Thank your for your interest in registering for Cars Behind Bars! Please fill out our registration form. 1 application per vehicle. If approved you will receive an email with ticket information. Applications that do not include requested information will be denied.

Only approved vehicles with a purchased ticket will be allowed inside the event. We do welcome anyone and everyone to come out to enjoy the event as a spectator. On site parking will be available.

In order to provide everyone with space to display their vehicle this event is limited to 250 vehicles. We are looking for quality vintage, modified, rare, and exotic vehicles to truly make this a unique showcase of the high quality of the midwest automotive scene.

REGISTRATION CLOSES JULY 27TH. TICKET SALES END JULY 31ST

AWARDS:

• Top 5 Domestic

• Top 5 European

• Top 5 Asian

• Top 5 Motorcycles

• Top 5 Racecars

• Best Classic

• Best Wheels

• Best Engine

• Best Interior

• Best Paint

• Best in Show

2026 Registration will open 90 days prior to the show. Follow our social media for accouncements!

Congratulations to Jon Cox and his 37 Ford for winning Best in Show for 2025!

If you are interested in becoming a Vendor please email Carsbehindbarsjoliet@gmail.com