When

August 15, 2026 - August 16, 2026    
8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Where

Colonial Beach Town Hill
401 Washington Ave, Colonial Beach, VA, 22443

Event Type

Rev up your excitement because the Annual Rod Run to the Beach in Colonial Beach is back, and it’s revving into town with a spectacular lineup of your favorite hot rods, muscle cars, and customized classics! Mark your calendars for this thrilling 2-day car show, which takes place on the third weekend in August. As you wander through the event, you’ll be serenaded by the perfect background tunes, and there will be a tempting array of food and merchandise vendors to satisfy your cravings while you take in the automotive eye candy. The Town Hill, situated at the corner of Colonial and Washington Avenues, will be buzzing with the most jaw-dropping creations you’ve ever seen at this time-honored gathering of car enthusiasts. If you’re a true “gearhead,” this is the ultimate destination to feed your passion and immerse yourself in the world of automotive marvels!

Hosted by Colonial Rod Club

Saturday, August 15th 8AM – ???
Sunday, August 16th 8AM to 3PM, Judging at 12PM

Live Music on Saturday

Street rods, street machines, custom classics, antiques, light trucks, and rat rods
**Free Limited Spectator Parking in grass lot beside Town Hill**

Awards

  • Best in Show
  • Top 30
  • Top 3 Rat Rods
  • Founder’s Choice
  • and more

Vehicle Registration

$15.00 for both days per car before August 14th 3:00 PM
$20.00 for both days per car at the gate (either 15th or 16th)

*For those who wish to pre-register, forms must be received by August 15th at 3:00 PM
Pre-registration is required. Registration starts at 8:00 AM both days

To Register, visit the Chamber Event Participation page.