2026 NON-CCCA CAR AND COFFEE EVENTS in SoCal
In addition to the CCCA calendar of events listed below, there are many opportunities to share your Classics with a broader, public audience. Here are an array of events ranging from informal “Cars and Coffee” get-togethers to organized, long-running shows and concours up and down the coast.
AtladenaStrongCarsandCoffee – every Saturday, 8-10 am; former Rite-Aid parking lot, northwest corner of Lake Ave. and Altadena Drive.
CarsandCoffeeLA – last Sunday of the month, 7-9 am; Griffith Park, Merry go round Lot #1, 4730 Crystal Springs Drive, LA 90027. www.carsandcoffeela.com
Cars & Cafe - Every 1st Sunday of the month, 8-10 am; River Street Marketplace - 31896 Paseo Adelanto, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675. https://occarculture.org/
SouthOrangeCountyCarsandCoffee – every Saturday, 9-11 am (do not arrive before 8:30 am); Outlets at San Clemente, 101 W. Avenida Vista Hermosa, San Clemente, CA. www.southocarsandcoffee.com
HagertyGarage + Social – last Saturday of the month 9-11 am; 7933 Haskell Ave., Van Nuys, CA 91406. www.garageandsocial.com
EarlyRoddersCoffeeCruise – every Saturday morning, 6-8:30 am (it’s an early one!); Regal UA Theatre Parking Lot, 1919 Verdugo Blvd., La Canada-Flintridge, CA 91011. www.idrivesocal.com/early-rodders-car-meet
PasadenaElksCars, CoffeeandBreakfast – second Sunday of the month, 8:30-11 am; Pasadena Elks Lodge, 400 W. Colorado Blvd. (at Orange Grove), Pasadena, CA 91105. Breakfast (optional), $15. www.idrivesocal.com/pasadena-elks-cars-coffee-andbreakfast
Upcoming Events
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Inaugural Santa Barbara Invitational Concours
Whether you're a lifelong enthusiast or a first-time participant, this is an opportunity to share your passion, connect with fellow collectors, and be part of the launch of a new automotive tradition on California's American Riviera. We look forward to welcoming you for an unforgettable day celebrating extraordinary automobiles and the people who love them.
Organizational Coordinator
Santa Barbara Invitational Concours
1187 Coast Village Road, Suite 1
Montecito, CA 93108
805.704.5962
29th Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive & Car Show
Complimentary coffee and donuts. Please bring a non-perishable food item to help feed families in need for Thanksgiving.
Register your vehicle here.
Volunteers of all ages are needed to join our assembly line packing project as we fill over 1,200 boxes of food for over 600 families in need (families are preselected by our partner agencies).
Nonperishable food and cash donations are accepted at our store October 1 thru November 22 .
EVENT DETAILS!
Free, open to the public, and family friendly
Donuts, coffee, and fun
Live music by the “Jazz Angels”
Additional door prizes offered
NO COST TO ENTER CAR SHOW!
ALL VINTAGE AND MODIFIED VEHICLES WELCOME!
Holiday Lunch at Tam O'Shanter
Tam O'Shanter
2980 Los Feliz Blvd. Los Angeles 90039
SoCal/CCCA and ECA/PMCC Holiday Luncheon - December 5, 2026
Save the Date!
Join us to close out the year, once again, in style and celebrate together with the Earle C. Anthony Packard Club at the Tam O’Shanter in the Atwater Village area of Los Angeles. Delighting diners for over 100 years, the Tam O'Shanter is Los Angeles' oldest restaurant continuously operated by the same family in the same location.
Schedule: Saturday, December 5, 2026, 11:00 AM (tire kicking)/Lunch 11:30 AM — 2:00 PM
Location: Tam O’Shanter — 2980 Los Feliz Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90039
Check back here for more information.
Arizona Concours d'Elegance 2027
A curated and judged exhibition of the world’s finest collector cars, the Arizona Concours d’Elegance is a celebration of automotive excellence that highlights January in Arizona. The Concours, held at the newly renovated Scottsdale Civic Center, is a non-profit event that benefits the arts and local artists and Make-A-Wish Arizona.
