Central Ohio Car and Bike Events for August 4th Thru August 10th, 2025

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NEWS AND NOTES

Der Dutchman Cruise-In:

This week, it wasn’t the hot and humid temperatures that kept people home — it was the chance of rain showers. Still, attendance reached 110 cars, including six first-timers. Wayne decided not to have food, anticipating a lower turnout due to the forecast.

Hosanna Church Car Show:

The Hosanna Church in Pataskala, Ohio held its 12th Annual Car Show on Friday evening, drawing a strong crowd and 135 registered vehicles.

Thanks to near-perfect weather, many participants arrived early, and the parking lot was nearly full by the official 4 PM registration start. (In fact, due to the early turnout, the church began registration around 3 PM to accommodate the influx.)

Cruisers and spectators enjoyed food and refreshments from Poppy’s Roadside Diner and Whit’s Frozen Custard. Registered participants received a door prize ticket, and many took part in the 50/50 raffle. Awards included Favorite Awards, Top Choice, Best of the Decade, People’s Choice, and Best of Show.

All proceeds benefited Hosanna’s Do Something Team, which supports individuals and families in need throughout Pataskala and West Licking County.

Here are the best of the Decade winners:

The People’s Choice Award went to a beautifully restored 1967 Pontiac Tempest owned by Schon Crouse.

And finally, John Pickens took home Best of Show honors with his stunning 1931 Ford Roadster.

With great weather and strong participation, the 12th Annual Hosanna Car Show was a memorable success.

Richwood Bank Coffee & Cars Cruise-In:

More than 25 vehicles turned out for Saturday morning’s Coffee and Cars Cruise-In at Richwood Bank in Delaware, Ohio.

Among the standouts were two vintage Volkswagen buses—one of which was a nostalgic nod to the 1960s—and a custom-built PT Cruiser pickup originally created for the 2005 SEMA Show.

Door prizes were raffled off at the end of the cruise-in, with the top prize featuring a bottle of Woodford Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon.

The next—and final—Richwood Bank Coffee and Cars of the season will be held on Saturday, September 6th.

Vettes, Rods, & Classics Charity Car Show:

The Capital City Corvette Club’s annual Vettes, Rods, & Classics Charity Car Show in the Creekside District of Gahanna, Ohio, has earned a reputation over the years for being either the hottest event of the summer—or the wettest, with thunderstorms sometimes crashing the party. But this year’s show was a welcome exception. Saturday delivered near-perfect conditions: sunny skies, temperatures in the 70s, and refreshingly low humidity.

More than once, I joked with club members that they really ought to figure out how to bottle this weather and save it for next year.

The ideal conditions brought out an impressive crowd and an equally impressive lineup of beautiful rides. Around 250 vehicles were officially registered, with several more in attendance that paid the entry fee but opted not to register. From classic muscle and sleek Corvettes to finely restored cruisers, the Creekside District was packed with automotive eye candy from end to end.

Proceeds from the show benefit Nationwide Children’s Hospital, making it not just a fun event, but one that supports a very worthwhile cause.

For the fifth year in a row, the band Reelin’ In The Years took the stage—and once again delivered an outstanding performance. They’re easily one of the best cover bands around, and their energy brought an added layer of excitement to the show. Their music had folks tapping their feet, singing along, and even dancing in the streets.

Vettes, Rods, & Classics is a points-judged show, with a strong emphasis on presentation and cleanliness. One aspect I really appreciate is the judging structure: rods and classics are judged together as one group, while Corvettes are judged separately. This approach keeps the competition fair and balanced within categories. For the “Specialty” awards, however, all vehicles—regardless of class—are eligible.

Here are some of the "Specialty" award winning vehicles.

Not Pictured:

• Funtrails Award - 2017 F150 Tubo - Owner: Nik Lowe
• Best Veteran Car Award - 1970 Chevy Chevelle - Owner: Darrell Kincaid
• Best Mopar - 2023 300 C SRT Chrysler - Owner: Amy McCartney
• Best GM - 2019 Camaro Yenko Stage 2 - Owner: Mark Robinson

The Club Participation Award went to the Street Elite Corvette Club with 18 members in attendance.

Best of Show for the Rods & Classics category went to Shane Fairbanks and his stunning 2023 Chrysler 300C SRT.

In the Corvette category, Best of Show honors were awarded to Bill Lenhart’s beautifully preserved 1970 Corvette.

Here’s a sampling of some of the fantastic rides and scenic moments from the show:

With great weather, a strong turnout, and an impressive field of vehicles, this year’s Vettes, Rods & Classics Charity Car Show was a clear success. From the meticulously detailed Corvettes to the rare and head-turning classics, the Creekside District once again proved to be the perfect backdrop for a day filled with horsepower and camaraderie. Hats off to the Capital City Corvette Club for organizing another outstanding event—and for continuing to support such a meaningful cause in Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

Motors & Rotors Car Show:

Beautiful weather on Saturday helped draw a strong turnout for the 6th Annual Motors & Rotors Car Show, hosted by Absten Aviation at Bolton Field Airport in Columbus, Ohio. The event featured an impressive display of 112 cars ranging from classics to modern muscle, alongside 20 aircraft, creating a unique blend of horsepower and aviation for enthusiasts to enjoy.

