Car, Truck, Jeep Show & Swap Meet promises to bring array of vehicles to the German American Club
A professionally judged car show rolls back to Cape Coral next weekend at a popular large outdoor venue.
The Cape Coral Car, Truck, Jeep Show & Swap Meet, put on by Judge’s Car & Truck Shows, is set to take place on April 18 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the German American Social Club.
Presented by Certified Slings of Fort Myers, this exciting community event will feature more than 200 vehicles on display, ranging from classic cars to modern showstoppers, along with live entertainment, food, vendors, and more — all while raising funds for local charities.
Judge’s Car & Truck Shows owner Corey Judge said the entity is excited to return to Cape Coral and the GASC grounds after a show that just took place in February. They also held a show in Cape Coral last year that featured nearly 400 vehicles.
“We’re hoping for another successful show here,” he said. “Our shows range in class and are all professionally judged and feature trophies. This show will feature more than 140 different trophies in over 50 different classes ranging from classic, vintage vehicles all the way up to modern sports cars. We really cover the gamut. Our events are family-friendly, and car owners can present their vehicles for display-only as well.”
Spectator admission is $5, making it an affordable day of fun for families and automotive enthusiasts alike. Attendees can enjoy live music, German beer, and a variety of food and merchandise vendors throughout the day.
Vehicle owners are encouraged to participate by registering their cars, trucks, or jeeps in advance. Online pre-registration is open until April 16 at 10 a.m., and space is limited. Vehicles can still pay and register day of show, space permitting (onsite registration is 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.).
This event is part of the Judge’s Car & Truck Shows series, which hosts nearly 40 events each season across Florida, Georgia, and the Southeast. With more than 40 years of combined experience, the Judge’s team is known for its professionally judged shows and high-value trophies.
“We’d love anyone who wants to show off their car or vehicle to come on out because you’re helping support a really great cause,” Judge said. “That’s the No. 1 thing we always try and promote. Also our shows are about fun. It’s about getting out there, meeting other like-minded people who are enthusiastic about vehicles and having a great time. We’ll have food vendors, music, prizes, and other things going on.”
Each season, Judge’s Car & Truck Shows helps raise more than $50,000 for charities and non-profit organizations, including Hearts & Homes for Veterans, the Marine Corps League, and the Police & Kids Foundation.
“Our season runs September through May, and we raise funds throughout the state of Florida and all the way up to Georgia,” Judge said. “We work with different nonprofit groups, different churches, different school organizations, even other car clubs that also support different nonprofits. So it’s really a great model to help the community.”
Judge said the GASC grounds make for a great venue for the show.
“It’s great for what we’re going, for a big outdoor event,” he said. “They’re got wonderful outdoor space and stage space for live music and our entertainment. It’s not cramped at all and is a really great environment.”
Vehicle registration fee for trophy eligible entries are $30 pre-registered online and $35 day-of show. Display-only fees are $10 pre-registered and $15 day-of show.
For more information and to register, visit judgescarshows.com.
German American Social Club is at 2101 SW Pine Island Road.