Custom Car Revival 2026

The 2026 Custom Car Revival is a three-day automotive event dedicated exclusively to traditionally styled custom cars, scheduled to take place June 11–13, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States.

The 2026 Custom Car Revival is a three-day automotive event dedicated exclusively to traditionally styled custom cars, scheduled to take place June 11–13, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States.

The event continues the Custom Car Revival's long-standing focus on historically accurate American custom cars and is promoted as the only U.S.-based car show limited solely to traditional customs.

Event Overview

The Custom Car Revival is restricted to vehicles built in a traditional custom style, generally reflecting American custom car practices from the late 1930s through the early 1960s. Cars featuring modern styling elements or contemporary modifications are not eligible to participate.

The 2026 edition will follow the established three-day format introduced in earlier years, utilizing a centralized hotel-based venue with both grass and asphalt display areas. Participation is limited, maintaining the event’s curated approach and emphasis on period-correct craftsmanship.

Location and Dates

Dates: June 11–13, 2026
City: Indianapolis Country: United States

Indianapolis has served as the event’s host city due to its central geographic location, allowing participation from custom car owners across the United States and Canada.

Focus and Significance

The Custom Car Revival emphasizes traditional custom car design inspired by mid-20th-century American custom shops and builders. The event attracts vehicles influenced by classic West Coast custom traditions and has become a meeting point for builders, historians, and enthusiasts dedicated to preserving traditional custom car culture.