American Graffiti Festival

05/28/2026

05/26/2026

It’s getting closer. Mark your calendar.
Great family weekend. Seve Botello as Elvis on Saturday from 2 to 4. Elvis will be roaming the grounds for pictures. Maybe even sing a few songs.
Kid zone and a train will be in full effect.

05/22/2026

Mark your calendars, Modesto!

Every city has that weekend where the whole town shows up and for Modesto, this is it.

The American Graffiti Festival & Car Show is happening June 13–14 right here in Modesto!

Here’s what to expect:

🚗 Hundreds of classic cars
🎶 Live music
🍔 Amazing food
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family fun
📅 Two days of festival excitement

Tickets are available now!

Sunday Deal: Use code TENBUCKSOFF for $10 off when you purchase 2 tickets.

Bring the family, call your friends, and come be part of one of Modesto’s favorite weekends.

We’ll see you out there!

05/20/2026

05/09/2026

American Graffiti Festival Presents.

Live Chicago the Tribute.
Sunday June 14th. 11am.

Bring your chair. Bring the kids.
Check out the classic cars. Kid Zone. New this year Valley Dream cars. All day Sunday.

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05/08/2026

Family fun, classic cars, live music, and kids 12 & under free? Yes, please!

The American Graffiti Festival & Car Show will once again be here soon in Modesto and it’s the perfect weekend outing for the whole crew!

Bring the family out for classic cars, live music, food, vendors, a Kid Zone, and fun for all ages. Whether you’re a longtime car lover or just looking for something fun to do with the kids, this is a Modesto tradition you won’t want to miss.

Even better? Kids 12 and under are FREE with a paid adult!

📅 June 13–14
📍 Modesto Junior College West Campus - 2201 Blue Gum Ave.
🚗 1,200+ classic cars
🎶 Live music
🍔 Food + vendors
🎈 Kid Zone

Plus, if you’re coming on Sunday, June 14, use code TENBUCKSOFF for $10 off any purchase of 2 tickets.

Load up the family and come cruise back in time with us!

04/28/2026

Calling all classic car and truck owners!

If you’ve got a vehicle 1980 or older, now’s the time to register for the 27th Annual American Graffiti Festival & Car Show!

Parade: Friday, June 12, 2026
Car Show: Saturday & Sunday, June 13–14, 2026

Keep in mind that parade participation is limited to the first 1,000 entrants, so don’t wait! Register today: americangraffitifestival.com/nmk/online-registration/

Cruise back in time, show off your ride, and be part of one of Modesto’s favorite traditions!

04/27/2026

When you register your car, become a vendor, sponsor the event, or come enjoy the American Graffiti Festival & Car Show, you’re doing more than attending a great weekend in Modesto, you’re giving back to the community.

Hosted by the Kiwanis Club of North Modesto Foundation, this volunteer-run event gives ALL proceeds back to local nonprofits and programs that serve children, families, seniors, and individuals with disabilities. Last year we gave about $170,000 back to various charities and plan to do even more this year!

Every registration, ticket, and sponsorship helps make a real difference right here at home.

Come celebrate classic cars, community, and a cause that matters. Thank you for helping us give back!

GiveBack

04/25/2026

04/20/2026

Graffiti Summer is right around the corner!
YOU won’t want to miss one of the largest festivals displaying over 1100 classic cars, food vendors, non-food vendors, a kids zone with a train ride, bounce houses & water boat ride along with Great Valley Museum for 1$ for kids, & lastly fabulous music with multiple bands. Sunday brings a Valley Dream car event & many awards! This event’s proceeds benefit our children & children’s non-profits here in Stanislaus County!

Mark your Calendars & join us!

Our very own Modesto native George Lucas-his movie American Graffiti (filmed in Petaluma) immortalized Modesto’s 1950s/60s “cruising” culture. Modesto celebrates this heritage & keeps the traditions alive annually with the American Graffiti Festival & Parade.
Kiwanis Club of North Modesto
Modesto Junior College
Great Valley Museum at Modesto Junior College