Cruise, BBQ & Blues
Festival & Car Show

February 17, 2018

10:00am - 3:00pm

Blending science, mechanics and design is an innovative art form in its own right. Car design is a ubiquitous but often overlooked art form which SAACA brings to light through our annual Classic Car Show.

The event invites thousands of people out to rev up the weekend with live oldies music, kids’ activities and great food. With 20 different classes of auto awards given in Best of Show, Best Interior, Best Paint, Best Engine and People’s Choice.

The one day event will feature live Blues music on the main stage, classic BBQ on the grill, and an endless supply of everything we have come to love about fast cars and classic auto!

Why?

SAACA believes that every aspect of an automobile is art, from the headlights and the body of the car, to the seats and dashboard, even each little screw and bolt holding the car together. The event aims to bring the automobile to light as an art form through this spectacular community event, which also supports our Business and Arts integration initiatives. 

Tickets $5

$5 admission, 10 and under Free   

$1 discount for all Veterans and Active Duty Military with your  Military ID.  No pre-purchase tickets are available.  Cash Only. 
Tickets available at the door. 

Event Partners

Location

Oro Valley Marketplace
12155 N Oracle Rd,, Oro Valley, AZ 85737

The event is located on the Oracle Rd. entrance between Red Lobster and Best Buy.  Oro Valley Marketplace has amassed a brilliant collection of boutiques, national retail anchors, unique eateries and traditional restaurants. For a quick bite, a special occasion, a gallon of milk, or an afternoon of retail therapy, the marketplace delivers.  

Get Involved

Participate in the event and enter your vehicle into the classic car show to exhibit onsite at the event.
Participate as a featured Food Vendor in the event.  Download the application below.
Support your community and become an event sponsor.  Download the benefits and opportunities here.
Participate as an event exhibitor onsite.
Request a media pass to cover the event in your publication or blog
We are always in need of a few good volunteers.  Register to Volunteer Online

Classic Cars

The show will exhibit cars and trucks in a variety of styles – antique and modern, domestic and foreign, modified and custom.  Judges will award trophies in categories including Best of Show, Best Interior, Best Paint, Best Engine, Best Presentation and attendees can vote in the People’s Choice awards. 

2017 Activities & Entertainment

Adding a soulful atmosphere to the event live blues music will captivate audiences with renditions of blues greats.  The main stage will feature up to three bands throughout the day.  A tribute style salute to our Veterans will kick off the festivities, with the star spangled banner, and a presentation of the color guard.

Jumping castles and children’s activities will entertain the youngsters.

10:30am
Presentation of the Colors
National Anthem performed by Heather O'Day
Welcome given by Mayor of Oro Valley, Satish Hiremath

11:00am - 12:30pm
Bryan Dean Trio
Blues

1:00pm - 2:30pm
The Coolers
Blues / R&B / Funk / Soul

​2:30pm
Awards Ceremony

Food Vendors

As music fills the day, BBQ vendors will fire-up the festival as attendees sample an array of delicious tasting food, from kettle corn and sweets to all-American meals.

Cold water will also be available for sale at the event to help support Veterans Arts programs.

The Tri-Tip Man
Tucson Kona Ice
Cowboy Kettle Corn
Dawg Daze
Fruitshack Smoothies & Yogurt
Cold Stone Creamery

2017 Car Show Winners

Best Engine: Ron Price – 1956 Chevrolet BelAir Coupe
 
Best Presentation: Terry & Lynette White - 1957 GMC Suburban
 
Best Interior: Robert Zuodar – 1937 Dodge G-5
 
Best ​Paint: Patricia Abbuhl – 1932 Buick Coupe
 
Best of Show: Dan & Joan Levitt  - Chevy BelAir
 
People’s Choice 1st Place: Lee Abrahams – 1954 Kaiser Darrin
 
People’s Choice 2nd Place: Martin & Julie Lepird – 1965 Volkswagon Bus
 
People’s Choice 3rd Place: Dan & Joan Levitt  - Chevy BelAir
 

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Special Thanks To Our Event Sponsors