The American Car Show | 2026 | Bakersfield, CA
The American Car Show is rolling into Bakersfield for 2026!
Expect a wide-open, all-makes show day that mixes cars, trucks, and bikes in one place, with a friendly “bring the whole crew” feel. The day is built around browsing the lineup, grabbing food, catching music, and sticking around for the fun parts that keep people engaged, raffles, prizes, trophies, and a 50/50 opportunity drawing that adds some extra energy as the show goes on.
Organized by the Mopars of Bakersfield Car Club, this event is community-focused with proceeds benefiting the local Ronald McDonald House. It’s held at the Bakersfield KOA Journey site, spectators are free to attend with free parking, and vehicle entry is structured as a donation-style registration with a pre-registration option and a day-of option at the gate.
Happening at Bakersfield KOA Journey, 5025 Wible Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93313, the setting gives the show a spacious layout that fits a mixed lineup of cars, trucks, and motorcycles without feeling cramped. As a KOA-hosted venue, it’s set up to be easy to navigate, park, loop through the rows, then break for food, music, and the raffle table before taking another lap.
So, if you’re looking for a Bakersfield car show that stays inclusive to all makes and models and ties the day to a clear local cause, The American Car Show is a solid Central Valley stop to keep on your radar.
The American Car Show - Kern County, California
Date: Saturday, May 9th, 2026
Location: Bakersfield KOA Journey, 5025 Wible Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93313
Starts: 10:00 AM
Ends: 3:00 PM
Admission: Free
Vehicle Registration: HERE
*Please note: iDriveSoCal is not hosting this car show. To learn more contact The American 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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