Car Show Registration

Use this form to register your car at the Downtown Arlington Classic Car Show happening on June 7th! Entry fees benefit the Arlington Police Foundation.

IMPORTANT - Press 'Get Tickets' to register your car. You will be asked to fill out your details after the payment screen. All registered cars need to be built on or before 1979 to be eligible to participate in this judged classic car show. We reserve the right to deny and refund any registered car that does not meet this requirement.

For public safety reasons, we can no longer allow walk-ups on the day of the show. All Cars must be pre-registered.

Seniors, First Responders and Veterans receive a discount for registration, for the promo code contact damc@downtownarlington.org or call 817-303-2800 for more information.

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Get ready to rev your engines and experience a blast from the past at the Downtown Arlington Classic Car Show! On June 7th, come and admire an impressive lineup of classic cars that will transport you back in time. Not only will there be jaw-dropping cars, but also delicious food and beverage vendors, live DJ music, and the chance to witness car enthusiasts compete for top awards.

The car show opens to the public on June 7th from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Vandergriff Town Center at 200 N. Mesquite Street, however, car owner participants are required to arrive from 7:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. In accordance with local law enforcement and safety requirements of the event permit, NO ENTRIES will be allowed entry past 8:45 a.m., regardless of prior registration.

The event is free to attend and open to the public. If you're a fan of classic cars, or just looking for a fun day out with the family, be sure to mark June 7 on your calendar and head down to the Downtown Arlington Classic Car Show!

Deadline to register is Thursday, June 5th at noon.

**If you wish to enter more than one car into the show, please register separately**

Judging and Awards

We invite all car enthusiasts to enter their car. For the best show possible, please be aware that the show committee will provide favored parking to those vehicles that have the most interest from an enthusiast’s perspective. Most newer stock vehicles do not fit in this category as we are looking for models 1979 or older that have not been modified, using only new parts to keep the car running. Basic cosmetic changes (i.e. wheels, stereo, engine dress-up kits, etc.) can be considered.

All registered classic cars will be judged within their decade: '20s & '30s, '40s, '50s, '60s, and '70s. Ten judges will select a 1st and 2nd place from each decade, forming our "Top 10 Cars." From this Top 10, the judging panel will determine the overall Best of Show, 2nd, and 3rd place winners. Additional awards include Mayor's Choice, People's Choice, Best Story, and Best Club Participation. The "Best Hometown Car" winner will be selected by Arlington Today staff.

The awards program begins at 2:00 PM. Trophies will be awarded for Best of Show, Mayor's Choice, and People's Choice. The Top 10 cars will each receive a commemorative license plate, and other winners will receive gift certificates. The award for Best Story and Best Hometown Car will be a future feature about the 2025 Car Show in Arlington Today Magazine. The Best of Show will also win two free Texas Rangers home game tickets and a one-night stay at the Loews Arlington Hotel (dates subject to availability). Judges will be announced in May.

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***New for 2025***

VIP Car Club Packages

Elevate your car club's presence at the Downtown Arlington Classic Car Show! These packages offer a streamlined registration process, premium display benefits, and enhanced visibility for your members. Showcase your club's passion and camaraderie while enjoying a VIP experience.

Benefits:

• Designated Display Area: Guaranteed placement of your club's vehicles together in a prime location.

• Simplified Registration: One point of contact for the club to submit all car owner information.

• Promotional Signage: Provision of a sign to proudly display next to your club’s cars. Each sign will display your club's name and logo (club to provide high-resolution logo).

• Public Address Recognition: Verbal announcements during the event welcoming your club. Special recognition during awards presentations

• Social Media Spotlight: Dedicated social media post on Downtown Arlington's platforms featuring your club (pre- or post- event)

• Concierge Hospitality: Goodie bags delivered to your display area as opposed to pickup for each participating car

• 1 complimentary drink ticket per car to be redeemed at Arlington Music Hall. Drink ticket can be exchanged for beer, wine or a soft drink at the Arlington Music Hall bar. Drink must be consumed on premises and cannot leave the building.

• Universal Discount: All participants in the car club package will receive the Veteran/Senior discount on their entry fee.

Once registered, a DAMC representative will reach out for car club member info.