Vista Rod Run

When: August 5, 2012
Time: 9am - 2pm
Where: Main Street, Downtown
Vista, CA (map)
Admission: FREE
Phone: (760) 414-9391
More info: Event website

Vista Rod Run will feature over 300 classic cars, muscle cars, hot rods and specialty vehicles, on display, along Main Street in historic downtown. The free event is expected to attract 8,000 to 10,000 people.

The cars and motorcycles will compete for trophies in 31 categories, including Best of Show, Best Graphics, Best Upholstery, Best Paint, Best Woodie, People Choice, Best Longest Distance, Best Custom Motorcycle, Club Participation and more.

The car show will also feature slot-car racing, in which participants race miniature cars on a motorized track, controlled by remotes.

A live band will play oldies tunes and several food vendors will sell tasty dishes, including tri-tip sandwiches and burgers, street tacos, Italian ices, funnel cakes and more.