Squads and Rods Car Show

Come spend the day under the huge shade trees on Courthouse Square in downtown Golconda, IL.

The day's activities will begin at 8 a.m. with registration. Judging will be at 12 noon sharp with trophy presentation at 2 p.m.

Activities

  • Valve Cover Races 

  • Creeper RacesSwap Meet 

  • State Police Roll-over Demonstration 

  • Creeper Races

Creepers and helmets will be provided. Each racer MUST wear a helmet to participate. Racers will lay flat on their back and push the creeper with their feet. The person who reaches the finish line first will be declared the winner. This is a fun event and offers much entertainment for the youth. 

Swap Meet

Space will be provided on the west side of the Courthouse for swap meet vendors to display their goods. This is a good opportunity to turn some of your old car parts into cash. There is NO FEE for setting up for the swap meet.

Growing each year, the Squadsand Rods Open Car Show boastsover 100 entries last year and expects an even larger attendancethis year.

Concessions

Food concessions will be provided by local school groups and service organizations. Items such as grilled hamburgers, hot dogs, and drinks, and more will be available at a reasonable price.

Be sure to bring your camera, lawn chair and sunscreen and plan to spend the day in Golconda. See Squads & Rods website for more information.