American Graffiti Festival in Modesto has kicked off. Thousands gathered downtown on Friday to watch classic cars cruise and ...

The June 6 parade is followed by the Graffiti Festival and Car Show on Saturday and Sunday at Modesto Junior College’s West ...

Modesto gears up for the 26th Annual American Graffiti Festival & Car Show from June 6–8, 2025, celebrating classic cars and 50s nostalgia.

Nina Burns reports from Modesto.

Modesto, prepare to get your motor running. June will mark the return of Graffiti Summer. It’s the region’s annual celebration of “American Graffiti” and that groovy weekend ritual that ...

Motown legend Smokey Robinson is next up in this season’s concert series at the Fruit Yard Amphitheater. Also set for Modesto ...

Despite the fact that the 1973 classic “American Graffiti” — written and directed by Modesto native George Lucas — is more ...

With a library of more than 3,500 films and a labyrinth of oddly specific categories and recommendations, finding the best ...

MODESTO, Calif. — Modesto is shifting into high gear for a celebration of classic cars and rock n' roll. The 26th Annual American Graffiti Festival & Car Show is rolling into town this weekend.

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