The Concours invites more than 100 select rare and exotic automobiles to be considered for judging and exhibition, with the best among them earning class awards and the coveted Best-of-Show.
More than 150 volunteers support this event as well as judges from the United States, Canada, and Europe. The event has welcomed spectacular cars from some of the finest collections across the United States as well as Europe, South America and Canada.
For more information and tickets click here.
Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance 2027
Details are being tuned up So gear up here for the latest.
San Marino Motor Classic 2027
Buy tickets online here: San Marino Motor Classic tickets
Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance 2027
Click for details: Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance
Hershey Swap Meet and Car Show
Find details at this link: Hershey Swap Corral and Car Show
“Route 66: The Main Street of America” Movie Screening
Los Angeles Theater
Downtown Los Angeles
Tickets are available for purchase by using the following link: https://mainstreetofamerica.myeventscenter.com/event/Los-Angeles-Ca-Screening-Route-66-The-Main-Street-131483
SoCal Region Annual Membership Meeting
Please join us for our annual Membership Meet on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at the Conzonire Collection in Pasadena. Joe and Janice Conzonire have generously agreed to open the doors of this world-class assemblage for our SoCal Region. The collection features an extensive array of Brass Era automobiles including numerous examples of very early horseless carriage transportation. The Conzonire family has participated for many years in the Horseless Carriage Club of Southern California Holiday Excursion, San Marino Motor Classic, Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance and the Tournament of Roses Parade among other venues. If you have watched the parade in person or on television/streaming, you have probably seen Joe transporting a dignitary in one of his cars. Now is your opportunity to see the collection in person, which includes Buick, Holsman, Pierce-Arrow, Rambler, Sears and Thomas Flyer, among others with some surprises.
Times and directions: The collection is located at 86 Eloise Ave., Pasadena, 91107. Plan to arrive at 9:30 a.m. for our usual morning socializing with coffee and donuts. Doors will open at 10:00 a.m. when you will be able to begin exploring what is in store. There will be a brief “State of the Region” meeting at 11:00 a.m. to recap the past year, announce annual election results and provide a preview of plans for the upcoming year. Lunch will follow the meeting, from “The Hat” in Pasadena featuring a variety of sandwiches, salad, sides and beverages.
Registration: Cost for this tour with lunch is $25 per person. Please register online by clicking here.
Registration deadline: Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
Questions? Contact Gary Carr, email: rastro61@aol.com or 213.924.1932 mobile.
Hilton Head Island Concours d'Elegance
For up to date information Click here: Hilton Head Island Concours d'Elegance
Cars, Bikes & Coffee Show, "Hispanic Heritage & Fall Fun."
The next free, family-friendly Cars, Bikes & Coffee Show at the American Honda Collection Hall will be on Saturday, October 17 with the theme "Hispanic Heritage & Fall Fun."
We'll have a Mariachi Band, traditional Mexican dance recital, kids Trick-or-Treat, Halloween/Dia de los Muertos costume contest, and '60 Twist dance contest. There'll be child, adult, and group categories for the costume and dance contests.
As always the event will feature a live DJ, free coffee, free museum entry, exhibitors, vendors, a food truck, Starbucks, merch store, special exhibits, and all the cool cars and bikes attendees will bring.
Special display vehicles will include:
2026 Honda Powered Aston Marten F1 car
1996 NSX GT2 Le Mans car
1986 Honda Powered Williams FW11 Nigel Mansel F1 car
1970 N600 Baja racecar
1968 S800 RSC racecar
The official start time of the show is 9:00 a.m. but gates open at 7:30 a.m. for those who want to get the prime display spots. The show averages 2,600 people and 1,300 vehicles so it’s best to arrive early.
The address is American Honda Motor Co., Inc., 1919 Torrance Blvd., Torrance, CA 90501 but entrance to the show is at the north end of the facility at Main Street off Harpers Way.
