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This is a site where you can find the latest events involving cars. We will add events daily featuring car shows, cruise nights, drag racing, demo derby, swap meets, etc.

Crusin’ Frankfort – Frankfort, IL – Fridays Starting May 21st, 2021

Frankfort Car Club presents Crusin’ Frankfort Friday Nights Starting May 21st 2021 4pm till Dusk Food & Beverages available Swap meet in summer Live entertainment German American Heritage Club 25249 S Center rd. Frankfort, IL 60423

JC’S Pub Restaurant Car Show – McCook, IL – June, 6th 2021

JC’S Pub Restaurant Car Show – McCook, IL – June, 6th 2021 Sunday June 6th 2021 Noon – 3:30PM Honorary Guest NHRA Chris Karamesines & His Dual Engine Dragster Registration, 11-1 Voting ends at 2:30 Public and Participation Vote. Top 10 and Best in Show Car Entrance Fee $15 Food and Drinks

Summer Nights at Konow’s Corn Maze – Homer Glen, IL – May 20th 2021

Come out for a Car Cruise & Live Music at Konow’s Corn Maze in HomerGlen! Enjoy Classic Cars *No cover. *Reservations are NOT required *Guests only have to wear face masks to use the restroom. *Full bar, Servers will serve food & drinks at tables, provide hand sanitizer, and we will sterilize between each guest. […]

Joliet American Legion Classic Car Cruise Nights – Joliet, IL – Summer 2021

The Joliet American Legion would like to welcome all Cruise Night Enthusiasts to join them for their Classic Car Cruise Nights held every Monday evening from 4-8 pm. Enjoy great food and drinks from the American Legion while DJ Dr. B plays classic music from the ’50s to the ’70s as we turn back the […]

Munster 23rd Car Show – Munster, IN – May 1st 2021

Enter your car in this spectacular Show or join us at Community Park for a terrific display of cars and trucks. Due to Covid spread, this show will not be judged as in past years. Trophies will be awarded for over 15 special categories as well as “Best of Show” and “People’s Choice.” Entry forms […]

Gilberts 15th Annual you got the Fever Car & Truck Show – Gilberts, IL – April 25th 2021

April 25th Gilberts 15th Annual you got the Fever Car & Truck Show ! Show Hours 9:30 AM – 3 PM Win a HD TV Luck of the Draw your Registration Number . Also a 50/50 for Autism Speaks. Top 40 Trophies & Best Of Show Entry Fee $20 Spectators Free! MC Cruising Music 101.5 […]

New Lenox Cars and Coffee – New Lenox, IL – Sun March 28th 2021

New Lenox Cars and Coffee #15 2021 Season Opener! Join us Sunday, March 28th, starting at 8am, for our first event of 2021. Bring your car, motorcycle, or just come for some great coffee and wonderful company. Social Distancing Required per the Illinois Department of Commerce. Please wear a facemask when within 6 feet of […]

Jeepin’ Creepin’ – A Trick or Treat Family Friendly Event – Lombard, IL – Sat Oct 31st, 2020

Brauer House, Afterlife, Swizzle Steve Present: ” Jeepin’ Creepin’ – Family Friendly Trick or Treating Event ” Come one come all! We love Halloween at Brauer House / The Afterlife Music Hall! This year is no different! We invite everyone to join us in a Car Show Trick Or Treating Event for the KIDS! 4pm […]

Gateway Classic Cars, Caffeine and Chrome – Crete, IL – Oct 31st 2020

1329 Commerce Dr. Gateway Classic Cars, Caffeine and Chrome 9AM-12PM, Cruise into Gateway Classic Cars with your collectible or daily driver to enjoy coffee & donuts,while supplies last. Free admission from 9am-12pm. Share in the enthusiasm with fellow drivers. More Info: 6182713000

Fergie’s Car & Motorcycle Show – Summit, IL – Thursday, Oct 8th 2020

An Indoor & Outdoor Socially Spaced Event! Join us. All Welcome! Please have your masks! More info to follow! Want to show your Ride??? call the bar or send me a message! Car, Motorcycle, & Vendor Set up: 4-5pm EVENT: 5-9pm Wrap-up: 9-10pm Be sure to check out Toys for Tots “bb1” Merchandise Truck! Coolest […]

2nd Annual Car Show – Yorkville, IL – Sept, 19th 2020

Saturday, September 19 2020 Goodie bags for the first 200 entrants Free admission & parking for spectators 50/50 split the pot, Live Music, Concessions, Raffles Spend an enjoyable day seeing a wide assortment of Classic Cars, Trucks and Bikes on Yorkville High School’s beautiful campus Show Vehicles: Car, Truck, and Bike Classics * Trophy awards […]

