Police Invite Keiki to Participate in Free Youth Car Show in Hilo

The Hawaiʻi Police Department’s Hilo Community Policing Section, in partnership with the Hawaiʻi Police Activities League (HI-PAL) and D.A.R.E. Hawaiʻi, invites the public to attend a free Youth Car Show on Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026, at the Hilo Drag Strip.

The family-friendly event, the first of its kind in Hilo, is designed to bring the community together while showcasing the passion, creativity, and hard work of Hawaiʻi Island’s young automotive enthusiasts.

Youth ages 17 and younger are invited to enter a vehicle in the show. Whether it’s a restoration project completed with family members, a first project vehicle, or a vehicle they are especially proud of, participants are encouraged to register and share their accomplishments with the community.

Awards will be presented in the following categories:

• Imports
• Classics
• Trucks
• Other

The Youth Car Show provides young people with an opportunity to display their vehicles, meet others who share an interest in automobiles, and compete for awards in a positive environment.

Admission is free, and community members are encouraged to attend and support Hawaiʻi Island’s young automotive enthusiasts. The event will feature a variety of vehicles and provide opportunities for families to connect with police officers and community partners while enjoying a day of fun.

“We’re excited to host the first-ever HI-PAL car show in Hilo,” said Lieutenant Ryan Pagan of the Hilo Community Policing Section. “We encourage boys and girls who are car enthusiasts to sign up for this fun event.”

Vehicle registration is now open. To enter the car show or for more information, please contact Lieutenant Ryan Pagan by phone at (808) 961-2350 or by email at Ryan.Pagan@hawaiipolice.gov.