The Veterans Memorial Museum in Chehalis is gearing up for its annual Rust or Shine Car Show & Music Festival, hitting the pavement on Sunday, August 31, 2025. Known as one of Southwest Washington’s largest and most beloved automotive gatherings, this event brings together an eclectic mix of hot rods, muscle cars, classics, street rods, rat rods, motorcycles, and “rust buckets”— all beautifully showcased for enthusiasts to admire and enjoy
Car lovers can register online or in person (registration now open!) for just $20, with proceeds helping support the museum’s vital programs like Veterans Journey Forward. The day’s lineup includes three live bands, tasty offerings from local food vendors, lively raffles with hundreds of dollars in prizes, a Chicago‑style pin-up contest, and handcrafted trophies on display.
Families and community members are invited to immerse themselves in the full festival atmosphere—catch up with fellow gearheads, chat about engine specs, take a spin through the museum, and soak in live music. Bring your camera, your appetite, and your love for all things automotive—Rust or Shine is the must-attend celebration to cap summer in Chehalis.