Gateway Classic Cars, Caffeine and Chrome – Crete, IL – Sept 26th 2020

Spirit of America Cruise In – Orland Park, IL – Sept 12th 2020

FREE Cruise night, come as you are with optional donation available to support the Disabled Patriot Fund and the Orland Township . All cars, trucks and motorcycles welcome! Orland Park Crossing – (14225 S 95th Avenue, Orland Park 60462) DJ & Live Entertainment House Of Music Food, wine & beer will be available for purchase […]

MotorMania Take Over The Mile – West Allis, WI – Sept 5-6th 2020

When: Sept. 5-6 Sat. 7:30 am to 7: 30 pm Sun. 7:30 am to 5:00 pm Where: The Milwaukee Mile Speedway Car Show Street Drags Burnout Pit Swap Meet Music Vendors tables Find us on Facebook 2020 or visit www.themotormania.com All makes and models and years welcome

K9s for Veterans Car Show – Joliet, IL – Sunday Aug 23rd, 2020

K9s For Veterans Car Show – Joliet, IL – Sunday August 23rd, 2020 50/50 Raffles Prizes Trophies Food and Drinks Available For Purchase Kid Friendly Dash Plaques first 100 cars All proceeds will be donated to K9s for veterans, nfp

Chi-Town Show & Go – Morroco, IN – Aug, 22nd 2020

Car show and racing event, Big rim shoot out 100% pay out, 15+ classes sponsor deals and vendor space available. People already locked in to come from Florida, Detroit, Louisiana, Atlanta, and other states Contact through IG @Playboy_Geezy_3800 with any questions

Big Bopper Car Show & Car Hop – Willowbrook, IL – Saturday, August 22nd 2020

If you missed the first one we got your covered! Enjoy a throwback Saturday on Route 66 with home-cooked food, classic cars & great music. – The Big Bopper’s Car Show + A DJ + a Car Hop!! 11am to 3pm Enjoy car side service or eat at the patio while you view some classic […]

Cruise Night Tuesdays – Plainfield, IL – Summer 2020

The Plainfield Chamber of Commerce would like to thank everyone for a great 2019 season and invite y ou to come out again and experience the many restaurants and shops that will be open during the events. Downtown Plainfield boasts a wide array of stores, services, and restaurants that appeal to almost everyone! So, please […]

Cruizin’ into Lockport – Lockport, IL – Mondays, Summer 2020

Classic Car Show, Farmer’s Market, and Live Music on State Street in Downtown Lockport on Monday nights in August & September. August 3, August 10, August 17, August 24, August 31 September 14, September 21, September 28 (No show on Monday, September 7 due to Labor Day) Farmer’s Market on 10th Street starts at 4 […]

Cruise Night Tuesdays – Plainfield, IL – Summer 2020

AREA 41 NOSTALGIA DRAGS – Morocco, IN – JULY 10,11,12, 2020

AREA 41 NOSTALGIA DRAGS JULY 10,11,12, 2020 @ US 41 MOTORPLEX . FRONT ENGINE DRAGSTERS , GASSERS , JET CARS , FUNNY CARS , NOSTALGIA SUPER STOCKS WHEELSTANDERS & US 30 MEMORABILIA. THE SWAP MEET IS 8 AM – 2 PM SATURDAY & SUNDAY MORE INFO CAN BE FOUND ON http://www.wpsracing.com/hotrodchorbi1.html

Summer Nights at Konow’s Corn Maze – Homer Glen, IL – All Summer

Come out for a Car Cruise & Live Music at Konow’s Corn Maze in HomerGlen! Enjoy Classic Cars, Nightlife Band from 7PM-10PM, Food, a DJ, and more from 3PM-10PM! *No cover. *Reservations are NOT required *Guests only have to wear face masks to use the restroom. *Full bar, Servers will serve food & drinks at […]

Downtown Lemont Car Cruise – Lemont, IL – All Summer

Stroll along the sidewalks of Downtown Lemont during Cruise Nights 2020 – Limited Edition, to enjoy cars,dining,and shopping. (No alcoholic beverages will be allowed outside restaurant dining areas) We’re still social distancing, so streets will remain open to traffic with vintage vehicles parked throughout the streets in Downtown Lemont

Summer Nights at Konow’s Corn Maze – Homer Glen, IL – All Summer

Friday Cruise Nights at Doug’s Dogs – Oak Forest, IL – Fridays Starting May 29th 2020

Every Friday night we’ll be holding a weekly cruise night at Doug’s starting May 29th 2020

