Text on a black background that reads 'Best of Walla Walla Car Show 2026' in white, styled font.

An aerial view of a car show at a music festival with vintage and classic cars on display, tents, booths, and people walking around.

Shiny chrome, small-town charm, and a whole lot of horsepower—all wrapped into Music Fest Weekend.

Cruise into a showcase of the Valley’s favorite rides—from vintage icons and resto-mods to modern muscle, trucks, and bikes. It’s all part of Walla Walla Music Fest Weekend, with live music nearby, local vendors, and small-town hospitality. Bring the family, meet the owners, and cast your vote for People’s Choice.

Quick hits:

Family-friendly
People’s Choice voting
Awards & trophies
Food & vendor row
Nearby live music
New Games & Contests offered this year!

Decorative, customized bicycles on display at a music festival, with tents and people in the background.

Close-up of a bicycle handlebar decorated with a chain and various metallic objects, including a modeled can of Modelo beer and small metal containers, with colorful, decorated bicycles and dice in the background at a festival.

A display of vintage bicycles with chrome details and flags, set up at an outdoor fest with tents, classic cars, and people in the background.

Close-up of the front windshield of a vintage truck with a neon sign reading 'North Generations Car Club' inside. The background shows an outdoor event with tents and people.

Close-up of a vintage car engine with a red Coyote Duster air cleaner decorated with a cartoon coyote and chili peppers, inside an engine bay with various wires and components.

A row of vintage cars at an outdoor car show, with tents and people in the background on a sunny day.

A vintage black Chevrolet Bel Air car parked on grass at a music festival, with a blue and white vehicle behind it and an open hood revealing engine components.

Classic red open-wheel race car with no roof, exposed engine, and vintage design, displayed outdoors at a festival, with other vehicles and tents visible in the background.

Front view of a red vintage sports car with two American flags on the roof, placed outdoors in front of wooden and concrete structures, with a music festival and crash fest sticker visible in the lower right corner.

Front view of a red vintage sports car with pop-up headlights, set outdoors near a wooden fence.

Red car with a mural on the trunk depicting a firefighting scene with vehicles, firefighters, a helicopter, and fire in a mountainous landscape.

Red trike with military scene painted on the back, parked on grass at an outdoor car and bike show with people and other vehicles in the background under a clear blue sky.

Two older men are standing and talking at a car show, surrounded by vintage cars parked outdoors on a sunny day. One man is wearing a shirt with a palm tree pattern, a cap, and glasses. The other is wearing sunglasses, a yellow T-shirt, and camouflag

A blue vintage convertible car parked on a grassy area at a car show, with other vehicles and a large white building in the background.

A vintage Volkswagen Beetle with painted artwork on the hood featuring scenic landscapes and waterfalls, parked between other classic cars at a car show, with two men standing and one sitting under a blue canopy in the background.

Row of vintage cars at an outdoor event on a grassy field, with a blue sky and trees in the background.

Front view of a blue and white electric pickup truck at a car show, with a license plate from Washington state, surrounded by vintage and classic cars, at an outdoor event with people in the background.

A rustic, vintage car with a rusty, weathered exterior parked on grass at an outdoor event, with other classic cars and flags in the background.

Old rusty vintage car with a front grille and round headlights, parked on grass at an outdoor car show, with another vehicle visible in the background.

Vintage cars and decorative bikes on grass at an outdoor event, with a clear blue sky and trees in the background.

Lineup of classic cars with raised hoods at a car show on a grassy field, with a large building and festival signs in the background.

A red vintage muscle car with its hood open displayed outdoors at a car show, flanked by other classic vehicles, with people walking around and tents in the background.

The interior of a vintage car, showing a black steering wheel with an 'SS' emblem, classic gauges, and a dashboard with chrome accents. The car has a red exterior.

Front view of a red vintage Ford vehicle on a grassy field at an outdoor event with other cars and tents in the background

A red sports car with its hood open displays the engine at an outdoor car show. The car is a Mazda MX-5 Miata with silver racing stripes, and it is parked on a grassy area with other vehicles and people seen in the background.

Open car hood with two plush dolls inside, one dressed as a baseball player and the other as a farmer, at a car show event.

Black pickup truck with logos and stickers, parked on grass at outdoor event, trees and parking lot in background.

Rear view of a vintage black Chevrolet car with a Washington license plate, parked on grass during a car show, with other vintage vehicles and a large building in the background.

Vintage military jeep with American flags parked on grassy field at outdoor event under blue sky.

Close-up of the interior of an old, rusty car with a vintage dashboard and steering wheel, showing the car's worn-out and weathered condition.

Vintage cars on display at a car show, with a rusted, custom-looking car in the foreground and other classic cars behind it. People are walking around, looking at the cars on a grassy area during daytime.

Multiple red Route 66 gas pump trophies on a wooden display table at a car show with two round awards labeled 'Kids Choice' and 'Best of Show,' under a white canopy at an outdoor music festival.

