La Mesa Classic Car Show & Live Music Event
Thursday: 5 PM - 8 PM
About the Event
FREE summer event in downtown La Mesa featuring classic cars and live bands every Thursday from 5 - 8 p.m. from June 4 - August 27.
The 32nd Annual La Mesa Classic Car Show & Live Music Event rolls into downtown La Mesa beginning June 4, 2026 - August 27 every Thursday from 5 - 8 p.m. Visitors can stroll down La Mesa Blvd. to see beautiful classic cars, trucks, and vans (located between 4th St. - Spring St.) and listen to live music every week from local bands that play atop the iconic La Mesa Lumber truck "stage" located at 3rd & La Mesa Blvd. + a DJ, also from 5 - 8 p.m.!
This is a FREE, family-friendly community event! Come out and celebrate summer with family & friends. And, be sure to dine, shop & explore all that La Mesa Village has to offer while you're here! Tickets are not needed.
2026 Live Music Schedule:
June 4 - The Farmers
June 11 - June & Johns Rockin Country Caravan
June 18 - Blame Betty
June 25 - Santana Soul
July 2 - 3 Car Garage
July 9 - Surf Birdz
July 16 - 8 Track Highway
July 23 - Zeelund
July 30 - The Stand up Guys
August 6 - Safety Orange
August 13 - The Tourmaliners
August 20 - That Beatles Cover Band
August 27 - 80z All Stars
*Bands subject to change.
How to Participate in the Car Show? Want to show off your classic car, truck or van at the La Mesa Classic Car Show this summer? Simply drive down to La Mesa Blvd. and park in one of the designated parking spots between 4th St. - Spring St. There is no registration or fee required. The Car Show is from 5 - 8 p.m. every Thursday, 6/4/26 - 8/27/26. You can arrive anytime you like. Note, parking on La Mesa Blvd. and adjacent streets are metered parking and the 2 hour limit will be enforced until 6 p.m.
