Hot August Nights (Official)

06/12/2026

🚨 DON’T WAIT – REGISTER NOW! 🚨

Less than 1,400 spots remain for the 2026 Hot August Nights Main Event, and they're going fast!

If you're planning to join us for the 40th Anniversary of Hot August Nights, now is the time to secure your spot. Once registration fills, that's it!

⏰ Online registration closes July 13, 2026, so don't risk missing out by waiting until the last minute.

Register today and get ready for 10 days of classic cars, cruising, live entertainment, special events, and unforgettable memories!

👉 Register now: https://hotaugustnights.net/product/reno-sparks-car-participants-2026/

06/10/2026

🚗✨ The 2026 Sparks Cruise Map Has Arrived! ✨🚗

Start planning your Hot August Nights experience in Victorian Square! The Sparks Cruise returns August 5–8 from 7:00 PM–9:30 PM nightly, bringing thousands of classic cars, live entertainment, food vendors, and plenty of nostalgia to the heart of Sparks. Cruise staging begins on Victorian Avenue at Victorian Plaza Circle, with the route traveling eastbound through downtown Sparks.

A special thank you to our partners at the City of Sparks and Nugget Casino Resort for helping make this incredible event possible. Their support continues to create unforgettable experiences for participants and spectators alike.

🚘 Cruise the route
🎶 Enjoy FREE nightly entertainment
🍔 Grab a bite from local food vendors
🛍️ Explore Victorian Square businesses
👀 Spectators are always welcome!

Check out the map and start making your plans for Hot August Nights' 40th Anniversary Celebration!

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06/10/2026

🏁💨 DON’T WAIT, BUY YOUR DRAG RACES TICKETS NOW! 💨🏁

One of the most exciting events of Hot August Nights is back, and if last year taught us anything, it's that it can sell out!

Skip the rush, avoid the long lines at the gate, and secure your spot now for an unforgettable night of side-by-side racing, burnouts, horsepower, and adrenaline-pumping action. Spectator tickets are just $20 and are good all day. Gates open at 5:00 PM, with racing from 6:00 PM to Midnight.

Whether you're a die-hard gearhead or just looking for a thrilling night out, the Drag Races are a Hot August Nights fan favorite for a reason!

🎟️ Buy your tickets today:
https://hotaugustnights.net/product/drag-races-spectator-general-admission-2026/

🔥 Don't get stuck in line while others are heading through the gate.
🔥 Beat the crowd.
🔥 Secure your spot before the busiest nights fill up.
👶 Kids under 6 are FREE

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06/10/2026

🚗💙 Cruisin’ for the Cure Returns to Hot August Nights! 💙🚗

Join us on Sunday, August 2 from 10 AM – 3 PM at the Bonanza Casino for Cruisin’ for the Cure, a special car show benefiting the Prostate Cancer Foundation.

Enjoy an incredible display of classic cars, trophies and prizes, food trucks, live entertainment, and more, all while supporting an important cause.

🏆 Trophies & Prizes
🎵 Live Entertainment
🌮 Food Trucks
🚗 Amazing Vehicles
💙 Supporting the Prostate Cancer Foundation

Plus, Cruisin’ for the Cure is an Official Hot August Nights Event Series Qualifying Event! The show winner will earn a coveted spot in the Hot August Nights Event Series Finals, where standout vehicles from qualifying events across the country compete for top honors during Hot August Nights 2026.

📍 Bonanza Casino
4720 N. Virginia Street, Reno

Whether you're entering your vehicle or coming out to enjoy the show, don't miss this opportunity to support a great cause and be part of the road to the Hot August Nights Event Series Finals!

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06/09/2026

🚗🔨 BUY. SELL. SPECTATE. The Action Starts at MAG Auctions! 🔨🚗

Whether you're looking for your dream classic, ready to sell your prized ride, or simply want to experience the excitement of a live collector car auction, MAG Auctions at Hot August Nights is the place to be!

🔥 August 6-8, 2026
📍 Reno-Sparks Convention Center

🏁 For Buyers: Bid on muscle cars, street rods, classics, vintage vehicles, memorabilia, and more. Pre-register to bid and be ready when your dream car crosses the block.

🚘 For Sellers: Put your vehicle in front of thousands of passionate collectors and enthusiasts from across the country.

👀 For Spectators: Enjoy the thrill of live bidding, incredible vehicles, automotive memorabilia, and nonstop auction action—even if you're not buying or selling! General admission tickets are available at the door.

