Poway Cruisers Car Club

Monthly Membership Meeting - Thursday, January 15 2026
2026-01-15 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Hamburger Factory

MLK Day Holiday - Monday 19 January 2026
2026-01-19 | Bill Personius

Invincible Spirit Festival- Saturday, January 31 2026
2026-01-31 11:00 - 15:00 | Naval Medical Center San Diego, 34800 Bob Wilson Drive, San Diego, CA, 92134
The Invincible Spirit Festival, honoring military members, presented by Gary Sinise & the Lt. Dan Band, is confirmed for Saturday, January 31, 2026, at the Naval Medical Center San Diego, featuring live music, a Show & Shine car show, and meals by Chef Robert Irvine.
Key Details for Invincible Spirit Festival:

What: A celebration for Navy/Military families.
When: Saturday, January 31, 2026.
Where: Naval Medical Center San Diego (NMCSD).
Who: Gary Sinise & the Lt. Dan Band, Chef Robert Irvine, Stolen Silver.
Activities: Live music, car show (lowriders, hotrods), food

Non-military affiliated car owners must be approved for base access by submitting a completed and signed CUI form to rob.w.rice.civ@health.mil at least 3 weeks prior to the event – download fillable form.
Deadline to submit your CUI request to attend the event is Friday 9 January 2026.
Military affiliated car owners should call Rob Rice at 619-532-8466 for information.
More information on the Gary Sinise Foundation.
Those desiring to car pool to the event:
Meet at 8:00a at the 7/11 in the Jack-In-the Box, Floor and Décor Parking Lot off the Carmel Mountain Road and I-15 onramp. Caravan will depart at 8:15a.

In-N-Out Car Show - Saturday, February 7 2026
2026-02-07 10:30 - 13:30 | In and Out Burger Poway, 12890 Gregg Court, Poway, California, 92064, United States
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Sons of the American Legion ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST benefiting Warrior Foundation Freedom Station - Sunday, February 8 2026, American Legion Post 468, Julian
2026-02-08 07:00 - 12:00 | American Legion Post 468, 2503 Washington, Julian, CA, 92036
Note that registration on the Poway Cruisers events pages is for members to track who is attending each event. Some events require additional registration through the car show organizer – refer to the associated event flyer and listed information for details.
Please join us on this trip to Julian to have breakfast to support the warriors. On February 8thSuper Bowl Sunday, we will leave 67 and Vine at 7:30am and cruise to Julian with a stop at Dudley’s Bakery in Santa Isabelle. It is an all you can eat breakfast for $15.00, pay at the door. The American Legion donates all the profits from this breakfast to the Warriors. You will be home in plenty of time to watch the Super Bowl!!
It is important that you please respond to me if you are able to go with us as they reserve parking spots for us directly in front of the American Legion.
Thank you,
Esther old36ford@cox.net
WFFS Super Bowl Breakfast 2026

Steering Committee Meeting – Tuesday, February 10 2026
2026-02-10 17:00 - 19:00 | Kaminski’s BBQ

Valentine's Day - Saturday, February 14 2026
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President's Day - Monday, February 16 2026
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San Diego Auto Swap Meet & Car Show - Monday, February 16 2026, Pechanga Arena
2026-02-16 06:00 - 13:00 | Pechanga Arena, 3500 Sports Arena Bvd, San Diego, CA, 92110, United States
Note that registration on the Poway Cruisers events pages is for members to track who is attending each event. Some events require additional registration through the car show organizer – refer to the associated event flyer and listed information for details.

