Summer & Fall Car Shows in the Tri‑Valley (Aug–Nov 2025)
From August through November, the Tri-Valley rolls out some of the most exciting classic car shows in Northern California. Whether you’re into hot rods, British beauties, or nostalgic cruisers, these local events bring together car lovers of all ages. Mark your calendar! Here are the top car shows happening in the Tri-Valley this season.
Goodguys West Coast Nationals
- August 22–24, 2025
- Alameda County Fairgrounds, Pleasanton
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- A massive three-day event with thousands of classic cars, hot rods, custom builds, live music, vendors, and kid-friendly activities. One of the biggest shows on the West Coast.
Hot Rods & History
- August 30, 2025
- Dublin Ace Hardware
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- Join the Dublin Historical Society, KeyPoint Credit Union, and Dublin Ace Hardware for a day of vintage cars, community connection, giveaways, and BBQ! Free to attend.
Hot Summer Sundays Car Show
- September 7, 2025
- Downtown Danville
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- Classic cars line the streets of downtown Danville in this beloved annual event. Expect live music, shopping, dining, and plenty of horsepower.
East Bay Street Dreams Car Club Show
- September 13, 2025
- Blackhawk Museum Plaza
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- This laid-back, outdoor car show features an impressive lineup of classic cars, music, raffle prizes, and more—no museum admission required.
The Danville Concours d'Elegance
- September 21, 2025
- Downtown Danville
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- The streets of historic downtown Danville will overflow with the sights, sounds and smells of classic, sports performance and exotic automobiles, as well as fine wooden yachts and cruisers, motorcycles and vintage trailers.
Nostalgia Day Car Show
- September 28, 2025
- Downtown Livermore
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- This laid-back, outdoor car show features an impressive lineup of classic cars, music, raffle prizes, and more—no museum admission required.
All-British Motor Show
- October 19, 2025
- Blackhawk Museum Plaza
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- Celebrate the charm and engineering of British classics—MGs, Triumphs, Jaguars, and more—at this elegant fall show.
Goodguys Autumn Get-Together
- November 8-9, 2025
- Alameda County Fairgrounds, Pleasanton
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- Close out car show season with this fall edition of Goodguys, featuring American-made and powered rides of all kinds, vendor exhibits, and family fun.
The Don Williams Automobile Gallery at the Blackhawk Museum
Can’t make it to a show? You can still get your fix of rare and iconic automobiles all year long at the the Don Williams Automobile Galleryinside the Blackhawk Museum in Danville. This world-class collection features vintage Ferraris, coach-built Packards, and other historically significant cars—beautifully displayed in a striking, museum-quality setting.
Whether you’re a lifelong collector or just love the artistry of classic design, this permanent, rotating exhibit is a must-see for car enthusiasts visiting the Tri-Valley.
