Cypress Car Show Chili Cook-Off | 2026 | Orange County, CA
Cypress Chili Cookoff and Car Show is rolling into Cypress with a full park-day blend of classic cars, food culture, and community celebration.
This one brings a lively mix of a traditional car show and a chili cookoff festival, where rows of classic cars, customs, hot rods, and trucks share space with cooking tents and tasting stations. The atmosphere feels active from the start, with families moving between food vendors, music setups, and vehicle displays spread across the park grounds. It is the kind of event where the smell of chili and the sight of polished chrome sit side by side.
Organized around the 45th anniversary of the chili cookoff and the 70th anniversary of the City of Cypress, the event carries a strong community identity. Guests can expect cooking competitions, awards, live entertainment, and a steady flow of activity throughout the day. The mix of automotive showcases and food-focused competition gives it a broader appeal than a standard car show, drawing both local residents and car enthusiasts.
Set at Oak Knoll Park in Cypress, Orange County, the venue provides a wide open park setting that fits both the car display layout and the festival setup. Expect a diverse lineup of classic American cars, lowriders, muscle cars, and custom builds alongside cooking booths and vendor rows. The park environment allows for easy walking between sections, making it a comfortable all-day visit.
This event feels like a true community gathering where food, cars, and local tradition come together in one shared space. For anyone who enjoys car shows with a festival twist and a strong local identity, Cypress delivers a relaxed but engaging weekend experience.
Cypress Car Show Chili Cook-Off - Orange County, California
Date: Saturday, September 26th, 2026
Location: Oak Knoll Park, 9600 Graham St, Cypress, CA 90630
Starts: 12:00 PM
Ends: 7:00 PM
Admission: HERE
Vehicle Registration: HERE
*Please note: iDriveSoCal is not hosting this car show. To learn more contact Cypress Car Show Chili Cook-Off organizers HERE. Including details about attending and displaying your car. Also about becoming a car meet vendor or sponsor.
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