Classic car enthusiasts gearing up for car show circuit in Minnesota, North Dakota this summer
May 9—From muscle cars to Model T's, speedsers to vintage, the chrome is getting shined up and motors revved as classic car lovers are ready to hit the open road. Classic car shows and cruises are aplenty around Minnesota and North Dakota this time of year. Here are some to check out:
What: Stewie Cruisers
When: Fridays from May 3 to Sept. 27
Where: Stewartville, Minnesota
Information: The Stewie Cruisers are celebrating 20 years of cruising with several special events in 2024. For a full schedule, visit stewiecruisers.com/events.
What: Henderson Classic Car Roll-in
When: Tuesdays from May — Sept. 29 (except week of 4th of July)
Where: Henderson, Minnesota
Information: More than 250 vehicles and 100 motorcycles line the streets of downtown Henerson every week all summer long. For more information, go to the event Facebook page.
What: Cruise Night at the Country Stop
When: May 15, June 19, July 17, Aug. 21 and Sept. 18
Where: New London, Minnesota
Information: Come see 50 to 100 classic cars and hot rods that are displayed for everyone's enjoyment. If you have a classic car or hot rod, you can display your car at no charge, sign up for many door prizes or join in the evening cruises from 5 p.m. to dusk. Live music will performed each night as well. For more information, visit www.willmarlakesarea.com/event/cruise-night-at-the-country-stop/2024-05-15.
What: Jeff Hanson Memorial Car Cruise-In
When: Wednesdays from May 15 through Sept. 25
Where: Rochester, Minnesota
Information: The Rochester Eagles Club hosts weekly cruise nights and car shows throughout the summer. For more details, visit www.rochestermneaglesclub.com/car-shows.
What: Cruz In Forks-the downtown car show
When: The 4th Thursday of every month, May-Sept.
Where: Grand Forks, North Dakota
Information: Northern Cruz Club Cruz Night will be held at Culvers on the first three Thursdays of the month, beginning at 6 PM. The fourth Thursday will be "Cruz In Forks-the Downtown Car Show" which will be held starting at 5 PM each 4th Thur. with parking on 3rd St. in GF and on Riverboat Rd. in EGF. Info: Marna: 218-791-0459
What: Garden and Gasoline
When: May 19, June 16, July 21, Aug. 18, Sept. 22 and Oct. 25
Where: Rochester, Minnesota
Information: This monthly car show at the Garden Indoor Skatepark and Coffee Shop includes all makes and models of vehicles, including overland builds and bikes. For more information, visit the Facebook page at www.facebook.com/gardenandgasoline.
What: Cruise Night
When: June 2, June 23, July 7, July 21, Aug. 4, Aug. 18 and Sept. 1
Where: Audubon, Minnesota
Information: Pit 611 hosts a cruise night every other Sunday throughout the summer from 4 to 7 p.m. The event is open to anyone and everyone with a vehicle they wish to show off, and free to the public. For more information, visit thepit611.com/entertainment.
What: Cruise DL Night
When: June 12, July 10, Aug. 14 and Sept. 11
Where: Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
Information: Every month between June and September, on the second Wednesday, vintage cars are invited to park up and down West Lake Drive between 4 and 8:30 p.m. The event is hosted by the Detroit Lakes Chamber. More information available on its Facebook page at www.facebook.com/cruisedlnight.
What: First City Cruise-Ins
When: June 15, July 20, Aug. 17 and Sept. 21
Where: Bemidji, Minnesota
Information: The Paul Bunyan Vintage Auto Club will host First City Cruise-Ins from 5 to 8 p.m. at Lueken's South, 609 Washington Ave. S. The events will include antiques, collectors, new electric and late-model vehicles and many more. There is no cost to attend or participate.
What: Bemidji Armory Car Show
When: May 18
Where: Bemidj, Minnesota
Information: All cars, trucks and motorcycles are welcome at this relaxed, cruise-in car show. Donations for the food shelf are encouraged, but not required. For more information, visit the event page at www.facebook.com/events/s/bemidji-armory-car-show/931234218678532.
What: Spring Fling Car Show
When: May 26
Where: St. Anna, Minnesota
Information: The Mid-Minnesota Motor Heads will host the third annual event at a new location, Shady's Sunset Bay. Registration begins at 10 a.m.; the show is scheduled for noon to 3 p.m. For more information, visit the event page at www.facebook.com/events/938002494656359.
What: Devil's Run Car Show
When: May 31 through June 2
Where: Devil's Lake, North Dakota
Information: For a full schedule of events, or to register for "North America's Hottest Car Show," go online at www.devilsruncarshow.com.
What: Pequot Lakes Cherry Car Show
When: June 1
Where: Pequot Lakes, Minnesota
Information: The 16th annual swill take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Trailside Park, at the corner of Patriot Avenue and Main Street. Hosted by the Pequot Lakes-Breezy Point Lions Club, the show is free to spectators. There will also be a craft fair in the park. Preregistration to show a car is $10. Registration on show day is $15 starting at 7 a.m. For more information, call 218-821-2496 or email info@plbplionsclub.com.
