Where does the money from this event go?
100% of the proceeds go to The Nature Education Foundation, a Murrieta non-profit organization providing youth nature education programs in Southwest Riverside County servicing students, schools and communities in Murrieta, Temecula, Wildomar, Lake Elsinore, Perris, Romoland, Homeland, Hemet, San Jacinto, Corona and Moreno Valley. All checks and cash are handled by The Nature Education Foundation. Non-Profit Tax ID # 71-0946697.

Where is this event?
The Kids’ Ride Into Nature Antique and Classic Car Show will be held at Marna O’Brien Park, 20505 Palomar Street, Wildomar. This is a 9-acre, grassy, beautiful, community and family park. Location Map

What is the date and time of this event and where do I enter?
Saturday, May 31, 2025 / 10am to 3pm Registered vehicles will enter and be parked onto the grassy area. Look for directional signage on Palomar Street. Placement map will be provided. Spectators will have pedestrian access. Free public parking is close by; short, walking distance.

What year cars are allowed to enter?
Antique – Mid to late 1800s to 1941 Buggies and Carriages welcome
Classic – 1942 to 1976

How do I register my car?
Registration page. Early registration is encouraged to ensure space is available.

When do I have to have my pre-registered car parked and displayed?
You can begin arriving to park your car starting at 7am. All cars MUST be parked Saturday morning by 8:30 AM with your Window Car Tag and the Completed Blue Judging Sheet by 9:00 AM or the car will not be judged. Cars without their hood up and Completed Blue Judging Sheet in the front window by this time will NOT be judged. NO ENTRY INTO THE PARK AFTER 9AM

How do I get my car judged?
To have your car judged, your hood must be up, and you must display the Completed Blue Judging Sheet in your front window by 9:00 AM. Blue Judging Sheets will be handed out at check-in.

Who judges the vehicles at the car show?
The event is being advised by The Drifters’ and the Fallbrook Vintage Car Clubs. The clubs have a combined 65 years of producing antique and classic car shows. Members of the two clubs will be involved in the process and awarding of trophies. Certain award categories may include judges associated with TNEF and the City of Wildomar who will receive guidance from the car club advisors.

How can I become a Vendor?
Vendor page. Retrieve the Vendor Packet to complete and mail in. The deadline for approved vendors is April 30, 2025. Vendor fees are reduced if Vendor provides a gift/basket donation for the event raffle.

Where do I go once I’m an approved vendor?
You will receive information to enter through the Vendor Gate at the park. You can start setting up at 7am and must be ready to go by 9:30am. No entry into the park after 9am.

Who do I contact if I have a vendor question?
TNEF Vendor Coordinator – Anna Dye anna@the-nef.org, 951-319-2998

Where do I pick up my Car Registration Information and Goodie Bag?
At check-in on the day of the event. Registration information and Goodie Bag will include:

• Blue Judging Sheet.
• Registration car tag.
• 2025 Kids’ Ride Into Nature Antique and Classic Car Show T-Shirt.
• Event directory and map of Marna O’Brien Park venue.
• Give aways from local businesses.
• Opportunity to purchase Raffle and 50/50 tickets.

How can I become a Sponsor?
See all sponsor levels and benefits on Sponsor page.  Questions? Email execdirector@the-nef.org or call 909-732-2209.

Who do I call if I have questions?
Ginger Greaves
Executive Director
The Nature Education Foundation
execdirector@the-nef.org
909-732-2209

Wayne Powell
TNEF Car Show Advisor
Drifters’ Car Club
blackf1502001@yahoo.com
760-917-9025