Car Show

Rev up your engines and bring your appetite—it’s time for the 3rd Annual Cars & Carnivores Street Festival!

Join us for an exhilarating day packed with stunning automobiles, mouthwatering food, and non-stop excitement. This one-of-a-kind event brings together car enthusiasts and food lovers for an unforgettable experience you won’t want to miss. From the thunderous roar of high-performance engines to the irresistible aroma of sizzling delicacies, the festival promises to engage all your senses from start to finish.

The car show is a must-see attraction, featuring an incredible lineup of vehicles ranging from timeless classics to cutting-edge sports cars. Whether you’re a dedicated gearhead or appreciate the artistry of automotive design, there’s something for everyone to admire.

Best of all, this event is family-friendly and alcohol-free, ensuring a fun and welcoming environment for all ages. Bring your friends and family, and get ready to immerse yourself in a celebration of horsepower and flavor.

Car Show Registration

Calling all car owners! Get ready for the third annual Cars & Carnivores Street Festival car show and have your prized vehicle judged by a panel of experts and the public. Your vehicle could earn the prestigious titles of People’s Choice or Best of Show, making it the talk of the town.

Join us in downtown Wake Forest on Brooks & Owens Streets and proudly display your car to the community. Whether you have a classic beauty or a modern sports car, every vehicle has a spot at our show. With a wide array of makes and models, you’ll find yourself among fellow enthusiasts who share your passion for automobiles.

Be sure to bring a lawn chair and a cooler stocked with non-alcoholic beverages, as delectable food options will be available near the car show site. Given the popularity of this event, pre-registration is a must, and spaces are limited. Please register online at the Cars & Carnivores Car Show Registration Site before it’s too late.

Don’t miss your golden opportunity to shine at the Cars & Carnivores Street Festival car show!

Terms and Conditions of the Cars & Carnivores Street Festival 

  • The show begins at 9:00 AM and ends at 2:00 PM. 
  • Vehicles may begin arriving by 8:00 AM. 
  • Spaces will be occupied on a first-available basis.
  • Vehicles must remain in their designated parking spaces until the show’s conclusion.
  • All vehicles must operate well and have current registration and insurance.
  • Participants are responsible for their personal property and belongings.
  • Outside alcohol is prohibited at the event.
  • Dogs are welcome at the event, but for the safety of other dogs, vendors, and patrons, always keep your dog on a leash.
  • Please refrain from bringing scared or aggressive dogs to the event.
  • The Car Show is a Pre-registration event ONLY paid in advance online at www.WakeForestRotary.org.
  • No refunds will be available in the event of inclement weather or non-participation.
  • In the event of inclement weather, participants must follow the instructions of event organizers regarding the safety of vehicles and participants.
  • No day-of Car Show registrations will be accepted. Vehicles that show up on the day of the event will be turned away. 
  • Vehicles will be parked in spaces and parking lots along Brooks Street, which will be closed to traffic from Owen to Elm Streets.
  • Awards will include People’s Choice and Best of Show.
  • The event organizers reserve the right to refuse any vehicle for participation in the show.
  • Participants agree to allow event organizers to use any photos or videos taken during the event for promotional purposes.
  • Participants agree to follow all local laws and regulations, including parking restrictions.
  • Participants assume all risks of participating in the show and release the event organizers from liability.