The Valley Nationals Rod & Custom Show returns to the Madera Fairgrounds in Madera, California, on October 10 and 11, 2025. The event features over 600 rods, customs, classic trucks, VWs, and lowriders. Highlights include a large auto swap meet, invitation-only indoor show, live music, vendors, vintage drag racing display, Cadillac and lowrider showcases, custom motorcycles, a pinup contest, RC car drag racing, an arm wrestling competition, and more.
The Friday Night Kickoff runs from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM with a cruise-in gathering, food trucks, live music, and early swap meet access. Saturday’s main event opens at 7:00 AM. Spectator admission is $5 on Friday and $10 on Saturday. Car show entries are $40 at the gate, with pre-registration available online. More details and registration are at www.hotrodcoalition.com/valleynationals. For swap space and vendor information, contact the numbers provided.