Nice sunny days and warm weather sets the scene for many upcoming car shows on Long Island. Car enthusiasts, collectors and buffs won’t want to miss out on these upcoming automobile shows taking place on the Island. Especially with car shows offering a peek under the hood of antique, custom, classic, exotic, luxury and other types of cars, trucks, and motorcycles too! Get in gear & make your way over to one of these motor shows happening near you!
Saturday, June 18th from 8 AM – 2 PM
AutoMat Customizing & Restoration’s 60th Anniversary Car Show
69 Hazel St., Hicksville, NY 11801
516-938-7373
Free Event
AutoMat is recognized by SEMA as Trimmer of the Year, a leader in auto restoration and customizing and more! Stop by an enjoy a show of 300+ customs, antiques, exotics, sports and luxury cars and trucks. AutoMat Girls will also be present for photos, as well as a DJ and food vendors. The rain dates are June 25 and July 7.
Sunday, June 19th from 9 AM – 4 PM
Father’s Day Car Show, Swap Meet, and Motorcycle Ride
Merrick Train Station, Merrick, NY 11566
$2 Per Person or $5 Per Family – Dads Free
On top of getting a view of some amazing cars, participate in a swap meet and motorcycle ride. The event benefits the Nassau County Sheriff’s COBA Widows and Children’s fund! Vendors will be present and the first 200 cars will receive brass dash plates.
Saturday, June 25th from 10 AM – 4 PM
4th Annual Car Show Presented by Shelter Island Historical Society
Saint Gabriel’s Meadow at Burns Road and North Cartwright Road, Shelter Island, NY 11964
631-749-0025
$10 / Under 6 Free
Over 50 collectible cars and trucks, as well as vintage trucks will be featured. This year’s show theme is American Muscle Highlighting the Fast and Beautiful Machines of the 60’s and 70’s. Rain date is June 26th.
Monday’s (June 27th – August 29th) from 5 PM – Dusk
Hot Ride Mondays 2016
Pennysaver Amphitheater, 1 Ski Run Lane, Farmingville, NY 11738
$10 Per Carload and Full Concession/Refreshments Available
This weekly car show on Long Island happens all summer long on Monday’s from June 27th to the end of August. It’s the largest weekly car meet on Long Island.
Sunday, July 3rd from 10 AM – 3 PM
Revved Up For a Cure
Stony Brook Cancer Center, 5 Edmund Pellegrino Road, Stony Brook, NY 11794
631-638-0004
$20 Per Person
Celebrity judge Ralph Macchio and the original 1947 Karate Kid Ford coupe will be on site at this car show to benefit men’s cancer program.
Sunday, July 10th – Monday, September 5th from 10 AM – 5 PM
Motorcycles and the Open Road Exhibit
WMHO Educational & Cultural Center, 97P Main Street, Stony Brook, NY 11790
$5 Per Person / $3 Children Under 12
WMHO is hosting this exhibit for the third year. Back by popular demand, the exhibit features new collections, memorabilia, an outdoor car showcase, speakers, artwork and more on “Motorcycles and the Open Road.” Here’s your chance to see the evolution of the motorcycle from a 1904 Rambler to the popular 1975 Triumph, and much more! On opening day, ABATE of New York (American Bikers Toward Education) will also be present to promote motorcycle safety and awareness.
Sunday, July 10th from 9 AM – 4 PM
BFCU Classic Car Show & Vendor Fair
899 South Oyster Bay Road, Bethpage, NY 11714
516-297-8352
Free Event
This large classic car show is accompanied with a live band and great food for a fun time! Trophies will also be handed out to winning classic cars. All money raised from the event goes to Last Hope Animal Shelter. Rain date is July 17th.
Sunday, July 10th from 8 AM – 3 PM
Custom and Classic Car Show For The Sunrise Fund For Children’s Cancer
Airport Plaza, Multiplex Theater Front Parking Lot, Route 110, East Farmingdale, NY 11735
631-747-0147
$5
The 6th Annual Custom Classic Car Show is presented by Knights of Columbus – Our Lady of Grace Council 11968 to benefit Stony Brook University Children’s Hospital Cancer Center. There will be People’s Choice Awards for Best in Show, First, Second, Third and Children’s Choice Trophies. The event also features live music, raffles, goody bags, vendors and food.
