Grand Daddy Drive-In

Happening at the 77th Annual Grand National Roadster Show

Friday, February 5, Saturday, February 6 & Sunday, February 7, 2027

The Grand Daddy Drive-In is the outdoor portion of the GNRS. This 3-day event is for those who want to participate in the GNRS but may not want to leave their vehicle indoors for four days. Come for one day or all three days. The Grand Daddy Drive-In is open Hot Rods, Classics, Muscle Cars and trucks; no Motorcycles allowed. All vehicles must be driven into the event. Participants will receive entry for the driver and 1 passenger into the event (additional passengers will need to secure their own admission), a goodie bag, and without a doubt, the best parking spot on the grounds. In addition, several magazines, including Modern Rodding, All Chevy Performance and Classic Truck Performance, will make Editor’s Pick awards as well as other picks by sponsors and VIP’s. Come out and join us to see 800-1000 cars parked throughout the Fairplex grounds. This event is rain or shine.

Driver and designated passenger enter the Fairplex at Gate 17 located at McKinley Avenue and Fairplex Drive. Proceed towards the check-in point at the south end of the parking lot.

Drive-in staging times:
Gates open a 6:00 am
Move-in begins at 7:00 am-8:30 am

Please note that the Drive-In portion of the show is for vehicles parked outdoors only, not inside the buildings.

Hundreds of vehicles, live bands, special awards, magazine picks and includes entry into the indoor portion of the Grand National Roadster Show.