A wooden plaque with the text '2025 Best of Show Walla Walla Crash Fest' surrounded by small souvenir keychains featuring the Route 66 emblem, placed on a table at an outdoor event.

Two automotive sculptures made from engine parts and a row of vintage gas station style toy amusement prizes, displayed on a wooden table at an outdoor event with tents and a park in the background.

Display of trophies and metal sculptures on a red flatbed truck at an outdoor event with tents and trees in the background.

A 1965 vintage blue Chevrolet Impala SS with its hood open, displayed at a car show on grass under a clear sky.

A 1965 light blue vintage Cadillac with its hood open, tilted forward, at a classic car show on a grassy field. Other classic cars are visible in the background, including a blue car with an open door, a red sports car with its hood up, and a dark re

A display of vintage cars at a car show, including a blue muscle car with its hood open, a blue classic car with its hood partially lifted, and a variety of children's bicycles and trophies on a grassy field under a blue sky.

A vintage Chevrolet van with a Mexican flag attached to it is parked on a grassy field at a car event during the daytime. Other classic cars and white tents are also visible in the background.

Lineup of vintage and classic cars parked on a grassy field at a car show or festival, with people walking around and tents in the background.

Aerial view of a car show at a music festival, featuring a variety of vintage and custom cars displayed on a grassy field with tents and food stalls in the background.

Event Schedule

DATE TBD — Registration Open

DATE TBD — TIME Roll-in & staging
TIME TBD - Show open to public
TIME TBD - People’s Choice voting ends
TIME TBD - Awards ceremony

A lineup of classic cars on a grassy field at a car show, with tents and a food truck in the background, and a few people walking around.

Awards & Classes

Final classes post closer to the event. Here’s the working slate:

Best in Show
People’s Choice
Best Classic (pre-’80)
Best Modern (’80–present)
Best Truck
Best Motorcycle
Best Paint
Best Interior
Best Engine Bay

Display of four vintage gas station pumps with Route 66 emblem, awards for 'Kids Choice' and 'Best of Show' at a music festival, under a white canopy during daytime.

Wooden award plaque with the text '2025 Best of Show' and 'Walla Walla Crash Fest' in front of a row of Route 66 keychain souvenirs at an outdoor event, with trees and tents in the background.

Red truck with trophies and robot sculptures displayed on its flatbed at an outdoor music festival.

Contests & Crowd Favorites

The Best of Walla Walla Car Show isn’t just about chrome and horsepower — it’s about having fun. Throughout the day, we’ll be hosting a variety of interactive contests that invite car owners, spectators, and families to jump in and be part of the experience.

Whether you’re showing a car, cheering on a friend, or just here for a good time, these contests add energy, laughs, and a little friendly competition to the day.

Fun & Interactive Contests

Expect a mix of lighthearted and high-energy competitions happening throughout the car show, including:

Donut Eating Contest
Hot Dog Eating Contest
Ice Cream Eating Contest
Tire Throw Contest

These contests are designed to be entertaining, spectator-friendly, and easy to join — no special skills required, just a sense of humor and a willingness to have fun.

How to Participate

Contest sign-ups will take place on-site
Participation is first-come, first-served unless otherwise noted
Specific rules, times, and age requirements will be posted at the event

Stay Tuned

Final contest schedules, prize details, and any additional competitions will be announced closer to the event date.

Whether you’re here for the cars, the competition, or the memories — the contests are where the crowd comes alive.

Plan your visit

Accessibility — Paths of travel are paved/level where possible; accessible parking details will be posted.

Seating & Shade — Limited seating available; personal folding chairs welcome.
Restrooms — Portable restrooms on site; accessible unit(s) available.
Weather — Rain or shine; safety adjustments may be posted day-of.
What to Bring — Sunscreen, comfortable shoes, camera

People playing cornhole at an outdoor fair or festival with tents, cars, and trees in the background on a sunny day.

Sign reading "You Matter" in front of a patriotic banner with soldiers, and people in the background at a festival.

FAQ

Is there a cost to attend the car show?
Spectator info posts with the full Music Fest schedule. Some features may require tickets; veterans programs are highlighted all weekend.
Do veterans get in free?
Walla Walla Music Fest honors veterans with free admission to designated Music Fest programming. Details post soon.
Are pets allowed?
No Pets allowed.
Can I leave and re-enter?
Re-entry policy will be posted closer to the event.
How do People’s Choice votes work?
Ballots will be available during show hours; voting ends before awards.

A smiling woman in a yellow T-shirt handing a corndog at a food truck called Honey Dog, with condiment bottles, soda cans, and a neon 'Open' sign visible.

Vendors & Sponsors

Local food, drinks, and makers will be on site. If you’d like a booth or sponsorship placement, we’d love to partner with you.

Become a Vendor

Sponsor the Show