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Mount of Angels Car Canvas at Peterson Automotive Museum in LA
June 7: An interactive community art experience, invites participants of all ages to unleash their creativity and paint directly onto the car, transforming it into a living work of art.
Detailing Workshop at Peterson Automotive Museum
June 21: One-day workshop focusing on care and maintenance of automobiles, offering a unique opportunity for young enthusiasts to dive into the world of auto care.
Car Canvas at Petersen Automotive Museum
August 9: Add your mark to a one-of-a-kind art car at this free, all-ages interactive paint event. Guests can stop by anytime during museum hours to join the community project.
Little Sparks Workshop at Petersen Automotive Museum
August 16: Visit the Petersen Automotive Museum for workshops (ages 3-6) that explore the history, science, and art behind the car.
BMWs & Bretzels Cruise-In at Petersen Automotive Museum
September 28: See BMWs old and new with coffee and pretzels.
A Fast & Furious Legacy Exhibit Opening | Petersen Automotive Museum, Los Angeles
March 14: Celebrate the opening of a Fast & Furious exhibition with a multi-level car show, Tokyo Drift–inspired vehicles, special guests, and legendary movie cars on display.
Pato O’Ward @ the Petersen | Petersen Automotive Museum, Los Angeles
April 15: Hear a pro race driver talk and explore hands-on car exhibits.
Japanese Car Cruise In & Motorcycle Show | Peterson Automotive Museum, LA
May 31: See some of the most iconic Japanese cars and custom builds up close at this high-energy car meet. FREE!
Mini Motors: Cars + Inventions | Petersen Automotive Museum, Los Angeles
June 6: Kids explore car inventions through hands-on experiments and creative design in this workshop.
America 250 Automotive Parade | Los Angeles to Santa Monica
July 12: A historic car parade from the Petersen to Santa Monica Pier with a final showcase. FREE!
All American Cruise-In | Petersen Automotive Museum
July 26: A morning cruise-in featuring classic cars, motorcycles, and more. FREE!
Porsche Cruise-In | Petersen Automotive Museum, Los Angeles
August 30: Admire hundreds of Porsches from classics to modern GTs at this morning meet-up. Enjoy complimentary coffee, bagels, and take home an exclusive event poster.
Lightening McQueen Day | Petersen Automotive Museum, Los Angeles
September 5: Celebrate Lightning McQueen with Cars-inspired challenges, a photo op, crafts, scavenger hunt, and special prizes at the Petersen Automotive Museum.
OKTOBERFEST Euro Cruise-In | Petersen Automotive Museum, Los Angeles
September 27: Stroll a lineup of European cars and motorcycles on display at the Petersen Automotive Museum plaza, featuring vintage classics, rally legends, modern performance cars, and custom builds. All European makes are welcome. FREE!
Japanese Classic Car Show | Marina Green Park, Long Beach
October 3: See classic Japanese cars and celebrate more than two decades of Japanese automotive heritage and car culture.
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