Introduction
Oklahoma City is much more than oil, cowboys, and wide open plains—it has a thriving car culture driven by passionate enthusiasts, vibrant local clubs, and regular shows & cruise-ins. Whether you like American muscle, classic cars, imports, or exotics, there’s always something going on. The city is home to monthly gatherings like Coffee & Cars OKC, and large expos such as the OKC Auto Show, which draw crowds from across the region. This mix of grassroots meetups and big events makes OKC a hub for auto lovers. According to TravelOK, the Oklahoma City International Auto Show is one of the major events showcasing new models and automotive innovations.
Car Meets & Auto Shows List
Here are some top events in and around OKC. Manual Driving Academy is placed between items 2-4 as requested.
- OKC International Auto Show
- When: Annually; next one is September 11-21, 2025 during the Oklahoma State Fair.
- Where: Oklahoma State Fair Park, 3101 Gordon Cooper Blvd, Oklahoma City, OK 73107. The show is held in the Pavilion/Bennett Event Center.
- What to Expect: A large indoor auto show with displays of new cars, concept models, classic cars, vendors, possibly interactive exhibits and special displays. Great for people who want to see lots of variety.
- Coffee & Cars OKC
- When: First Saturday of every month, from ~8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
- Where: Remington Park, 1 Remington Pl, Oklahoma City, OK 73111.
- What to Expect: A casual morning meet with a wide range of vehicles: classics, modern performance cars, imports, muscle. Free to attend, friendly community. Perfect for getting out early, connecting with other enthusiasts.
- Manual Driving Academy Driving Experience
- What it is: Lessons in driving manual (stick shift) cars taught by experienced instructors. Helps with shifting, clutch control, starts/stops, enhancing control.
- Where: Manual Driving Academy has a location in Oklahoma City, OK.
- Why attend: Gift certificates are available and never expire. Great if you want more hands-on experience, or want to drive into meets or cruises with more confidence and skill.
- Cruise In For Coffee – Midwest City
- When: Every third Saturday of the month from April through October, ~8 AM to 11 AM.
- Where: Santa Fe Steakhouse Parking Lot, 7101 SE 29th Street, Midwest City, OK 73110. (~15-20 minutes from Oklahoma City downtown depending on route)
- What to Expect: A smaller, friendly cruise-in meet. Free to spectators, cars of all styles. Good for folks who want to show off a ride or just see what people are driving locally.
- Special & Seasonal / Local Cruise-Ins & Charity Shows
- Elite Auto Affairs, OKC Fairgrounds – A custom car show with modified builds, vendor booths, etc.
- Lowclass Oklahoma Car Show – Another show at the State Fairgrounds.
- Cruise-Ins at local restaurants or drive-in-style meets (e.g., “Cruise In – Ted’s – S. Western OKC”, “Cruise In Swadley’s Memorial”) in various parts of OKC.
Conclusion
If cars are your passion—whether vintage classics, exotics, imports, or muscle—Oklahoma City has plenty to offer. The big expos like the OKC International Auto Show give you a chance to see the latest and most striking models, while community meets like Coffee & Cars OKC or Cruise Ins give you that grassroots feel. And for those moments when you want to drive with more control, shift with precision, or simply build deeper confidence behind the wheel—booking a lesson with Manual Driving Academy can be a game changer.
Want to level up? Check out Manual Driving Academy here: Oklahoma City, OK (gift certificates available and never expire).