Learn more on our Facebook page: Facebook Event: Cars, Bikes & Coffee Show - Fall Fun & Hispanic Heritage Theme
Hershey Swap Meet and Car Show
Find details at this link: Hershey Swap Corral and Car Show
Big 4 American Luxury Car Show and Picnic
Sunday, October 4 - Big 4 Potluck Picnic, hosted by the Lincoln & Continental Owners Club (LCOC) with SoCal Imperial Owners Club, the SoCal Cadillac & LaSalle Club, Packards International and the Earle C. Anthony Packard Club, and our CCCA/SoCal Region. Mason Regional Park, Irvine.
The Distinguished Gentleman’s Drive
Thousands of classic car owners in cities worldwide will dress dapperly, take their cars out for a scenic drive, and raise money for men's health. It's called The Distinguished Gentleman's Drive, and every dollar goes to Movember's work in prostate cancer and men's mental health. This is an additional opportunity for our members to attend automotive-related events beyond our own Region events. If interested in participating in the Los Angeles area drive, please use the following link for more information and to sign up: Los Angeles CA | The Distinguished Gentleman's Drive
Ironstone Concours d'Elegance
The 30th anniversary event of Ironstone Concours d’Elegance will be held on the 1100-acre estate of the Ironstone Vineyards Winery and Historic Museum in Murphys, California; in the heart of the famous 1849 California Gold Rush. The show features over 300 period-correct automobiles through 1973 including classic, vintage, antique and race cars, vintage trailers and commercial/military vehicles as well as agricultural engines and a display of modern exotic cars. Unique to Ironstone is the Pre-1920 race car rides on a dirt track, Amphicar rides in the lake and a race car engine start.
The event will feature a new addition of speaker forums for both race cars and classic cars with industry leadership addressing the spectators. For more information and tickets go to: https://ironstoneconcours.com/events/
Forest Lawn Museum: “California Visionaries: The Lives and Legacies of Walt Disney and Hubert Eaton” Special Exhibit and Brunch at Smokehouse
Join us on Sunday, September 20, for a unique and limited-time exhibition at Forest Lawn Museum in Glendale. We will begin our visit in the Hall of Crucifixion – Resurrection, adjacent to the Museum. There will be a 20-minute presentation and then we move on to the Museum. There we will experience a special exhibit paying tribute to two influential figures with lasting influences in Southern California – Walt Disney and Dr. Hubert, Eaton, founder and inspiration for Forest Lawn Memorial Parks. Then we go to Smokehouse for brunch.
Route 66 Centennial Classic Car Show
Registration is officially open for Route 66 Centennial Classic Car Show September 20th Pasadena Elks Lodge 400 West Colorado Blvd. 7:30 arrival 3:00 pm departure. Fill out the registration form at https://www.facebook.com/events/pasadena-california/route-66-centennial-classic-car-show/988600753779824/ and mail it to our PO Box and we'll get you registered. PDF registration form on the club's featured tab. For information contact Michael Ryan at mikeonthemike@yahoo.com.
Great cause! Our 50/50 is set up where 50% goes to ticket winner and 50% goes to Elks Veteran Fund. Come on out to the show!
La Habra Chamber of Commerce Patriot's Day Car Show
Patriot Day Car Show, La Habra Area Chamber of Commerce, Saturday, September 5, 2026, 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with an exciting community event featuring classic and custom cars, food vendors, car show awards, and photo opportunities.
4300 N. Harbor Blvd., Fullerton, CA 92835
Vehicle Move-In: 7:00 a.m.
For more information and participation, contact La Habra Area Chamber of Commerce, (562) 697-1704.
Tri-Region Grand Classic
The Indiana,Ohio and Michigan Regions, is proud to invite all members and their families and friends to attend the 2026 Tri-Region Grand Classic atthe historic French Lick Springs Hotel in beautiful southern Indiana. The iconic French Lick Springs Hotel, with its grand architecture, reached its height of elegance during the same Classic Era that produced many of the Full Classic automobiles we treasure today.
Walking through the hotel is like stepping back into the golden age of American travel—an ideal setting for a CCCA Grand Classic. While the automobiles take center stage during the judging, family members and friends will have no shortage of ways to enjoy themselves before, during, and after the Grand Classic!
