San Leandro Cherry Festival & Parade 2026

THIS APPLICATION IS FOR THE CAR SHOW ONLY. DO NOT USE THIS APPLICATION IF YOU ARE ANY OTHER TYPE OF VENDOR. 

Enter to be a part of the Fourth Annual San Leandro Cherry Festival Classic Car Show! The show is open to vehicles from 1980 and older, with the exception of specialty cars.  
 
Show Rules We ask that the following rules be followed to ensure that everyone has a good time and is safe while attending the event. Those who do not follow these rules will be asked to leave the festival completely. 

1. Each vehicle MUST be parked for the duration of the festival from 11 AM - 6 PM;
2. Evidence of insurance in your vehicle is required;
3. Proof of DMV registration, valid sticker, and license plate is required;
4. All entry vehicles must display registration placards visibly on the vehicle dashboard or front windshield.
5. No loud music is allowed to be played from vehicles. Any display of questionable music, videos, art, or other media is not permitted and will be removed from the show.
6. Listen to Cherry Festival Staff directions and or requests.
7. All entries must be driven into the show on their own power and be able to pull forward, backward, turn, and stop on their own power.
8. All persons operating the vehicle must have a valid driver's license.

Community Groups and individuals are invited to perform on our Community Stage. This is an unpaid performance opportunity.

Applications for performers will be evaluated on the following criteria: 

1. Quality of performance demonstrated on provided video files/links;

2. Duplication;

3. Returning performer in good standing with the City;

4. San Leandro based;

5. Date that the completed entry is received.

Performer acceptance decisions are at the sole discretion of the City.