Cal State LA First Annual Car Show
Classics, lowriders, imports, muscle, exotics, bikes — if it has wheels and a story, it belongs here. Come for the chrome. Stay for the community.
Countdown to Show Day
Event Details
Date
April 25, 2026
Time
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location
Lot 5 — Cal State LA
Admission
Free for spectators
Parking
$5 Parking — Structure E
What's at the Show
Trophies & Awards
DJ & Live Music
Food & Vendors
All net proceeds benefit student programming and faculty-led research at Cal State LA.
Featured Events & Entertainment
Special appearances, live performers, and moments you won't want to miss.
10:00 AM
Car Show Opens
Lot 5
10:10 AM
Kipp SoCal
Special Appearance
11:00 AM
Solar Eagle III Send-Off
w/ Petersen Automotive Museum · 11:00 – 11:30 AM
Michael Cooper Book Signing
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
11:30 AM
Panel: Technology & Car Culture in Los Angeles
Panel Discussion
12:10 PM
CSLA Afro-Latin Salsa Club
Live Performance · 12:10 – 1:00 PM
1:30 PM
Stunts in Motion
Acrobatic Entertainment
1:40 PM
Cal State LA Cheer Team
Spirit & Cheer Performance
2:45 PM
Tierra Legacy
Live Performance
3:45 PM
Comedy by Johnny Roque
Stand-Up Comedy
4:30 PM
Awards & Closing
Category winners announced
Parking
$5.00 · Structure E
Location
Lot 5 · Cal State LA
Hours
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Golden Eagle Grand Prix
$25,000
Event naming rights, 30 VIP passes, vendor booth, full digital integration, and first right of refusal for 2027.
Engine Block
$12,500
Quadrant naming rights, 18 VIP passes, vendor booth, digital placement, and 2027 right of refusal.
Pit Crew
$6,000
12 VIP passes, vendor booth, on-site signage, digital recognition, and 2027 calendar feature.
Cruise Control
$3,000
Strong brand visibility with VIP sponsorship tent access and alumni recognition.
Showcase
$1,500
On-site vendor booth with brand recognition and VIP sponsorship tent access.
Community Drive
Min. $500
Targeted recognition with event and digital exposure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers. No guessing.
Is this event free to attend? +
Yes. Admission is free for spectators. Come enjoy a full day of cars, live entertainment, and food and market vendors.
Gates open at 10:00 AM. Arriving early is recommended for the best experience.
Can car clubs attend together? +
Absolutely. Register each vehicle individually and include your club name during registration. We'll make every effort to park clubs together.
What is allowed at the event? +
Reckless driving and burnouts are not permitted. Cal State LA is a smoke-free campus — smoking, drugs, alcohol, and weapons are strictly prohibited.
Will food and vendors be available? +
Yes. A curated selection of food and merchandise vendors will be on site throughout the event.