For event, registration and hotel information, click here: https://www.classiccarclub.org/events/382
Americana Car Show: A Celebration of Revolutionary Machines
The International Printing Museum in Carson, CA, is hosting Americana Car Show: A Celebration of Revolutionary Machines on Saturday, July 11, from 10am to 4pm.
Guests can experience history in motion with the classic automobiles and antique printing presses that helped drive the nation forward in a one-of-a-kind celebration of American independence and ingenuity.
Admission: $15 Adults, $12 Students/Seniors, or $45 Family Pack (up to 4 people)
Tickets, car registration & more info available here: www.printmuseum.org/events
Morningside Retirement Community 4th of July Celebration
10:00am - 11:00am
Classic Car Show Parade around the perimeter of the community followed by a Marching Band.
Cars & Clubs can park after the parade, if time permits.11:30am - 3:00pm
Traditional 4th of July BBQ for the Residents
Dining Room and Outside Patio
Morningside Retirement Community
800 Morningside Drive
Fullerton CA 92835
Line up begins at 9:00am at 2525 Brea Blvd, Fullerton (this is the back side of the community).
They will provide food and beverage including coffee for everyone to enjoy prior to the parade.
Questions: contact Richelle 714.315.0141
San Dimas Classic Car Display
The San Dimas 2026 Committee would like to personally invite your club and its members to participate in the 2026 Classic Car Display during San Dimas’ historic July 3, 2026 celebration honoring the 250th Anniversary of American Independence and the City of San Dimas’ 66th Birthday.
This once-in-a-generation community celebration at Civic Center Park in SanDimas will feature a full day of patriotic entertainment, live music, family activities, food, and an incredible 400-drone light show finale lighting up the night sky.
The celebration will include:
• Patriotic Opening Ceremony
• 1st Division Marine Corps Band
• Mountain Fifes & Drums in Revolutionary War uniforms
• Live performance by the rock band Wrecking Crew
• Classic Car Display
• Food Vendors & Community Booths
• Beer Garden
• Farmers Market
• Children’s Activities & Games
• Celebration Birthday Cupcakes for the City of San Dimas
• Spectacular 400-Drone Patriotic Light Show Finale
We are currently seeking:
• Classic Cars
• Muscle Cars
• Vintage Trucks
• Unique American Builds
Vehicle participant check-in begins at 3:00 PM SHARP, and all display vehicles must remain until after the evening drone show and the streets are reopened.
Click here for the official event flyer and click here for the vehicle entry form with complete participation details.
For additional information or questions, please contact:
sandimas2026committee@gmail.com
(909) 667-2721
www.sandimas2026.com
Thank you for helping us make this unforgettable celebration a success.
The Great Race -Rt 66 from Chicago to Pasadena
There’s no question that the camaraderie among Great Race participants is the most incredible aspect of the event. No matter your background, culture or chosen race vehicle, the playing field is totally equal when you consider the reason all these racers come together. It’s all about spending time with like-minded folks, and getting to know one another in a grand journey across our United States. Ordinary car guys are treated as celebrities and heroes, signing autographs and answering countless questions from people who greatly admire their efforts in this wonderful race to commemorate the centennial of Rt 66, the race will follow Rt 66 from Chicago to Pasadena.
Go to www.greatrace.com for more information.
San Marino Motor Classic 2026
Buy tickets online here: San Marino Motor Classic tickets
CCCA Museum Hidden Treasures Experience
Save the Date for the 2026 Hidden Treasures Experience!
The Hidden Treasures Experience promises to bring friends old and new together for a wonderful weekend celebration, sharing beautiful cars and unforgettable stories of the Classic era! This year's show field is a place for all sorts of Hidden Treasures- unrestored automotive barn finds, cars with notable ownership histories, as well as stunningly restored cars with their own stories to share- all are welcome at this years event!
The show weekend will be a great time to check out the museum's new exhibit: Hidden Treasures - Classics Preserved in the Shadows of War.This exhibit will tell the stories of three vehicles hidden away from the Nazi's in different parts of Europe during WWII by recreating the environments they were secretly kept.
In keeping with our Hidden Treasures theme, the museum is thrilled to welcome as our featured guest renowned automotive journalist, author, and "barn find hunter" Tom Cotter to this years event.
