The show is a “come one, come all” for car lovers in the Lone Star State and focuses on cars from the 1950’s through today.  In addition, the car show also has special categories surrounding specific models of cars like the Ford Mustang and the Corvette, allowing participants to be judged and compared against the best in each class.           

The show has expanded since its inception in 2006 and awards are given at the show each month.  New participants are welcome at anytime.  There are various criteria that each car is judged on and the specifics range from the exterior paint job to the interior upholstery to the overall cleanliness and appeal of the car.  Therefore, participants are encouraged to take care of each part on their pride and joy!           

If you are a car lover and if you are in the vicinity of Plano, Texas, come on down and find out what you have been missing each month!

The car show was held on August 15^th of this year and it was the 7^th year running.  The car show has gained much attention in recent years and has grown from just the members of the car club showing off their pride and joy, to actually bringing in vendors and adding attractions for the entire family.    

This past year the show had over 200 classic and muscle cars present.  There is consideration that the club may have to find a bigger place to showcase their hobby next year.           

The show featured everything from a 1930’s hot rod to the 2010 Camaro SS and had a reasonable entrance fee.  A wonderful thing about this show is that the club does not stand to profit from it; instead they donate all of the proceeds to needy families in the Fredericksburg area.
          

This is a great show and club to get involved in if you live in the Northern Virginia area, it is guaranteed to keep on growing and become a major attraction.

This show was held just outside of Philadelphia and it drew 150 of the regions museum-quality Mustangs and thousands of fans turned out to see the classic American muscle car.  In addition, hundreds of other classic, muscle, and hot rod cars graced the scene giving visitors plenty to look at.

Judges awarded prizes to the winners in each category and the excitement of the day was felt by all who attended.

Finally, the best part of the show was the fact that it was created based upon the spirit of charity.  All participants and visitors were charged to attend and all of the proceeds went directly to Homes for Our Troops, a charity that helps renovate or buy homes for disabled veterans of American wars.  The founders of the show hoped to raise $5,000 to give to this charity.  However, they surpassed all of previous expectations by raising over $8,000 to give to this very important group.

The success of this incredible show and the impact that it made on the community and the lives of our veterans will guarantee its return next year!

If you are reading this post, you are probably a car show aficionado and you want to know where the best muscle car shows are located that will feed your craving of all things that come with four wheels. You should know that there are great muscle car shows in every state across the country and the times of year vary for when they happen.  However, rest assured that no matter where you are, there will always be a classic or muscle car show happening somewhere.

One of the best that you should check out is in Grand Rapids, Michigan and it happens every January.  It is the Annual Belle Tire Autorama and it features thousands of classic, muscle, hot rod, and antique cars that are sure to rev your engine.  This show has gone on for forty years and each year it gets bigger.

Another great show is located in Omaha, Nebraska in March of each year called the O’Reilly Auto Parts World of Wheels and has been happening for over fifty years.  This show is fabulous and showcases cars from every era and time through American automobile history.

There are a variety of resources you should check out if you are interested in learning about what is going on where you are located.  One great website that will outline the annual calendar for all states is www.hubcapcafe.com.  Here you will find a state-by-state listing of what is going on near you!

There are many resources available to you where you can go to search for muscle car shows and events.  Most of the major websites that are run by muscle car organizations and associations provide information and calendars of events and shows.

One particularly great site is www.musclecarclub.com.  On this website you will find information regarding muscle car makes and models as well as an extensive list of events in each state for this year and next year.  It also provides helpful links to other websites and clubs that can give you more specific information on each individual event.

Muscle cars are an incredible part of classic car history.  Through proper research you can attend some shows that will truly open your eyes to this exciting hobby!

It is time for the 3^rd Annual Peak Chicagoland Nationals to take place!  This year, the event will be held from September 18^th through September 20^th, 2009 in Joliet, Illinois at the Chicagoland Motor Speedway.  This is particularly exciting for the car enthusiast as the Chicagoland Motor Speedways sits directly on the famed Route 66!

Online registration will close on September 4, 2009, for those who would like to participate in this event.  For those who do not wish to participate and who just want to be present to look at a spectacular variety of cars, bring the whole family, General Admission is $20.00 per person.

