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La Dolce Vita | Cruise-In & Rally
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Rally + Show Car (2 People) - $350
Includes: (1) Complimentary Show Car Space, (2) Complimentary Museum Admission, (2) for Private Lunch at the Petersen, (2) for the Evening Reception after the Rally
Show Car - $49 | Member - $34.30
Includes: (1) Show Car Space, (1) Food & Refreshment Voucher, (1) Museum Admission, (1) Complimentary Parking
Spectator - $29 | Member - $20.30
Includes: (1) Museum Admission, (1) Food & Refreshment Voucher
Petersen Members, please get in touch with membership@petersen.org for your discount code.
Please Note, when purchasing tickets, ensure you have “Email me with News and Offers” selected to receive additional event information
About the Event
To celebrate the Italian Independence day, the Petersen will be hosting a cruise-in open to all Italian car brands and automotive masterpieces in a beautiful setting. The event will feature a curated display of all brands, including Ferrari, Alfa Romeo, Maserati, Lamborghini, Lancia, as well as special Italian coach-built cars. This event will be a complete all-Italian experience including food, entertainment and art.
For Rally ticket-holders, the cruise-in will be followed by a rally to Santa Barbara, ending at the Villa Bellosguardo Foundation - a beautiful estate with Mediterranean inspiration overlooking the ocean, with an evening reception.
Italian Vehicles Only Within Car Show Area
Run of Show
9:00 AM | Vehicle Load-In + Member Early Access Begins
10:00 AM | Cruise-in begins
10:30 AM | Welcome Announcement
12:15 PM | Panel Discussion
12:45 AM | Awards given out
1:00 PM | Cruise-In Over / Rally Departs
4:00 PM | Arrive at Bello Sguardo Estate
5:00 PM | Apperitivo Reception
7:00 PM | Event ends
Member Benefit
Petersen Members will receive 30% off the Show Car and Spectator Tickets, Early Museum Access starting at 9am, and 20% off at the Retail Booth during the Cruise-In. Please Contact membership@petersen.org for your Promo Code. Not a Member? Join Today!
Event FAQs
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We send out instructions to all show cars the Friday before the event around 5 PM - 6 PM. Note: If you did not sign up for more info or news during the purchase, you will not receive an email. If you’d like to receive additional information, sign up for our newsletter or reach out to info@petersen.org no later then the Friday before the event.
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To keep our routes confidential, rally information will be sent the day before the event. Paper copies of the route will also be provided the day of the rally during our Driver’s Meeting.
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All our cruise-ins provide complementary water, coffee, and light breakfast. We will also send out alternative parking solutions, bus routes and more for those coming to the event.
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For those wanting to display a vehicle as a show car - it must be an Italian make car. Those who bring vehicles who do not fit within these guidelines will not be allowed to park in the show car area until after the event, REGARDLESS of what ticket was purchased.
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Please don’t hesitate to reach out to info@petersen.org for more questions!
Sponsored By
Wagonfest
About the Event
Mark your calendars for June 23rd as we gear up for a jaw-dropping car show cruise-in event like no other, all happening at the prestigious Petersen Automotive Museum! Hosted by the renowned AVANTS community and proudly sponsored by Michelin tires, Wagonfest promises a day filled with sleek lines, vintage charm, and the unmistakable allure of wagons.
Whether you're a die-hard enthusiast or simply love the beauty of automotive craftsmanship, Wagonfest has something for everyone. From classic models to modern marvels, witness a stunning array of wagons proudly on display, each telling its own unique story of style and innovation. Plus, don't miss your chance to connect with fellow enthusiasts, swap stories, and maybe even discover your dream ride among the impressive lineup.
So, grab your family, friends, and fellow gearheads, and join us for an unforgettable celebration of all things wagons at Wagonfest!
Wagons Only Within Car Show Area
Event FAQs
Coming Soon
Sponsored By
Lowrider Car Show & Exhibition Opening Reception
Get Tickets - SOLD OUT
Exhibit Opening - $59
Members - $47.20
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Includes: Access to Exhibit Opening and Lowrider Cruise-In. Food and Drinks. Free on-site parking (while supplies last).
Exhibit Opening + Showcar - $59
Members - $47.20
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Includes: 1 reserved spot for your Lowrider at the Showcar portion of the event. Access to Exhibit Opening and Lowrider Cruise-In. Food and Drinks.
Exhibit Opening (12 & under) - $20
Members - $16
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Includes: Access to Exhibit Opening and Lowrider Cruise-In. Food and Drinks.
