October 4, 2026 | 10 am to 2 pm
This event will take place Rain or Shine!
Please note that all registrations are Non-Refundable
2026 Combat Air Museum
"Car Show on the Tarmac"
Online Pre-Registration
Get ready for an unforgettable experience as you showcase your ride on the tarmac of the legendary Combat Air Museum! After the show, seize the chance to snap a one-of-a-kind photo of your vehicle framed against one of the Museum's iconic aircraft. Satisfy your cravings with flavors from multiple amazing food trucks, browse unique finds from local vendors, and keep the energy high with music pumping from the DJ all day long!
Take your shot at glory with 1st and 2nd place honors in 11 exciting categories, the coveted Commissioner's Choice award, and a spot in the Top Twenty - 43 awards in all, celebrating the very best!
EXPANDED this year! Snag one of just 28 exclusive VIP spots and enjoy early 8 am entry, a free Car Show T-shirt reserved parking near an aircraft wingtip, and a complimentary lunch. Don't wait - these will go fast! (see the online VIP registration link above)
Your Car Show entry includes FREE admission to tour the Combat Air Museum (a $10 value) - the perfect way to add some history and excitement to your day! Pre-registration opens Friday August 28 for just $20 per vehicle and runs through Friday Sept 18. Miss the online deadline? No worries - you can still register the day of the show.
Schedule of Events
8:00 am: VIP & Pre-Registered Vehicle entry opens - North Gate (see map link below)
9:00 am: Day of Show Vehicle entry opens - South Gate (see map link below)
$25 cash (NO CREDIT CARDS) - No early birds (Active Base inside the gates, Strict Rules)
9:00 am: Museum doors open to the public:
Special Car Show Day Admission Prices:
Adults over 18 years of age $5 entry
Youth 5 - 17 years $4 entry
Youngsters under 5 years: Free
10:00 am: Show Begins - Event Opening and Welcome
10:00 am - 2 pm: Food Trucks and Vendor Exploration
11:00 am: Vehicle Entry to Car Show Closes (no exceptions)
12:30 pm Raffle Ticket Purchases End
1:00 pm: Raffle Ticket and Show Winners Announced
2:00 pm Car Show Ends and Photos with Combat Aircraft begins
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