The Pismo Beach Car Show is a highly regarded classic car and street rod exhibition held over three days. The event occurs in and around the Pismo Beach Pier and expands throughout the downtown area of Pismo Beach on the West Coast.
Every year, on the third weekend of June, an auto show showcases over 1000 classic cars and street rods. This event attracts thousands of visitors who relish the vehicles, the sunshine, and the scenic Pismo Beach.
Pismo Beach Car Show show events include Car Show & Shine, “Cruise Night,” a parade of classic cars along Cabrillo Highway in downtown Pismo Beach.
Experience live entertainment and marvel at classic cars and street rods showcased in a massive tent on the beach. The Pismo Beach Pier parking lot boasts numerous food vendors, auto accessories, and product booths. Don’t miss the opportunity to snag special discounts and deals several vendors offer during the car show.
Typical weather for Pismo Beach in June is coastal fog in the morning, clearing by early afternoon. Hotels will fill up fast for this event, but plenty of rooms are nearby in San Luis Obispo. Plan on lots of walking and lots of people watching.
Are you a car enthusiast or a street rod fan? The Pismo Beach Classic is the perfect event for you! This fun-filled three-day event is free, but finding parking can be a bit of a challenge. It is highly recommended to arrive early to secure the best parking spots. If you arrive late, be prepared to walk a mile or more to get to the show.
This vast car show is open to all makes, models, and years of cars, emphasizing classic and hot rods. Judging is based on a scoring system in that points are awarded based on attention to detail, interior, engine compartment, undercarriage, etc.
Over 150 trophies each year, plus “Gold Class” cars handpicked and competing for the Platinum Award. Along with the car show comes many added attractions that weekend, like shopping in downtown Pismo and wineries within just miles of Pismo.
Along with the car show, there is a Thursday night Gala Event inside the Hot Rod Bar & Grill Tent by the Pier Lot. Friday & Saturday Surf & Turf gourmet dinner is also in the Hot Rod Bar & Grill Tent.
Pismo Beach Classic Car Show started as a small meet-up to display hot rods and classic cars. The event has become a colossal show covering much of downtown Pismo Beach.
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