7–8 March
Salon de l'auto sport Québec
Quebec City
Long-running Quebec auto show with a dedicated American muscle hall.
Official website Details & programme2026 · Canada
American Car Shows in Canada 2026
Calendar of the largest American-car events across Canada in 2026.
March
12–14 March 2027
Motorama Custom Car & Motorsports Expo
Mississauga (Ontario) - The International Centre
Canada's largest indoor custom-car and motorsports expo, held every March at The International Centre in Mississauga (near Toronto Pearson). Hot rods, customs, classics, race cars and trucks, Grand Champion awards and celebrity guests. 2027 dates: 12-14 March.
Official websiteJuly
25 July
Dream Wheels on Eglinton
Toronto (Eglinton Avenue West)
Free street festival on Eglinton Avenue West hosted by The Eglinton Way BIA and Toronto Hot Rod Kulture, showcasing pre-1989 classic cars, hot rods, muscle cars, race cars and motorcycles. The 2026 edition ran Saturday 25 July (11 am-5 pm) with Best in Show awards at 2 pm and a pin-up contest; registration proceeds go to the SickKids Foundation.
Official website Details & programmeAugust
15 August
Wheels on the Danforth
Toronto (Scarborough / East York, Danforth Ave between Byng and Warden)
Free street festival with two street-judged car shows on Danforth Avenue in Toronto's east end, hosted by the Crossroads of the Danforth BIA. Hundreds of classics including hot rods, muscle cars, customs and movie cars. 2026: Saturday 15 August, 11 am-10 pm.
Official website
29–30 August
Autofest Nationals
Uxbridge (Elgin Park, Ontario)
Classic-car show at Elgin Park in Uxbridge, Ontario; the 2025 edition (32nd annual) gathered more than 1,400 classic, custom and muscle cars over two days.
Official websiteHow the American car calendar works in Canada
This page lists 5 verified American car events in Canada for the 2026 season, running from March to August; every entry is backed by at least two independent sources. Each entry gives the city, the dates and the organiser's official link. Relative dates have been resolved against the real 2026 calendar; always confirm exact timings with the organiser before travelling.
How the season unfolds
The season opens with Salon de l'auto sport Québec and closes with Autofest Nationals. The busiest month is August, with 2 events. Winter months are dominated by indoor shows, while the warmer months concentrate outdoor meets, cruises and circuit events.
Where the events take place
Events take place in Quebec City, Mississauga, Toronto and Uxbridge. Some are ticketed trade shows, others informal free gatherings; each entry states the format and links through to the official source.
Bringing your own vehicle
Most gatherings welcome American vehicles of any generation, usually with prior registration through the organising club. Display conditions, fees and any vehicle age restrictions vary between events: check the official site linked on each entry.
Already announced for 2027
Several organisers have already published their 2027 dates: Motorama Custom Car & Motorsports Expo (12–14 March 2027). They will move into the 2027 calendar as soon as it goes live.
Snapshots of the American car scene
Frequently asked questions
Among the major events listed on this page are Salon de l'auto sport Québec, Autofest Nationals and Dream Wheels on Eglinton. The full calendar, with cities and official links, appears above.
In 2026 it runs from March to August, peaking in August. The first event of the year is Salon de l'auto sport Québec and the last is Autofest Nationals.
Every card links through to the organiser's official website. Dates shown here are calculated for 2026 from each event's usual pattern: always confirm the final date at source.
Yes, provided the vehicle is registered and insured in its country of residence. Entry conditions as an exhibitor depend on each organiser.
Yes. We source the vehicle in the United States, handle shipping, customs clearance and type-approval, and deliver it ready to drive.
The different event formats
Not every entry in this calendar works the same way. Understanding the format helps you pick the one that suits you, whether you are coming as a spectator or to display your own vehicle.
Of the 5 events listed here, there are 4 shows and 1 cruise. That mix is specific to this country, and it shapes what kind of outing you can plan in each part of the season.
Show
An indoor event, usually ticketed, with trade exhibitors, parts stands and vehicles displayed statically. This is the dominant format in winter.
Cruise / parade
A convoy of vehicles along an announced route, sometimes after dark. The appeal is seeing the cars moving rather than parked.
Swap meet
A spare-parts market, often attached to a show, where hard-to-source original components can be found.
How the 2026 season breaks down
| Month | Events | Example |
|---|---|---|
| March | 2 | Salon de l'auto sport Québec |
| July | 1 | Dream Wheels on Eglinton |
| August | 2 | Wheels on the Danforth |
How this calendar is compiled
Every event on this page is checked against at least two independent sources before publication: the organiser's official website, local press, or a club or federation calendar. Events whose 2026 edition could not be confirmed are removed from the list rather than carried over by default. Relative dates such as "first weekend of the month" are resolved into real dates using the 2026 calendar. Even so, an organiser may change or cancel a date after our last check: the official link on each entry remains the reference to consult before travelling.