01 / Award

October 17, 2026 / Delafield, Wisconsin
Postponed from Sept 19 due to weather
The most insane vehicles.
All in one place.
Show Countdown
Pre-Registration Closes Oct 15
Expected Attendees
Vehicles
Trophy Categories
Showcase Vehicles
01 / The Event
Wisconsin’s automotive high culture.
One afternoon. Five hundred exceptional vehicles. A meticulously curated celebration of engineering, design and the people who move car culture forward.

Carisma Showcase / $100
The front row.
Prime front-row placement
Limited to 50 vehicles
Professional event photography
Free event T-shirt
Curated goodie bag
Exclusive parking
Carisma Choice eligibility
$500 cash prize
Premium recognition
General Show / $25
Every build belongs.
Open to every vehicle type and eligible for all awards except Carisma Choice. A simple, high-energy way to put your build at the center of the show.
02 / Build Your Entry
Your machine. Our stage.
Registration is opening as an inquiry waitlist. Submit your vehicle now; approved entrants will receive confirmation and payment instructions from the Carisma team.
Important Notice
Applying for the Carisma Showcase does not reserve a space or guarantee entry. Only approved applicants will be invited to complete registration and payment. If your application is not selected, you're still welcome to display your vehicle in the General Show Lot for $30 on the day of the event.
03 / Spectator Hub
Plan the day.
3700 Hillside Drive
Delafield, WI 53018
04 / Trophy Room
Built to be earned.
Eight distinctions, judged with intent. One machine leaves with the highest honor.
01 / Award
02 / AwardCarisma Choice
Showcase exclusive / $500 cash prize
03 / AwardBest Motorcycle
04 / AwardBest Classic
05 / AwardBest Modern
06 / AwardBest European
07 / AwardBest Import
08 / AwardBest Domestic
05 / Past Shows
The archive.
73 photographs from previous Carisma Customs Car Shows.
06 / Partners
Align with excellence.
Put your organization in front of Wisconsin’s most engaged automotive audience.
Own the moment.
Gold, Silver, Bronze and Supporting opportunities are available.
07 / FAQ