🎟 Admission:
• $20 One-Day Pass
• $45 Three-Day Pass
• $15/day for Military & First Responders
• FREE for Youth 12 & Under
• FREE for 2026 Hot August Nights Registered Car Participants

Ready to consign a vehicle, register to bid, or learn more?

👉 Visit: https://hotaugustnights.net/mag-auctions/

06/08/2026

🚗💖 Calling All Ladies with Classic Rides! 💖🚗

Registration is NOW OPEN for Women with Wheelz at Hot August Nights 2026!

This special event is designed exclusively for women and is FREE for officially registered 2026 Hot August Nights participants. Space is limited to the first 100 registrations, so don't wait!

✨ Must be registered for the 2026 Hot August Nights Main Event to participate
✨ Open to women ages 19+
✨ Vehicles 1979 and older
✨ Thursday, August 6, 2026
✨ HAN Event Series Qualifying Event
✨ Connect with fellow women who share a passion for classic cars

Whether your ride is a pristine showpiece, a family heirloom, or your favorite weekend cruiser, this is your chance to celebrate the women who keep automotive history rolling.

🎟️ Register today: https://hotaugustnights.net/product/women-with-wheelz-2026/

⚠️ Limited to the first 100 participants. Once the spots are gone, they're gone!

Tag your favorite car-loving ladies and let's show everyone that horsepower has no gender. 💕🚘

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06/07/2026

Looking for your chance to qualify for the 2026 Hot August Nights Event Series Finals presented by Champion Chevrolet and Caesars Entertainment? 🏆🚗

Join us this Sunday, 6/7/26 at two qualifying events:

🔥 VDub Hub of Northern Nevada SummerFest '26
🕙 10:00 AM
📍 Tacos El Chino Cocina & Bar, S. Virginia Plaza

🔥 Summit Racing Summer Cruise-In
🕜 1:30–4:00 PM
📍 Summit Racing Equipment – Sparks

Winners earn a spot in the Hot August Nights Event Series Finals on August 8, where the winners meet!

Learn more: hotaugustnights.net/event-series-2/

Hot August Nights is proud to present the 2026 Event Series brought to you by Champion Chevrolet and Caesars Entertainment Reno. This national series connects standout car shows from across the country, leading to one unforgettable moment where the best builds, passionate owners, and top winners com...

06/05/2026

🚗🔥 VIP Parking for Hot August Nights 2026 is ON SALE NOW! 🔥🚗

Secure your spot before they're gone! VIP Parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis, and quantities are limited.

📍 Available Locations:
• Victorian Square (Sparks) – $400
• Downtown Reno Covered Parking – $500
• Downtown Reno Uncovered Parking – $400

✔ Standard-sized vehicles only
✔ Convenient event access
✔ Limited availability

Purchase your VIP Parking here:
👉 Victorian Square: https://hotaugustnights.net/?post_type=product&p=68280&preview=true

👉 Downtown Reno Covered: https://hotaugustnights.net/?post_type=product&p=68279&preview=true

👉 Downtown Reno Uncovered: https://hotaugustnights.net/?post_type=product&p=68278&preview=true

Before purchasing, make sure you're registered for the 2026 event and logged into your Hot August Nights account.

If VIP Parking sells out, a waitlist will be available. Email [email protected] with your registration number and contact information to be added.

Don't wait, these spaces are expected to fill quickly! See you at Hot August Nights 2026! 🚘🎶

06/05/2026

⏰ Don’t Wait — Online Registration Closes July 13! ⏰

Time is running out to register your classic vehicle for the 40th Anniversary of Hot August Nights, July 31 – August 9, 2026!

🚗 Secure your spot before online registration closes on Monday, July 13.
🎶 Enjoy 10 days of classic cars, cruising, show-n-shines, poker walks, drag races, free entertainment, and more.
🔥 Registration is limited and the event is expected to reach capacity.

Register now: https://hotaugustnights.net/product/reno-sparks-car-participants-2026/

Questions? Contact us at [email protected], send us a message, or call 775-356-1956.

📸 Marcello Rostagni Photography & Video

06/03/2026

Congratulations to Marvin R. of Inkom, Idaho and his stunning red 1969 Chevrolet Camaro, a Hot August Nights Event Series Qualifier from the West Yellowstone Rod Run! 🚗🔥

Marvin will compete in the Hot August Nights Event Series Finals on Saturday, August 8, presented by Champion Chevrolet and Caesars Entertainment Reno.

Want your car show to be an Event Series qualifier show? Visit for more info: https://hotaugustnights.net/event-series-2/

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