Photos by Jeff Laydon, Pagosa Photography.
The 17th Annual Pagosa Springs Area Car Show wrapped up on June 13, 2026, leaving behind the rumble of engines, the warmth of community, and memories that will carry Pagosa Springs through to next summer. Hosted at Yamaguchi Park, the two-day event drew hundreds of attendees and showcased 117 registered vehicles against the stunning backdrop of the San Juan Mountains.
The winners are listed below.
Admission remained free to the public, keeping the event true to its roots as a celebration for the entire community. Families, car enthusiasts, and curious visitors alike spread across the park grounds, taking in an impressive variety of vehicles that ranged from polished classics to custom builds. The Show ‘n’ Shine judged competition drew serious competitors and admiring crowds in equal measure, while People’s Choice voting gave every attendee a voice in honoring their favorite rides.
This year’s event also featured some welcome additions to the festivities. The Cornhole Tournament brought a lively competitive spirit to the grounds of Yamaguchi Park with the winners being:
1st place Al & Janelle Bryant
2nd Place Evie & Rex Bryant
3rd Place Toby Young and Gene Flaherty,
4th Place Mike and Max Bradley
The 1/25 scale Model Car show offered a charming counterpoint to the full-sized machines on display, drawing particular interest from all our visitors.
Live music from the Brooks I Band kept the atmosphere festive Friday night, and DJ “JP” kept the music going throughout Saturday, and a strong lineup of food and drink vendors ensured no one left hungry.
The Pagosa Pinup Contest, a beloved tradition of the show, crowned Danae Canela as the 2026 Pin-Up Queen — a well-deserved recognition that drew enthusiastic applause from the crowd.
None of it would have been possible without the generosity of the event’s sponsors. Their financial support and commitment to community programming allowed the Chamber to offer free admission, bring in quality entertainment, and create the kind of experience that keeps people coming back year after year. The Chamber extends its deepest gratitude to every sponsor who contributed to making the 17th Annual Car Show a success.
Equally deserving of recognition are the volunteers who gave their time and energy to keep the event running smoothly from setup to teardown. A heartfelt thank-you goes to Arlene and Don Jones, Elsa White, Jessie Burk, John Steinert, Jules Johnson, Kelly Spence, Brandon Carlisle, Ken Rogers, Monte McAllister, Robin Williams, Shayla McClure, Mallory McKinney, Mark Douthey, Sierra Montoya, and Theresa Suchanek. Their dedication behind the scenes — managing registration, helping to sell cold beverages, and lending a hand wherever needed — was the backbone of this event.
2026 Special Awards
Best in Show
1972 Chevy Nova
Randy Webster, Pagosa Springs, CO
People’s Choice
1941 Chevrolet Panel Delivery
Mitch Thompson, Pagosa Springs, CO
Chamber Choice
1955 Ford Thunderbird
Keith Corrigan, Pagosa Springs, CO
2026 Show ‘n’ Shine Winners
Muscle Cars — Pre-1985
1st Place — 1967 Chevy Nova | Chad Chavez, Alamosa, CO
2nd Place — 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle | Cody & Dawn Ross, Pagosa Springs, CO
Muscle Cars — 1986–Present
1st Place — 2022 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 | Bianca Hinojos, Pagosa Springs, CO
2nd Place — 2023 Dodge Challenger | Don Jones, Pagosa Springs, CO
Original Car
1st Place — 1969 Lincoln Continental | Jerold Baca, Espanola, NM
2nd Place — 1982 Chevrolet Cavalier Wagon | Glenn Sterkel, Pagosa Springs, CO
Ford
1st Place — 1967 Ford Fairlane | Keith Pepper, Monte Vista, CO
2nd Place — 1968 Ford Mustang Fastback | Jerry Smith, Pagosa Springs, CO
Chevrolet
1st Place — 1967 Chevy Camaro Coupe | Bill Powers, Durango, CO
2nd Place — 1967 Chevy Camaro | Kevin Portnell, Pagosa Springs, CO
MOPAR
1st Place — 1964 Plymouth Valiant | Brandon Tanner, Pagosa Springs, CO
Import
1st Place — 1956 Porsche Speedster C | Melinda Lutz, Pagosa Springs, CO
2nd Place — 1960 VW Beetle | Laura Pinkney, Durango, CO
Convertible
1st Place — 1957 Ford Thunderbird | Bobby Phillips, Pagosa Springs, CO
2nd Place — 1955 Ford Thunderbird | Keith Corrigan, Pagosa Springs, CO
Rat Rod
1st Place — 1936 Plymouth P1 | Liz Sands, Los Ojos, NM
2nd Place — 1931 Ford Coupe | Keith Tice, Pagosa Springs, CO
Truck
1st Place — 1959 Chevrolet Apache Series 3100 | Dave Robb, Pagosa Springs, CO
2nd Place — 1957 Chevrolet 3300 | RC Caveness, Arboles, CO
4×4
1st Place — 1979 Ford Bronco | John Dee Sledge, Pagosa, CO
2nd Place — 1977 Toyota Land Cruiser | Jeff Heitz, Pagosa, CO
Commercial
1st Place — 1987 Dodge Diplomat | Mike Sindelar, Ignacio, CO
2nd Place — 1956 International Fire Truck | Pagosa Springs Fire Department, Pagosa Springs, CO
Custom Vehicle
1st Place — 1972 Chevy Nova | Randy Webster, Pagosa Springs, CO
2nd Place — 1990 Jeep YJ | Stephan Runge, Pagosa Springs, CO
Under Construction
1st Place — 1979 GMC C15 Heavy Half | James Jennings, Pagosa Springs, CO
Special Request
1st Place — 1941 Chevrolet Panel Delivery | Mitch Thompson, Pagosa Springs, CO
2nd Place — 1991 Ford F-350 | Glenn Sterkel, Pagosa Springs, CO
Pre-1945 — All Models
1st Place — 1929 Ford Model A Roadster | Bob McCoy, Bayfield, CO
2nd Place — 1930 Ford Model A | William Wittwer, Pagosa Springs, CO
Motorcycle
1st Place — 2012 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide | Craig Norton, Pagosa Springs, CO
2nd Place — 2013 Honda Fury | Marshall Currier, Pagosa Springs, CO
The Pagosa Springs Area Chamber of Commerce looks forward to building on this year’s momentum and welcome the community back for the 18th Annual Pagosa Springs Area Car Show June 11-12, 2027, at Yamaguchi Park.