Cruise, BBQ & Blues
Festival & Car Show

February 16, 2019

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.
(Applications Available October 5, 2018)
If you're interested in becoming a featured food vendor, please inquire below.
​(Applications Available October 5, 2018)
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Support your community and become an event sponsor.  Download the benefits and opportunities here.

Participate as an event exhibitor onsite.
​(Applications Available October 5, 2018)
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Request a media pass to cover the event in your publication or blog


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Register your vehicle in the classic car show, Downloadable application available below.
​(Applications Available October 5, 2018)​​
We are always in need of a few good volunteers.  Register to Volunteer Online
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Passionate about Car Show? Join our Car Show Advisory Committee! 

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. 

2019 Schedule

2019 Events Schedule Coming Soon!

2018 Schedule

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.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Whiskey River Dogs (Country Blues)
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11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Johnny Faber & the Road Kings (Blues Rock)

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Mason (Modern Retro-style Rock)

​2:30pm
Presentation of the Colors
National Anthem 
Welcome given by Mayor of Oro Valley, Satish Hiremath
Awards Ceremony

Entertainment

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Whiskey River Dogs (Country Blues)
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
​Get ready to rock country in a big time way with Tucson's blues favorites, Whiskey River Dogs! 

https://www.facebook.com/whiskeyriverdogs/ 


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Johnny Faber & the Road Kings (Blues Rock)
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
 
Johnny Faber & the Road Kings captivate audiences with a dynamic show ranging from soulful renditions of classic country ballads to dance floor rocking blues. Active in the Tucson music scene since the young age of 15 years old, Johnny's influences span from Stevie Ray Vaughan and Jimi Hendrix to Willie Nelson and the Doobie Brothers. 

​https://www.facebook.com/RoadKingsBand/ 
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Mason (Modern Retro-style Rock)
1 PM - 2:30 PM
​Mason is a Tucson-based blues rock group with a newly released album, 'Midnight Road'.  Featuring the soulful vocals of Jacob Acosta, the modern retro style they've sculpted is reminiscent of rock music of the 60's, with Hendrix-like vocals, bracing guitar solos, Zeppelin-esque drums, and overdriven bass much like Muse or Royal Blood. The 10 original tracks on Midnight Road are all stripped down, short blasts of blue-collar blues, heavy on the rock with some contemporary flash. Vents magazine called their music a "superb reinvention of the genre's power and musicality”.  http://www.mason.band/ 

2019 Food Vendors

2019 Food Vendors Coming Soon!

2018 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.

Chef Patrick Vezino (Brother John’s Beer, Bourbon & BBQ) collaborating with Faye Leerson and John Aldecoa serving:
  • Smoked Baby Back Ribs
  • BBQ Pit Beans
  • Vinegar Cole Slaw
Tucson Original Restaurants featuring Chef Mat Cable (Fresco Pizzeria & Pastaria) with Chef Michael Elefante (Mama Louisa’s) presenting:
  • Oak Smoked Brisket
  • Pulled Pork on a Country Roll
  • BBQ Beans
  • Cole Slaw
  • Corn Bread
  • Smoked Cookies
Chef Ken Foy (Culinary Graduate) presenting:
  • Pork butt and Sausage
  • Smoked Lamb Tacos with Mint Salsa

Chef Samuel Alboy (Mama’s Hawaiian BBQ)
  • ​Mama's Hawaiian BBQ Wings
Featured Food Trucks:
Coldstone Creamery
Jozzarelli’s Food Truck
Fruitshack Smoothies & Yogurt
​Kettlicious
Sweet Treat Mini Donuts

Libations
Beer provided by Hensley Beverage company

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

2019 Car Show Exhibitors

2019 Car Show Exhibitors Coming Soon!

2018 Car Show Exhibitors

2018 Car Show Winners

Best Engine: Carl Brownd - 1966 Pontiac GTO
 
Best Presentation: Anthony Kadous - 1963 Volkswagen Sundial Camper
 
Best Interior: Bob Geitl – 1952 Buick Roadmaster Convertible
 
Best ​Paint: Joseph Gonzalez - 1969 Chevy Camaro
 
Best of Show: Scott Muse - 1949  Chevy 3100
 
People’s Choice 1st Place: Scott Muse - 1949 Chevy 3100 
 
People’s Choice 2nd Place: Bob Gietl - 1952 Buick Roadmaster Convertible 

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Special Thanks To Our Event Sponsors