Find upcoming Orange County car shows, Cars and Coffee gatherings, cruise-ins and automotive swap meets throughout 2026. Events include weekly and monthly meets as well as major annual shows. Dates and locations can change, so confirm the latest details with the organizer before attending.
Last updated: August 29, 2026. Event dates and times can change. We verify listings whenever possible, but check the event organizer’s website or social media before attending. Organizers can submit or correct an event.
Upcoming Orange County Car Shows
| Event | Date & Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Kiwanis Land Car Show | September 13, 2026 | 9 AM–2 PM | 9840 Larson Ave., Garden Grove |
| Pageant of the Thunderbird Car Show | September 20, 2026 | 8 AM–3 PM | Twila Reid Park, Anaheim |
| San Clemente Car Show | September 20, 2026 | 10 AM–3 PM | Downtown San Clemente, Avenida Del Mar |
| Classics on the Hill Car Show | September 20, 2026 | 10 AM–2 PM | Fullerton Elks Lodge |
| Patriots & Paws 12th Annual Car & Motorcycle Show | October 3, 2026 | 9 AM–2 PM | Canyon RV Park, Anaheim |
| Laguna Beach Classic Car Show & Oktoberfest | October 4, 2026 | 9:30 AM–3:30 PM | Laguna Canyon Road parking lot, across from Festival of Arts |
| Heels & Wheels at The Marconi | October 4, 2026 | 9 AM–12 PM | Marconi Automotive Museum, Tustin |
| American Luxury Car Show & Picnic | October 4, 2026 | 10 AM–2 PM | William R. Mason Regional Park, Irvine |
| All American Car & Truck Show | October 10, 2026 | 9 AM–2 PM | 14582 Beach Blvd., Midway City |
| Woodie Car Show | October 17, 2026 | 8 AM–3 PM | Doheny State Beach, Dana Point |
| Anaheim Fall Festival Classic Car Show | October 24, 2026 | 10 AM–4 PM | Center Greens, Anaheim |
| Marconi Magic Toy Drive | November 15, 2026 | 9 AM–2 PM | Marconi Automotive Museum, Tustin |
| Brea Holiday Car Show | December 6, 2026 | 10 AM–4 PM | Downtown Brea |
Weekly Cars and Coffee & Car Meets
Recurring meets were last reviewed in August 2026. Informal gatherings can change or pause with little notice, so use the organizer link to confirm before driving. Check the organizer for vehicle restrictions, admission or registration requirements.
| Event | Schedule | Location |
|---|---|---|
| South OC Cars & Coffee | Every Saturday | 9–11 AM | San Clemente |
| Donut Derelicts Cars & Coffee | Every Saturday | 5–8 AM | Huntington Beach |
| Donuts & Dipsticks Cars & Coffee | Every Saturday | 7–9 AM | Placentia |
| GardenWalk Coffee Cars & Culture | Every Saturday | 8 AM–1 PM | Anaheim GardenWalk |
| Super Star Saturday Car Show | Every Saturday | 5–7:30 PM | Anaheim |
| Hot Rods at the Beach | Every Sunday | 8–11 AM | Seal Beach — organizer link not available; confirm locally |
| Chihuahua Newport Beach Car Show | Every Sunday | 9 AM–12 PM | Newport Beach |
| Modelo Mondays | Every Monday | 6–9 PM | Fullerton — organizer link not available; confirm locally |
| Big Wednesdays Car Show | Every Wednesday | 5–7:30 PM | Placentia |
| Historic Main Street Car Show | Every Friday | 4–8 PM | Garden Grove |
Monthly Orange County Car Meets
| Event | Schedule | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Cypress Cars & Coffee at Kimmie’s | First Saturday | 8 AM–2 PM | Cypress |
| Cars, Coffee, and Donuts | First Saturday | 8 AM | Anaheim |
| OC Yota Nights | Second or third Saturday; varies | 7 PM | Garden Grove |
| Cars and Coffee at Segerstrom Shelby Event Center | First Sunday | 7:30–9:30 AM | Irvine |
| Downtown Anaheim Cars and Coffee | First Sunday | 8 AM–12 PM | Anaheim |
| All American Brew Works Car Meet | First Sunday | 12–2 PM | Anaheim — organizer link not available; confirm locally |
| Cars & Coffee Villa Park | Second Sunday | 7–10 AM | Villa Park |
| Classics & Craft Beer | Second Sunday | 11 AM–2 PM | Anaheim |
| Ladera Ranch Rides Cars and Coffee | Second Sunday | 9–11 AM | Ladera Ranch |
| Carbs N’ Coffee | Third Sunday | 9–11 AM | Orange |
| Pistons & Brunch | Third Sunday | 10 AM–1 PM | Anaheim |
| Quarantine Cruise | Third Sunday | 7–9 AM | Costa Mesa |
| Silverado Cars & Coffee | Last Sunday | 9 AM–12 PM | Silverado |
| Exotics & Espresso | Last Sunday | 9–11 AM | Irvine |
| Elks Lodge Friday Night Car Show | First Friday | 4–8 PM | Buena Park — organizer link not available; confirm locally |
| Mopar 360 First Fridays | First Friday | 4:30–10 PM | Placentia |
2026 Dates Awaiting Confirmation
2026 date not yet confirmed — check the organizer before attending. Month-only listings are kept here until an organizer publishes a clearly dated 2026 schedule.
