Best of Arizona Cars and Coffee
Arizona’s premier judged Cars and Coffee returns to Fountain Park. Hundreds of standout vehicles, awards, specialty coffee, food and music on one of the state’s most scenic lakeside lawns.
EVENT AT A GLANCE
Quick Info
WHEN
Sunday, December 6, 2026
· 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
WHERE
Great Lawn at Fountain Park
12925 N Saguaro Blvd, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
West side of the park, off Saguaro Blvd
ADMISSION
FREE
Free entry and parking for spectators and public attendees
JUDGED SHOW
6 award categories including Best of Show + free raffle for registered display cars
SHOW YOUR CAR
General $25 · Premium $50 · VIP $100
ON SITE
Specialty coffee · Food trucks · Energy drinks · Music
About the Event
The 4th Best of Arizona Cars and Coffee returns to Fountain Park for its third appearance on the Great Lawn. Organized by Arizona Cars and Coffee and presented by Fueled by Cars and Coffee and JR Garage, the event brings together the best of the Phoenix and Scottsdale automotive scene for a highly curated celebration of Arizona car culture.
Expect an unforgettable setting, a judged car show, and a diverse collection of vehicles against the lake, Fountain Park’s iconic fountain, and the McDowell Mountains.
Show Your Car: Pick Your Spot on the Lawn
Registration is open. Choose the display experience that best fits your vehicle, then select Register in your tier:
Premium Display
$50
Display your vehicle on the South or Central Great Lawn, with enhanced visibility for spectators.
Register Premium →
VIP Display
$100
A premium location at the southeast corner near the lake, food trucks, and Fueled by Cars and Coffee’s coffee and music experience.
Register VIP →
View Event Map
See where each display tier is located, plus gates and directions
Important Display Requirement
Display vehicle gates open at 8:30 AM. All display vehicles must arrive by 10:00 AM and remain on display until 1:00 PM, as required by the Town of Fountain Hills.
Judged Car Show and Awards
Judges will recognize standout vehicles in six categories:
Best of Show
Best American
Best European
Best Asian
Best Electric
Craziest Build by Crazy Jacket Car Guy
Bonus: Awards will be presented at 12:30 PM at the Fueled by Cars and Coffee vendor booth in row 13, next to the Anthem Cars and Coffee tent, followed by a free raffle exclusively for registered display vehicle owners.
What to Expect
This is where concours-level polish meets true Cars and Coffee energy. Discover an exceptional mix of supercars, exotics, muscle cars, classics, off-road builds, EVs, JDM and KDM icons, restomods, and one-of-a-kind custom showstoppers — all displayed on the grass against one of Arizona’s most scenic backdrops.
- Thousands of spectators and hundreds of display vehicles from across the Valley and beyond.
- Specialty coffee and music: Fueled by Cars and Coffee, the Official Coffee of Car Culture.
- Food vendors: Wildly Wicked Waffles and Bonafide Beef.
- Energy drinks: Omezza Energy.
- Automotive community: Cars and Coffee groups, Car Clubs and individual vehicle display owners.
- Scenic setting: A spectacular lakeside lawn with Fountain Park’s iconic fountain and mountain backdrop.
Participating Cars and Coffee Groups
Six of the Valley’s leading Cars and Coffee organizers are bringing standout vehicles from their regular events:
All six are members of the Cars and Coffee Coalition. They were among the original groups at the inaugural event and have participated in every edition since the first.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is Best of Arizona Cars and Coffee?
Sunday, December 6, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM on the Great Lawn at Fountain Park, 12925 N Saguaro Blvd, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268. The show is on the west side of the park, off Saguaro Blvd.
Is it free to attend?
Yes. Entry and parking are free for spectators and the public. Display vehicle registration is the only paid part of the event.
How do I register my car for the show?
Vehicle registration is open now.
Register your vehicle here and choose General ($25), Premium ($50), or VIP ($100). All display vehicle owners sign a liability waiver during registration.
What's the difference between General, Premium, and VIP Display?
General ($25) places your vehicle on the North Great Lawn. Premium ($50) places it on the South or Central Great Lawn with enhanced visibility for spectators. VIP ($100) puts it in the southeast corner near the lake, the food trucks, and Fueled by Cars and Coffee's coffee and music.
What time do display vehicles need to arrive?
Gates open for display vehicles at 8:30 AM, so you can arrive early to get set up before the crowds. All display vehicles must arrive by 10:00 AM and stay on display until 1:00 PM, as required by the Town of Fountain Hills.
What awards are given, and when?
Judges award Best of Show, Best American, Best European, Best Asian, Best Electric, and Craziest Build (presented by Crazy Jacket Car Guy). Awards are presented at 12:30 PM at the Fueled by Cars and Coffee vendor booth in row 13, next to the Anthem Cars and Coffee tent.
Who can enter the raffle?
The raffle is free and exclusively for registered display vehicle owners. It follows the awards presentation.
Will there be food and drinks?
Yes. Fueled by Cars and Coffee is serving specialty coffee, Wildly Wicked Waffles and Bonafide Beef are bringing food, and Omezza Energy is on site with energy drinks.
What kinds of cars will be at the show?
Expect supercars, exotics, muscle cars, classics, off-road builds, EVs, JDM and KDM icons, restomods, and custom showstoppers from Cars and Coffee groups, car clubs, and individual owners across the Phoenix and Scottsdale area.
Become a Sponsor
Put your brand in front of thousands of attendees and hundreds of display vehicles. Sponsorship opportunities offer visibility across the event, judged car show, music, coffee service, and premium display areas, with packages ranging from General to VIP placement along the lake.
View Sponsorship Packages
Giving Back: HopeKids Holiday Toy Drive
We’re proud to welcome HopeKids again this year for a holiday toy drive. Your donation helps brighten the season for children with life-threatening medical conditions and their families.
Bring a New, Unwrapped Toy
Drop it off at the HopeKids booth (row 16B) or the Fueled by Cars and Coffee booth (row 13).
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