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Cynthiana Rod Run 2026

Kentucky’s Premier Downtown Cruise In

Where an Entire Town Becomes a Car Show

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Why Thousands Travel to the Cynthiana Rod Run

1,800+ Classic & Custom Vehicles

Live Entertainment, Food & Kid Zone

Entire Downtown Closed to Traffic

Entire Downtown Closed to Traffic

Live Entertainment, Food & Kid Zone

Entire Downtown Closed to Traffic

Live Entertainment, Food & Kid Zone

Live Entertainment, Food & Kid Zone

Live Entertainment, Food & Kid Zone

CRR Scholarship Program

Live Entertainment, Food & Kid Zone

Live Entertainment, Food & Kid Zone

More Than a Car Show — A Community Tradition

The Cynthiana Rod Run is a one-day cruise-in that transforms historic downtown Cynthiana into a celebration of classic cars, custom builds, and community pride.


Since 2012, this free event has drawn car enthusiasts and spectators from across Kentucky and surrounding states for a full day of vehicles, live entertainment, food vendors, family activities, and door prizes.


Organized by a volunteer committee of over 30 community leaders, the Cynthiana Rod Run is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to giving back through scholarships for students pursuing careers in skilled trades.

Investing in the Next Generation of Skilled Trades

Hands fixing a car engine with a wrench.

The Cynthiana Rod Run Scholarship Program is a new initiative created to invest directly into the future of our community.

As a nonprofit organization, we believe in honoring the trades that keep our world moving—mechanics, welders, fabricators, electricians, hands-on builders, etc.

In 2026, our goal is to award $10,000 in scholarships to students pursuing skilled trades and vocational careers.

Donate To The Scholarship Fund

Our Key Sponsors

CRR is made possible by generous local & regional sponsors.

Organized by a volunteer committee of 35 community leaders and supported by businesses across the region.

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