Carriagetown Car Show

Thank you for 10 wonderful years! 

After a decade of chrome, craftsmanship, and community pride, the organizers of the Carriagetown Car Show announce that this year marks the final chapter of the beloved annual event. For ten years, the show has celebrated Amesbury’s heritage, brought families and car enthusiasts together, and shined a spotlight on the city’s vibrant downtown.

What began as a small gathering of local car lovers quickly grew into one of Amesbury’s most cherished traditions. From classic cars and hot rods to antique trucks and custom builds, the Carriagetown Car Show became a showcase of passion, hard work, and the enduring spirit of the local community.

Since its inception, the Carriagetown Car Show has also given back in meaningful ways—donating more than $75,000 in proceeds to local nonprofits, community programs, and charitable causes over the past decade. These contributions have supported numerous initiatives that strengthen the Amesbury community and reflect the event’s mission of connection and generosity.

The Carriagetown Car Show Committee—Juliann Clark, Matt Sherrill, Alan Porter, Jeff Picard, Gerry Menke, Tom Pendergast, and Bruce McBrien—extends its deepest gratitude to everyone who helped make the event such a success over the years. “From our sponsors and volunteers to the downtown businesses, car owners, and thousands of visitors who joined us each year—this event has been a true labor of love,” said the committee chair Juliann Clark. “The opportunity to give back more than $75,000 to local causes is something we’re deeply proud of, and it wouldn’t have been possible without the community’s support.”

The decision to bring the event to a close comes with both reflection and appreciation. Organizers expressed deep gratitude to former Mayor Ken Gray, whose vision and leadership helped establish the Carriagetown Car Show ten years ago. Following his term as mayor, Ken remained a committee member, where his knowledge and support was invaluable. The committee would like to thank current Mayor Kassandra Gove, for her continued support and encouragement, and Wes Pettengill, for his leadership and ongoing dedication to the event.  It would not have been possible without the support of the City of Amesbury, local law enforcement, public works teams, and all the community partners who supported the show from its very first year.

Though the Carriagetown Car Show is coming to an end, its legacy will live on in the friendships formed, memories made, and the pride it inspired throughout the community.

“We hope that the spirit of the Carriagetown Car Show continues to drive connection and celebration in Amesbury,” added Bruce McBrien. “Thank you for 10 amazing years.”

The profit from our show will be donated to these two great organizations. From the beginning, we have works with local non-profits. We find our show to be a great opportunity for local fundraising and visibility to these organizations. 

As a reminder, there is no pre-registration required for our show. All show vehicles must be 1989 & OLDER.