Mr. Cotter's books and popular Hagerty YouTube series tells the stories of forgotten classic cars, a pursuit stemming from his early experiences as a mechanic, salesman, and PR professional in the racing industry. After running the successful Cotter Group PR agency, Tom shifted focus to writing and his passion for automotive archaeology, publishing numerous books, including his popular In The Barn book series, celebrating some of the most interesting stories of automotive hidden treasures across the United States.
Invitations and registration forms are in the mail and online registration is open now! Click here to register for the event today!
Click here for schedule information and for registration.
2026 Far West Grand Classic
The 2026 Far West Grand Classic is scheduled for the last weekend in May, once again staged at the Allegretto Vineyard Resort in Paso Robles, the site of our successful 2023 event.
The event planning team encourages you to book your room early to take advantage of the favorable room rates that have been negotiated for this weekend. The room rate of $389 is the same as 2023’s rate, but space is limited.
Make your reservations today by calling our Sales Coordinator at Allegretto, Helena Mason. Her direct line is (805) 369-2510 and her email is hmason@allegrettoresort.com. Be sure to mention the Classic Car Club of America.
A day-by-day schedule and event registration form will be distributed shortly but planned events will take advantage of touring opportunities through the wine country plus visits to nearby Hearst Castle and the Estrella Warbirds Museum.
Great dining opportunities are available in Paso Robles and nearby Cambria and Cayucos. The Saturday display and judging of Classic Cars takes place onsite at the Allegretto Resort followed by evening the awards presentation and banquet.
THE ALLEGRET TO VINEYARD RESORT • (805) 369-2500 • 2700 BUENA VISTA DRIVE • PASO ROBLES, CALIFORNIA 93446
For questions or more information, please email ClassicCarClubSoCal at: info@socalccca.org.
Benedict Castle Concours
Welcome to “The Car Guy’s Car Show”—where passion meets horsepower! The Benedict Castle Concours brings together every corner of the car world to celebrate the beauty, power, and artistry of automotive design. From jaw-dropping Concours classics to rumbling muscle cars, wild exotics, killer customs, tricked-out trucks, blazing motorcycles, and more, this is where dreams on wheels come to life.
🏆 Dozens of trophies awarded to vehicles of all types, showcased on the stunning grounds of Benedict Castle, the crown jewel of the Inland Empire. This is no ordinary venue—the terraced lawns and castle backdrop create a breathtaking stage to display automotive perfection. Whether you’re snapping photos or just soaking it all in, the setting is as unforgettable as the cars themselves.
Why This Show Is Different
This isn’t just a car show—it’s a celebration of people, stories, and transformation. Behind every car is a story, and behind this event is a mission: lives being changed through Teen Challenge. Get ready for an emotional ride as you connect with the students whose lives are being restored. Every dollar raised by this event goes directly to Teen Challenge.
The stars align for this event with unpaid Car Guy Celebrities turning out in droves! Last year, legends like Chip Foose, Linda Vaughn, Joji Barris, Rick Dore, Allen Grant, Danny Thompson and Mike Brewer from Wheeler Dealersjoined the fun—and this year, we’re raising the bar! The 2025 Co-Grand Marshals are none other than Barry and Karen Meguiar.
Event Highlights
🎙 Celebrity Panel & Autographs
Catch Mike Brewer and other Car Guy legends live on stage, sharing stories and insider insights from the car world. Get their autographs on exclusive memorabilia during the session!
🥂 Petersen Museum VIP Pavilion
Upgrade your day with VIP treatment! Enjoy a gourmet breakfast and lunch, unlimited food and drinks, and hang with Car Guy celebrities in a stunning setting overlooking the Concours.
🌟 Nethercutt Museum High Tea & Fashion Show
It’s not all about the cars! Treat yourself (or your plus-one) to an elegant High Tea and fashion show inside the historic castle. This unique experience is pure class!
🏰 Benedict Castle Tours
Explore the history of this iconic venue! Climb the legendary circular staircase from The Hunchback of Notre Dame, and learn about its storied past in over 100 movies.
🎉 Auctions & Raffles
Bid on rare automobilia, artwork, and once-in-a-lifetime experiences! Every dollar raised goes toward helping people find freedom from addiction.
