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14 Fall Car Shows that Will Thrill the Auto Fan in Your Family

Photo courtesy of the Mid-Atlantic Classic Car Show
Photo courtesy of the Mid-Atlantic Classic Car Show
9/7/18 - By Erin Ryan

Want to try a different kind of fun this weekend? Take the whole family out to get up close and personal with classic to contemporary cars. Guys and gals alike will enjoy weaving in and out of pristine hotrods, sports cars, roadsters, and luxury wheels lined up on display. Luscious leather interiors and custom paint jobs are waiting to be ooh'ed and ah'ed over.  So mark your calendar now with these top Philly area auto shows running throughout early fall; then, grab a cup of coffee for you, a hot cocoa for the kids, and enjoy the perfect fall weather alongside some shiny whips.

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September

Wings N' Wheels

September 8th
It's the annual Wings N' Wheels event! Families can enjoy a wings, wheels, and aviation history, including unique displays of vintage and military aircraft, new planes and classic and antique cars at Wings Field. READ MORE

Annual Knights of Columbus Car Show

September 22nd
Our Lady of Good Counsel hosts the 5th Annual Knights of Columbus Car Show. Guests can expect food, fun, music, prizes, raffles and more. Car registration begins at 11 AM and judging begins at 1 PM. Trophies go to the top 30 plus Best in Show and other special awards. READ MORE

Cruise for the Troops

September 29th
This free event allows guests to have a great time enjoying a night out with car people. In addition, items such as white socks, mints, gum, wipes, baby powder, and non-perishable food items such as food bars are collected for the troops deployed overseas. READ MORE

Annual PJP Marketplace Superstore Car Show

September 29th
All are welcome to Shelly's Plaza for the 2nd Annual PJP Marketplace Superstore Car Show. In addition to awards for the top 70 vehicles, great food and music await. READ MORE

October

Texas Roadhouse Car Show

October 4th
Head to Texas Roadhouse for this car show. Trophies are awarded to the top cars and those participating can receive a free appetizer with a meal purchase. 10% of all meal purchases will be donated to the American Cancer Society. READ MORE

Annual Tri-State Corvette Show

October 7th
Get ready for the 25th annual Tri-State Corvette Show hosted by The Tri-State Corvette Club at Peddler's Village. This event features vehicles on display behind Bank of America. READ MORE

Washington Township Police K-9 Benefit Car Show

October 13th
View the cars on display at Washington Township Police Department K-9 Benefit Car Show. This judged show includes all makes and years car and trucks and awards over 100 trophies. In addition, guests can expect food, music, K-9 demonstration, and tactical police vehicle displays. READ MORE

St. Anselm's Oktoberfest Car Show

October 13th
Head to St. Anselm for its Oktoberfest Car Show. Guests can expect to see a variety of cars, trucks, and motorcycles. Awards are given to the top 40 plus specialty trophies such as Best Stock, Best Modified, Best of Show, St. Anselm Alumni Pick, Doc Bresler Memorial Award. Other offerings include 50/50 drawings and music. Proceeds benefit St. Anselm School. READ MORE

Annual All Oldsmobile Fall Show

October 14th
it's time for the 16th annual All Oldsmobile Fall Show. In addition to viewing the vehicles, guests can expect door prizes, 50/50 that benefits RE Olds Transportation Museum, and a nice park setting with children's playground. READ MORE

DVRR Halloween Car Show

October 20th
Experience the Delaware Valley Road Runners' Halloween Car Show which features over 70 trophies awarded in categories such as Best Decorated Cars, Best Costumes, hay rides, auction, food, and music. READ MORE

Sam’s Club Annual Northeast Muscle Car Club Halloween Trunk or Treat Car Show

October 21st
Head over to Sam's Club to see the cars, trucks, and motorcycles. The top 50 receive trophies plus awards are given for Best Stock, Best Modified, Best of Show, and more. READ MORE

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