PROCEEDS SUPPORT THE WV INDEPENDENCE NETWORK

Haddad Riverfront Park hosts special annual events and concerts, along with the occasional private gathering. The amphitheater seats up to 2,500 people with lovely views of the river and downtown Charleston. Boaters can dock at the riverfront park and watch the city activity from the peace of the water. 

Show Cars Roll-In and Registration starts at 9am.

Food Vendors and Exhibitor setup is 8am to 10am.

Show opens to the public from 11am to 6pm.

Live Local Music 11:30am to 6pm.

Award Ceremony 4:30pm.

Rev up your excitement because admission to our car show is free for all! We're opening our doors to the public, welcoming enthusiasts of all ages to come and experience the thrill of automotive excellence. But wait, there's more! While entry won't cost you a dime, we graciously accept donations to support our event and individuals with disabilities in West Virginia. Every contribution, no matter how small, fuels our passion for bringing together the best in automotive innovation and community camaraderie. So, bring your friends, bring your family, and join us for a day of excitement, exploration, and maybe even a little generosity. Let's make memories together at our free-admission car show!

In addition to the city's normally available accessible parking, extra accessible parking will be reserved on Laidley Street and Summers Street between Virginia Street and Kanawha Boulevard. 

The purpose of the Freedom Car Show is to help raise funds for the West Virginia Independence Network's Community Living Services Program and to educate the public on what the Centers for  Independent Living do to make WV a better place to live, work, and play for people with disabilities.

Roll-In and same day registration starts at 9am. First 50 entrants receive a Freedom Car Show  commemorative dash plaque and goodie bag.

Early registration is $25 and ends October 1, 2025. After October 1, registration fee is $35.

Sign language interpreting provided by CHAMP Interpreters, LLC.