2026 Rockin’ Car Cruise Details

Please join us in our annual event full of entertaining music, delicious food, and a variety of show vehicles! On this annual day of fun, patrons show their car at the cruise to raise money for our benevolent care fund. We can’t wait to see you at the show. Your participation is deeply appreciated in assisting those who benefit greatly from your generosity.

Date: August 22, 2026

Time: 11 AM to 3 PM

Location: Manheim Brethren in Christ Church – 54 N Penryn Road Manheim PA 17545

Entertainment: Jess Zimmerman Band

Car Registration Fee: $25

Registration Includes:

🍽️ $5 Meal Discount (up to 2 meals)*
🍦 Ice Cream Voucher
💧 Cold Bottled Water
🏅 2026 Dash Plaque
🎁 Goody Bag
🎶 Live Music by the Jess Zimmerman Band
🎉 Door Prize Entry

Meal Choice: Smoked Pulled Pork or Smoked Turkey Leg, 2 Sides & Beverage (Regular Price $15)

For more information, please contact Esther Keyser at 717-627-8433 or ekeyser@uzrc.org.

Click Here To Register Your Car Or Make A Donation

Thank You to our 2026 Sponsors

The Car Cruise raises funds for United Zion’s benevolent care which provides resources enabling United Zion to continue the same quality of care and daily assistance, should a resident’s own resources become inadequate to cover the full cost of care.

Muscle

Rohrer’s Service Center

Roadster

Street Rod

Good's Auto Service — Good’s Auto Service

Weaver’s Garage

Cruisin’

Bomberger's store in Lititz. — Bomberger’s store in Lititz.

Become a Sponsor for 2026

2024 Car Cruise Winners

Family Heirloom-Neil & Amy Adams, 1964 Pontiac
Favorite Truck – Ken & Donna Heiser, 1954 Chevy
Favorite Muscle Car- Troy Bauman, 1973 Dodge Challenger
Best of Show – Classic – Bill Ulrich, 1957 Chevy Nomad

Best of Show – Modern- Jason Eby, 2017 Mustang Shelby GT350
Favorite Cycle-Mike Droy, 1985 TriHawk (Harley Davidson)
Grand Showcase Winner – Joe Meawich, 1970 Plymouth Superbird

Photos From the 2025 Rockin’ Car Cruise

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What happens if it rains on the day of the car show and cruise?

We are having the event on August 22, 2026 rain or shine. In the event of rain, the entertainment will be moved indoors. Food will be under cover. Food offered will include:

Pulled Pork Sandwich or Smoked Turkey Leg
Choice of 2 sides (Cole Slaw, Mac & Cheese, Baked Beans)
Drink
Ice Cream Novelties will be available for purchase

Pricing will be $15 for adults and $10 for children 12 & under.

For more information, please contact Esther Keyser at 717-627-8433 or ekeyser@uzrc.org.r

Can I donate even if I do not plan on attending the event?

Absolutely and it would be very much appreciated! Please see the attached sponsorship form which can be submitted along with your donation to the attention of Esther Keyser, Director of Development, United Zion Retirement Community, 722 Furnace Hills Pike, Lititz PA 17543. Or you can visit our website at uzrc.org/giving.

What kind of food will be featured at the Rockin Car Cruise?

Delicious Forefront Catered Meals can be purchased @ $15 for Adults or $10 for Children 12 & Under & Include:

Pulled Pork Sandwich or Smoked Turkey Leg
Choice of 2 sides (Cole Slaw, Mac & Cheese, Baked Beans)
Drink
Ice Cream Novelties will be available for purchase

For more information, please contact Esther Keyser at 717-627-8433 or ekeyser@uzrc.org.

When should I arrive if I am entering a vehicle?

For Pre-Registered: Vehicle must be in place by 10:45 AM (parking opens at 9:30AM)

For On-Site Registration: 9:30AM – 10:15 AM

For more information, please contact Esther Keyser at 717-627-8433 or ekeyser@uzrc.org.

Do I have to pre-register my vehicle?

Pre-Registration will ensure you have reserved space and will expedite the process. In order to pre-register, click here.

I’m just coming to see the cars and eat, do I need to pay?

The parking, car show, and live entertainment are free for your enjoyment. Donations are very much appreciated to support the benevolent care for residents who have a shortfall of resources for their care. Donations can be given at the entrance and various locations throughout the event.

For more information, please contact Esther Keyser at 717-627-8433 or ekeyser@uzrc.org.