The Big Wednesdays Car Show is running weekly in Orange County, California. The new spot is The Hive Sports Bar in Anaheim. Organizing is MAC Speed Shop so you can expect to see their handy work on display often.  If not always. But this is an informal car meet. So all types of cars and trucks are welcome. Whatever you have to show off and talk about. Plus any stage of project in [...]

Cajon Cruise Nights returns to El Cajon for its 2026 season, bringing a weekly lineup of classic cars and themed evenings that take over downtown every Wednesday from May through August. The atmosphere leans into a traditional cruise night setup, where entire blocks are lined with parked classics, polished builds, and rotating themes that give each week its own character. It’s not just a quick [...]

Beach City Classics Car Meet rolls into Huntington Beach as a weekly gathering built around classic cars, familiar faces, and the kind of easy local atmosphere that keeps people coming back. Attendees can expect a relaxed weekday-night meet with a strong community feel, where the pace is casual, and the focus stays on the cars, the conversation, and the people behind them. This isn’t the kind of [...]

Angelo’s Rockabilly Car Meet is rolling into Anaheim with a midweek slice of old-school drive-in culture mixed with classic rock and roll energy. This one leans heavily into a nostalgic Southern California night scene, where vintage steel and chrome line up under neon signs and glowing storefront lights. Expect a strong showing of 1950s and 60s-inspired classics, hot rods, cruisers, and [...]

Barrett-Jackson’s Collector Car Auctions return with three major events scheduled across cities throughout the United States in 2026! Held across several major U.S. markets, these auctions bring together a wide range of collector vehicles in large, walkable venues where attendees can view cars up close before they cross the auction block. Expect an extensive mix of classics, muscle cars, trucks, [...]

Chatsworth Cars And Coffee events are rolling weekly in Los Angeles County, California. Happening at Earl's Donuts on Devonshire Street. The Thursday morning gatherings are informal. Yes, Thursday morning! So plan on playing hooky or massaging your work schedule to accommodate accordingly. With pastries looking absolutely artful. This one is definitely worth a stop. And if you're able to throw [...]

La Mesa’s 32nd Classic Car Show & Music Event is rolling back into La Mesa Village for 2026 with a summer-long cruise night built around classic cars, live music, and downtown energy. This one has that familiar Southern California evening feel where the cars, storefronts, music, and foot traffic all work together. Visitors can stroll La Mesa Boulevard and catch a mix of classic cars, trucks, and [...]

The Filthy Buggers Air-Cooled Car Meet is rolling into Woodland Hills for 2025! This weekly gathering celebrates the best of air-cooled culture, with everything from vintage VW Bugs and Buses to classic Porsche and Corvair builds. Right at the corner of Ventura Boulevard and Topanga Canyon Boulevard, in front of The Container Store and FedEx, the meet has become a familiar sight in Los Angeles [...]

The Good Vibes Breakfast Club continues its weekly Friday gatherings high in the San Gabriel Mountains above Los Angeles. Held at Newcomb’s Ranch along Angeles Crest Highway, this mountain-top meetup has become one of Southern California’s most unique weekly automotive traditions. Reaching the location requires a spirited, but always safe, drive up Highway 2, a stretch known for its elevation [...]

Barrett-Jackson’s Collector Car Auctions return with three major events scheduled across cities throughout the United States in 2026! Held across several major U.S. markets, these auctions bring together a wide range of collector vehicles in large, walkable venues where attendees can view cars up close before they cross the auction block. Expect an extensive mix of classics, muscle cars, trucks, [...]

Cruise Night & Pizza is rolling into Riverside for 2025! This monthly tradition keeps the streets lively and the community connected, offering the perfect mix of cars, culture, and great food. Happening at Pizza Plugg in Riverside, California, this event draws a diverse range of vehicles, from classic lowriders with detailed chrome work to custom builds and modern rides. It’s a showcase of [...]

Cruzin’ the Lagoon is rolling into Redondo Beach for 2026 with a recurring Friday afternoon cruise built around marina views, good cars, and an easy summer rhythm. This one feels intentionally relaxed, which is part of the appeal. Instead of a trophy-heavy car show or a packed competition setup, the focus is on all vehicle makes and models, a waterfront backdrop, and the simple fun of spending a [...]

Bob’s Big Boy Classic Car Show is cool.  Like, Hollywood is cool. Because you never know if Jay Leno or someone like him might be stopping by. But it’s also cool because it’s been happening for a long time.  And as such it’s taken on a personality of its own.  Regulars show up and mingle early.  But everyone is welcome and car lovers with or without cars come and go from 4 PM in the afternoon [...]

Bob’s Big Boy Northridge Car Cruise events are rolling weekly! Not to be confused with the similar location and time in Burbank [https://www.idrivesocal.com/series/bobs-big-boy-classic-car-show-weekly-burbank-ca/].  Offering a bit more space, the Northridge location has the same great grub.  And cool car guy (and gal) camaraderie! Roll in at 4:00 PM and stay until the crowd dwindles.  Which [...]

Fuel Pump Fridays Car Cruise is rolling weekly in Los Angeles County. Taking place in Santa Clarita at the Route 66 Classic Grill.  All types of cars are welcome.  Like many ‘cruise’ events this is more of a cruise in.  Or, an informal car show.  Because there isn’t an actual cruising route or multiple destinations involved. However, Friday nights at the Route 66 Classic Grill is all the [...]

The Main Street Classic Car Show is cruising through Garden Grove every Friday night! Attendees can expect a relaxed, walkable car show atmosphere with a strong community feel, a rotating lineup of classics, and plenty happening beyond the cars. The organizers list weekly live music, raffle tickets, opportunity drawings, games, and prizes, keeping it lively for families and anyone looking for a [...]

Cruise At The Beach is bringing something back that used to be a regular part of Southern California car culture: getting behind the wheel, rolling out with friends, and actually cruising together instead of parking and calling it a day. That distinction matters because this is not a traditional car show or cars and coffee. The cars are moving. The entire point is to enjoy the drive. [...]

Wheels and Whoppers Car Meet rolls into Los Angeles as a recurring Friday night gathering that brings together local enthusiasts for a simple mix of cars, conversation, and casual evening hangout energy. Attendees can expect a relaxed weekly meet atmosphere with a familiar neighborhood feel, the kind of setup where people can stop by after work, walk the lot, and spend time around a changing [...]

Cars & Stripes Forever is rolling into San Pedro for 2026 with classic cars, motorcycles, live music, and a harborfront celebration wrapped in patriotic summer-night energy. This one has a bigger festival feel than a standard car show. The mix of classic cars, motorcycles, food trucks, a beer garden, live entertainment, and fireworks gives the evening a full waterfront rhythm, with plenty [...]

Hot Rods and Hose is rolling into Simi Valley as a recurring last-Friday car meetup! Attendees can expect a relaxed end-of-week cruise-in where the lot fills with a rotating mix of cars, people catch up, and the vibe stays simple and friendly. It’s the kind of meet where you can pull in after work, take a slow lap through the lineup, and actually have time to hang out, talk builds, and meet [...]