The Queen City Region AACA and 1812 Brewery are joining organizers across the country to celebrate the Seventeenth annual Collector Car Appreciation Day by holding a Cruise-In on Friday July 10th, 5pm in the lower parking lot of 1812 Brewery. As a singular tribute to the collector car industry and the millions of hobbyists it supports, the second Friday in July is recognized as Collector Car Appreciation Day as a means to raise awareness of the vital role automotive restoration and collection plays in American society.

“We are excited that businesses and hobbyists throughout the country are joining together to celebrate the positive presence that the automotive industry has in local communities,” said Kyle Blake, Queen City Region President. “We’re looking forward to the National Collector Car Appreciation Cruise-In where people will be able to demonstrate their love for automobiles. The event is going to be even more special knowing that car-lovers across the country are celebrating as well.”

The National Collector Car Appreciation Day Cruise-In is one of hundreds of car events taking place to celebrate Collector Car Appreciation Day, recognized officially on July 10, 2026. SEMA, a trade association for businesses in the automotive specialty equipment market, and ARMO, a council within SEMA that is dedicated to preserving and promoting the automotive restoration industry, began recognizing Car Collector Appreciation Day in 2010.

The National Collector Car Appreciation Cruise-In will include more than 50+ vehicles, including live music performances by the group Night Traveler as they Celebrate the Beatles. Attendees will be able to see the detailed craftsmanship that goes into restoring a classic car up close and in person. Admission is Free.

For additional details about the event, visit contact The Queen City Region at 443-564-7268, [email protected]