44th Annual Corvette Show & GM Parts Swap – Joliet, IL – May 17th, 2020

44TH ANNUAL CORVETTE SHOW & GM PARTS SWAP Join Hawk Chevrolet of Joliet On Sunday May 17, 2020 From 8AM – 2PM Located At 2001 West Jefferson Joliet, Illinois 60435 General Admission $5.00 Students With ID $2.00 Kids Under 12 Are Free! Have Questions Please Give Them A Call At (815) 600-7622

Columbus Spring Swap – Columbus, OH – April 11th & 12, 2020

Mid Ohio Ford Club Presents Columbus Spring Swap Meet April 11 – 12, 2020 More than 1,000 vendors fill acres of space with new and used Ford and Mercury parts, literature, collectibles and cars for sale at the 40th annual event. Time:Saturday (9 am – 5 pm); Sunday (9 am – 2 pm) Price:Adults – […]

Race & Performance Expo – Schaumburg, IL – Feb 22nd & 23rd 2020

Midwest’s Largest Race & Performance Consumer Expo This growing event provides ample opportunity for industry professionals and enthusiasts to network with racing retailers, race engine builders, car builder, sanctioning organizations, car fabricators and trailer manufacturers.

CMC’s Winter Swap Meet – Elmhurst, IL – February 16th 2020

The annual Chicagoland Mopar Club Winter Swap Meet is moving back to its roots at Larry Roesch CJDR in Elmhurst at 200 W Grand Ave on Sunday, Feb 16, 2020. Vender set up at 6:00am, door opens to public at 8:00am. Spectator admission $5.00 Call Ron Jones for vendor space rental. 630 546 3855

BOPC Swap Meet & Car Corral – St Charles, IL – February, 16th 2020

29th Annual Buick Olds Pontiac Cadillac Swap Meet and Car Corral Sunday February 16th 2020 Admission $6 Vendor fee $40 by Jan 31st, $45 After, $25 for LARGE outdoor space.

Winter Fest 2020 – Union Grove, WI – January 25th, 2020

Mark your calendars and plan to join us on Saturday January 25th, 2020 from 11 am – 6 pm for a fun day filled with snowmobiling, raffles, live music, radar run [snow or no snow!], and children’s activities. Winterfest is a fun, free, family friendly event hosted by the Racine County Snowmobile Alliance.

World Championship Merrill Ice Drags 2020

Rule Changes for 2019!-If you don’t follow these you may not get to race! * Classes requiring drive shaft loop must be made of minimum 2″ x 1/4″ steel. Must be a FULL loop. Must be mounted securely. * General Rules #4: Fire extinguishers must be secured with proper fire extinguisher bracket. Extinguisher MUST […]

31st Annual Central Illinois Auto Show – Peoria, IL – January 10 thru 12, 2020

31st Annual Central Illinois Auto Show Join us for the 31st annual Central Illinois Auto Show as it returns to the Peoria Civic Center from Friday – Sunday, January 10 – 12, 2020. Dates/Times: 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm – Friday, January 10 11:00 am – 8:00 pm – Saturday, January 11 11:00 am – […]

45th Annual Swap meet – Peotone, IL – January 5, 2020

45th Annual Swap Meet January 5th, 2020 7:00am to 1:00pm Donation $5.00 Car parts for all makes and models Will County Fairgrounds 710 South West Street Peotone, illinois 60468

Retro Rewind – Dubuque, IA – January 4th 2020

Join us for THE Winter Party! Hot Rods, Vintage Cycles, Kustoms, Vendors, Film Festival, Live Bands, Pin Up Contest, Art Auction, and more at this special Fund Raiser for Helping Hannah’s Heart Foundation. Special guest Butch Patrick (Eddie Munster) will introduce a screening of “Munster Go Home.” He will also be on hand for autographs […]

Jeepin’ Creepin’ Trunk or Treat Haunted Jeep & Car Show – Lombard, IL – Oct 27th 2019

Jeepin’ Creepin’ Haunted Jeep and Car Trunk-or-Treat Show at Brauer House, Lombard Come out to Brauer House for the ultimate Jeepin’ Creepin’ Haunted Jeep & Car Show Trunk – or – Treat event at Brauer House Lombard. All Cars are welcome to participate, but Jeeps will take priority parking. Come early to claim a prime […]

Tournament of Destruction Round 5: Racin’ For Boobs! – Joliet, IL – Oct 26th 2019 (reschedule)

This is the rescheduled event from Saturday, September 21 Parking, Seating, and Pre-race Party all open at 4:00pm | Show Time: 7:15pm Season Championship Event! Team Demolition Derby, Car & Truck Racing Champions will emerge from the dirt and destruction after one final night of mayhem for 2019. Plus, the all-women teams High Risk and […]

YCHS Car Show – Yorkville, IL – Oct 19th 2019

Awards given in all classes: Awards given in all classes: Cars: Pre 1980, 1980 & Newer, Motorcycle, Jeep, Truck, Cool ride on wheels & Best in Show Free Event Includes: -Bluegrass Band -Food -Raffle & Prizes -Open Gym -Bounce House -Tour the School …and more!

