Car Shows in
Washington State

What is the biggest car show in Washington State?

The Goodguys 38th Griot's Garage Pacific Northwest Nationals in Puyallup (July 24 to 26, 2026) is the largest car show in Washington State. The three-day event draws thousands of entries including American classics, hot rods, custom builds, trick trucks, and muscle cars, plus a swap meet, burnout contest, and live entertainment.

Are there car shows near Seattle?

Yes. The Seafair Classic runs on Lake Washington Boulevard in August. The Greenwood Car Show takes place in the Greenwood neighborhood every June. Fenders on Front Street in Issaquah is a popular Father's Day show. And the Goodguys Nationals in Puyallup, about 35 miles south, is the biggest show in the state.

Are there car shows in Eastern Washington?

Eastern Washington has one of the richest car show calendars in the state. Spokane opens the season with the indoor Spokane Speed and Custom Show in April. The Yakima Valley hosts the Vintiques NW Nationals, Old Steel Car Show, and Yakima Valley Swap Meet. The Tri-Cities area has five events across spring and summer. Harrington, Walla Walla, and Richland round out the eastern calendar.

What is the best free car show in Washington State?

Most Washington car shows are free for spectators. The Vintiques NW Nationals in Yakima is free to attend and runs four days with food, live music, and racing. The Rod Run to the End of the World in Ocean Park is free and set on the Long Beach Peninsula coast. Cool Desert Nights in Richland is free and one of the longest-running shows in Eastern Washington.

What is the best destination car show in Washington State?

The Rod Run to the End of the World on the Long Beach Peninsula, Cruizin Chelan on the shore of Lake Chelan, Wheelin' Walla Walla in wine country, and the Concours de Maryhill in the Columbia River Gorge are the four strongest destination shows in the state. Each pairs a great car event with a genuinely memorable Washington travel experience.

Are there indoor car shows in Washington State?

Yes. The Spokane Speed and Custom Show (April 10 to 12) is Washington's largest fully indoor car show, filling eight buildings at the Spokane County Fair and Expo Center. The 10th Annual Show Ur Ride Super Show (September 27) moves inside to the Three Rivers Convention Center in Kennewick for its milestone year.

What is the best car show for families in Washington?

The Goodguys Pacific Northwest Nationals in Puyallup and the Dream Builders Car Show in Monroe both offer dedicated family programming. Car Show 4 Kids at the Washington State Fairgrounds (July 18) is a charity event open to all with free spectator admission. The Seafair Classic in Seattle pairs with the full Seafair weekend for an all-day family event.

Are there Mustang-specific car shows in Washington?

Ponies in the Sun, hosted by the Sun Country Yakima Valley Mustang Club, is Washington's dedicated Mustang show. It runs in late September in Yakima with a cruise-in at Major's Drive-In on Lincoln Avenue.

What is a concours and how is it different from a regular car show?

A concours d'elegance is traditionally a judged competition where vehicles are evaluated for originality, condition, and authenticity rather than customization or performance. Vehicles are typically presented on a manicured setting and assessed by marque experts. Worth noting: Washington's Concours de Maryhill takes its name from that tradition but operates differently. The show draws over 200 cars of a wide variety and awards trophies by popular vote from fellow entrants, not a judging panel. Spectators attend free. It is held October 3, 2026 at the Maryhill Museum of Art in the Columbia River Gorge.

How do I find out about car shows in Washington not on this list?

The Mopars Unlimited Seattle Facebook group maintains one of the most active community-sourced car show lists in the state. Local car clubs in your area are another reliable source. This guide is updated annually. If you know of a show that should be here, reach out.