Motte Museum Father's Day Car Meet | 2026 | Menifee, CA
Father’s Day at the Motte Museum is rolling into Menifee with a calm, family-style morning meet built around coffee, donuts, and classic cars in a museum setting.
This one carries a relaxed, easygoing feel from the start. It is the kind of gathering where people show up early, grab something to eat, and slowly make their way around the grounds while checking out a mix of classic cars, vintage builds, and weekend cruisers. The pace is not rushed at all, and it leans more toward a simple walk-around car show where conversations happen naturally and the cars stay parked long enough for people to really take them in. With coffee and donuts available while supplies last, it keeps things simple and familiar in that classic Southern California morning meet style.
The Motte Historical Museum keeps the event grounded in community and tradition, and that shows in the way it is set up. It is not a high-pressure show or a loud cruise night. It feels more like a steady local gathering where families, enthusiasts, and longtime visitors come together for an easy celebration of Father’s Day. Admission stays free, and the focus stays on connection, cars, and a relaxed museum atmosphere that fits the setting well.
Set in Menifee in Riverside County, the museum backdrop gives the meet a different kind of character compared to a typical parking lot event. The historic ranch-style setting adds personality to the lineup, especially for vintage cars and classics that fit right into the space. Guests can expect a mix of older American models, restored builds, and local show cars that reflect the long-standing Southern California car culture in a more traditional environment.
This museum has also been known for hosting larger community events like the Big Barn Classic Car Show, which has already taken place but remains part of its growing calendar of automotive gatherings. Attendees who enjoy this Father’s Day meet may want to keep an eye out for future updates from the museum since events like these tend to return with similar energy and format. Overall, it is a simple, steady gathering that fits the setting well and keeps the focus on cars, people, and an easy Sunday rhythm.
Motte Museum Father’s Day Car Meet - Riverside County, California
Date: Sunday, June 21st, 2026
Location: Motte Historical Museum, 28380 U.S. HWY 74, Menifee, CA 92585
Starts: 10:00 AM
Ends: 4:00 PM
Admission: HERE
Vehicle Registration: HERE
*Please note: iDriveSoCal is not hosting this car show. To learn more contact Motte Museum Father’s Day Car Meet organizers HERE. Including details about attending and displaying your car. Also about becoming a car meet vendor or sponsor.
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