More than 600 classic cars, hot rods, motorcycles, and big rigs are expected to roll into Old Town Clovis this weekend for the 6th Annual Old Town Motorama, a three-day event celebrating the Central Valley’s car culture.

The event, hosted by the Hot Rod Coalition, runs May 15-17 and will feature classic cars, live entertainment, food vendors, and community events throughout Old Town and nearby venues.

Co-organizer James Gray said the Motorama has grown into one of the region’s largest gatherings for car enthusiasts, drawing thousands of visitors each year.

“The Central Valley, especially here in the Clovis-Fresno area, has such a huge hot rod and car enthusiast community,” Gray said. “This really is the one show that represents that because of the massive amount of people that come out and support it.”

Organizers said more than 25,000 people attended last year’s Saturday showcase.

The event begins Friday night with a pre-party and vehicle registration at Crow and Wolf Brewery in partnership with Fresno Street Eats. The public is invited, and organizers expect dozens of classic cars alongside food trucks and vendors.

The Main Event

Saturday’s main event in Old Town will include food from local restaurants and food trucks, live music, hot rod vendors, a motorcycle invitational, classic truck displays, and a big rig showcase. Awards will include Top 75 honors, Car Club Picks, and a Best of Show prize.

Gray said this year’s event is expected to feature more food trucks than ever before, along with live entertainment throughout the day.

The Motorama concludes Sunday with private visits to classic car shops and home garages for registered participants, a tradition organizers said remains a favorite among attendees.

The website said the event is made possible through volunteers, sponsors, the city of Clovis, nonprofits, and community partners working together to create a weekend experience for the classic car community.

If you are looking to register your vehicle for the event, registration at the gate on Saturday is $45.

Find more information by visiting the Hot Rod Coalition’s website. 

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