Arts & Entertainment
Wheels Of Wayne Car Show Set For April 26
The 12th Annual Wheels of Wayne car show will feature tons of vehicles, as well as the pulled pork and pizza contests. Here's what to know.
WAYNE, PA — The annual Wheels of Wayne car show is all set for April 26, and car owners who want to show off their rides can sign up now.
The 12th annual Wheels of Wayne will be held from 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. April 26 at North Wayne and West Wayne avenues. The event is free to attend, with extra fees for food and drinks.
Those who wish to participate in the car show can register online here.
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Over the years, Wheels of Wayne has evolved into a tradition featuring a family-friendly atmosphere with a display of local cars, trucks, and motorcycles, activities, local businesses and organizations, entertainment, and food, contests to find the best pulled pork and best pizza.
Both food and non-food vendors can register to participate online here. Hard copy registration forms are available online here. Completed forms and payment must be returned to Radnor Township Recreation, 301 Iven Ave. Wayne, PA 19087.
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Judges are needed to evaluate the lineup of cars, trucks, and motorcycles. Additionally, organizers are looking for judges interested in helping choose the best pulled pork or best pizza. Those interested should contact Tammy Cohen, Director of Parks & Recreation, at tcohen@radnor.org or 610-688-5600, extension 141.
The event will close North Wayne Avenue between Lancaster Avenue and West Avenue from 7 am. to 7 p.m. A portion of West Avenue will be closed, with limited access, during those same hours. Parking will be prohibited in these areas during the closure. Vehicles parked there will be towed.

Volunteers are needed for the following aspects of the event:
- Event management and security at footprint borders.
- Table set-up.
- Placement of signage and event equipment.
- Event sponsor and vendor greeter.
- Table management and distribution of publications and other items.
- Vehicle placement and registration.
- Distribution of materials and programs.
- Assistance with children at vehicles and activity stations.
- Assistance with parking.
Contact Tracey Krum, Recreation Program Coordinator, at tkrum@radnor.org or 610-688-5600, extension 136.
Sponsorship opportunities are also available.
Below are sponsoship levels and their benefits:
Best of Show Event Presenting Sponsor — $5,000
- Sponsorship activation announcement to highlight the partnership.
- Presenting sponsor of the event with name and/or logo appearing at the top of event promotional materials for one full year.
- 'Weekly e-newsletter presented by' recognition (14,000+ recipients)
- Unique advertisement, video, or commercial via e-newsletter and/or social media (1,200 followers).
- Social media spotlight with a tag to your social media page (1,200+ followers).
- Promotion on event webpage and sponsorship page with name/logo with link to your website for one full year.
- Township Building Lobby Sign Spotlight.
- Name included in event communications to vehicle participants.
- Name announced during the event, and opportunity to make an announcement during the event.
- Opportunity to attend the event with a table in a prime location, display signage or a banner, distribute promotional materials, and make an announcement.
- Opportunity to distribute materials to vehicle registrants in their dash plaque packets.
- Two complimentary registrations to the event (two vehicles).
Classic Sponsor — $2,500
- Name and/or logo appearing on event promotional materials for one full year.
- Recognition in the sponsor section of the e-newsletter (14,000+ recipients).
- Promotion on the event webpage with name/logo with a link to your website for one full year.
- Social media spotlight with tag to your social media page (1,200+ followers).
- Township Building Lobby Sign Spotlight.
- Name announced during the event.
- Opportunity to attend the event with a table in a prime location, display signage or a banner, distribute promotional materials, and make an announcement.
- One complimentary registration to the event (one vehicle).
Hot Rod Sponsor — $500
- Name and/or logo appearing on event promotional materials.
- Promotion on the event webpage with name/logo and link to your business website.
- Opportunity to attend event with a table, display signage or a banner, and distribute promotional materials.
Vehicle Dash Plaque Sponsor — $1,000 (or equal cost of dash plaques)
- Add on to any sponsorship level above.
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Contact Cohen at tcohen@radnor.org or 610-688-5600, extension 141, with questions.
In the event of inclement weather, Wheels of Wayne will be held May 3.
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