Event Date(s)Saturday, July 18, 2026 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Event LocationR.E. Olds Transportation Museum, Lansing, MI
Event DescriptionJoin the R.E. Olds Museum for the 33rd Annual Car Capital Auto Show! Space is limited to 225 vehicle entrants this year. It’s a day of cruising, fun and entertainment! 100% 3rd Party Judged Show!
Event LocationHenry Ford Museum of American Innovation
Event DescriptionPresented by General Motors, the first comprehensive exhibition covering various forms of American auto racing, including stock car, sports car, drag racing, Indy car, hill climb and land-speed racing, is now open in Dearborn. The 24,000 square-foot exhibit provides visitors an in-depth look at the people, the experiences, the culture, the spectacle, the risks and the innovations centered in the world of American auto sports.
Event TitleAchievement: African Americans' Accomplishments & Contributions in Automotive Exhibit
Event Date(s)On Display Now!
Event LocationAutomotive Hall of Fame, Dearborn, MI
Event DescriptionThe contributions Black Americans have made to the automotive industry have not been celebrated or even fully captured and shared. Very little effort has even been made to conduct the required research to identify the individuals, much less curate an exhibit on their accomplishments. The Automotive Hall of Fame recognizes that these are important stories that need to be told.
Event Date(s)Thursday, July 16th, 2026 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Event LocationStahl's Motors & Music Experience, New Baltimore, MI
Event DescriptionSee the museum in a different light! Stroll through the museum by the glow of neon lights! The overhead lights will be turned down for this special event. The focus will be on signs and lighted gas pumps during this event.
Event DescriptionLeo Hilke started working on some of Pontiac’s most famed projects (like the RamAir V!) and continued to be a key powertrain leader for GM, including leading Pontiac through the very difficult emissions and fuel economy challenges of the early eighties. He’ll provide a technical perspective on engine engineering of that era.
Event LocationSloan Museum of Discovery, Flint, MI
Event DescriptionThe new Distracted Driving interactive game helps drivers see the dangers of driving while distracted and emphasizes the important message of vehicle safety. The new exhibit was supported by a 2024 MotorCities Challenge Grant. Cellphones, text messages music, podcasts and other drivers on the road are introduced to your virtual vehicle while you play. The exhibit actually asks visitors to drive while simultaneously texting messages to friends. The resulting virtual accidents that take place have monetary “costs” assigned based on vehicle damage. Upon completing the course, visitors will see the costs of distracted driving, as well as receive messaging on the dangers of texting while driving. The Distracted Driving Simulator is located in the Museum's Durant Gallery and is free with general admission.
Event Date(s)Thursday, July 9th, 2026 4 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Event LocationStahls Motors & Music Experience, New Baltimore, MI
Event DescriptionEach cruise night delivers live music that sets the vibe, a lineup of food trucks serving local favorites, and creative theme nights that keep every event fresh. Show off your ride, check out an incredible variety of vehicles, and take part in prize drawings throughout the evening.
Event LocationMichigan Flight Museum, Ypsilanti, MI
Event DescriptionThe Michigan Flight Museum hosts its monthly Historic Presentation Night with a special America 250 celebration lecture titled, “Rest Easy, the Continentals are on the Field.” This lecture presented by author and Michigan State University Professor Roger Rosentreter, will explore the origins and changing nature of the American Continental Army. Beginning the Revolutionary War as citizen soldiers to the decisive victory at Yorktown, this program will trace how this army grew into a fully-fledged fighting unit capable of defeating the powerful British Army.
