Indiana 2026 Car Shows
Upcoming Indiana Car Shows for 2026
July 19, 2026
Hammond, Indiana — Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. and the Hammond Parks & Recreation Department are proud to announce the 22nd Annual Festival of the Lakes: “Rod, Custom & Bike Show”, taking place on Sunday, July 19, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Wolf Lake Aquatic Play Center at 2100 Calumet Ave in Hammond.
This popular annual event welcomes hot rods, classic cars, and custom motorcycle enthusiasts from across the region to showcase their vehicles and connect with fellow collectors and fans. As part of the long-running Festival of the Lakes, the show continues to be a highlight of the city’s summer programming.
Vehicle registration is open to the public. Pre-registration is $15 per vehicle and can be completed in advance at the Hammond Civic Center. Day-of registration is $20 (cash only) and will be available from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM on the day of the event.
Attendees can enjoy a full afternoon of entertainment and activities, including a live DJ, dash plaques for participants, door prizes, awards, and food and concessions.
The Rod, Custom & Bike Show reflects the City of Hammond’s continued commitment to community engagement, family-friendly programming, and celebrating automotive culture.
For additional information, please contact Hammond Parks & Recreation at 219-853-6378 or visit www.festivalofthelakes.com.
August 8, 2026
August 21-22, 2026
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27th Annual Dave Kunkel Cruise-In
Date/Time: Friday, August 21st (3 pm - 9 pm), Saturday, August 22nd (9 am - 3 pm)
Location: Honeywell Center in Downtown Wabash (275 W Market St, Wabash, IN 46992)
Website: www.facebook.com/KunkelCruise
Registration: Online or day-of in person
$25 (one day), $40 (both days)
Online Registration: www.eventbrite.com/e/the-dave-kunkel-cruise-in-tickets-1981573642106
August 28, 2026
August 30, 2026
October 10, 2026
October 10, 2026 - (Indianapolis, IN 46239) Troop 219 3rd Annual Car Show. Acton United Methodist Church. Open to all years, makes, models, trucks, Jeeps, motorcycles, classics, muscle cars, hot rods, customs, antiques, and specialty vehicles. Show held at 5650 Senour Rd., Indianapolis, IN. Registration 9:00am-11:00am. Show 9:00am-2:00pm. Judging begins at 10:30am. Entry fee $20 pre-registration through September 30, $25 day of show, $15 additional vehicles from same household. Awards include Best of Show, Top 30, People's Choice, Scouts' Choice, Best Motorcycle, and more. Dash Plaques for the first 150 registered vehicles. FREE spectator admission and parking. Silent Auction with 30+ items, concessions, famous Dutch Oven Cobbler, family-friendly event. Rain Date October 17, 2026. Proceeds benefit Scouting America Troop 219 and help fund Scout activities, including Summer Camp. Contact: (317) 696-5339, T219CarShow@gmail.com. 5650 Senour Rd., Indianapolis, IN 46239
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