Welcome to the Reno-Sparks Main Event
The Largest Nostalgic Classic Car Event in the Country
Nostalgia returns to the Reno-Sparks for the 36th annual Hot August Nights bringing with it a full schedule of Show-n-Shines, cruises, car enthusiast events, live entertainment, drag races and burnouts and a whole lotta fun.
Features free nightly entertainment, show-in-shines, Motorsport Auction Group (MAG) Auctions, drag races and burnouts, a swap meet and more for 10 days. Since 1986 thousands of car enthusiasts from near and far have come to the Reno-Tahoe region to participate in one of the largest annual classic car events in the world with 5,500 officially registered vehicles 1979 or older.
Hot August Nights, a nonprofit organization, began as a way to drive tourism to the area during August. Now, it’s considered an iconic special event for attendees and participants to relive and celebrate the nostalgic times of the 50s, 60s and 70s.
Make a Week of It
Show off all your hard work to more than 250,000 attendees at the largest nostalgic classic car show in the country. Registration is capped at 5,500 vehicles 1979 or older so register today.
July 30, 2023
Bonanza Casino’s Cruisin’ for the Cure car show benefits the Prostate Cancer Foundation with classic cars, live music, food trucks and more.
August 1-6, 2023
The main event with 5,500 officially registered classics taking over the streets of Reno-Sparks for a week of events.
August 3-5, 2023
An auction like no other offering an opportunity to purchase the vehicle of your dreams – old, new and everything in between.
August 3-5, 2023
Find classic cars, hard-to-find parts, tools, memorabilia, antiques, collectibles, vintage and nostalgic items and much more by over 700 vendors.
August 3-5, 2023
View over 200 beautiful collector vehicles ready for sale and available to be taken home by a new owner.
August 3-5, 2023
Offering over 55,000 square feet and over 320 booths of the latest in parts, accessories and technology for your hot rod, street rod and muscle car.
August 3-5, 2023
A tantalizing showcase with ladies’ clothing, accessories, purses and handbags, jewelry, cosmetics, specialty items, handmade arts ‘n crafts and more.
August 5, 2023
Wicked Wayz Tomorrow’s Classics showcases impressive rides for car enthusiasts.
Presented by J Resorts
August 26, 2023
There can be only one. Compete for the award you can’t buy – Hot August Nights’ 2024 featured vehicle – and the ultimate bragging rights.
