San Diego MVPA
Events & Parades
From Veterans Day parades to midnight rides — here's where you'll find us out in the field.
On the Calendar
Upcoming Events
Christian Rods and Customs Car Show — Spring Valley
A local car show in Spring Valley. Come out and display your military vehicle!
Military & First Responder Vehicle Show
A dedicated show for military and first responder vehicles with awards in three categories. A great opportunity to display your vehicle and connect with the community.
San Diego Association of Car Clubs Meet Up — Santee
San Diego Association of Car Clubs monthly meet up in Santee. Bring your military vehicle and connect with the broader San Diego car community.
Membership Meet & Greet
Club meet & greet in the classroom at P2K Sports. A great chance to connect with fellow members, talk vehicles, and plan upcoming events.
Veterans Day Parade — San Diego & USS Midway
Save the date! The annual Veterans Day Parade in San Diego. More details to follow.
St. Patrick's Day Parade — San Diego
Mark your calendars for next year's St. Patrick's Day Parade. Details to follow.
Rancho San Diego Cars & Coffee (Monthly)
A recurring monthly gathering for car and vehicle enthusiasts. Come out and show off your military vehicle! Let us know if you have other cars & coffees, trucks & tea, or HMMWV & hamburgers events to add.
Any events we missed?
Let us know if there are additional events we can add to the list. Don't forget photos — we want them!
In the Books
Past Events
Broken Yolk Car Show — Rancho San Diego
2963 Jamacha Road, El Cajon, CA 92019
A fun local car show in Rancho San Diego. Note: this show charges a $25 fee to display your vehicle.
La Mesa Cruise Night
La Mesa Lumber Parking Lot, La Mesa, CA
Final Thursday evening cruise night of the summer series. Trailer parking available, convoy down the boulevard during the evening.
Pine Valley Days Parade
Pine Valley, CA
Join us at the Pine Valley Days Parade.
La Mesa Cruise Night
La Mesa Lumber Parking Lot, La Mesa, CA
Thursday evening cruise night display at the La Mesa Lumber Parking Lot.
Fourth of July Parade — Alpine
Alpine, CA
Celebrated the 250th birthday of our great nation at the Alpine Fourth of July Parade.
MVPA National Convention
Augusta County Expo Center, Fisherville, VA
51st Annual MVPA Convention in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley, Central Virginia.
La Mesa Flag Day Parade
La Mesa Village, La Mesa, CA
The parade marched west through the La Mesa Village.
La Mesa Cruise Night — Opening Night
La Mesa Lumber Parking Lot, La Mesa, CA
Thursday evening cruise night display at the La Mesa Lumber Parking Lot.
Mount Soledad National Veterans Memorial
Mount Soledad National Veterans Memorial, San Diego, CA
Members provided Vietnam Era Vehicles for display and shuttled guests from the parking lot to the memorial cross.
Wings Tracks Wheels
Chino Airport, Chino, CA
Sponsored by the Planes of Fame Air Museum. A multi-day event celebrating aviation, armor, and military vehicles.
MVPASD Meeting — Meet & Greet
P2K Sports — El Cajon, CA
Club meet & greet at P2K Sports. Members connected to talk vehicles, events, and projects.
St. Patrick's Day Parade 2026
Balboa Park, San Diego, CA
Members rolled through Balboa Park in full force, drawing cheers from the crowd with our Humvees and classic military vehicles.
Veterans Day Parade 2025
San Diego, CA
One of our biggest turnouts of the year — members brought out Humvees, Jeeps, Dodge WC trucks, and more to honor veterans at the annual Veterans Day Parade.
Members Midnight Ride
San Diego, CA
A memorable night run with members taking their M151 Mutt Jeeps out after dark — a unique and unforgettable experience for everyone involved.
Want to Participate?
Members are encouraged to bring their vehicles to parades and events throughout the year. Join the club and be part of the action.