Car shows in Los Angeles
Find car shows in Los Angeles for 2026. Browse local automotive events and meets on Driveway.
Los Angeles is the car culture capital of the world. From Hollywood exotic car sightings to Long Beach lowrider culture, LA sets trends that the rest of the country follows. The city hosts some of the most prestigious car shows in America, and its streets are a rolling exhibition of automotive culture every day. If it exists in the car world, it exists in LA.
Popular car show venues in Los Angeles
- LA Convention Center — major indoor car shows including the LA Auto Show
- Petersen Automotive Museum — world-class car culture events and shows
- Santa Monica Pier — exotic car meets and cruise events
- Irwindale Speedway — drag racing and car show events
Types of car events in Los Angeles
The car culture in Los Angeles
LA's car culture is the most influential in the world. Hollywood, the entertainment industry, and the city's car-dependent layout make cars central to LA identity. The lowrider culture originated here. JDM culture has deep roots in the LA Japanese-American community. The city's wealth means you'll see more exotics per capita than almost anywhere else. Instagram and social media have made LA car meets some of the most photographed events in the world.
Tips for attending car shows in Los Angeles
LA car shows run year-round. Cars & Coffee events at locations like the Petersen Museum and Irvine Meadows draw 500+ cars. Traffic is always a factor — plan extra travel time. Many exclusive events require RSVP or club membership. Use the Driveway app to find public car shows in Los Angeles and throughout Southern California.
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