St. Paul Street Machine Nationals 2026
Jul 17–19, 2026
St. Paul, Minnesota
St. Paul Street Machine Nationals 2026 Overview
The St. Paul Street Machine Nationals is a premier automotive celebration that brings together thousands of custom cars, hot rods, muscle cars, and street machines in one high-energy showcase. Held annually at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds in St. Paul, the event attracts enthusiasts from across the country. Attendees can explore professionally built show cars, restored classics, modern performance vehicles, and aftermarket innovations. With live entertainment, specialty vendors, family-friendly activities, and opportunities to meet builders and collectors, the show delivers an immersive experience that celebrates automotive craftsmanship and car culture year after year.
- Type
- An in-person, three-day national muscle car show
- Start Date
- End Date
- Time Zone
- Central Time (CT) — local time
- Organizer
- Bonnier LLC
- Venue
- Minnesota State Fairgrounds 1265 North Snelling Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55108, United States
- Location
- St. Paul - Minnesota
- Category
- Automotive
- Established
- 1977
- Event Website
- streetmachinenationals.net
- By the Numbers
- 4,000+ cars on display; 40,000-50,000 car enthusiasts; 3 days Figures are based on official organizer materials and may vary by year.
- Open To Public?
- Yes, this event is open to the public and family-friendly.
- Frequency
- Annual
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St. Paul Street Machine Nationals 2026 FAQs
Where is the venue located?
St. Paul Street Machine Nationals takes place at Minnesota State Fairgrounds, located at 1265 North Snelling Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota.
How can I go there?
How can I contact the venue?
Phone: +1 651-288-4400E-mail: fairinfo@mnstatefair.orgWebsite: mnstatefair.org
How can I contact the organizer?
E-mail: boxoffice@bonniercorp.comWebsite: bonniercorp.comAddress: PO Box 8500, Winter Park, FL, United States
What are the event hours?
Friday: 10 am – 6 pmSaturday: 9 am – 6 pmSunday: 9 am – 3 pm All times local (Central Time, CT)
How much is admission?
1-Day (Ages 13+): $19Active Duty Military with valid ID: $15Children 12 & under are free.
This event listing is reviewed and regularly updated by the Tradeshowz editorial team. Dates, schedules, and details may change. For the most accurate and official information, please visit the event’s official website or contact the organizer directly.