Browse the rows of vendors selling anything from key chains, helmets, car parts and accessories PLUS food, Music, Awards for the car show participant Winners and More! BUY! SELL! BARTER AND TRADE! Cars for sale too!
Monday, Feb 16th 2026, 6:00am – 1:00pm
Doors Open: 5:30 AM
Purchase tickets
Download 2-for-1 Buyer/Spectator Coupon
Those interested in caravaning to the event, meet Jerry Badders at the Jack in the Box by Floor and Decor at 5:00a

Monthly Membership Meeting - Thursday, February 19 2026
2026-02-19 17:00 - 19:00 | Hamburger Factory

Poway High Auto Club Cars & Coffee - Sat, February 28 2026
2026-02-28 08:00 - 10:00 | Poway High School, 15500 Espola Road, Poway, CA, United States
Note that registration on the Poway Cruisers events pages is for members to track who is attending each event. Some events require additional registration through the car show organizer – refer to the associated event flyer and listed information for details.

powayhighautoclub@gmail.com

Broken Yolks for Car Show Folks - Sat, February 28 2026, Rancho San Diego
2026-02-28 10:00 - 14:00 | Broken Yolk Cafe, 2963 Jamacha Blvd, El Cajon, CA, 92109
Note that registration on the Poway Cruisers events pages is for members to track who is attending each event. Some events require additional registration through the car show organizer – refer to the associated event flyer and listed information for details.
Online sale ends 2/25/26 5:00pm PST

In-N-Out Car Show – Saturday, March 7 2026
2026-03-07 10:30 - 13:30 | In and Out Burger Poway, 12890 Gregg Court, Poway, California, 92064, United States

8th Annual Kearny Alumni Car Show - Sunday, March 8 2026
2026-03-08 09:00 - 14:00 | San Diego County Office of Education, 6401 Linda Vista Road, San Diego, CA, 92111
Note that registration on the Poway Cruisers events pages is for members to track who is attending each event. Some events require additional registration through the car show organizer – refer to the associated event flyer and listed information for details.

Car Show Participants must Pre-Register by 2/28/26 to receive lunch ticket and drawing tickets.
$25 Pre-Reg by 2/28/26
$30 on Event Day
Online registration: kearnyhighalumni.org/carshow
kearnyhighalumniassociation@gmail.com

Steering Committee Meeting – Tuesday, March 10 2026
2026-03-10 17:00 - 19:00 | Filippi’s Pizza Grotto in Poway, 13000 Oak Knoll Dr, Poway, CA 92064, Poway, CA, 92064, United States

Poway High School Car Show - Saturday, March 14 2026
2026-03-14 09:00 - 13:00 | Poway High School, 15500 Espola Road, Poway, CA, United States
Note that registration on the Poway Cruisers events pages is for members to track who is attending each event. Some events require additional registration through the car show organizer – refer to the associated event flyer and listed information for details.
$20.00 Car Admission

Poway High Car Show Flyer 2026

Motors4Music 11th Annual Car Show Fundraiser - Sunday, March 15 2026
2026-03-15 09:00 - 12:30 | San Marcos High School, 663 S. Rancho Sante Fe Road, San Marcos, CA, 92078, United States
Note that registration on the Poway Cruisers events pages is for members to track who is attending each event. Some events require additional registration through the car show organizer – refer to the associated event flyer and listed information for details.
Motors4Music 11th Annual Car Show Fundraiser
Hello Motors4Music friends and family! Mark your calendars and please plan to join us for our annual celebration of cars and great live music in support of the SMHS band and color guard programs! For our 11th year, you will have the exciting opportunity to enjoy the talents of the San Marcos High School band students as you take in amazing show vehicles from all over San Diego County and beyond! We love our M4M community and hope you will join us on our big day!
This year we will continue our tradition of donuts and coffee, multiple local food truck offerings, a sponsor alley and an expanded vendor market – and don’t forget the chance to win one of our famous M4M Custom Trophies hand crafted by our marching band props fabricator and master technician, Ryan Carpenter! Our vehicle judging classes cover all makes, models, and years of classic and contemporary cars as well as trucks and hotrods. We have additional awards for specific brands, unique features, and club participation.
Admission for spectators is free and the online entry fee for a vehicle is only $35. Early-bird registration before Jan 1 is only $30 and day of registration is $40. Register early as spots are limited.
All proceeds directly benefit the San Marcos High School Bands & Color Guard.
Location: San Marcos High School student parking lot
Date: March 15, 2026
Time: 9 am – 12:30 pm
Rain or shine – no pets – no alcohol
Click the image below to register your vehicle

