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The SC Car Show returns to historic downtown San Clemente on Sunday, September 20th

Registration opens April 1st. Check this space for information and links.


Big thanks to those who made our 2025 show a big success:

City of San Clemente and Orange County Sheriff’s for your partnership and keeping our event safe and smooth.


Our showcar owners, sponsors, volunteers, judges, entertainers, vendors, and food trucks—your time, talent, and dedication made the day unforgettable.


Del Mar merchants & restaurants, and all the spectators who celebrated with us—thank you for showing your love for this iconic San Clemente tradition.


We’re looking ahead to an even bigger celebration next year—our 30th Anniversary Car Show—and we can’t wait to see you there! If you missed the fun, check out this great video and photos by Shields Films.


2025 SC CAR SHOW VIDEO

See you in 2026!

30th Annual San Clemente Car Show

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 - 10am to 3pm


Join us for a classic day of gorgeous cars, music, food, slot cars, unique shopping, and family fun! Spectators are free and sweet pups are welcomed. Those wishing to display their steel and chrome beauties will be able to register online beginning April 1st, 2026.


2026 CAR REGISTRATION OPENS APRIL 1ST

SC Car Show Overview

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SC Car Show Overview

Get a broad overview of this popular event, going strong since 1995.

EVENT OVERVIEW

Show Car Categories

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SC Car Show Overview

Classics, vintage, rods & muscle cars...all together for a classic day!

SEE CATEGORIES

We love our community partners

We love our community partners

We love our community partners

Be in the 'Winners Circle' and showcase your business to a large and engaged crowd.

SEE SPONSOR INFO

Vendor Booths

The best way to arrive

We love our community partners

Promote your business, club or non-profit to an audience of nearly 15K. Spots are limited.

VENDOR BOOTH DETAILS

The best way to arrive

The best way to arrive

The best way to arrive

Parking is extremely limited. Ride in style by taking the FREE San Clemente trolley. 

TROLLEY INFO

FAQs and contact info

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The best way to arrive

See our most frequently asked questions, or contact us directly.

FAQs & CONTACT INFO

Overview of the San Clemente Car Show

Who hosts the SC Car Show?

 The annual San Clemente Car Show is hosted and produced by the San Clemente Downtown Business Association. The SCDBA is a non-profit 501(c)(6) organization that works to promote commerce and community fun in downtown San Clemente. 


To learn more about us, visit: www.scdba.org

Since 1995...

 What began as a few classic car enthusiasts meeting at the San Clemente Community Center, has grown into a beloved annual car show drawing thousands of spectators to view hundreds of cars on historic Avenida Del Mar. Classics, rods, and muscle cars, and newer cars too—the San Clemente Car Show has something for everyone! 

Be a Car Show Vendor or Sponsor

Reach thousands of spectators by reserving a 10x10 vendor booth space to promote your group or business. Vendor booth info.


Or, partner with us as an official SC Car Show Sponsor and let the community know you are an SC MVP! Direct all inquiries to info@scdba.org. Sponsoring info.

Fast facts...

15,000 spectators & over 250 show cars are on display


Location: 100 & 200 blocks Avenida Del Mar in historic downtown San Clemente, California


FREE trolleys run all day to deliver a classic day of cars, music, great food, shopping and old-fashioned family fun!

Click to visit our 2025 Sponsors

Load-In & EntryProcess

Professional parking specialists Parking Concepts will facilitate the load-in process for all cars, making a fast and smooth entry for everyone. We thank South Orange County Rods & Customs for their years of outstanding volunteer service in this critical area. Their dedication and expertise has been invaluable!


PLEASE NOTE: All cars can enter at 7am. VIP cars may not turn LEFT onto Ave Del Mar from El Camino Real, per OC Sheriff restrictions. VIP cars must approach the top of Ave Del Mar from the north side.


Our goal is for you to be able to park quickly and start having a fantastic day! Click 'Download' to get our load-in entry process diagram—and bring it with you! VIP cars follow the gold arrows, general cars follow the blue arrows. 

ENTRY_PROCESS_25b (pdf)

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