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Full Show Schedule of Events and Attractions - updated 2.21.24

The Cleveland Auto Show opens on Friday, Feb. 23 at 5 PM, running through Sunday, March 3 at the I-X Center. Featuring a full lineup of brands, we’re set to show off what dealers have to offer, all on one floor. True to its history, the Cleveland Auto Show also plans a full schedule of family friendly events and attractions.

Friday, Feb. 23: The Cleveland Auto Show officially opens to the public at 5:00 PM.

Monday, Feb. 26: Family Day, presented by Medical Mutual, is when kids 15 and under get in free with paid adult admission. The Bee will make an appearance from 6:00 to 8:00 PM for photos out on the Show floor – you can’t miss the bright yellow, 7-foot-tall walking car!

Cavaliers shooting guard Sam “Money Merrill” will sign autographs in the Kia display from 6-7:00 PM.

Tuesday, Feb. 27: Show attendees will receive a limited-edition Cleveland Auto Show t-shirt, available in extra-large only to the first 2,000 while supplies last – sponsored by Huntington. Albert Belle and Carlos Baerga will sign autographs on from 6:30 to 8:00 PM in the Buick GMC display – one item per person per player – Belle will not sign bats or jerseys.

Wednesday, Feb. 28: Giveaways continue when the Show will hand out 2,000 pairs of Auto Show socks in a third annual stylish pattern, which are one size fits all adults – sponsored by Spectrum.

Thursday, Feb. 29: The Cleveland Auto Show honors America’s military and first responders, including healthcare workers, with free admission for Northern Ohio Heroes Day. Valid I.D. must be presented at the I-X Center box office – sponsored by Medical Mutual and Huntington. At 6:00 PM in the Classic Car section, a special presentation from Cindy Parsons with Wounded Warrior Project will include a donation from the owners of the classic vehicles, and the Cleveland Auto Show.

Starting at 11 AM when the Show opens, the first 2,000 attendees will receive a Cleveland Auto Show trucker hat, in adjustable adult size, while supplies last – sponsored by PNC. Chief David Njoku and Offensive Tackle Dawand Jones will sign autographs in the Toyota display from 6:30 to 8:00 PM to cap off the night. Appearances and autographs are not guaranteed, and are limited to one item per person per player – Njoku will not sign jerseys or full-size helmets. 

Sunday, March 3: Come back for the “grand finale” of the Cleveland Auto Show at 4 PM! Ten lucky finalists will square off live for the Official Vehicle Giveaway. The grand prize winner, chosen when their randomly selected key starts the engine, will take home an all-new 2024 Buick Envista! To be eligible to win, register at the Official Vehicle Giveaway booth near the East Entrance of the I-X Center.