25th Annual · Manchester, NH
Supporting Leukemia Awareness & Stem Cell Donation
1,000+ classic cars • 45,000+ spectators • One unforgettable day.
Pre-registration $20 • Day-of $25 • Spectators free
Spots are filling quickly for the 25th anniversary show
Presented by the Manchester Rotary Club
Scenes From The Show
25 years of classic cars, community, and giving back.
Thousands of people pack Elm Street for Cruising Downtown
Six Pack muscle car engine detail
Antique Fords lined up on Elm Street
VW Bug and Bus at the show
Bridge Street packed with cars and spectators
Classic car cruising through the crowd
Manchester Fire Department demo
Elm Street scene with show cars and spectators
Photos by Frame of Mind Photo
Why This Year Matters
25 Years of Community
2026 marks the 25th anniversary of Cruising Downtown. For a quarter century, this event has brought together car lovers, families, and the Manchester community for an unforgettable day on Elm Street.
This year we're raising awareness for leukemia and stem cell donation — helping patients fighting blood cancers find life-saving donor matches. At the same time, we continue our long-standing mission of supporting local charities that serve children and families in need throughout Manchester.
Every dollar raised at Cruising Downtown goes right back into our community.
25th Annual — Bigger Than Ever
Join 45,000+ attendees for New England's largest classic car show, right in the heart of downtown Manchester.
45,000+
Annual Attendees
1,000+
Classic Cars
25th
Years Running
100%
Proceeds to Charity
As Featured On
WMUR
News 9
Union Leader
Manchester Ink Link
Manchester Information
The Patch
WZID
95.7 FM
WMLL
96.5 FM
In Loving Memory
Where It All Began
Cruising Downtown was born from a group of friends who believed that classic cars could bring a community together and make a real difference for the kids and families who needed it most.
What started as an idea on Elm Street grew into one of New England's largest car shows — 25 years of roaring engines, packed sidewalks, and every dollar raised going right back to local nonprofits serving children and families throughout Manchester.
Along the way, we've lost two of the people who helped make it all possible. Ron Fournier and Chuck Gordon poured their hearts into this show and this community. Though they are no longer with us, their spirit lives on in every car that rolls down Elm Street, every volunteer who shows up, and every child whose life is touched by the generosity of this community.
This show continues in their honor — and it always will.
With love, the Fournier family and the Manchester Rotary Club
Get Involved
There are many ways to be part of this incredible event.
Register Your Car
Show off your classic ride at New England's biggest car show. Pre-register for $20 or register day-of for $25. You can always register at the show!
Become a Sponsor
Packages from $500 to $10,000. Massive brand exposure.
Vendor Application
Sell your products to thousands of attendees. Food, merchandise, and more.
Volunteer
Help make this event happen. We need volunteers for registration, parking, security, and more.