51st Annual Frog Follies
- Friday, Aug 28, 2026 · 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
- Vanderburgh 4-H Center · 201 E Boonville New Harmony Rd Evansville, IN 47725

The 51st Annual Frog Follies returns for three exciting days on August 28th, 29th, and 30th, 2026. This legendary event welcomes Pre-49 street rods with modifications not available from the factory. Registration includes entry to all three days, a commemorative gift, dash plaque, Friday night entertainment, Saturday night live band, Saturday evening meal, Sunday breakfast, Sunday church service, door prize chances, and awards. Register before July 1st to also receive a free Frog Follies event t-shirt. Please note that vehicles from 1949 and newer, as well as trikes, Jeeps, and similar vehicles will not be admitted to the Rod Run area.
Spectators are welcome and admission is just $10 cash per person per visit, with children under 12 free. Gates are open Friday and Saturday from 8:00am to 4:00pm, and Sunday from 8:00am to 2:00pm, with the awards ceremony at 1:00pm on Sunday. Enter through Gate 1 off Old Boonville Highway or Gate 3 off Old State Road. Beyond the impressive display of classic street rods, the event features one of the largest swap meets in the United States with over 600 vendor booths selling classic automotive parts, vintage signs, tools, rare finds, and even cars for sale.
The fun doesn’t stop with cars and parts. Ladies will love browsing Women’s World in the Activities Center, featuring over 70 booths of local artisans and crafters selling handmade woodcrafts, clothing, jewelry, quilts, floral arrangements, candles, soaps, pottery, home and garden decor, artwork, holiday decorations, candy, and snacks. Kids and adults can enjoy Forgy’s Games, including valve cover and oil pan races, header toss, sack races, trike races, balloon toss, and the famous frog races. Whether you’re showing your rod, hunting for parts, shopping for crafts, or just enjoying the atmosphere, the 51st Annual Frog Follies offers something for everyone.
Event Schedule
- 8:00am – 4:00pm: Gates Open
- 8:00am – 4:30pm: Concession stands open
- 8:00am – 4:30pm: Registration at the Fairgrounds (Auditorium)
- 8:00am – 4:30pm: Swap meet
- 8:00am – 4:30pm: Women’s World (Activities Center)
- 5:00pm – 9:00pm: TBD
Admission
Spectators: $10.00
Vehicle Registration: $30.00
Location & Directions
Vanderburgh 4-H Center
201 E Boonville New Harmony Rd
Evansville, IN 47725