October 16, 2026
Hot Rod Rendezvous
Presented by Visit Central Florida: hot rods, race cars and rock & roll around the beautiful Lake Mirror promenade.
Donation Announcement
Every entry gives back.
Since our 2022 event, the Lake Mirror Classic has raised and distributed more than $125,000 to local and regional charities, made possible by our sponsors, partners, and every show vehicle owner.
A note from the Event Director
Our team continues to elevate every event.
With 2025 behind us, we're proud to report that the Lake Mirror Classic has raised and distributed more than $125,000 to local and regional charities since our 2022 event.
This could never happen without the incredible support of our sponsors, partners, and every show vehicle owner. Because of their donations, every dollar from show car entries goes directly toward helping deserving local-area charities.
The Lake Mirror Classic is operated completely by volunteers, and the dedication of more than 130 amazing and talented individuals makes the event happen. Their hard work along with their charitable hearts is key to making this possible.
We are planning to elevate the Lake Mirror Classic again in 2026, and we invite you to join us for a fun weekend in beautiful Lakeland, Florida this October.
Thank you again to everyone involved,
Robert D'Angelo
Event Director · Lake Mirror Classic
October 16 to 18, 2026
Join us for the 2026 weekend
Three days on the historic Lake Mirror Promenade in downtown Lakeland, and every registration gives back.
October 17, 2026
Concours d'Elegance & Open Car Show
Our signature judged Concours alongside the open downtown car show, rolling works of art from the nation's top collectors.
October 18, 2026
Lake Mirror Classic Road Tour
A scenic driving tour through Central Florida to close out a memorable weekend together.
2026 Vehicle Registration
March 5 to September 15, 2026
Where the dollars go
Our benefiting charities
Every penny from entrant registrations goes directly to these deserving local and regional organizations.
Guardian Ad Litem of Lakeland
Lakeland High School
Friends of Lake Mirror
Camp Gilead
Ronald McDonald House of Tampa Bay
Automobile Racing Club of Florida
Lakeland Explorers
…and the Lakeland & Polk County community at large.
From 2022 to 2025, your participation has returned over $125,000 to the people and places that make Central Florida worth celebrating.
Every registration gives back
Be part of the 2026 Classic
Register a vehicle or join us on the promenade, October 16 to 18, 2026. Your entry directly supports the local charities above.