The Merriam Community Center is open 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 2. All other City facilities are closed.
Next date: Saturday, September 14, 2024 | 10:00 AM to 04:30 PM
Since 2001, this annual event, held rain or shine, draws thousands of spectators as well as over 250 classic cars, hot rods, street rods, antique cars, trucks, and custom motorcycles. Held high above Turkey Creek in beautiful downtown Merriam at the Merriam Marketplace, activities of the day include music, door prizes, and concessions.
All car show entries have a chance to win the Grand Prize drawing of a $4,000 gift certificate. Participants under 25 are eligible for the "Young Gun Award" - a $500 gift certificate. Have a great car story? Submit your story in 500 words or less by August 31 to be featured in the Car Show Calendar! The story will be used in various promotional opportunities throughout the year.
Register
Events of this nature are not possible without volunteers!
Volunteers help with registration, traffic control, and parking.
Volunteer Application
Thanks to our 2024 Sponsors!
2024 Food Vendors
Spectators are encouraged to park in the following locations:
5701 Merriam Drive (The former Irene B. French Community Center)Access parking from Kessler Lane
Waterfall Park, 5191 Merriam DriveFollow the Turkey Creek Streamway Trail to the Car Show.
Accessible parking is available at 58th Terrace and Hocker Drive.
Commitment Form
Merriam Marketplace, 5740 Merriam Dr., 66202, View Map
5740 Merriam Dr. , 66202
Free for Spectators
Pre-registration entry $25
Receive a dash plaque, t-shirt, and Car Show Calendar.
Day of Event entry $35
Subject to availability.
7:30 a.m. Parking lot opens
8 a.m. Pre-registration packet pickup
8 a.m.–2 p.m. Event day registration
3:30 p.m. Awards Ceremony
Award Winners(PDF, 188KB)
The story written by Richard Pururcker will be featured in the 2024 Calendar.
2023 Winning Story(PDF, 98KB)