What: Classic Car Show
When: June 1
Where: Willmar, Minnesota
Information: The Salvation Army of Kandiyohi County will host the 2024 show from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at its facility, 521 4th St. SW in downtown Willmar. To register, contact kandi.tetzloff@usc.salvationarmy.org.
What: Eddie Cochran Car Show & Music Festival
When: June 8
Where: Albert Lea, Minnesota
Information: Celebrating the life and music of Albert Lea native Eddie Cochran, the annual festival is full of music and classic cars. More details can be found on the event's Facebook page.
What: Rods and Hogs
When: June 8
Where: Jamestown, North Dakota
Information: The Downtown Jamestown Association presents a car show beginning at 1 p.m. For more information or to register, visit www.jamestowndowntown.org.
What: Show N Shine and Swap Meet
When: June 30
Where: Alexandria, Minnesota
Information: The Alexandria Vintage Car Club presents the 36th annual event from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Douglas County Fairgrounds. For more information, visit the organization's Facebook page at www.facebook.com/VintageCarClubOfAlexandria.
What: Kolar Chevrolet Buick GMC Cadillac Classic Car Show
When: Wednesday, July 10
Where: Duluth, Minnesota
Information: Part of downtown Duluth's Sidewalk Days, this classic car show kicks off the 3-day festival that spans a large chunk of Superior Street. For more information, go to the event page.
What: Fins and Films
When: July 12-13
Where: Spring Valley, Minnesota
Information: Fins and Films will present its "Night of Fire" with the Pixar movie "Elemental" on July 12 at 9 p.m. Grass drag races are scheduled to begin at 11:30 a.m. July 13, followed by the car show from 1 to 5 p.m. in downtown. For more information, go to the event page at www.facebook.com/FinsandFilms.
What: Babe's Buurnout Car Show
When: July 12-13
Where: Bemidji, Minnesota
Information: The second annual show will return to the Sanford Center parking lot with vendors, food trucks, a kid zone, live music and more. All car spaces for participants are available on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, visit www.thesanfordcenter.com/events/detail/2nd-annual-babes-burnout-car-show.
What: Roddin' Round the Lake
When: July 13
Where: Alexandria, Minnesota
Information: The Central Lakes Cruzers present the 32nd annual event at the Osakis Sports Complex. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m.; awards will be announced at 1:30 p.m., followed by a car parade. For more information, visit the event page at www.facebook.com/events/7583129551779851.
What: Classic Car Show
When: July 20
Where: Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
Information: A classic car show will be held as part of the Northwest Water Carnival from noon to 3 p.m. in City Park on July 20. There is a button $10 entry. More information can be found online at www.dljaycees.com/water-carnival.
What: Classic Car Show
When: July 20
Where: Willmar, Minnesota
Information: A car show will take place prior to the Willmar Stingers baseball game against the Bismarck Larks at Bill Taunton Stadium. The show will be open from 5 to 7 p.m.; the game starts at 7:05 p.m. and will be followed by a fireworks display. All car show participants will receive two tickets and a meal. For more information, visit www.willmarlakesarea.com/event/cruise-night-at-the-country-stop/2024-05-15.
What: Buffalo Days Classic Car Show
When: July 27
Where: Jamestown, North Dakota
Information: The Jamestown Classic Car Club presents a car show as part of the annual Buffalo Days, hosted by the Jamestown Area Chamber of Commerce.
What: Tyler Shipman Memorial Car Show
When: July 27
Where: Frazee, Minnesota
Information: The 15th annual car show will take place in downtown Frazee. The show is open to all makes, models, years and kinds of vehicles, including ATVs. Registration begins at 9 a.m., the show opens at 10 a.m., and trophies will be awarded at 2:30 p.m. More information can be found online at www.tylershipmanmemorialcarshow.com.
What: Northern Cruisers Weekend of Wheels Car Show
When: July 26-27
Where: Grand Rapids, Minnesota
Information: The Northern Cruisers are doing it up again for the 39th year of the Weekend of Wheels, happening at Yanmar Arena. The event includes more than 200 classic cars, 200 vendor booths, a swap meet, entertainment and concessions. For questions, email weekendofwheels@hotmail.com. For more information, go to the event page.
What: Becker County Fair
When: Aug. 7-10
Where: Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
Information: For more information, visit www.beckercountyfair.com.
What: New London to New Brighton Antique Car Run
When: Aug. 10
Where: New London, Minnesota
Information: The Antique Car Run is open to all vehicles from 1908 or earlier, or to vehicles with one- or two-cylinder, steam, or electric engines — including motorcycles — up to 1915. The 2024 event will be the 38th annual 120-mile run. For more information or to register, visit www.antiquecarrun.org.
What: Run to the Rapids
When: Mid-August
Where: Park Rapids, Minnesota
Information: The annual event is hosted by the Northern Knights Car Club. More information can be found online at northernknightscarclub.org/register-rod-run.
What: The Pantowners Annual Car Show & Swap Meet
When: Sunday, Aug. 18
Where: St. Cloud, Minnesota
Information: The annual event is the is the largest one-day car show and swap meet in Minnesota. More information can be found on its event page.
What: Pumpkin Fest
When: Sept. 28
Where: Lake Park, Minnesota
Information: Go online for more details at its Facebook page at www.facebook.com/people/Lake-Park-Pumpkin-Fest/100064250816542.
