
Sunday September 20th from 11 AM to 3 PM
First 50 pre-registrants and first 150 show arrivals receive free 2026 Car Show dash plaque
Schedule
9AM
Show parking begins
ALL SHOW CARS GO TO DIETZ STADIUM
Preregistered cars will obtain their vehicle display cards and then be directed to parking from here. Day of Registration will also take place here
11AM
Show & music officially begin
12PM
Cut-off for show judging
3PM
Awards & Raffle winners
The Mainetti & Mainetti Uptown Car Show returns for another exciting year in Uptown Kingston’s historic Stockade District
Headlining The Pugsly’s Barbershop Stage is Reverend Horton Heat, with special performances by The Sci-Flies and Messer Chups

Awards
Awards for best in show will be chosen by judges for 17 different categories with 1st place trophies and some 2nd place plaques for a total of 28 awards
All spectators are welcome free of charge. All show cars, bikes, and trucks must purchase tickets


Car Show FAQ’s
How do I Pre-register?
Show cars/trucks/motorcycles can pre-register HERE
Do I have to Pre-register?
Day of registration will be available however, the first 50 pre-registrants will receive an Uptown Car Show dash plaque
Where is Day of Registration?
Day of registrants should go to the Dietz Stadium parking lot where they will be directed to registration for their vehicle. There you will be given everything you need to enter the show.
Where do I go if I Pre-registered?
Pre-registered vehicles should go to the Dietz Stadium parking lot where they will be directed for parking when it is available in Uptown
When should I arrive if I intend to be in the show?
We will begin parking show cars/trucks/motorcycles as soon as we are allowed to close the streets at 9 AM
What streets are going to be closed for Car Show parking?
Closed streets will include:
- North Front between Crown Street and Fair Street
- Wall Street down to Main Street
- John Street between Crown Street and Fair Street
- Crown Street between John Street and North Front Street
- Green Street between North Front Street and Lucas Avenue
CLICK HERE to view map of the car show
Do you take donations?
Absolutely! If you would like to make a donation before the show, please contact our office at 845-600-0000 or email Molly at [email protected]. Donations will also be accepted the day of the show at the registration booth in Mainetti & Mainetti’s parking lot at 130 North Front St. Kingston, NY.
Where do donations go?
Donations should be made out of the Not for Profit, Mainetti Car Show Inc., after the show all proceeds raised will be given to the show beneficiary
How do I become a sponsor?
All sponsorship inquires can be forwarded to Molly at [email protected] or call our office at 845-600-0000
What do sponsors get?
Here is our breakdown of sponsorship benefits.
Please contact Molly at our office at 845-600-0000 or email [email protected] for more information.
Will there be Car Show dash plaques?
Yes! If you are one of the first 50 pre-registrants, you will be given a dash plaque upon arrival to the show
Will there be trophies?
Yes! Show cars will be judged for 17 different categories with 1st place trophies and some 2nd place plaques to be awarded at the end of the show. Nick Cologero at Catskill Mountain Customs creates custom metal trophies unique to our show each year
What are the judging categories?
- Best Antique Car (2000 or older), 1st and 2nd Place
- Best Modern Car (2001 or newer), 1st and 2nd Place
- Best Antique Motorcycle (2000 or older), 1st and 2nd Place
- Best Modern Motorcycle (2001 or newer), 1st and 2nd Place
- Best Antique Truck (2000 or older), 1st and 2nd Place
- Best Modern Truck (2001 or newer), 1st Place
- Best Domestic Sports Car (two door, two seat sporty car), 1st and 2nd Place
- Best Import Sports Car (two door, two seat sporty car), 1st and 2nd Place
- Best Import Car/Truck (not US manufactured), 1st and 2nd Place
- Best Muscle Car (50’s, 60’s, or 70’s), 1st and 2nd Place
- Best Hot Rod/Custom, 1st and 2nd Place
- Best Engine (not new) 1st Place
- Best Paint Job (not new) 1st Place
- Most Likely to be Pulled Over 1st Place
- Best Race Car 1st Place
- 3C’s Show Favorite 1st Place
- Best on Bags 1st and 2nd Place
How will best engines be judged?
If you want your engine judged, keep your hood up! Judges are anonymous but will know to look if your hood is up
What if I want to park my show car/bike/truck with my friend’s show car/bike/truck?
We’re happy to accommodate individuals who would like you be parked in the show together, we just ask, if you’d like to be parked together, please arrive together.
Where is parking for non-show cars?
All municipal lots in uptown will be available the day of the show in addition to any street parking outside of the show. There is also parking available in the Kingston Plaza at 151 Plaza Rd. Kingston, NY, a short walk from where the show will be.
Are Bicycles and Skateboards permitted in the show?
Registration tickets will be available for purchase day of for $20, or $15 in advance below:
Free parking for spectators is available at Dietz Stadium, and the Kingston Plaza.






















