Wildwood Kustom Hot Rod & Muscle Car Show
51st annual classic car & street rod show on Wildwood Boardwalk.
2026 edition — past event
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Event Details
Date
September 25-27, 2026
Time
Boardwalk display Fri–Sat 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM; indoor show Fri–Sat 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM, Sun 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM; awards Sunday morning
Location
Wildwood
Wildwood Boardwalk (26th–Burk Aves) & Wildwoods Convention Center
Admission
Boardwalk show free; indoor Convention Center show ticketed (prices TBA)
Expected Attendance: 20,000+
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About Wildwood Kustom Hot Rod & Muscle Car Show
The 51st annual Fall Cruisin' the Boards brings classic cars and street rods to the Wildwood Boardwalk for a spectacular end-of-summer celebration. One of the longest-running car shows on the East Coast.
This event has been running for 51 years.
Highlights
51st annual event
One of East Coast longest-running shows
Free spectator admission
End-of-summer celebration
Street rods & classics
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is Wildwood Kustom Hot Rod & Muscle Car Show?
Wildwood Kustom Hot Rod & Muscle Car Show is listed for September 25-27, 2026 in Wildwood, NJ. The event typically runs Boardwalk display Fri–Sat 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM; indoor show Fri–Sat 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM, Sun 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM; awards Sunday morning.
Is Wildwood Kustom Hot Rod & Muscle Car Show free?
Wildwood Kustom Hot Rod & Muscle Car Show requires Boardwalk show free; indoor Convention Center show ticketed (prices TBA). Visit the official website for pricing and availability.
Where is Wildwood Kustom Hot Rod & Muscle Car Show held?
Wildwood Kustom Hot Rod & Muscle Car Show takes place at Wildwood Boardwalk (26th–Burk Aves) & Wildwoods Convention Center in Wildwood, Cape May County. Address: Wildwood Boardwalk, Wildwood, NJ 08260
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