Get ready for a weekend of chrome, classic rock, and cruising culture at the 7th Annual Henderson Hot Rod Days, presented by the Boulder City Cruisin’ Association and the City of Henderson. Bring the whole family to Downtown Henderson, Nevada, as Water Street shuts down and fills up with hundreds of show-stopping rides from across the region.
Two days, two nights, and one of Southern Nevada’s biggest car show weekends — all free to attend.
Where: Water Street District, Downtown Henderson, NV
When: Friday, October 2, 2026, 4:00 PM–10:00 PM and Saturday, October 3, 2026, 9:00 AM–7:00 PM
Spectator Cost: Free admission — no ticket required
Vehicle Registration: $35 per vehicle, online only
Registration is open to all years, all models, and all car enthusiasts, with spots filling first-come, first-served up to 700 rides. One hundred vehicles will be selected as “Top Picks” and awarded a custom plaque, so lock in your spot early.
Complimentary Weekend Entertainment
Thanks to the support of Lerner and Rowe and the event’s sponsor lineup, guests can enjoy live classic rock bands and DJs, food trucks and vendors, and shopping and activities up and down Water Street — plus the Saturday Awards Ceremony at 6:00 PM.
Additional Henderson Hot Rod Days Highlights
Make a full weekend of it in Downtown Henderson! Registered participants should know:
- Arrival is required by 4:30 p.m. Friday and 8:00 a.m. Saturday, with no refunds for late arrivals once streets close
- Vehicles must stay parked through 10:00 p.m. Friday and 7:00 p.m. Saturday for pedestrian safety
- Overnight Friday parking is available with security on-site, at owner’s risk
- Car clubs should arrive and enter together to be parked together
- No business advertising or political messaging on registered entries
- The event runs rain or shine, with no refunds
Registered drivers will receive a detailed instructional email on Tuesday, September 29, including the parking map, check-in instructions, event schedule, and FAQs.
For additional event details or to register a vehicle, visit BoulderCityCruisin.com or the City of Henderson event page.