ST. LOUIS - s4story -- cThe first American Car Show will be hosted by Celebrate Saint Louis, 10am to 3pm, Saturday, July 4, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Ballpark Village in downtown St. Louis.

It is part of the official Celebrate Saint Louis – Celebrate 250, the city's largest Independence Day festival and America's 250th birthday celebration.

The free, public car show will feature 100 select antique and classic vehicles. Cash prizes, trophies, and plaques will be awarded, highlighted by a $2,500 grand prize for Best in Show.

Eligible Categories include Antique (pre-1970), Muscle Cars Classic (1970s–1990s), and Custom & Hot Rod. All autos, foreign and domestic, can be entered.

"America's 250th birthday is the perfect moment to celebrate automotive ingenuity and design," said Daniel Schmitt, Chairperson of the American Car Show. "This car show is a great way to honor that legacy with an outstanding display of classic automobiles right in the heart of St. Louis."

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Participants will enjoy a prime location at Ballpark Village with large crowds, live music, drone shows, and spectacular fireworks as part of the full day of Celebrate Saint Louis festivities.

Registration is now open but extremely limited — only 100 vehicles will be accepted. Early registration is strongly encouraged as spots are expected to fill quickly. The registration deadline is Saturday, June 20, 2026.

To register, visit: https://www.schmitt.com/car-show-registration/ (https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.schmitt.com_car-2Dshow-2Dregistration_&d=DwMF-g&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=3azM5aReA_y21UQ7oXACSDgyvJjjh0XsGctjC1xU-Jk&m=MMWMHEIszZTQnaeq8wbc1allYGRfQyw0qtrYe...) Or email: info@schmitt.com

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Celebrate 250 marks a once-in-a-generation moment as St. Louis hosts America's 250th birthday celebration on July 3–4, 2026, under the iconic Gateway Arch. This two-day, large-scale event will bring together residents, visitors, and national audiences to honor the nation's semiquincentennial with an unforgettable experience rooted in history, culture, and community.