Can't-Miss Truck Shows in 2026
January 21, 2026
A new year is here, which means another year full of truck shows with opportunities to learn about new products, receive educational training, engage with others in the industry, and of course, check out cool trucks.
Below are the 2026 truck shows we have on our radar:
Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS)
March 26-28, 2026
Louisville, Kentucky
Highlights:
- The largest trucking show in North America
- 850+ exhibitors
- 40+ featured events
- Hands-on demonstrations
- MATS Pro Talks
- PKY Truck Beauty Championship
- Live entertainment at the MATS concert
Midwest Truck Fest
June 19-20, 2026
Indianapolis, Indiana
Highlights:
- First year of event
- Proceeds benefit Patrol Base Abbate Foundation for Veterans
- Judged truck show
- Semi-truck drag racing
- Friday night light show with fireworks
- Huey helicopter rides
- Chainsaw wood carvers
- Live auction
- Live music
Rotella SuperRigs 2026
June 25-27, 2026
Bristol, Tennessee
Highlights:
- Truck Beauty Contest for over $25,000 in cash and prizes
- Chance to be one of 12 trucks featured in the Shell Rotella SuperRigs calendar
- Family-friendly activities
- Interactive exhibits
Walcott Truckers Jamboree
July 9-11, 2026
Walcott, Iowa
Highlights:
- Hosted at the World’s Largest Truckstop, Iowa 80
- Antique truck display
- Super Trucks Beauty Contest
- Over 175 exhibits
- Iowa pork chop cookout
- Live county music
- Trucker Olympics
- Fireworks
- Free admission & parking
Class 8 on the Lake Truck Show
July 11, 2026
Geneva on the Lake, Ohio
Highlights:
Specific information on this year’s event has not been released. Past years included a parade of lights and donated proceeds to the Feed Our Vets food pantry and VFW Riders of Post 6846.
Gear Jammer Magazine Truck Show
July 17 & 18, 2026
Epping, New Hampshire
Highlights:
- Show proceeds benefit the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation For Children with Autism
- Diesel truck drag racing
- “Lights for Autism” light show
- Live music
- Truck wash
- Vendor midway
Big Rig Showdown
July 31 & August 1, 2026
Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
Highlights:
- Big rigs
- Truck parade
- Light show
- Food & music
- Proceeds benefit local non-profit organizations
Carlisle Truck Show
August 7-9, 2026
Carlisle, Pennsylvania
Highlights:
- Big Rig Show and Shine
- Americana-themed truck display
- Big Rig Glow Show
- American Truck Historical Society showing
- Rolling Burnout Contest & Frame Dragging Contest
- Automotive flea market
13th Annual Keystone LargeCarMag Nationals
August 28-29, 2026
Lebanon, PA
Highlights:
- Benefits Help the Fight, supporting individuals diagnosed with breast cancer
- Lighted truck convoy
- Truck/tractor pulls
- Vendors and family-friendly activities
Keystone Trucking Nationals
September 19, 2026
Mohnton, Pennsylvania
Highlights:
- ¼ mile diesel racing
- Truck show & skid pad
American Truckers Jubilee
Searcy, Arkansas
October 24-25, 2026
Highlights:
- Charity benefit
- Live music
- Show 'n Shine
- Parade/convoy
Stars Stripes & White Lines Truck Show
November 6 & 7, 2026
Hampton, Georgia
Highlights:
- National Truck Show Championship judging custom-built trucks
- $10,000 Golf Ball Drop to benefit Wreaths Across America
- Country music performance
Other note-worthy trucking events
Although not truck shows, these events are trucking-focused and are great ways to connect with others and support meaningful causes.
Mother’s Day Truck Convoy Make-A-Wish
May 9, 2026
Manheim, PA
https://wish.org/philadesv/37th-annual-mothers-day-truck-convoy
Highlights:
- Raises money to grant life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses
- Large convoy featuring hundreds of trucks!
- Family-friendly festival with food trucks, games, and activities
Large Cars and Guitars
May 8-9, 2026
Bristol, Tennessee
Highlights:
- Raises money for the Susan G. Komen Foundation in the fight against breast cancer and Speedway Children’s Charities, helping children in Tennessee and Virginia
- Big Rig Light Show
- Concert
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