- Porsches on the Flightline — September — Lyon Air Museum, Santa Ana
- OC Auto Show — September — Anaheim Convention Center; 2026 dates not clearly confirmed
- Cruisin’ for a Cure — September — OC Fair & Event Center
- SVdP Parish Fest Car Show — September
- Newport El Classic & Exotic Car Show — date requires reverification
- Placentia Heritage Car Show — October
- Cars N’ Copters on the Coast — October
- All-Chevrolet Car Show — October
- Creepin’ for a Cause Car Show — October
- Silverado Days Classics on the Green — October
- Newport Beach Car Fest — October
- Oldsmobile Club Annual Car Show — October
- All Ford Mustang Madness — October
- Tustin Veterans Day Celebration & Car Show — November
- OCMC Holiday Gala — December
- Winter Overdrive Car Show & Holiday Boutique — December
- OCMC Christmas Light Cruise — December
- OC Impalas Toys for Tots Car Show — December
Car Swap Meets
Buena Park Classic Swap Meet
Third Sunday monthly | 6–10 AM | Buena Park Elks Lodge
Studebaker Car Show & Swap Meet
Select dates | 8 AM–3 PM | La Palma Park, Anaheim
Long Beach Hi-PO Swap Meet & Car Show
Monthly | 6 AM–1 PM | Veterans Memorial Stadium, Long Beach
Past 2026 Orange County Car Shows
View January–August 2026 events
Completed 2026 events included Cruisin’ 2 Freedom, San Juan Capistrano Classic Car Show, Marina High School Vikings Car Show, Wonderland Market Classic Car Show, Carroll Shelby Tribute, Hotrods N Heroes, Cars & Coffee Classics at Nite, Cambra Speed Shop Grand Opening Car Show, ACES Hot Rod Resurrection, Seal Beach Classic Car Show, Yorba Days Car Show, Orange Plaza Rotary Car Show, Reunion Classic Car & Motorcycle Show, Laguna Hills Car Show, 365 Club Concours d’Elegance, Studebaker Car Show & Swap Meet, Huntington Beach Concours d’Elegance, VW Revival Weekend, Brea Father’s Day Car Show, F-100 Western Nationals, Brea Country Fair, Hot Rods on the Tarmac, Marconi Annual Open House, American Legion Post 133 Car Show, LHCC Car Show, Corn Festival Classic Car Parade and Dana Point Classic Car Show.
Orange County Car Show FAQ
Where are the biggest car shows in Orange County?
Major annual events are held throughout Orange County, including Anaheim, Huntington Beach, Costa Mesa, San Clemente, Laguna Beach, Brea and Dana Point. Larger venues include the Anaheim Convention Center and OC Fair & Event Center.
Are Orange County car shows free?
Many Cars and Coffee gatherings are free to attend, while larger shows may charge admission or require paid vehicle registration. Check the organizer link for the event you plan to attend.
What is the difference between a car show and Cars and Coffee?
Cars and Coffee is typically a casual recurring meetup, while a traditional car show is more likely to have scheduled hours, vehicle registration, judging, awards, vendors or entertainment.
Do I need to register my vehicle?
It depends on the event. Spectators usually do not register, but many formal car shows require advance registration for display vehicles. Confirm requirements with the organizer.
Are Orange County car shows family-friendly?
Many are promoted as community or family events, but activities and venue rules vary. Review the organizer’s information before attending with children.
How often is this calendar updated?
Enjoy OC reviews the calendar throughout the year as organizers publish or change dates. Because schedules can change after publication, always confirm directly with the organizer.
How can an organizer submit a car show?
Use the Enjoy OC contact page to submit a new event or request a correction.