Valley Nationals Oct. 9-10
Hot Rod Coalition Celebrates 10 Years of the Valley Nationals in Madera
The Hot Rod Coalition is gearing up for a milestone weekend as the 10th Annual Valley Nationals Rod & Custom Show returns to the Madera Fairgrounds on Friday and Saturday, October 9th and 10th, 2026.
For the past decade, the Valley Nationals has brought together hot rods, customs, classic cars, trucks, and automotive enthusiasts from throughout California and beyond. This year’s 10th anniversary celebration promises to be one of the biggest and most exciting Valley Nationals yet.
The weekend will kick off Friday evening at 5:00 PM with live music, food, drinks, vendors, early access to the auto swap meet and plenty of opportunities to cruise the fairgrounds and connect with fellow automotive enthusiasts.
Saturday’s main event will feature more than 600 rods, customs, classics and trucks throughout the Madera Fairgrounds, along with a massive auto swap meet, an invitation-only indoor car show and a full day of entertainment for the entire family.
One of this year’s featured attractions will be a historic drag racing display hosted by Rocky Phillips, showcasing the cars and personalities that helped shape the Central Valley’s drag racing scene.
The Valley Nationals will also feature a dedicated big rig display curated by Jim Ogawa, giving attendees an up-close look at an impressive collection of customized and beautifully detailed trucks. A special Cadillac display will once again take over the barn, featuring a carefully selected group of standout Cadillacs.
Additional attractions will include a Lowrider Showcase, custom motorcycle display, classic car vendors, Makers Alley, live music, RC car drag racing, beer booths, food vendors and much more.
Awards will include the Valley Nationals’ signature Top 50 Awards, along with special sponsor picks presented to some of the weekend’s most impressive vehicles.
Vehicle preregistration is $40, while registration at the gate will be $45. Preregistration includes entry into both Friday evening’s kickoff and Saturday’s main event.
Whether you have attended since the beginning or will be experiencing the Valley Nationals for the first time, the Hot Rod Coalition invites you to “Motate to Madera” and help celebrate 10 years of cars, community and Central Valley automotive history.
The 10th Annual Valley Nationals Rod & Custom Show takes place October 9 and 10, 2026, at the Madera Fairgrounds.
For registration and additional event information, visit HotRodCoalition.com/ValleyNationals.
More info: Text 559-825-6808 or email info@hotrodcoaltion.com
To secure your Auto Swap Space: Call or Text Austin Thornton: 559-260-1199
Vendor Information: Call or text Jovanna: 559-301-0879 or email jovanna@hotrodcoalition.com
