 2018 SEMA Show badge, your entry to SEMA Ignited will be at no cost.
  • However, your show badge will not get you a Premium Reserved Seating Section.
  • To obtain the Premium Reserved Seating Section Tickets all attendees of SEMA Ignited must purchase the Premium Reserved Seating Section Tickets – even if one has a Show Badge.

DISPLAYING A VEHICLE AT SEMA IGNITED

  • Registration for displaying your vehicle at the 2018 SEMA Show has closed.
  • Registration for the SEMA Battle of the Builders® at the 2018 SEMA Show has also closed.
  • Only vehicles that are confirmed to display at the 2018 SEMA Show will be displaying at SEMA Ignited.

We look forward to seeing you at SEMA Ignited, Friday November 2nd. 
Gates open at 3:00p.

Bob’s Big Boy Northridge Cruise Night @ Bob's Big Boy
Nov 2 @ 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

Nov
4
Sun
Santa Barbara Cars and Coffee @ La Cumbre Plaza
Nov 4 @ 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.

Nov
9
Fri
Bob’s Big Boy Northridge Cruise Night @ Bob's Big Boy
Nov 9 @ 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

Nov
10
Sat
Second Saturday Cruise Night
Nov 10 @ 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.