01/31/2026
TICKETS GO ON SALE TOMORROW AT 7 AM at: https://carshowcalendars.com/become-a-participant/
Please read the instructions below (previously sent to those on our email list):
30th Annual Orange Plaza Rotary Car Show
Sunday, May 3, 2026 RAIN OR SHINE – NO REFUNDS
Join us as we celebrate 30 years of classic cars, community, and service in the heart of Old Towne Orange. This milestone event brings together some of the finest classic vehicles and passionate car enthusiasts from across Southern California—all in support of Orange Plaza Rotary’s local youth and community programs.
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🚘 Registration Opens
Tickets go on sale Sunday, February 1, 2026, at 7:00 AM
Online registration only via CarShowCalendars.com – please create your account & “build your garage” before Feb 1 at 7 AM
⚠️ We are NO LONGER USING Eventbrite for vehicle registration.
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🚗 Vehicle Eligibility
• 1975 and older vehicles ONLY
• Limit one (1) vehicle registration per transaction
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🎟️ Registration Details
Registration Fee: $65 (plus PayPal fees - Limit 1 vehicle registration per transaction)
Includes:
One show entry for a classic vehicle on May 3, 2026
• One dash magnet
• One exclusive raffle ticket
(Winner drawn at the closing ceremony — must turn in ticket by 2:00 PM and be present to win)
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📝 Information Needed to Register
Owner Information
• Name
• Email address
• Mobile phone number (day-of-show contact)
Vehicle Information
• Year, make, and model
• License plate number
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⏱️ Important Registration Note
Car Show Calendars.com requires registration and payment to be completed within a limited time window. Please have your information ready before starting the checkout process.
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🚙 Show sold out?
If online registration sells out, stand-by spaces may be available on the morning of the show, as space permits.
• Stand-by check-in begins at 5:45 AM
• Location: Grand & Chapman
• Cash only
• Entry subject to availability
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Thank you for supporting the Orange Plaza Rotary and helping us make this 30th anniversary car show one to remember. Look for more emails this week for online registration instructions.
We can’t wait to see you and your classic ride on Sunday, May 3, 2026!
Yours in Rotary Service,
Orange Plaza Rotary Car Show Committee
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