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Signature Event

Hot August Nights

People walk past classic cars with open hoods on a sunny street in Reno, Nevada. The iconic RENO: The Biggest Little City in the World arch is visible in the background. Trees and buildings line the street.
Classic cars drive down a city street at night with bright lights and blurred motion, while people watch from the sidewalk. A tall, illuminated hotel building is visible in the background.
Cars are driving under a neon
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Hot August Nights celebrates classic cars, custom builds, hot rods, and rock ’n’ roll nostalgia throughout Reno, Sparks, and Virginia City. Zero in on shiny chrome, custom paint, white-wall tires, souped-up engines, and show-n-shines held throughout the region.

Keep your eyes peeled for an extraordinary lineup of restored, souped-up, and near-pristine vehicles on display during Hot August Nights in Reno.

For generations, Hot August Nights has been a mecca for motorheads who cruise in by the thousands from all over the country for a celebration of all things classic car. The event fills northern Nevada with show-n-shines, drag races, cruises, poker walks and runs, swap meets, and a collector car auction.

Festivities take place across Reno, Sparks, and Virginia City, with auto aficionados gathering at casino resorts, Victorian Square, and other event venues throughout the region. Visitors can catch organized night cruises in downtown Reno and Sparks, admire rows of restored rides, browse vendors, and take in free concerts and live entertainment throughout the event.

Whether you’re hunting for a dream build, chasing the rumble of classic engines, or just soaking up one of Nevada’s signature summer events, Hot August Nights delivers a full-throttle celebration of car culture. For the latest schedule, venue details, participant registration, VIP experiences, entertainment, and event updates, visit the official Hot August Nights website.

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