Sunday, July 10th from 9 AM – 3 PM
Summer Corvette Judged Show
Huntington Chevrolet, 1072 E. Jericho Turnpike, Huntington, NY 11743
631-312-3886
Free For Spectators / $30 For Judged Cars / $10 For Displays
It’s all about the Corvette at this judged show. Come enjoy the beautify sight of many outstanding Corvette sports cars!
Sunday, July 10th from 9 AM – 2 PM
Vintage Road Rally
LIE Exit 58 Park & Ride, Route 495, Exit 58, Islandia, NY 11749
631-513-0089
$40 Per Car / $30 PCA Members
This event is presented by Metro Porsche Club of America. Special awards are presented to cars in top place in experience and touring rally classes.
Sunday, July 24th from 9 AM – 10:30 AM
4th Annual Kick Stands Up Motorcycle Poker Run
VFW Post 4927, 31 Horseblock Road, Centereach, NY 11720
631-47-7242 x1329
$20 Pre-registered Motorcycle and Cars / $10 All Passengers
Join hundreds of veterans and their families for this event that’s complete with bikes as well as custom and classic cars, live music, and food and drinks. Proceeds from this event benefit Suffolk County United Veterans, an organization that provides housing and support services to homeless veterans.
Saturday, July 30th from 8 AM – 4 PM
NY AutoFest at The Westbury Market Fair
The NYCB Theatre Parking Lot, 960 Brush Hollow Road, Westbury, NY 11590
516-882-5022
$5 Car Show Spectator / $20 Per Show Car / Free For Kids Under 12
This gigantic car show features some of Long Island’s most impressive automobiles in over 40 different classes. Hundreds of vendors are also on site as the event is held in conjunction with the Westbury Market Fair.
Every Wednesday Thru October 26th from 4:30 PM – 9 PM
The Milleridge Inn Custom Car Show
585 N.Broadway, Jericho, NY 11753
516-317-7729
Free Event
Enjoy fun for the whole family at the Milleridge Inn Custom car Show! There will be a special Cruisin’ Menu at The Milleridge Inn plus plenty of vendors in addition to the car show itself!
Every Monday in August from 5 PM – 9 PM
Hot Ride Mondays 2016 at Pennysaver Amphitheather
1 Ski Run Lane, Farmingville, NY 11738
$10 Per Car Load
This weekly car show is a not to be missed event for motor heads living on, or near, Long Island! Full concessions and refreshments will be available.
Sunday, August 7th
Sayville Summerfest 2016 Car Show
Green Avenue and Gillette Avenue, Sayville, NY 11782
631-567-5257
Free Event
Come out to this summertime festival to view beautiful cars all on display for your viewing pleasure – rain or shine!
Thursday, August 11th, August 25th & September 1st from 5 PM – 9:30 PM
Alive on 25 Classic Car Show
Main Street, Riverhead, NY 11901
Free Event
Not only will you get to see a wonderful classic car show, but you’ll get to enjoy live music, browse vendor booths, taste local wines, art exhibitions and much more as well!
Saturday, August 13th from 10 AM – 3 PM
10th Annual Southampton Antique Auto Show
Rogers Mansion, 17 Meeting House Lane, Southampton, NY 11968
631-283-2484
$5 or Free For Members
Some of Long Island’s premier auto collectors will have on display vehicles from the teens through the sixties at the Rogers Mansion grounds. Stop by and see more than 30 antique and classic automobiles! Also present will be a restored antique Southampton firetruck.
Saturday, August 13th from 11 AM – 4 PM
Vintage Car Show & Motorcycle Display at Stony Brook Community
216 Christian Avenue, Stony Brook, NY 11790
631-751-0574
$20 Suggest Donation for Participants
Head on down to this vintage sports car and motorcycle display at the Stony Brook Community Church!
Saturday, August 20th
Hampton Bays Fire Department Benevolent Association’s 3rd Annual Car Show
69 W Montauk Highway, Hampton bays, NY 11946
631-953-1656
$20 Car Entry Free / $5 Spectator Fee / Free For Kids Under Age 12
Cruise on over to this 3rd annual car show that benefits the Hampton bays Fire Department Benevolent Association. There will be free breakfast and lunch for drivers, Best in Show, peer and spectator trophies and music!
