First Annual Steel City Street Rods Car Show
Join Steel City Street Rods for the 1st Annual Party at the Beach Car Show on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at Commerce Parkway in Pontoon Beach, Illinois!
Bring your classic cars, trucks, muscle cars, and street rods for a fun day of chrome, horsepower, and community. Enjoy music, a Hot Wheels giveaway for the kids, and three unique trophy awards chosen by the people who matter most: People’s Choice, Steel City Choice, and Kids Choice.
Vehicle registration opens at 8:00 AM, the show begins at 9:00 AM, awards will be presented at 1:30 PM, and cleanup begins at 2:00 PM. All vehicles must be cleared from the grounds by 4:00 PM.
🚗 Vehicle Entry: $15
👨👩👧👦 Spectators: FREE
Whether you’re showing a vehicle or just coming to enjoy the atmosphere, we invite you to help us kick off what we hope becomes a new Metro East tradition celebrating classic cars, local pride, and the hardworking spirit that built our communities.
Cruising the Beach, Steel City Style
Under The Neon Lights
Steel City Street Rods Presents: Granite City by Neon Lights
Cruise into an unforgettable night in the heart of downtown Granite City as Steel City Street Rods brings together classic cars, hot rods, muscle cars, custom builds, and the people who keep car culture alive.
Set against the glow of downtown neon lights, this special evening celebrates the steel town roots that built our community and the passion that keeps these incredible machines on the road. Whether you’re showing off your ride or simply enjoying the atmosphere, you’ll experience a night filled with stunning vehicles, great music, local businesses, food, and plenty of horsepower.
Bring your family, bring your friends, and enjoy a laid-back evening surrounded by chrome, engines, and the unmistakable spirit of Granite City.
📅 October 9, 2026
📍 Downtown Granite City, Illinois
🚗 All makes and models welcome
🎵 Music • Classic Cars • Custom Builds • Downtown Vibes
Built on Steel. Driven by Passion.
More details, registration information, and event schedule coming soon. Stay tuned and help us light up downtown Granite City. 🔥🚘🌆