The Cars for Charities Rod & Custom Car Show is one of the longest running indoor car shows in the country. The show first started in 1957 by car builder Darryl Starbird. In 2011, the show was purchased by Cars for Charities Co. a 501(c)(3) organization and was transformed into a charity event. From 2012 thru 2017 the Show was known as the “Starbird-Devlin Rod & Customs Charities Car Show”. The show is now “The Cars for Charities Rod & Custom Car Show” to better reflect the board’s goals and objectives.

“A Wichita Tradition Since 1957”.

Saturday, January 17th -10am to 9pm. Kid’s Zone open 10am to 7pm
Sunday, January 18th – 10am to 5:00pm. Kid’s Zone open 12pm to 3:30pm.
The awards ceremony will be at 4 p.m. on Sunday in Exhibition Hall.
Cars may exit after the awards ceremony.
All buildings must be cleared by 10pm on Sunday, January 18th 2026.

Adults: $18
Military & Seniors $17
Juniors (12–17): $10
Children (11 and younger): Free