Monthly Membership Meeting - Thursday, March 19 2026
2026-03-19 17:00 - 19:00 | Hamburger Factory

Sunrunners Car Club Carne Asada Run Car Show - Saturday, March 21 2026 - Eager Park, Imperial, CA
2026-03-21 10:00 - 15:00
Note that registration on the Poway Cruisers events pages is for members to track who is attending each event. Some events require additional registration through the car show organizer – refer to the associated event flyer and listed information for details.
Sunrunners Car Club 40th Annual Carne Asada Run Car Show
10a-3p
Eager Park – 10th & G St. Imperial, Ca 92251
760-356-0627
Sunrunners Cars Show 3-21-26

Summer Fling - Sat, Mar 28 2026, South Clairemont Park
2026-03-28 09:00 - 14:00 | South Clairemont Park, 3605 Clairemont Drive, San Diego, CA, 92117
Note that registration on the Poway Cruisers events pages is for members to track who is attending each event. Some events require additional registration through the car show organizer – refer to the associated event flyer and listed information for details.
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In-N-Out Car Show – Saturday, April 4 2026
2026-04-04 10:30 - 13:30 | In and Out Burger Poway, 12890 Gregg Court, Poway, California, 92064, United States
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Steering Committee Meeting – Tuesday, April 7 2026
2026-04-07 17:00 - 19:00 | TBD
Steering Committee Meeting

SDACC Meetup - Tuesday, April 7 2026, Pernicano's Family Italian Restaurant
2026-04-07 17:00 - 19:00 | Pernicano’s Family Italian Restaurant, 1588 Main St, E, CA, 92021
The San Diego Association of Car Clubs (SDACC) holds free, recurring, every-other-month meetups from April through October 2026 (5-7 PM), featuring cars, awards, music, and food, with $500 in charity prizes. Key 2026 locations include Pernicano’s (April 7), Classie Malt Shop (June 2), Big Kahuna’s (Aug 4), and Estrada’s (Oct 6).
Meetup Schedule & Details:

When: 1st Tuesday of every other month (April, June, August, October), 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Locations:

April 7, 2026: Pernicano’s Family Italian Restaurant (1588 Main St, El Cajon, CA 92021).
June 2, 2026: Classie Malt Shop (3625 Midway Dr, San Diego, CA 92110).
August 4, 2026: Big Kahuna’s (600 Palm Ave, Imperial Beach, CA 91932).
October 6, 2026: Estrada’s Garage (9630 Carlton Hills Blvd, Santee, CA 92071).

Features: Free entry, open to all vehicles, 50/50 raffle, music, awards, and $500 for a charity of the winner’s choice.

For the most up-to-date information, including potential rain cancellations, check the official SDACC Instagram page. Additional local events are listed on the SDACC General Car Show Calendar.

Good Guys Del Mar Nationals - Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10-12 April 2026
2026-04-10 - 2026-04-12 | Del Mar Nationals, United States
https://good-guys.com/dmn – See Registration and Payment Method at this link.*
*Signing Up on the Poway Cruiser’s Website DOES NOT get you Registered and Paid for this Event!
25th Meguiar’s Del Mar Nationals presented by FiTech Fuel Injection
April 10-12, 2026
Del Mar Fairgrounds
2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014
Friday, April 10th: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Saturday, April 11th: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Sunday, April 12th: 8:00am – 3:00pm

Monthly Membership Meeting - Thursday, April 16 2026
2026-04-16 17:00 - 19:00 | Hamburger Factory