Please Note, when purchasing tickets, ensure you have “Email me with News and Offers” selected to receive additional event information
About the Event
As the popularity of lowrider culture has grown in the United States and abroad, the skills involved in creating a lowrider vehicle have similarly advanced, with builders, painters, and metalworkers reaching new levels of artistry and craftsmanship. The Petersen Automotive Museum has celebrated this evolution since its first exhibition on lowriding in 2000 and continues to recognize the culture’s contributions to automotive history. With Best in Low, the Museum turns a lens on the creation of the car itself, as well as on the street and the show—spaces where the craft of lowriding is on full display.
The exhibition includes iconic lowrider vehicles and those newer to the scene, all featuring outstanding customization in various aspects of the lowrider build, from paint and metal finishing to interiors and hydraulics. The development of these techniques and practices over time is explored, and award-winning vehicles are featured.
Lowrider Cars Only Within Car Show Area
Run of Show
3:00 PM | Vehicle Load in
3:00 PM | Members-Only Exhibit Preview Begins
4:00 PM | Car Show begins
4:30 PM | Welcome announcement
4:45 PM | Awards given out
5:00 PM | Car Show Concludes. Event Check-in available in 1st Floor Lobby & on P3 for the Exhibit Opening Event
5:15 PM | Members-Only Curatorial Tour
6:00 PM | Tour conclusion, exhibit preview ends
6:15 PM | Opening Remarks
6:20 PM | Panel
7:00 PM | Ribbon Cutting + Exhibit Preview
8:00 PM | Reception Ends
Member Benefit
Petersen Members enjoy 20% off the Event Tickets, Early Exhibit Access, and an Exclusive Curator-led Tour of the exhibit during the event! Please contact membership@petersen.org for your ticket Discount Code. Not a Member? Join Today!
Event FAQs
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We send out instructions to all show cars the Friday before the event around 5 PM - 6 PM. Note: If you did not sign up for more info or news during the purchase, you will not receive an email. If you’d like to receive additional information, sign up for our newsletter or reach out to info@petersen.org no later then the Friday before the event.
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For those wanting to display a vehicle as a show car - it must be a lowrider style vehicle, with no specific make or model. Generally, a lowrider is a vehicle that has been lowered on hydraulics, and often includes pinstriping, engravings, and other custom touches. So long as the car pays homage to the lowrider style or innovates upon it, we will consider it as a lowrider, but if the vehicle can be grouped into other categories (slammed or stance, for instance) we will not guarantee a show car spot. Those who bring vehicles who do not fit within these guidelines will not be allowed to park in the show car area, regardless of what ticket was purchased.
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Please don’t hesitate to reach out to info@petersen.org for more questions!
Sponsored By
The Silent Cruise-In
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Show Car Ticket - $40 | Member Price - $28
Includes: 1 Show Car Spot, 1 Museum Admission & Free Parking
Spectator Ticket - Free
Includes: Complimentary on-site parking while supplies last
Petersen Members, please get in touch with membership@petersen.org for your discount code.
Please Note, when purchasing tickets, ensure you have “Email me with News and Offers” selected to receive additional event information
About the Event
Join the Petersen for its annual electrified breakfast & car cruise-in! Experience some of the most exciting electric vehicles ever built, including rarely-shown concepts, land speed record vehicles, and one-off customs. Enjoy strolling through 100+ years of electric vehicle history as the show is open to all battery-powered vehicles. Full Electric, hydrogen, and hybrid vehicles are welcome!
This event features an illustrious panel of designers and car industry experts, including renown Tesla chief designer Franz Von Holzhausen, who will be attending and sharing some of their insights on the industry.
Electric and Hybrid Vehicles Only Within Car Show Area
Special Guest - Franz von Holzhausen, Chief Designer at Tesla
As the Chief Designer at Tesla, Franz is responsible for driving the overall design direction of the EV manufacturer and establishing world-class design language for all future Tesla products. He is known for designing all current and future Tesla products, including Model S, 3, X, Y, Roadster 2.0 and Cybertruck. Franz will be a panelist for the EV-only Cruise-In at the Petersen.
Member Benefit
Petersen Members will receive 30% off Show Car ticket, and Early Access to the Museum starting at 8am! Please Contact membership@petersen.org for your Promo Code. Not a Member? Join Today!
Event FAQs
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We send out instructions to all show cars the Friday before the event around 5 PM - 6 PM. Note: If you did not sign up for more info or news during the purchase, you will not receive an email. If you’d like to receive additional information, sign up for our newsletter or reach out to info@petersen.org no later then the Friday before the event.
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All our cruise-ins provide water, coffee, and light snacks. In order to be sure we can accommodate everyone, we ask that you sign up for this event. Even if you’re spectating. We also send out alternative parking solutions, bus routes and more for those coming to the event.
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For those wanting to display a vehicle - it must be an electric or hybrid. Those who bring vehicles who do not fit within these guidelines will not be allowed to park in the show car area until after the event, REGARDLESS of what ticket was purchased.
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Please don’t hesitate to reach out to info@petersen.org for more questions!
