714 Day Car Show | 2026 | Santa Ana, CA

714 Day Car Show rolls into Downtown Santa Ana with a different kind of vibe than the typical evening car meet. Instead of focusing only on what's parked outside, this gathering blends Orange County car culture with music, local identity, and a celebration of the 714 area code that so many locals proudly call home.

You'll still find cars as part of the evening, but the atmosphere leans more toward a community hangout than a traditional show field. Funk, hip hop, cumbia, and classic house-party tracks help set the mood while enthusiasts mingle throughout the night. It has the feel of an event where conversations flow just as easily as the music, and where the cars become part of a bigger celebration rather than the entire attraction.

Hosted by Wasted Days and Wasted Nights, the event also features an exclusive merchandise release from The County Project, adding another local touch to the night. With no cover charge and a 21-and-over format, the gathering keeps things casual while giving Orange County enthusiasts a place to celebrate the culture that surrounds the cars as much as the cars themselves.

Taking place at La Santa OC in the heart of Downtown Santa Ana, the location fits naturally with the event's personality. The surrounding Arts District has long been one of Orange County's busiest spots for food, nightlife, and creative culture, making it a fitting backdrop for a gathering that mixes custom cars, music, and local pride. Whether you arrive in a classic lowrider, a custom cruiser, a muscle car, or something completely different, the evening is built around enjoying the scene together.

Not every car event is about awards or polished rows of vehicles. Sometimes it's simply about celebrating where you're from with people who appreciate the same culture. If 714 means home to you, this feels like the kind of night that captures that spirit without trying too hard.

714 Day Car Show - Orange County, California

Date: Tuesday, July 14th, 2026
Location: La Santa OC, 220 E 3rd St Basement, 224 E 3rd St, Santa Ana, CA 92701
Starts: 7:00 PM
Ends: 12:00 AM
Admission: HERE
Vehicle Registration: HERE

*Please note: iDriveSoCal is not hosting this car show. To learn more contact 714 Day Car Show organizers HERE. Including details about attending and displaying your car. Also about becoming a car meet vendor or sponsor.

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