🚘 Coles Classic Car Show 2025 | Bangor Maine Classic Car Event at Cole Land Transportation Museum
- Gerry Caron
- Sep 10
- 4 min read
🚘 Coles Classic Car Show 2025 | Bangor Maine Classic Car Event at Cole Land Transportation Museum
Rev your engines and polish that chrome—because Bangor, Maine is about to host one of the most exciting new events of the year! The First Annual Coles Classic Car Show rolls into the Cole Land Transportation Museum on Saturday, September 20, 2025, bringing together car enthusiasts, families, and history lovers for a one-of-a-kind community celebration.
More than just a car show, this event is a fusion of classic American automotive culture, local food, live community spirit, and heritage preservation. From pre-1959 beauties to modern-day muscle, the Coles Classic Car Show promises a dazzling lineup of vehicles, complete with awards, raffles, food trucks, and family-friendly activities.
And best of all? It’s all for a good cause. As part of Heroes & Heritage Week, the car show raises funds for veteran programs through the Galen Cole Family Foundation, making every polished hood and roaring engine a tribute to Maine’s heroes. Whether you’re showcasing your ride, voting for your favorite, or just soaking in the nostalgia, this is your chance to be part of Bangor’s newest annual tradition.
📅 Event Details
Date: Saturday, September 20, 2025
Time: Registration 8:30 AM | Show 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Awards at 2:00 PM
Location: Cole Land Transportation Museum, 405 Perry Rd, Bangor, ME 04401
Admission: Free for the public!
🚗 Car Show Highlights
Free coffee & donuts for participants
Free event T-shirt for pre-registered vehicle owners
Award Categories:
Best in Show
Most Patriotic Vehicle
Top Five Overall
Category Awards: Pre-1959, 1960s, 1970s, 1980s, 1990–Now
Public Voting: Ends at 1 PM
Awards Announced: 2 PM
Delicious local food trucks & refreshments
Exciting 50/50 Raffle & Heroes & Heritage Raffle
🎟️ Registration & Participation
Want to showcase your ride? Pre-register today to secure your spot and snag a free event T-shirt!
🌟 Why Attend?
The Coles Classic Car Show isn’t just for car buffs—it’s an event for the whole community. Whether you’re:
A collector or gearhead eager to show off your pride and joy
A history enthusiast drawn to Bangor’s iconic Cole Land Transportation Museum
A family looking for a free, fun day out filled with cars, food, and raffles
Or someone who simply loves nostalgia, chrome, and horsepower
…this event is designed to bring people together. By attending, you’re also helping support vital programs for Maine’s veterans through the Galen Cole Family Foundation.
🏆 Community Spirit & Veterans Support
The Cole Land Transportation Museum is more than a museum—it’s a living legacy of Maine’s transportation history and its commitment to honoring veterans. The Coles Classic Car Show carries forward that mission by combining community fun with a cause that matters.
Every raffle ticket, car registration, and community vote helps strengthen veteran support programs, making this event not just entertainment, but a celebration of service and sacrifice.
📍 Location & Contact Info
Cole Land Transportation Museum
405 Perry Road, Bangor, ME 04401
📞 (207) 990-3600
🕰️ More Events at the Cole Land Transportation Museum
The Coles Classic Car Show is just one of many community events at the museum:
Transportation Festival @ Cole Museum – Sunday, September 14, 2025 | 11:00 AM
Cheers & Gears: An Evening to Support Veterans – Saturday, September 20, 2025 | 6:00 PM
Check out the museum’s full schedule at Cole Museum Events.
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Whether you’re showcasing your ride, voting for your favorite, or just soaking in the nostalgia, this is your chance to be part of Bangor’s newest annual tradition.
