2,500 Spectators & Attendees

Automotive enthusiasts, families, veterans, and collectors.

110 Partners

Non-profits, vendors, sponsors, celebrity guests

15 Non-Profits

Combination of veteran-based, motor related, and local community organizations.

23 Sponsors

Combination of national, regional, and local businesses.

66 Vendors

Combination of commercial, automotive and arts and crafts vendors

6 Celebrity Guests

1 Way Diesel from MotorTrend’s Loud and Lifted, Steven Michael Quezada comedian and actor, Gilby Clarke former guitarist for Guns N’ Roses, LA’s Rock Revival, Mike the Blindhound social media sensation and Joe Hernandez the original artist behind the iconic “Lowrider Man” logo.

(Amount Pending!) Raised for our Beneficiary Paws and Stripes

Pistons for Patriots 2026 was more than a car show — it was a full weekend experience celebrating cars, community, and camaraderie. Hosted at Expo New Mexico, the event brought together car enthusiasts, families, veterans, and supporters for an unforgettable weekend.

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Attendees enjoyed hundreds of incredible vehicles, live music, an amazing DJ, delicious food, beer gardens, vendors, and activities for the whole family. With a packed vendor marketplace, arts and crafts, celebrity guests, and plenty of entertainment throughout the weekend, there was something for everyone to enjoy.

The weekend wrapped up with an exciting drive through awards ceremony, celebrating the incredible vehicles and participants who made Pistons for Patriots 2026 one to remember.