Frequently Asked Questions

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The show takes place Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Registration runs from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Judging happens from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., with awards at 3:00 p.m.

We set up in the grass lot just north of the H-58/M-28 roundabout in Munising, thanks to Mativ for providing the space.

You can register the day of the show, but we recommend pre-registering to save time and guarantee your spot—we’re capping entries at 200 cars. The first 120 vehicles to register get a dash plaque.

 $20 per vehicle. This helps cover the cost of awards, logistics, and, most importantly, supports veteran organizations like the All Veterans Memorial, Wounded Warrior Project, and U.P. Honor Flight.

We give out awards to the Top 21 vehicles, as chosen by fellow participants. There are also special categories like:

• Mayor’s Choice
• Veterans Choice
• Best Paint
• Longest Distance Traveled

Our Friday Cruise to Grand Marais is open to anyone who wants to join. We leave from the car show lot north of the roundabout on M-28 in Munising at 1:00 p.m. sharp on Friday, September 19. It's a scenic ride along the winding H-58—also called the Hurricane Highway.

Yes—bring the kids, grandparents, and everyone in between. We’ll have music, food vendors, door prizes, and even a Flintstones-style car for the little ones.

Absolutely. While the show is for registered vehicles, the event is open to the public. Come browse the lineup, vote for your favorites, grab lunch, and enjoy the day.

The show runs rain or shine. We’re used to Upper Peninsula weather—you bring the umbrella, we’ll bring the cars.

Munising has plenty of hotels and motels, but they book up fast during car show weekend. Click here to see a full list of local accommodations.

No. This is an alcohol-free event, in line with our family-friendly and veteran-honoring values.

The Munising Bay Cruisers Veteran Support Organization. We’re a volunteer-run nonprofit, and everything we raise goes right back into veteran causes. Meet our board here.