Laguna Hills Annual Car Show | 2026 | Orange County, California
Laguna Hills Car Show is rolling back into Orange County with a family-friendly afternoon built around cars, music, and local community energy.
This one has a clean, classic community-show feel. Cars, trucks, and motorcycles are all part of the mix, so the rows should have enough variety to keep people moving from one section to the next. With live music from The Common Chords, food and drinks, exhibitors, and free admission for spectators, it sounds like the kind of event where families can walk around easily while car fans take their time with the details.
Hosted by the Laguna Hills Chamber of Commerce, the sixth annual show brings a nice balance of local business support and car show fun. Registered vehicles are eligible for trophies in categories like Best in Show, Most Unique, Best Truck, Best Convertible, Best American Muscle Car, Best Motorcycle, People’s Choice, and Participant’s Choice. There is also an opportunity drawing with prizes from local businesses, which should add a little extra buzz as the afternoon goes on.
Happening at Laguna Hills Mall in Orange County, the setting gives the show a familiar local gathering point with room for both vehicles and exhibitor booths. Expect classic cars, American muscle, trucks, motorcycles, convertibles, original interiors, and a few more unusual builds that make the trophy categories feel interesting. The mall setting also helps make the event easy to enjoy at a casual pace, whether someone is there for the cars, the music, or just a relaxed afternoon out.
Bring the family, grab a drink, and take a slow walk through the lineup before voting for a favorite. Laguna Hills Car Show feels like the kind of chamber event that works because it keeps the cars front and center while still giving the whole community something to enjoy.
Laguna Hills Annual Car Show – Orange County, California
Date: Saturday, May 16th, 2026
Location: Laguna Hills Mall, 24155 Laguna Hills Mall, Laguna Hills 92653
Starts: 4:00 PM
Ends: 7:00 PM
Admission: Free
Vehicle Registration: HERE
*Please note: iDriveSoCal is not hosting this car show. To learn more contact Laguna Hills Annual Car Show organizers for more information HERE. Including details about attending and displaying your car. Also about becoming a car meet vendor or sponsor.
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