Summer Salute 2026
Join us for Summer Salute 2026 – Northern Nevada’s largest single-day car and motorcycle show, honoring our veterans and celebrating car culture!
About
What's this event about?
Mark your calendars for May 23rd, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, as the Nevada Car Coalition proudly presents Summer Salute 2026!
After taking the reins in 2024, and a successful run in 2025, the Coalition is excited to continue this iconic event and take it to the next level. Our mission? To make Summer Salute the largest single-day car and motorcycle show in Nevada, showcasing the incredible vehicles and talent from car clubs across Northern Nevada.
But this event is more than just a car and motorcycle show. It’s a chance to bring the community together and give back. All proceeds will support Honor Flight Nevada, the Veteran’s Guest House and Comstock Lode Quilters.
Additionally, participating clubs that are part of the Nevada Car Coalition will receive donations to help them continue growing and thriving—because we believe in supporting the community that makes these events possible.
Join us in celebrating the spirit of Nevada’s car culture while making a meaningful impact. Whether you’re a club member, a car enthusiast, or someone who loves supporting great causes, Summer Salute 2026 is an event you won’t want to miss!
About
Where, When, and How?
Location: Rancho San Rafael Regional Park
Address: 1595 North Sierra Street, Reno, NV 89503
Cost: $41.50 online, or $40.00 via check.
Date: Saturday, May 23, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM PDT (Doors open at 7:00 AM)
Be sure to complete your registration by May 10th through our Events page on Eventbrite, linked at the bottom of the page. Registration on the same day of the event is $50, space permitting.
Also, take a moment to review our FAQs to ensure everything runs smoothly. We can’t wait to see you there!
AWARDS
Award Ceremony
From 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, attendees will have the chance to cast their votes through our online voting system for a variety of exciting award categories. This is your opportunity to recognize some of the most stunning vehicles and unique builds at the show!
Trophy Categories:
- 1900-1931 Stock
- 1900-1931 Modified
- 1932-1954 Stock
- 1932-1954 Modified
- 1955-1969 Stock
- 1955-1969 Modified
- 1970-1979 Stock
- 1970-1979 Modified
- 1980-Present Stock (Future Classics)
- 1980-Present Modified (Future Classics)
- 1900-1944 Trucks Stock
- 1900-1944 Trucks Modified
- 1945-1979 Trucks Stock
- 1945-1979 Trucks Modified
- 1980-Present Trucks Stock
- 1980-Present Trucks Modified
- Best Rat Rod
- Best Lowrider
- Best VW
- Best British Invasion
- Best Orphan Car (Manufacturer no longer in business)
- Best Motorcycle Stock
- Best Motorcycle Custom
- Best Military
The awards ceremony will celebrate the incredible diversity and craftsmanship of the vehicles on display. Winners will be announced and presented with trophies at 2:00pm. Don’t miss your chance to vote and cheer on your favorites!
A Huge Thank you to our Platinum Sponsors:
As a Platinum Sponsor, these people and businesses are the driving force behind the Summer Salute Car Show. Their generosity ensures a top-tier experience for participants and spectators alike.
There is a single point of entry. You can park with your group; however, you need to come together. There are no saving spaces.
No, we will not be allowing same day registrations.
Once you enter into the park area, you will be asked if you are pre-registered (this will be verified per our list). If the answer is yes, you will receive a dot on the headlight. Once you park per parking attendants instructions, you will need to go to the registration area and obtain your packet
If you are pre-registered, you will receive your T-shirt and goodie bag on the day of the show. If you register the day of the show, you will receive the T-shirt a few weeks after the show.
Yes, there is a deadline. That deadline will two (2) weeks prior to the show, May 10, 2025. If you pre-register after May 10th, your shirt will be delivered/mailed a few weeks after the show.
No, because of the amount of participants we expect during this event, parking will need to systematic. We ask all participants to follow parking attendants’ instructions.
Yes, there will a total of 25 trophies handed out.
Get involved today!
Learn more and register your club/cars today and help support the NCC in achieving our goal, and support our veterans throughout northern Nevada.