# Event Details - **Event Name**: Car Show Registration - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 03:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Pre-registration for the 2026 Downtown Arlington Classic Car ShowAbout this EventIMPORTANT UPDATE: DATE CHANGENEW DATE: Saturday, September 26, 2026Experience the thrill of timeless automobiles at the 2026 Downtown Arlington Classic Car Show. Explore a curated collection of classic cars, enjoy live music, and taste offerings from local food vendors.PLEASE READ: If you are a First Responder , Senior (65+) or Veteran - Register for FREE using promo code at registration. To receive the promo code, contact damc@downtownarlington.org or call .Click "Get Tickets" to register your carDowntown Arlington Classic Car Show RegistrationDate: September 26, 2026 - 9:00AM - 3:00PMLocation: Vandergriff Town Center (200 N. Mesquite Street)Beneficiary: Entry fees benefit the Arlington Police Foundation.Registration Requirements:Eligibility: All vehicles must be built on or before 1980. Vehicles that do not meet this requirement will be denied entry and refunded.Pre-Registration Only: Due to public safety - no walk-ups allowed on the day of the show, all cars must be pre-registeredDeadline: Thursday, September 24th at 12:00 PM (Noon)Multi-Car Entry: If entering more than one vehicle, you must complete a separate registration for each.Schedule for Participants:Load-in: 7:00 AM – 8:30 AMHard Cut-off: No entries allowed past 8:45 AM per safety permit requirements, regardless of prior registration.Public Show Hours: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PMAwards Ceremony: 2:15pmRegistration Fees & Discounts:First Responders , Seniors (65+) & Veterans: Register for FREE using promo code at registrationTo receive the promo code, contact damc@downtownarlington.org or call .Judging & AwardsVehicles are expected to be in “enthusiast” condition. Newer stock vehicles are not eligible. Preference is given to models that are unmodified or use period-correct parts; basic cosmetic changes (wheels, stereo, engine dress-up) are acceptable. Replica and kit cars will not be included in judging.Judging Process:Decade Categories: Registered cars are judged within their respective decades: ’20s/’30s, ’40s, ’50s, ’60s, and ’70s.Top 10: Judges select 1st and 2nd place vehicles from each decade to form the event’s overall Top 10.Best of Show: The judging panel determines the overall 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners from the Top 10 finalists.Specialty Awards: Mayor’s Choice (Pro-Tempore), People’s Choice, Best Story, and Best Hometown Car.Judges: A diverse panel of industry experts and local leaders, including specialty judge Mike Ames from Arlington Today.Awards & Prizes:Trophies: Best of Show winners will receive custom-made trophies and prizes.Plates: Top 10 winners receive a commemorative license plate.Gift Certificates: Mayor’s Choice, People’s Choice, Best Story, and Best Hometown Car winners will receive gift certificates and special recognition.Media Features: All winnters will recieve post-event print and social media recognition. Winners of "Best Story" and "Best Hometown Car" will be featured in a future issue of Arlington Today Magazine.Grand Prize: Announced at Show! - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/arlington/car-show-registration/100001980402667690 - **Event Categories**: car-shows, music, live-music, entertainment - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 2 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 6 hours - Location: Vandergriff Town Center - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 25, max: 28.52, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Arlington - **state**: TX - **country**: United States - **location**: Vandergriff Town Center - **lat**: 32.73856269999999 - **long**: -97.1064813 - **full address**: Vandergriff Town Center, East Front Street, Arlington, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Car Show Registration - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/f9327b2d08e0b04eed945395068c1b37cb18416105c63d767642aa0e8c77aa12-rimg-w1200-h800-dc050505-gmir.jpg?v=1781074547 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Car Show Registration being held? - **A:** Car Show Registration takes place on Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Vandergriff Town Center, East Front Street, Arlington, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Car Show Registration? - **A:** Car Show Registration is organized by Downtown Arlington Management Corporation. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Car Show Registration is ideal for car enthusiasts, auto fans, and anyone passionate about classic, exotic, or custom vehicles. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Arlington, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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