The spectators and participants voted Mick Crawford's Cadillac as Best of Show.

Check out some great photos from the show, courtesy of our good friends Tom Lawrence and Doug Glassburn. They did an awesome job capturing the cars, planes, and all the action!

Commercial Point's "The Classic" Car, Truck, & Bike Show:

With Elvis impersonator Mike Albert in the house, the 8th Annual Commercial Point “The Classic” Car, Truck, & Bike Show rolled into town on Saturday evening, drawing a strong crowd and plenty of chrome.

A total of 141 vehicles were registered for the event, filling the streets of Commercial Point with classic muscle, custom builds, and restored beauties.

Dale Pearce had a successful evening, taking home a Top 3 Truck Award for his 1950 Chevy 3600 Pickup. He also earned a Judges Top Choice Award for his stunning 1967 Corvette Stingray—an award that came with a gift certificate his wife is sure to appreciate.

It was also a big night for Doc Ron and Cindy Rogers. Doc picked up an award for his Chevy Chevelle, while Cindy captured the evening’s top honor—Best of Show—with her gorgeous 1950 Ford F1 pickup.

Clint Rice Memorial Classic Car Show:

Saturday marked the first-ever Clint Rice Memorial Classic Car Show, held at the Der Dutchman Restaurant in Plain City, Ohio.

Clint Rice, who grew up in the Plain City area, was tragically killed in a motorcycle accident in August 2021 while riding his Harley-Davidson. This show was organized to honor his memory and celebrate his life and love for community, cars, and camaraderie.

The inaugural event drew 42 cars. Enthusiasts came together to remember Clint and enjoy a summer morning and afternoon filled with classic rides, fellowship, and reflections.

Jeff Shankle was kind enough to share the following photos from the show:

Rhythm & Rib Fest Car Cruise-In:

This past weekend, downtown London, Ohio, came alive with the sights, sounds, and smells of the annual Rhythm & Rib Fest. As part of the festivities, a Saturday evening car cruise-in—hosted by the London Barber Exchange and sponsored by Westwood Collective—brought an impressive lineup of vehicles to the heart of the city.

As he’s done so generously in the past, Jeff Shankle was kind enough to share a fantastic collection of photos from Saturday evening’s cruise-in.

Northland HS Alumni Foundation Car Show:

The Columbus Northland High School Alumni Foundation hosted its annual car show on Sunday, with this year’s event marking a venue change from Quaker Steak and Lube to the grounds of Northland High School itself.

A total of 52 cars were on display, judged by a certified professional who also judges annually at the Arthritis Auto Show.

Among the winners:

• Scott Campbell’s 1935 Chevy Cabriolet took top honors in the 1969 and earlier class.

• Doug Glassburn’s 1972 Chevy C-10 Stepside earned Best Truck.

• The coveted Best of Show award went to Rod Scott’s stunning 1958 DeSoto Firedome.

Thanks to Doug Glassburn and Jim Sradeja for sharing additional photos from the show!

Crusin' at the Hartford Fair:

With the help of Shaun “Dig Dawg” Sanders and the C-Town Cruisers, the Disciples of Rust hosted their annual Cruisin’ at the Hartford Fair Car Show on Sunday at the Hartford County Fairgrounds in Croton, Ohio.

This year’s show drew an impressive 187 vehicles, helped by a welcome stretch of great weekend weather.

The Hi-Way Starz were well represented and brought home several awards. Jeff Tolley, Dave O’Brien, and Keith Ruhl each earned a Top 40 Award, while Jeff Grindrod’s Thunderbird received a Sponsor’s Trophy from Integrity Auto.

Dave and Jackie Rolfe-Hiles and Gerarld Wicker of the Old Goats Car Club also took home Top 40 honors for their 1973 Plymouth Duster and 2005 Chevy Silverado, respectively.

Thanks to Robert “Bubba” Hettinger for sharing more great photos from the event.

Other Area Shows:

• Steve Shorten’s Mustang GT Coyote took home the Best of Show Award at Saturday’s Heels and Wheels Car Show.

• Hi-Way Starz Car Club member Robert “Bubba” Hettinger drove 115-miles round trip to Kingston, Ohio, on Saturday to attend the Kings Inn Car Show. The drive proved well worth it, as Bubba brought home a First Place award.

• The stretch of beautiful weather continued into Sunday, bringing out a strong showing at the weekly Delaware Vintage Motorcycle and Coffee meet-up at Coastline Coffee Company in Delaware, Ohio. This week’s gathering welcomed around 17 motorcycle enthusiasts.

That wraps up another week of News & Notes here on CarShowTalk.com. With strong turnouts, great weather, and plenty of hardware handed out, the Central Ohio car show season is clearly hitting its stride. Hard to believe we’re already down to the final three and a half months of the season. As always, thanks to everyone who shared updates, photos, and results—your support is what keeps this community rolling.

This week’s News and Notes contributors include Dale Pearce, Jeff Shankle, Robert "Bubba" Hettinger, Doctor Ron Rogers, Kevin Foust, Bill Boyd, Lynn Raduege, Tom Lawrence, Doug Glassburn, Dave and Jackie Rolfe-Hiles, Jim Sradeja, and Jason Colvin. A big thank you to each of them for their contributions!

Stay safe, stay cool, and keep those wheels rolling!