Show Off Your Ride!
Act now to register your ride for this year’s show! Space is limited, so don’t miss out on being part of this legendary event.
Mark Your Calendar
📅 Sunday, May 18, 2025
⏰ 9 AM – 3 PM
🏆 Trophies for Cars, Trucks, and Motorcycles in every genre: Classics, Kustoms, Domestics, Exotics, Hot Rods, and more!
Don’t Miss the Saturday Night Gala – May 17, 2025
Rub shoulders with automotive legends and gear up for the ultimate car weekend while we honor Co-Grand Marshals Barry and Karen Meguiar. Seating is VERY limited!
Ready to experience the best car show on the planet? Grab your tickets now and secure your spot at this unforgettable event!
CCCA Heritage CARavan
Metro’s Heritage CARavan
250th Anniversary of the U.S.
May 11-17, 2026 - Pocono Mountains, Pennslyvania
As we celebrate America’s 250th Birthday, Metro’s CCCA Heritage CARavan brings you back to where the CCCA began—at the Skytop Resort in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania, where we start and end our tour.
Please join us for a wonderful adventure from the coal mines of Scranton to Washington’s Crossing and the battlefield of Princeton to returning to the CCCA’s roots in the Poconos, we have planned a very exciting CARavan for you that includes important car collections, historical and cultural surprises and the amazing camaraderie that makes CCCA CARavans so special.
For hotel, registration and event details click here: https://www.classiccarclub.org/events/388
Premire West Coast Pre-War Swap Meet - Bakersfield
The premier pre-war antique auto, truck, engine swap meet (Sponsored by The Bay Area Horseless Carriage Club) is taking place May 1st and 2nd 2026. This is the Westcoast’s longstanding event to find the items you need to complete your project! We invite you to the 2026 Bakersfield Swap Meet at Minter Airfield in Shafter, CA. Save the date! May 1st and 2nd, 2026. Please see the website for details and registration. https://bakersfieldswapmeet.org/
2026 Arizona Spring Tour - Route 66 Williams - Kingman - Laughlin
Join the Arizona Region members for a memorable spring driving tour along historic Route 66, featuring classic Arizona scenery, iconic roadside stops, museums, and relaxed camaraderie. This carefully planned three day tour is designed for enjoyable driving, excellent meals, and unique experiences well-suited to classic motorcars.
Dates: Tuesday–Thursday, April 21–23, 2026
Total Distance: Approximately 575 miles
Total Activity Cost: $100.00 per person - Cavern tour, boat cruise, theatre show, and museums
For more information and hotel registration information: click here
Questions? Call, text or email John Ulrich at +1.651.528.9744 johnulrich_55123@yahoo.com or Harry Clark +1.602.245.7200 harry@classic.bz
“Harley, Cadillac and Me” Presentation and Flying A Garage Tour
We have a rare opportunity to visit a prestigious collection of automobiles with associated automobilia coupled with a presentation about automotive pioneer and General Motors designer Harley Earl, including the journey of passion by one of our own SoCal members. We will welcome the Cadillac LaSalle Club, Lincoln and Continental Owners Club, Earl C. Anthony Region Packard Club and Rolls-Royce Owners Club joining us for the tour.
“Harley, Cadillac and Me” – member and noted historian Richard Stanley will provide introduction and background illustrating Harley Earl’s life, designs and influence, followed by a premiere presentation and preview documenting his passion for Cadillac – the re-creation of a 1938 Cadillac 60 Special convertible sedan. GM Styling designed and built two of these cars in 1938 as prototypes, neither of which survive today. Richard’s research, attention to detail and historical accuracy has led him on a 30-year adventure nearing completion with this one-of-a-kind special commission to be shown for the first time at San Marino Motor Classic on June 14.
“Flying A Garage” – member Aaron Weiss will welcome us to the “Flying A,” one of the most noteworthy collections you may ever have the opportunity to view. Cadillac, Chrysler, Duesenberg, Horch, Marmon, Mercedes-Benz and Rolls-Royce are among the marques you will see in this feast for the eyes.