26th Annual Cruise to the Carousel Car Show

26th Annual Cruise to the Carousel Car Show runs from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM on Sunday, August 30, 2026.

26th Annual Cruise to the Carousel Car Show takes place at Heritage Carousel, 715 Guthrie Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50316.

Show car registration for 26th Annual Cruise to the Carousel Car Show is free. Pre-registration is available online.

Spectator admission for 26th Annual Cruise to the Carousel Car Show is free.

You can register your vehicle online through the event's registration page.

26th Annual Cruise to the Carousel Car Show is a judged event. Judged car shows typically award trophies for class winners and overall categories like Best in Show and People's Choice.

Yes, spectators are welcome! Admission is free for spectators.

Yes, the event listing indicates modified and custom vehicles are welcome at 26th Annual Cruise to the Carousel Car Show.

Yes, food and/or refreshments are available at 26th Annual Cruise to the Carousel Car Show based on the event listing.

Yes, 26th Annual Cruise to the Carousel Car Show features raffles and/or door prizes based on the event listing.

Yes, this is the 26th year for this event, making it a well-established tradition in the Des Moines, IA car community.

26th Annual Cruise to the Carousel Car Show is both a judged show and a cruise-in, so you can compete for awards or simply park and hang out.