Mile Square Cinco de Mayo Car Show | 2026 | Fountain Valley, CA

Cinco de Mayo Car Show BBQ is set to roll into Fountain Valley this May 2026!

The setup leans into a festival-style car show, where the lineup of vehicles shares space with a steady flow of music, DJs, and BBQ throughout the day. It’s the kind of event where the cars are just one part of the experience, with people moving between the show area, performance stages, and food spots as the day unfolds. Expect a mix of classic cars, lowriders, cruisers, and custom builds, all set against a more energetic atmosphere that carries from late morning into the afternoon.

Put together by Let’s Dip OC, the event opens itself up to both car clubs and solo riders, giving it a broader, more inclusive turnout. Live performances from artists like Chicano Duke, Let’s Dip, and Santa Animals add to the draw, alongside DJ sets that keep the energy consistent throughout the day. The combination of music, cars, and BBQ gives the gathering a layered feel, where different parts of the event overlap without competing for attention.

Set at Mile Square Regional Park in Fountain Valley in Orange County, the location gives the event room to spread out in a way that suits its scale. The open park setting allows for larger vehicle displays while still accommodating stages, vendor areas, and space for people to move around comfortably. The turnout tends to reflect that openness, with a wide range of builds showing up, from polished classics and detailed lowriders to custom projects and group club displays.

Some car shows stay focused on the vehicles alone. This one builds around the atmosphere just as much, shaping a day that feels equal parts car meet, music event, and outdoor hangout tied together by the holiday theme.

Mile Square Cinco de Mayo Car Show - Orange County, California

Date: Sunday, May 3rd, 2026
Location: Mile Square Regional Park, 16801 Euclid St, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Starts: 10:00 AM
Ends: 5:00 PM
Admission: Free
Vehicle Registration: HERE

*Please note: iDriveSoCal is not hosting this car show. To learn more contact Mile Square Cinco de Mayo 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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