This car show features hot rods, classic cars as well as American muscle cars through 1972.  In addition, there will be displays of Street Machines and other custom built trucks that are sure to get your imagination working!

Finally, there are also a large number of other events that will make this weekend a big party, including a poker night and a Kick-Off Party at Hot Rod Chassis and Cycle.

Don’t miss this opportunity to come and meet with car aficionados and vendors who might be able to help you with your hobby or sell you your next project.  The 3^rd Peak Chicagoland Nationals has everything you could want in a car show!

The 8^th Annual Mid-Western Nationals will take place from September 4^th through to September 6^th, 2009. The Location: Kansas Speedway, Kansas City, Kansas.  This event attracts a wide array of car lovers and fans and is sure to be a great time.  

This event, as in past years, will feature a variety of American muscle cars, hot rods and classic cars that is sure to get a car enthusiast excited!  This event will center on cars that were manufactured up until 1972, the end of the muscle car phenomenon in the United States.

There will be drag racing events and Street Challenge Auto Cross on each day of the show as well as other events including the Goodgal Gallery, Seminars on how to take care of your classic car, vendor and manufacturer exhibits, swap meets, model and pedal shows, as well as nightly music, dancing and fun!

Prizes will be awarded for a variety of classic and muscle car categories and there will also be a spectacular Track Cruise highlighting all 3,000 cars that will be present at this event.

This event is open to the public and tickets can be purchased in advance.  Bring the whole family for a weekend of fun, automobile history, and excitement!

The 17^th Annual Lone Star Nationals Car Show is almost here and this year promises to be just as great as the shows of almost two entire decades!  This year the show will be held at the Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth, Texas from Friday, October 2^nd to Sunday, October 4^th.  Online registration is available to all future participants through September 18, 2009 and after that you may register at the Dallas Fort Worth Marriott Hotel and Golf Club.

This event is open to the public and car lovers are encouraged to attend.   There will be thousands of cars featured in classic, hot rod, custom and muscle car categories.  Awards and prizes will be handed out to the best participants in many categories.

A Goodguys Street Challenge will take place and all drag and street racers are encouraged to participate.

This event is always highly attended and there is an incredible variety of cars and vendors who are present.  There are also events for the entire family and a children’s area that is sure to spark the interest in cars in your little one!

Attend the 17^th Annual Lone Star Nationals and see the cars that you dream about!

You should be getting excited for the upcoming 24^th Annual Santa Barbara Concours d’Elegance Car Show held in Santa Barbara, California from Friday, October 30^th through Sunday, November 1^st, 2009.  This is an exciting event that both locals and visitors to Santa Barbara have enjoyed for the last quarter century and this year’s event looks to be no different.

This three day event offers much excitement for the car aficionado and the spectator alike.  The event will center on three separate shows and activities that all are encouraged to attend.

First, whet your foreign appetite with the “Concourso d’Italiano,” which is a fabulous show that will center on the sleek design and capability of Italian sports cars.  Next, the “American Classics Auto Show” will showcase the American muscle car, hot rods and custom cars.  Finally, attend the “Concours d’Elegance,” which is a classic car show that features cars from around the world and through the ages.

The car shows will be judged by exciting celebrity judges and some of the best known car aficionados from around the world.

In addition, the three-day event will feature many activities for the whole family, including children’s events, wine tastings, and live music.

The proceeds of the car show will 100% benefit the Dare to Love Foundation. This foundation assists children who have been victims of neglect and abuse.  The benefits of the 2008 show also benefitted this charity and the event raised over $7,000 for children who have been sent into Child Protective Services. This year the San Antonio Mustang Club and the community hope to raise much more!

The show, although sponsored by the San Antonio Mustang Club, features not only Ford Mustangs, but a wide variety of classic, hot rod, and American muscle cars that are sure to fascinate the pickiest of car lovers.

The show is guaranteed to be a great time for the entire family while also helping the community and a fabulous cause.  Buy your ticket today for this great event and combine your love of cars with helping kids who need it!