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August Events in Northern California

August in Northern California is the perfect time to get out and meet fellow car enthusiasts like us at Martin Auto Color!

Great weather, food, entertainment and classic cars are the perfect reasons to gather your family and friends at a festival or event in our area. Here are a few suggestions for things you might do during the month of August in Northern California.

COOL HARBOR NIGHTS CAR SHOW

Description:
Come enjoy our Cool Harbor Nights Car Show. It’s free to everyone and we encourage all ages to attend. You’ll have the opportunity to see cars, trucks, and motorcycles, of all years, makes and models. Have a car you’d like to show? If you do, please bring it. There are no particular requirements to show. Hope to see you there!

When:
Thursday, August 2, 2018
3:00PM-7:00PM

Where:
Pillar Point Harbor
1 Johnson Pier
Half Moon Bay, California

More Information:

https://www.facebook.com/events/289264818274661

THE 22ND ANNUAL NOSTALGIA DAYS CRUISE & CAR SHOW

Description:
With 21 successful years behind us, Nostalgia Days — presented by the Downtown Novato Business Association — has become a cornerstone event in Downtown Novato, California. Each year the city closes down 7 blocks of beautifully tree lined Grant Avenue for a full day while summer is still in full swing.

With the sound of classic rock ‘n roll floating in the air, thousands of visitors enjoy free admission as they admire hundreds of vehicles of all types, including classic cars, hot rods and kustoms – just to name a few.  The afternoon is capped off with a full slate of awards given to the best in each category as well as cash prizes for Best in Show and the People’s Choice. Hundreds of local families come out to cheer for the police escorted Hot Rod Cruise through Downtown Novato on the Friday evening before the main event.

When:
Friday, August 3rd and Saturday, August 4th, 2018
3:00PM-7:00PM

Where:
The Car Show takes place on Grant Ave between Redwood Blvd and 7th St in beautiful Downtown Novato, California.

More Information:
http://www.nostalgiadaysnovato.com/

THE 15TH ANNUAL HOT AUGUST DAY CAR SHOW AND BARBEQUE

Description:
The Sierra View Region of the VCCA and Chico Elks Lodge #423 present the 15th annual Hot August Day Car Show. The show is held under shade trees on the grass at the Chico Elks Lodge and is open to all makes of cars! Come join us in this shaded picnic area for a day of cool cars, good food, lots of raffles, vendors, silent auction and great music.  This car show is FREE to spectators!  Truly, a fun day for all!

When:
Saturday, August 4, 2018
8:00AM-3:00PM

Where:
Chico Elks Lodge
1705 Manzanita Ave.
Chico, California

More Information:
http://www.vintagechevroletclub.org/

CAPPUCCINO CRUISER’S CRUISE NIGHT

Description:
After 23 years, you can still count on the same great music, raffles, and awards and, there will be plenty of sponsors of food, all within walking distance of the long-established cruise location!

When:
Wednesday, August 8, 2018
5:00PM-9:00PM

Where:
Denny’s Restaurant
1011 Riley St
Folsom, California

More Information:
http://www.capcruz.com/

MONTEREY CARS AND COFFEE

Description:
Join other car enthusiasts for this casual get together where we drink coffee and check out some great cars from the local area. Free, no registration required!

When:
Saturday, August 11, 2018
8:00AM-10:00AM

Where:
Del Rey Oaks Park
969 Angelus Way
Monterey, California

More Information:
https://www.facebook.com/Monterey-Cars-and-Coffee-436551633099014/

MEL’S DINER SHOW AND SHINE

Description:
At Mel’s Diner Antioch, we have been serving up fun and great food since 1947. We are the place to go for a bye-gone era that offers simple pleasures and a friendly atmosphere. We host the Diner Show and Shine for our car enthusiasts to meet and show off classic cars!

When:
Wednesday, August 15, 2018
4:00PM-7:00PM

Where:
Mel’s Diner
4827 Lone Tree Way
Antioch, California

More Information:
https://www.facebook.com/originalmelsdinerantioch/

LAKESIDE CAR & BOAT SHOW

Description:
The Lakeside Car & Boat Show is a very special event with 100% of proceeds going to Operation Tango Mike, an organization that sends care packages to in-service military personnel. We have two days of fun planned on land and water.  Last year our show expanded onto Main Street, Lakeport and we’re looking forward to adding even more in 2018.

Because this show represents the volunteer efforts of Dave Lakatos and Tony Barthel our resources are limited so only online registrations will be accepted. We sold out in 2017 and expect to do so again for 2018, so register early.

When:
Friday, August 17th and Saturday, August 18th, 2018
4:00PM-7:00PM

Where:
Main Street
Lakeport, California

More Information:
http://www.curbside.tv/lakeboatshow

EXOTICS ON CANNERY ROW

Description:
For one week out of the year the quiet coastal town of Monterey turns into a mecca for the automotive world drawing visitors from around the globe. Monterey Car Week is an inspirational experience full of rare cars, breathtaking scenery and memorable events. For automotive enthusiasts, collectors and curators it is the ultimate representation of their passion.

When:
Saturday, August 25th, 2018
3:00PM-8:00PM

Where:
Cannery Row
Monterey, California

More Information:
http://www.exoticsoncanneryrow.com/

For more helpful advice or a full list of our refinishing products, contact a Martin Auto Color location near you!

We have many locations in the Northern California area, including Carson City, Redding, San Leandro, Santa Cruz, Yuba City, Chico, San Jose, San Mateo, and West Sacramento. All of our hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., closed on Saturday and Sunday.

To see all of our locations or to find the location closest to you, visit https://martinautocolor.com/locations/.

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