Ladies Day Out Event - Friday, April 17 2026, Julian
2026-04-17 10:00 - 16:00 | julian, Julian, CA
LADIES DAY OUT EVENT
April 17, 2026
10:00a to 4:00p
Come spend a day shopping and having lunch in Julian with Norma Niedens and our fellow Poway Cruisers ladies.
We will meet at the Lowe’s parking lot in Poway at 9:45a and leave at 10:00a. We will carpool from there in our regular cars (no classics). The shops in Julian will have all sorts of wonderful iteems to looat and purchase.
We will have lunch at one of their restaurants (not sure which one at this time) around 1:00p and then finish up our shopping around 3:00p and start to head back to San Diego.
If you are interested in going, text or call Norma Niedens at 858-357-6683. Once she has a head count, she can determine logistics for how may drivers will be needed. Let her know if you are also willing to drive.
This should be a fun day for the ladies to browse the stores, chit chat, have lunch together and enjoy each other’s company. Please feel free to call Normal with any questions. We hope all you ladies will consider this outing.
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Kiwanis Car Show & Chili Cookoff - Saturday, April 18 2026, Jamul
2026-04-18 09:00 - 16:00 | Pio Pico Thousand Trails, 14615 Otay Lakes Road, Jamul, CA, 91935
Fletcher Hills La Mesa and Jamul Kiwanis Clubs are partnering this year on their 15th Annual Car Show and Chili Cookoff fundraiser being held on Saturday, April 18 from 9:00a-4:00p.
Pre-register by April 11 for $30 per participant, $40 postmarked after April 11. All monies going to Kiwanis charities like Children’s Hospital, local scholarships, Sponsored Youth, and a bunch of good stuff.
For more inforamtion visit the webpage at jamulkiwanis.org or contact Bruce Chase at chasebrucer@gmail.com, 619-994-4663.
Jamul Car Show Fundraiser
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Ramona Senior Center Car Show - Saturday, April 18 2026
2026-04-18 10:00 - 14:00 | Ramona Senior Center, 1234 Barger Pl., Ramona, C, 92065
The 2026 Ramona Senior Center Car Show is scheduled for April 18, 2026, from 10:00a-2:00p at Grace Community Church, 1234 Barger Place. No pre-registration is required. Donations from each vehicle are greatly appreciated and benefit the Ramona Senior center.

Ramona Senior Center
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True Line Annual Customer Appreciation Car Show - Sunday, April 19 2026, El Cajon
2026-04-19 08:00 - 11:00 | true, 210 W. Bradley Ave, Suite A, El Cajon, CA, 92020
True Line
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La Jolla Concours d’Elegance - April 24-26, 2026, La Jolla Cove
2026-04-24 18:00 - 2026-04-26 16:00 | Ellen Browning Scripps Park, 1100 Coast Blvd, La Jolla, CA, 92037, United States
Celebrating Automotive Beauty and Excellence

Each spring, the Pacific coastline transforms into a celebration of craftsmanship, cuisine, and design. Collectors, creators, and culinary masters converge to savor an unforgettable weekend of taste and beauty by the sea.
La Jolla Concours VIP Opening Soirée La Jolla Concours d’Elegance
Friday, April 24, 2026 | 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM Sunday, April 26, 2026 | 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Tickets and Registration

15 Volunteers Needed
Date: Sunday April 26
Time: 1:30p-4:00/5:00p
What: Assist with Awards Corridor
Contact: Steve Bauman at steven.e.bauman@gmail.com
Register: https://lajollaconcours.com/volunteer/

This year, Steve Bauman is the captain for the Awards Ceremony Corridor Team and would like to extend a volunteer opportunity to the club. The volunteering opportunity is fun, it includes free admission to the show and a free lunch. Parking not included but early arrival allows for street parking. You will be working the afternoon awards ceremony. Our main job will be to create a corridor using stanchions during the Awards Ceremony and kindly orchestrate crowd control, directing all event personal and guests away from the corridor of classic cars. This starts after lunch around 1:30pm and ends around 4-5pm.

If you would like to join the volunteer team, please register at the link above and email Steve your desire to join the team. If you have any questions, please feel free to call, email or text Steve.
