Cars, Coffee, and Community: Inside the Return of Best of Arizona Cars and Coffee

Arizona’s car culture runs deep. From sunrise meetups to weekend rallies, parking lots across the Valley are often filled with rare exotics, lifted trucks, vintage cruisers, and finely tuned imports. Once a year, something bigger happens—an event that unites the state’s most passionate organizers and proudest owners in one place. That event is the Best of Arizona Cars and Coffee, and in 2025, it levels up, moving from an ordinary asphalt parking lot in Phoenix to one of Arizona’s premier car show locations: the lush Great Lawn of Fountain Park in Fountain Hills.

With show cars displayed on grass against the backdrop of Fountain Park’s lake and iconic fountain, the setting elevates the experience and offers stunning photo opportunities for amateur and professional photographers alike. This is the same location that hosts the prestigious Concours in the Hills, occupying the west side of the park along Saguaro Boulevard.

What began as an ambitious idea to unify Arizona’s diverse Cars and Coffee scene has become a signature event. Unlike a typical local meetup, this isn’t just a gathering—it’s a curated celebration of car culture from across the state. A core goal is to bring together a dozen or so Cars and Coffee organizers, each showcasing a small but powerful sample of what makes their event unique. It’s a rare chance for attendees to experience the essence of multiple Cars and Coffee events in one place, on one day, while giving grassroots organizers the spotlight they deserve.

Last year’s inaugural event set the tone, drawing cars and spectators from Scottsdale, Peoria, Anthem, and beyond. Organizers like Alpio’s, Anthem, BESPOKEV, Luxe, Peoria, Tires and Timepieces, JR Garage, Rock & Roll Car Show, and Leadfoot Ladies defined the roster, blending established community staples with rising newcomers. This year’s lineup will expand to represent the full diversity of Arizona’s automotive scene—from hypercars and electric vehicles to muscle cars, vintage builds, and modified imports. Additional organizers will be confirmed in the weeks ahead, so stay tuned.

What truly sets this event apart is the atmosphere. Beyond the cars, it’s the people and their shared passion that make the morning memorable. Attendees don’t just come to admire a perfectly restored Mustang or glimpse the latest McLaren—they come for conversations, connections, and the community built around a love of cars. With a DJ spinning music across the lawn and fresh coffee fueling the day, the vibe is more relaxed open-air festival than traditional car show.

Participation is by invitation, with each organizer curating a lineup that reflects their unique Cars and Coffee flavor. However, a limited Open Display Area is available for individuals not affiliated with a specific group. To be considered, interested participants can email info@arizonacarsandcoffee.com.

Arizona’s car culture continues to thrive, and Best of Arizona Cars and Coffee celebrates that momentum. Whether you’re an enthusiast, photographer, or simply appreciate design, performance, and community, this event is not to be missed.

To learn more, visit the 2025 Best of Arizona Cars and Coffee Event Page or email info@arizonacarsandcoffee.com