The Project 25 Car Show is scheduled for Sunday, November 1, 2026, with the American Muscle Car Club hosting its 25th annual fundraiser for local children. WMBB reports Bay County Fairgrounds as the venue, but the organizer’s event page lists Kartona Electric Speedway instead. As of October 31, that conflict remains unresolved in the available sources, so confirm the location with AMCC before travelling.
Where is the Project 25 Car Show in 2026?
The two published locations are different destinations, not alternative names for one site. WMBB’s report identifies Bay County Fairgrounds, 2230 E. 15th St., Panama City. However, the AMCC event page lists Kartona Electric Speedway, 7125 US-98, Panama City Beach.
Consequently, drivers should not treat either address as definitively confirmed. Check the AMCC event listing and seek direct clarification from the club before setting navigation.
Searches for “Project 25 Car Show Panama City” can surface the fairgrounds address. However, a search result alone does not resolve the conflicting organizer page. Neither source establishes why the addresses differ.
For now, the practical distinction is straightforward: the event date is reported consistently, while the destination needs confirmation.
What time does the Project 25 Car Show start?
WMBB reports public hours of 10 a.m.–3 p.m. on November 1. Meanwhile, its reported vehicle-registration window runs from 9 a.m. until noon.
The WMBB report on the charity car show supplies the following practical details. Its AOL syndication displays an October 28, 2026 update date.
| Item | Reported detail | Planning note |
|---|---|---|
| Event date | Sunday, November 1, 2026 | 25th annual edition |
| Public hours | 10 a.m.–3 p.m. | Reported by WMBB |
| Vehicle registration | 9 a.m.–noon | Confirm with AMCC before arrival |
| Vehicle entry | $20 donation or a new, unwrapped toy | WMBB’s reported terms |
| Spectator admission | Free | Unwrapped toy donations encouraged |
| Venue | Fairgrounds or Kartona listing | Unresolved source conflict |
Importantly, registration and public opening are separate windows. Drivers entering a car should confirm the arrival procedure rather than assume spectator hours cover vehicle check-in.
How much does it cost to enter a car in the Project 25 Car Show?
According to WMBB, vehicle registration requires a $20 donation or a new, unwrapped toy. However, AMCC’s listing describes registration as a new toy worth $20.
Those descriptions are not identical. Therefore, confirm whether the club accepts a cash donation, requires a toy, or offers both options for this edition.
For an entrant, the simplest preparation is to ask AMCC about the donation requirement alongside the venue and check-in time. That avoids arriving with the wrong form of contribution.
Meanwhile, AMCC president Troy Brown estimated approximately 150 cars and more than 20 vendors, according to WMBB. Treat those figures as expectations, not confirmed attendance totals. The available reporting does not establish a final vehicle list or vendor roster.
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What should spectators bring to the Project 25 Car Show?
Spectators can attend free, according to WMBB. However, the report encourages visitors to bring a new, unwrapped toy for the fundraiser.
Before buying a donation, check whether AMCC has issued any additional collection guidance. The supplied reporting does not specify preferred age groups or a detailed list of accepted items.
- Confirm the venue before leaving home.
- Check that the reported public hours still apply.
- Keep donated toys unwrapped.
- Ask the organizer about any accessibility or parking requirements that affect your visit.
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Who benefits from the Project 25 toy drive?
The fundraiser supports Project 25, which provides Christmas gifts to children in Bay County. AMCC describes its involvement as helping the Bay County Sheriff’s Office with the annual effort.
The club’s Project 25 background page explains that charitable connection. Meanwhile, WMBB reports that the wider initiative began in 1980.
That history is distinct from the car show’s anniversary. This is the reported 25th annual AMCC car show, not the 25th year of Project 25 itself.
For visitors, the donation is the central practical contribution. You do not need to enter a display car to support the collection.
How can drivers record the drive to the show?
Once AMCC confirms the destination, TripRank can record the journey on iOS with GPS route capture. Its GPS-only trip recording works offline and continues in the background.
The free tier includes unlimited drive tracking and a per-trip Smoothness Score. However, trip history shows only the 10 most recent trips; older trips are locked. Our guide to how TripRank works explains the app’s tracking and telemetry features.
Set up recording before departure and leave the phone alone while driving.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Project 25 Car Show at Bay County Fairgrounds or Kartona Speedway?
The available sources conflict. WMBB reports Bay County Fairgrounds, while AMCC’s event page lists Kartona Electric Speedway. Confirm the destination directly with AMCC before travelling.
What time does the Project 25 Car Show start?
WMBB reports public hours of 10 a.m.–3 p.m. on Sunday, November 1, 2026. Its reported vehicle-registration window is 9 a.m.–noon.
Is the Project 25 Car Show free to attend?
WMBB reports free spectator admission and encourages visitors to bring an unwrapped toy. Vehicle registration has separate donation requirements.
Who benefits from the Project 25 toy drive?
Project 25 provides Christmas gifts to children in Bay County. AMCC supports the Bay County Sheriff’s Office through the annual fundraiser.
Bottom line
The November 1 fundraiser combines a reported five-hour public show with a Christmas toy collection for local children. However, confirm the venue and vehicle-entry terms with AMCC before making the drive. To keep a GPS record of your journey, download TripRank for iOS.
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