20th Annual Knights of Pythias Giant Car, Truck & Jeep Judged Show & Chili Cook-Off

The 20th Annual Knights of Pythias Giant Car, Truck & Jeep Judged Show & Chili Cook-Off takes place on Sunday, October 11, 2026, at Memorial Park in New Castle, Indiana. Day-of registration opens from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, and the judged vehicle show runs from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM. All proceeds benefit the New Castle Firefighters’ Children’s Christmas Fund.

Vehicle entry is $15.00 for pre-registration by October 10 or $20.00 on the day of the show, with parking assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Participants can pre-register by emailing their contact and vehicle details to [email protected] and paying on the day of the event. Awards include the Knights of Pythias Best of Show Award in memory of Doug Branscum and Chely Snedigar, best manufacturer honors for Chrysler, Chevy, Dodge, GM, and Ford, specialty awards for interior, paint, engine, and trunk, along with Top 20 Cars, Top 10 Trucks, Top 5 Jeeps, Top 3 New Generation, Top Club, Longest Distance, Best Unfinished, Special Interest, and Best Rat Rod.

Attendees can also enjoy breakfast served from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM with biscuits and gravy, donuts, coffee, juice, and milk. The Chili Cook-Off runs from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM alongside vendors, music provided by DJ CWB, door prizes, a 50/50 drawing, and an open Veteran’s Museum.