Spring Wildwood Kustom Hot Rod & Muscle Car Show
35th annual classic car show on the Wildwood Boardwalk. Free admission.
Spring Car Show has already run this year — here's what's next
The Jersey Shore event calendar keeps going well past Labor Day. These are the next dated events on it.
- Sea.Hear.Now FestivalSeptember 19–20 · Asbury Park
- Festival of the SeaSeptember 19 · Point Pleasant Beach
- Fall Boardwalk Classic Car ShowSeptember 24–27 · Wildwood
- Irish Fall FestivalSeptember 25–27 · North Wildwood
- LBI ChowderfestOctober 3–4 · Beach Haven
- Jersey Shore Half MarathonOctober 4 · Sandy Hook
Event Details
Date
May 8-9, 2026
Time
10am-3pm daily
Location
Wildwood
Wildwood Boardwalk
Admission
Free
Expected Attendance: 15,000+
About Spring Wildwood Kustom Hot Rod & Muscle Car Show
The 35th annual Wildwood Kustom Hot Rod and Muscle Car Show transforms the iconic boardwalk into a rolling car museum. All makes and models 15+ years old are on display, from classic hot rods to vintage muscle cars.
This event has been running for 35 years.
Highlights
35th annual event
Free spectator admission
Hot rods & muscle cars
Iconic boardwalk setting
Kick-off to summer season
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is Spring Wildwood Kustom Hot Rod & Muscle Car Show?
Spring Wildwood Kustom Hot Rod & Muscle Car Show takes place May 8-9, 2026 in Wildwood, NJ. The event typically runs 10am-3pm daily.
Is Spring Wildwood Kustom Hot Rod & Muscle Car Show free?
Yes, Spring Wildwood Kustom Hot Rod & Muscle Car Show is free to attend.
Where is Spring Wildwood Kustom Hot Rod & Muscle Car Show held?
Spring Wildwood Kustom Hot Rod & Muscle Car Show takes place at Wildwood Boardwalk in Wildwood, Cape May County. Address: Wildwood Boardwalk, Wildwood, NJ 08260
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