Guide to Car Shows in Texas

Starting in March of 2006, Texas is the place to be for car shows. From charity events to Concours d'Elegance to antique traders to swap meets, Texas as it all, and enthusiasts from far and wide come together to talk shop and show off their engines. No expense is spared for these high-energy events, and cold beer is always available from street cart vendors. Every year, my family travels from our home in Oklahoma to Texas for the biggest events, as do many residents of Oklahoma, Arkansas, New Mexico, and Louisiana.

The 2006 schedule is proving a more exciting year for car shows than 2005, with more than twenty events already planned throughout the year. More are sure to crop up as organizations get ready to host new events and the excitement builds for car enthusiasts. Here are some of the bigger events.

10th Annual Haskell Volunteer Fire Department Car Show

Where: Haskell, TX
When: March 18, 2006; 8AM - 4PM
Cost: $20/car
More Information: Randy Shaw; haskellfdcarshow@hotmail.com; (940) 864-2023

For the tenth year in a row, the Haskell Volunteer Fire Department is hosting this radical car show to raise money for their firefighting efforts. Spectators can watch for free while car owners show off their stuff, and the local businesses open their doors with sales, clearances, and door prizes for everyone.

21st Annual Dogwood Trails Car Show

Where: Palestine, Texas
When: March 18, 2006; 10AM - 3PM
Cost: $20.00 on the day of the show; $15.00 for pre-registration
More Information: Gary Whitten; gjchevy@dctexas.net; http://www.carsofpalestine.com

The Annual Dogwood Trails festival is a big deal in Texas, and always draws an enormous crowd. The car show is held on the day of the parade, March 18, and everyone is invited to join in the fun. All cars are welcome from 1920's models to 2000 vehicles, and there will be at least 42 awards distributed among more than 20 classes.

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