Troy Traffic Jam 2026: America's 250th

When: August 2, 2026 | 9am-3pm

Where: Columbia Center, 201 W. Big Beaver Rd., Troy, Michigan

How: Admission is FREE for the public with a suggested $5 parking donation that enters you to win a $500 cash prize.

What: This year's theme is America's 250th, celebrating 250 years of American innovation, industry, and automotive heritage. The car show, the programming, and the community all come together around that idea. Come see cars that built America, Patriotic Vehicles, and Historic Military Vehicles

Car Registration: Pre-registration is $30/Car and is open now. Swag bags guaranteed for the first 300 cars! Click the button below to register online or click here to download and print your registration form. Please make checks payable to TROY HISTORICAL SOCIETY and mail to 60 W. Wattles Road, Troy MI 48098.

You can also grab a 2026 Troy Traffic Jam T-shirt for $25 with your pre-registration.

Day-of registration is $35/car, but we cannot guarantee there will spots available the day of the show!

Need a hotel for the night? Hotel Indigo is right off I-75 and adjacent to the Troy Traffic Jam show and transport vehicle parking at 575 W. Big Beaver Rd. in Troy, Michigan. Click here to receive a discount rate for the nights of Saturday August 1 and Sunday August 2.

Questions? Contact: TroyTrafficJam@thvmail.org

What to Expect:

Schedule:

• 9:00am - Show open! All 300+ show cars are parked and ready to view!
• 9:30am - National Anthem and Opening Ceremonies followed by historic World War II C-47 flyover by the Michigan Flight Museum.
• 10:00am - Gallagher Tech Talks Series begin! Scroll down for full schedule.
• 12:00pm - 50/50 Raffle Drawing (must be present to win)
• 1:30pm - Pedal Power 200! Scroll down for more information.
• 2:30pm - Closing Ceremonies
  • 50/50 Raffle Drawing (must be present to win)
  • Prize Raffle Drawing (need not be present to win)
  • Parking $500 Cash Drawing (need not be present to win)
  • Announcing of Troy Traffic Jam Awards (need not be present to win)
• 3:00pm - Show closes! Thanks for coming out!

Available all show:

• Show cars and feature cars including Model T's to modern exotics and everything in between
• Automotive Art & Design Vendors (101 Lobby)
• Entertainment by DJ ChaChi
• FIRST Robotics demonstrations by Troy school teams (200 Lobby)
• Food Vendors
• Kids Zone with games, face painting, and a scavenger hunt
• Meet the Troy Traffic Jam Sponsors
• Racing Simulators with TRACKILICIOUS (200 Lobby)
• Troy Police and Fire Department community booths

Gallagher Tech Talks Series Schedule (autographs following each session):

• 10:00am - Direct Connection with Dodge Challenger Drag Racing
• 11:00am - Ford and Multimatic at Le Mans
• 12:00pm - Corvette and the Grand Sport and Grand Sport X
• 1:00pm - Revisiting the 2001 24 Hours of Daytona with No 3, Kelly Collins, and Gary Claudio
• 2:00pm - David Hobbs and Roger Bailey highlight their careers in Racing

See the cars that built America:

• 1905 Cadillac Osceola
• 1915 Ford Model T Touring Sedan
• 1924 Chrysler Six Model B-70 Roadster
• 1929 Cord L-29 Cabriolet
• 1929 Duesenberg Murphy Model J ZConvertible Coupe
• 1934 Chrysler Airflow
• 1949 Oldsmobile Rocket 88

• 1957 Cadillac Eldorado Brougham
• 1954 Chevrolet Corvette
• 1964.5 Ford Mustang
• 1964 Dodge A100
• 1972 Ford Pinto
• 1979 AMC Pacer DL
• and other patriotic cars, military vehicles, and more!

Kids Pedal Power 200:

This is the final of two Pedal Car Races for kids around Troy this summer! This race takes place during Troy Traffic Jam near the Info Tent. Racers must check in by 12:30pm, line up to race by 1:15pm, races begin at 1:30pm. Come early to check in, enjoy Troy Traffic Jam, then get ready to race! Participants in this race will all receive a medal and a sweet treat. The 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place winners of this race will also receive a trophy. Click here to learn and to register.

Troy Traffic Jame Event Raffles:

50/50 Raffle
Cash Only: $1 for 1 ticket | $5 for 5 tickets | $20 for 100 tickets
Tickets will go on sale starting at 10:00am. Look for Troy Traffic Jam personnel with signs walking around the show to purchase your tickets from. The first at 12:00pm and the second at 3:00pm. You must be present to win.

