Wheels on Academy

Wheels on Academy

Car Show | EV Showcase | Touch-A-Truck | Live Music | Food Trucks

May 15, 2027 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. | North Academy St.

 

Thanks to all who joined us for Wheels on Academy in 2026. We look forward to seeing you in 2027!

See the cars of yesteryear come alive and rule the road alongside today's modern hot rods and exotic cars. This free event features entertainment, food, and fun for the entire family!

 2026 Features

Cars lined up with their hoods raised

Car Show

Open to all makes, models, and years of cars and trucks - including EVs! Come explore vintage classics alongside modern marvels.

An adult and child next to a Cary Fire Truck

Touch a Truck

Kids and curious minds can explore a variety of trucks and vehicles from Cary Public Works, Public Safety, and Fire!

Cary branded Ford Lightning and Cary Police cart

Explore an EV

Learn about Cary's green fleet and how we're driving into a sustainable future.

Show your EV at our public showcase!

Red V on a hypnotic background

Live Music

Rocking out our new Courtyard Lounge:

Vertigo

A line of people at a food stand

Food Vendors

Serving up tasty bites this year:

Craft Public House

Death by Taco

Frios Raleigh

 

Getting to Wheels

Parking

Parking is available at Town Hall Campus, including:

  • Town Hall Parking Deck - 121 Wilkinson Ave
  • Cary Street Lot - Across from Town Hall Parking Deck

Please be aware that N. Academy St will be closed, so parking must be accessed from Wilkinson Ave.


GoCary

All routes lead to Wheels! The GoCary bus depot is right across the train tracks from the event.

Hop on any GoCary route on the way to the depot, and you'll find yourself steps away from Wheels. 

Plan your trip at GoCary.org or on the GoCary app.

Wheels on Academy

Updated on 05/26/2026 4:02 PM

2024 Wheels on Academy event in Downtown Cary.

Questions?

Contact Maddie Lamkins