Hosted by the National Street Rod Association (NSRA), the inaugural Quad Cities Street Rod Nationals is set to take place at the Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds in Davenport from Aug. 16-17, according to a news release.
This two-day event, among a roster of eight other divisional events, is an addition to the largest NSRA event of the year, the Street Rod Nationals held annually in August in Louisville, Kentucky. With a membership of about 40,000 nationwide, the NSRA stands as a pivotal force in the street rod industry.
All NSRA events across the country are open to vehicles 30 years old and older and over time have mirrored the ever-changing world of street rodding. Events now feature the timeless pre-1949 street rods and hot rods, an assorted array of custom-built vehicles, muscle cars, and nostalgic retro-futuristic creations spanning the decades from the 1950s through the mid-1990s.
Festivities kick off on Friday, Aug. 16, with gates opening at 8 a.m. and the commercial exhibit building welcoming visitors at 9 a.m. Evening entertainment will feature The Night People from 7-10 p.m.
A highlight of the event is the Pinstripe Icons booth, where local and visiting pinstripers will decorate items such as valve covers and purses. These unique pieces will be auctioned off on Friday, Aug. 16, and Saturday, Aug. 17, with all proceeds benefiting the Humane Society of Scott County.
Throughout the event, attendees can enjoy a variety of food vendors and music from Nick Donovan’s Rockin’ Road Show. Midwest Rod & Restoration, based in Wapello, Iowa, will be showcased as the Spotlight Builder, presenting some of their latest creations.
The NSRA will partner with the Quad Cities Cruisers and the Pontiac Car Club – Black Hawk Chapter, who will assist with several aspects of the show. The weekend culminates with the Circle of Winners on Saturday, Aug. 17, featuring musical entertainment by 3 Day Rain from 1-5 p.m. with the award ceremonies at 5:30 p.m.
Register your vehicle now to be part of this historic event. For more information, visit here.
TICKETS:
- Spectator ticket hours: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. both Friday and Saturday
- Admission:
- Adults (13 years and older): $20
- Children (6 to 12 years): $6
- Children (5 years and under): Free when accompanied by an adult
- Family package (2 adults and three children, 12 years and younger): $45
- Discounts: $2 off for active military, seniors over 60, and NSRA members (with proper I.D.). Note: One discount per person.
- Advance discount tickets: Available at any O’Reilly Auto Parts store.