GREAT AMERICAN ROAD RALLY

The "GARR" Show

1st Annual GREAT AMERICAN ROAD RALLY & CUSTOM CAR SHOWHosted by the GARR Foundation
(501(c)(3) nonprofit in formation)Saturday, July 4, 2026 • 7:30 AM – 2:30 PMCelebrating America’s 250th Birthday
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### Event Highlights ###325+ modern custom, classics, hot rods, exotics, overlanders, lowriders, club cars, dealership flagships, and collection builds rolling together in true American style, a National Event, the largest rolling car show and cruise-in West of the Mississippi.The Route:
Rolling parade from the Park Union District at the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum, down historic Colorado Ave through Old Colorado City, and into Manitou Springs.Optional Winding Road Rally along Hwy 24, to the Pikes Peak Highway Toll and Turnaround for those who want more miles, mountain views, or want to visit America's Mountain on America's Birthday every year! A new tradition! A new place to be with friends on the Fourth Of July!
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### 🎖️ Great Americans Award Ceremony ###Honoring 10 local heroes live at the Veterans Signature Banner
(2 Veterans • 2 Olympians • 2 Police • 2 Fire Fighters/EMT • 2 Active Duty Soldiers)20 Garrrrrr! Trophy Categories including Best of Show, Best Veteran Built, and a special PIRATE SHIP "G'ARR Car" category, “just for fun”, you can register anything you have for the GARR build-off awards. If you have something that runs, and looks pirate and/or patriot themed, enter to WIN!
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### Veteran & Community Focus- **Veteran-Owned Businesses ** on Vendor Row (gun stores, BBQ & patriotic vendors welcome, sign up as a Bronze Sponsor)
- Massive Veterans Signature Banner — centerpiece backdrop where 4ID, 10th Group soldiers, veterans, and active duty sign live on-site
- 30% of every sponsorship dollar donated directly through the GARR Foundation:
• 27% split among the 10 local veteran nonprofits present on-site
• 3% to the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic MuseumAll registrations limited to 350 vehiclesVeterans & First Responders = FREE
Non-veteran entry = $55 ($75 if registered within 30 days of the show; if space is available)
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### Sponsorship Tiers
4 tiers available — Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze
20+ sponsors expected. All sponsors receive marketing packets, banners, and incentives based on level. (PURCHASE A SPONSOR TICKET after Registration Submission)
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### Spectator InfoFree spectator entry
Parking: Adjacent El Paso County Parking Garage + nearby 3-level garage (300+ spaces available)Scan the QR code for the full route map & safety briefing. Or go to https://garrshow.org/#rules
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GREAT AMERICAN ROAD RALLY & CUSTOM CAR SHOWLet’s celebrate America’s 250th in true Garrrrrr! style — with wheels, patriotism, and respect for those who served.Presented by HARD Corp Customs, Our Platinum Sponsors & the GARR FoundationThank You for Supporting Our Disabled Veterans and Paralympians!
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The Rally Route

A Cruise-in, to the Clouds

We designed “THE ROUTE” with the businesses along Colorado Avenue and in Old Colorado City and Manitou Springs in mind, each individual Chamber of Commerce will benefit every year from the event. Even though we’re running on a holiday, mornings along this stretch from Colorado Springs to Manitou Springs have historically been very light on traffic before noon.
This is a true cruise-in style rolling rally — not a closed convoy. Normal local traffic will continue to flow and will naturally mix in with the participants, just like the famous Woodward Dream Cruise. Cruisers receive a clear pre-event safety briefing and are instructed to keep speeds safe, allow local cars to merge, and never block access.To protect everyone:Paid professional traffic control at the start and at the designated turnaround zones (24/Cimarron return route and the PPHwy turnaround)
Clear instructions for cruisers to exit the route by 10:30 AM if needed so regular traffic can resume normally for the rest of the day.
Optional Winding Road Rally extension for those who want more miles, and a 40 Minute+ Driving Experience.Our goal is simple: create a fun, family friendly, low-impact parade that brings spectators out to sit in front of their favorite shops, restaurants, and businesses to cheer on the cars and enjoy the patriotic atmosphere. More eyes on the route = more foot traffic and business for the hardworking local spots that open up on the 4th.
This careful planning keeps cruisers safe, spectators safe, and helps turn a normally quiet holiday morning into a memorable celebration for the entire community.

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Registered Vehicles Safety Briefing

Safety Briefing and Rules of the Rally

To enter your vehicle in the show and participate in the cruise you MUST:#1. Bring a valid state-issued driver’s license or ID card from the DMV (physical copy — digital versions not accepted). This will be checked during registration and again at parade staging.#2. All drivers must be 18 years or older and possess a valid state-issued driver’s license/ID.
Your vehicle must be currently registered, roadworthy, properly insured, and display valid license plates (or approved temporary/special event plates if applicable).#3. No excessive exhaust deletes, unsafe modifications, or vehicles leaking fluids.#4. All participants (including passengers) must wear seatbelts at all times while moving.Cruise-In Rules – Drive Safe & Respect the Route#5. Obey all traffic laws — posted speed limits, stop signs, traffic signals, and right-of-way.
Maintain safe following distance of 2 car lengths (10m). Do not block driveways, crosswalks, or business access if possible.#6. Allow local traffic to merge and pass naturally — this is a cruise-in, not a parade convoy.#7 No burnouts, donuts, excessive revving, or reckless driving anywhere on the route.#8. Use turn signals, stay in your lane, and watch for pedestrians and spectators.#9. If you need to exit the route early, do so safely and follow the posted return instructions.Event Flow & TimingStaging begins at 7:30 AM in the Park Union District lot (Olympic & Paralympic Museum).
Pre-cruise safety briefing and ID/vehicle check at staging. Engine start and rolling from 8:00 AM down Colorado Ave through Old Colorado City to Manitou Springs.NOTE Cruisers are asked to clear the main route by 10:30 AM so normal traffic can resume for the rest of the holiday.Emergency & General SafetyIn case of emergency, pull over safely, turn on hazard lights, and call 911.
Keep your phone accessible but do not use it while driving.
Stay hydrated, wear sunscreen, and watch for changing weather.
Respect all volunteers, law enforcement, and paid traffic control personnel.By registering and participating, you agree to follow these rules. Violations may result in removal from the event without refund. Our top priority is the safety of participants, spectators, veterans, and the community we’re honoring on America’s 250th Birthday.Let's make this a show and rally to remember!!!