Roadhouse Bar & Grill Halloween Cruise – Yorkville, IL – Oct 18th 2019

Roadhouse Bar & Grill Halloween Cruise Goulish Fun! 5-8PM Bring treats for the kiddo’s! Awards! Surprises! RAFFLE!

OLCHS Spartan 1st Annual Car Show – Oak Lawn, IL – Oct 13th 2019

Oak Lawn Community High School is having their 1st Annual Car Show! This fundraiser is open to everyone, free entrance! Come on out and have some fun!!

Eve of Haunted Destruction – Joliet, IL – Oct 12th 2019

Eve of Haunted Destruction!! Come dressed up in your Halloween Costume and prepare for the Destruction! Lawn Mower Derby, Power Wheel Derby, School Bus Racing & MORE! Saturday, October 12, 2019!

Chili Cook-Off Car Show – Summit, IL – Oct 12th 2019

1st Annual chili cook-off car show Saturday October 12th 1pm to 8pm St. Joseph School 5641 South 73rd Ave, Summit,IL Got the best chili in town? Put it to the test. Show off your ride at our car show. For more information on entering the chili cook–off or to get a spot for your car […]

Morris Lions Club Annual Fall Classic – Morris, IL – Oct 12-13th 2019

It is time again to tell you about the Morris Lions Club Fall Classic Car Show and Swap meet. The car show portion of the event takes place on Sunday Oct. 13th. The gate opens for cars to start coming in at 8:00 AM. 3-D Sound will again introduce all the cars as they come […]

Iron Invasion – Woodstock, IL – Oct 5th, 2019

IRON INVASION WOODSTOCK IL OCTOBER 5, 2019 ADVANCE TICKETS AVAILABLE! $10 PER PERSON if you purchase before 9/24. STARTS SATURDAY 10am. Tickets will be available at the gate. $15 per person – This price INCLUDES entry to Mini Bike Racing NO CHARGE to show your car or motorcycle! Kids 12 and under are free. Students […]

Fall Classic at Geo’s Gyros – Burbank, IL – Oct 5th, 2019

Fall Classic Car Show Geo’s Gyros October 5th, 2019 7090 W 79th Street, Burbank, IL Registration 9:00am to 12:00pm Entry $20 at The Gate 15 Best of Class Trophies Award Ceremony 3:00pm Car Care Goodie Bags to the First 50 Entrants Sponsors: Turtle Wax and Midwest Gear Grinders

Caffeine & Chrome Gateway Classics – Crete, IL – Sept 28th 2019

Bring your friends, family, and most importantly your ride! There will be coffee, donuts, and plenty of room to park. Come out and show off your beautiful ride. Old, new, custom, or just plain stock we want to see you out here! We have a showroom filled with about 200 beautiful rides.

Glen Ellyn Police Department Car Show – Glen Ellyn, IL – Sept 28th

Come out and join us for the 3rd annual car show to benefit Special Olympics Illinois. Volunteers from the Glen Ellyn Police Department are hosting the 2019 event at a new location in downtown Glen Ellyn. Bring your show car and help us raise money for an excellent cause. All makes and models of cars […]

Hot Rod Classic Car show – Evergreen Park, IL – Sept 27th 2019

Register your hot rod or classic car for the Village of Evergreen Park’s upcoming 2019 Hot Rod and Classic Car Show on Sept. 27. Dozens of car enthusiasts are expected to show off their classic and antique vehicles from 3 to 10 p.m. The show will assemble at Yukich Field 89th Street and Kedzie Avenue. […]

Fall Jefferson Swap Meet & Car Show – Jefferson, WI – Sept 27th-29th, 2019

The Madison Classic’s Fall Jefferson Car Show and Auto Swap Meet is one of the largest car shows in the Midwest! For the auto enthusiasts this Swap Meet boasts thousands of car parts and car accessory vendors making it a great place to buy or sell those hard to find car parts. For those looking […]

Lemont Classic Car Club Antique Car Show – Lemont, IL – Sept 23rd 2019

Franciscan Village in Lemont, part of the Franciscan Communities, is welcoming the Lemont Classic Car Club to their campus, located at 1270 Village Drive in Lemont, on Monday, September 23 from 1p.m.-3p.m. Everyone is invited to come out and view the variety of antique cars while listening to a live music performance by Michael […]