Prize Raffle
Cash Only: $5 for 1 ticket | $20 for 20 tickets
Win auto related prizes for all ages & interests! Purchase a ticket at the Info Tent during the show and choose between 10 Prize packages worth $150 or more! The drawing for this raffle will be at 2:30pm. Need not be present to win.

Parking $500 Cash Raffl
Cash Only: $5 for 1 ticket
Purchase a ticket when you park your car at the ramp south of the Columbia Center. The drawing for this raffle will be at 2:30pm. Need not be present to win.

Special Rate Available at Hotel Indigo:

Hotel Indigo is right off I-75 and adjacent to the Troy Traffic Jam show and transport vehicle parking at 575 W. Big Beaver Rd. in Troy, Michigan. Click here to receive a discount rate for the nights of Saturday August 1 and Sunday August 2.

Thank you to our 2026 Troy Traffic Jam Sponsors!

Presenting Sponsor:

KIRCO is an award-winning commercial real estate development, construction (KIRCO MANIX) and property management organization. KIRCO has planned and developed over 30 million square feet of build-to-suit, own, and lease properties.

Proud Host Venue:

The Columbia Center is proud to once again host the 18th Annual Troy Traffic Jam, benefiting the Troy Historic Village. Located in the heart of Troy, Columbia Center is a premier Class A office building offering spectacular views of Metro Detroit, along with a wide range of convenient tenant amenities.

Presenting the Gallagher Tech Talks Series:

Gallagher Global Brokerage delivers tailored insurance, risk management, and consulting solutions to organizations across industries. With a strong local presence backed by global resources, our teams partner closely with clients to understand their unique risks and growth goals—providing strategic guidance, market access, and innovative solutions that drive better outcomes. From property and casualty to executive risk, employee benefits, and specialty coverages, Gallagher combines deep expertise with a relationship-driven approach to help clients protect what matters most and confidently move forward.

Presenting the S-Tier Showcase:

S-Tier is a premium auction consignment service for enthusiast and collector car sellers. We handle every step of the preparation, presentation, and listing process so you walk into auction day knowing everything was done right. At S-Tier, our goal is the same as yours: achieving the highest possible sale price. We do the work, so you don’t have to.

Entertainment Sponsor:

Horizon has always been about people first. Listening to you, learning about you, and building relationships has been at the core of who we are and how we approach banking since 1873.

Kids' Pit Stop Sponsor:

City of Cars, Inc. has been serving the greater Troy area for over 30 years. As a family-owned and operated dealership built on integrity and family values, they strive to redefine the conventional dealership experience. Whether you're searching for the perfect ride or simply browsing our inventory, our friendly staff with over 100 years of combined automotive experience is here to assist you. City of Cars, Inc. has earned recognition as the 2019 MIADA Dealer of the Year and hold the title of the 2019-2020 NIADA Quality Dealer of the Year.

Pedal Car Sponsor:

PedalCar.com (C & N Reproductions) has been the nation's go-to source for steel pedal cars, restoration parts, and pedal car expertise for more than 30 years. Their ride-on cars are built the classic way: all steel, no computers, no motors, no batteries. Just pedal power.

Media Sponsor:

Hour Detroit Magazine is a multimedia production company and the largest publisher of city and regional magazines in the United States, known for award-winning journalism, design, events, and marketing services. Founded with the launch of Hour Detroit in 1996, the company has expanded its portfolio to include nationally recognized brands such as DBusiness, Detroit Design, Atlanta magazine, and Minnesota Monthly, along with divisions specializing in digital marketing, custom publishing, research, and video production. Through its publications, live events, and creative services, Hour Media continues to shape and celebrate local culture, business, and lifestyle markets across the country.

Friends of Troy Traffic Jam: B & B Collision, Dean Sellers Ford, DiLisio Contracting, GR Auto Gallery, OHM Advisors, Yeo & Yeo

Special Thanks To: Belle Tire, Detroit Auto Dealers Association, Game Show Battle Rooms, National Parts Depot, Nowicki Autosport, Sedona Taphouse, Troy Auto Transport, Detroit Historical Society, Stahl's Automotive Group, Pontiac Transportation Museum, Cauley Ferrari of Detroit, Pasteiner's Auto Zone, Fogo de Chão, Stoney River, Sanctuary Lake Golf Course, Sylvan Glen Golf Course