Goshen Cruise-in Car Show

Friday, July 7, 5 – 9 p.m.

Register to Participate

Join us for Celebrate Goshen Cruise- In Car Show as a part of the July First Fridays event.

Showcase your vehicle, access prime parking, and enter your car as a contestant for awards!

$15 – January 1 – June 23, 2023 – Early Bird Discount 50%

$30 – June 24 – July 5, 2023 – Full Price Registration

$30 – July 7 – Day-of-Registrations (On-site only) – Not Eligible for Awards

Deadline for online early bird registration is Friday, June 23. Deadline for pre-registration is Thursday, July 6.

Car Show Categories and Awards

Antique (Sponsored by Tom Naquin Chevrolet-Cadillac-Nissan)
Classic (Sponsored by Tom Naquin Chevrolet-Cadillac-Nissan)
Muscle (Sponsored by Tom Naquin Chevrolet-Cadillac-Nissan)
Import (Sponsored by Tom Naquin Chevrolet-Cadillac-Nissan)
Custom (Sponsored by Tom Naquin Chevrolet-Cadillac-Nissan)
Motorcycle (Sponsored by Janus Motorcycles)
People’s Choice (Sponsored by GNC Customs)
Best of Show (Sponsored by GNC Customs)

Celebrate Goshen Car Show Schedule

  • 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. – Arrive and Park
  • 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. – Showcase and Judging
  • 8:00 p.m. – Winners Announced at Main Stage
  • 9 p.m. – Exit

Car Show Rules

  • Vehicle must run independently (no towing)
  • No broken or chipped glass
  • Vehicle must be free of leaks and other major mechanical issues that may leave behind hazardous materials
  • Vehicle must arrive between 4 and 5:30 p.m. and remain parked until 9 p.m.
  • No burnouts
  • No judge bribery
  • Assigned vehicle number must be fully visible at all times
  • This is a rain or shine event – no refunds

Car Show Etiquette

  • Vehicle interior should be clean and free of debris
  • No hate speech or politically affiliated stickers or decor (American flags are great!)
  • No props or decor outside the vehicle
  • You are welcome to bring a chair to sit beside your vehicle
  • Be kind!
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Thank you July First Fridays Sponsors!

City of Goshen, Indiana Goshen HealthMiller PoultryCommunity Foundation of Elkhart County
Elkhart County CVBGlobe Radio 91.1 FMFroggy 102.7Goshen Chamber of CommerceThe Goshen NewsEby FordModel Real Estate
Tom Naquin Chevrolet Cadillac NissanGNC CustomsGoshen Parks and RecreationThe Electric BrewPizzeria VenturiEA Pro MusicConstant SpringGoshen TheaterKozahz Boutique
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