Sunday, August 21st from 11 AM – 4 PM
Antique and Classic Car Show at the Vanderbilt Museum
180 Little Neck Road, Centerport, NY 11721
631-854-5579
$7 Adults / $6 Students with ID & Seniors 62 and Older / $3 Children 12 and Under
Head to the Vanderbilt Museum to view over 50 classic and antique cars which will all be displayed on the Vanderbilt lawn overlooking Northport Bay.
Sunday, August 28th from 10 AM – 4 PM
American Legion Post 803 Car Show at Southold American Legion Post 803
51655 Main Road, Southold, NY 11971
631-765-5319
$20
Check out a collection of hot rods while you enjoy a live band, swap meet, food truck fare and more!
Sunday, August 28th from 10 AM – 5 PM
Wantagh Summer Festival at Wantagh LIRR Station
Sunrise Highway (between Oakland Avenue & Beech Street) Wantagh, NY 11793
516-644-5615
Free Event
Don’t miss out on this custom and classic car show by East Coast Car Association and NY Autofest at the Wantagh Summer Festival! Be sure to check out the giant craft fair, live music, inflatable kids rides, food and other fare at the festival too!
Sunday, September 11th from 9 AM – 4 PM
Kiwanis Club of Copiague Annual Classic Car Show
Tanner Park at Kerrigan Road, Copiague, NY 11726
516-647-2754
$10 Car Registration in Advance / $15 Day of Show / $6 Spectators
This judged car show features 40 classes and will include live music, raffles, and refreshments. All makes and models are welcome. The rain date is September 25th.
Sunday, September 18th from 11 AM – 4 PM
Gold Coast Concours / Bimmerstock Exotic Car Show at Village Square
1 School Street, Glen Cove, NY 11542
516-726-2801
Free Event
Take a look at hundreds of rare and exotic cars at this car show benefiting the Diabetes Research Institute. There will be live music, food and other fun for the whole family!
Saturday, September 24th from 11 AM – 5 PM
Fall Fest Car Show – Fall Family Festival Fundraiser at Biodex Medical Systems
20 Ramsey Road, Shirley, NY 11967
631-924-9000
Spectators Free / $20 Donation For Show Cars
Benefiting Suffolk County Make-A-Wish, this car show featuring all types of models, years, types and styles of vehicles will be a fun-filled day of live bands, kids crafts, food vendors, bounce houses and, of course, awesome show cars!
Sunday, September 25th from 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM
AHRC Suffolk’s Annual Car Show Fundraiser
2900 Veterans Memorial Highway, Bohemia, NY 11716
$20 For Show Vehicles / Free For Spectators
Make your way over to this car show fundraiser featuring food, refreshments, raffles, t-shirts and of course a great car showcase!
Saturday, October 1st from 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM
3rd Annual Vettes & Jets Corvette Show at American Airpower Museum
1230 New Highway, Farmingdale, NY 11735
$10 Per Adult / $8 Per Senior 65+ / $5 Per Child Ages 4-12 / Free Children Under 4
Vette lovers won’t want to miss out on this show organized by members of Long Island Corvette Owners Association. View many generations of corvettes among the American Airpower Museum’s collection of vintage war planes.
Sunday, October 9th from 8 AM – 4 PM
New York AutoFest Hicksville FD Hose Co. 4 BBQ & Car Show at Sears Auto Center
195 N. Broadway, Hicksville, NY 11801
516-882-5022
$5 Spectators / Free Children Under Age 12
Open to all cars, trucks and motorcycles, this car show and BBQ cook-off competition will feature special awards, live music, food, door prizes, a craft fair and more!
Saturday, November 12th from 9 AM – 4 PM
New York AutoFest Thanksgiving Car Show & Food Drive at Syosset Woodbury Park
7800 Jericho Turnpike, Woodbury, NY 11797
516-882-5022
$5 Adults / Free for Children Under Age 12
Come check out cars for a good cause at the New York Autofest Thanksgiving Car Show benefiting Island Harvest. From muscle cars, to hot rods to customs and classics. Those showing vehicles please bring at least two non-perishable food items for admission or pay $10 at the gate if you don’t bring any non-perishables.
Photo by Nick Fullerton via Flickr.
