Question 1

When is Iola 2026?

Accepted Answer

The Iola Car Show & Swap Meet will be held July 9th-11th, 2026!

Question 2

What is the cost for spectators?

Accepted Answer

Admission for 1-day is $20 and 3-day is $30. All children 12 and under are free! Parking provided by the Iola Car show is free and a complimentary bus service is included. Follow the signs to Gate #19 for free parking. We do offer discounts starting in January so join our email list or follow us on socials to know when those are happening!

Question 3

What are the hours for the Iola Car Show?

Accepted Answer

Hours during the car show;
Gates open at 7 AM for spectators and close after the concerts.

Office hours for the car show during the off-season are 8 am until 4 pm, Monday thru Friday.

Question 4

Can I bring my pet?

Accepted Answer

No, pets are not allowed. The Iola Car Show is not a safe environment for animals due to the heat, sounds, and crowds. Only ADA compliant service animals are allowed on the grounds.
 
DEFINITION OF A SERVICE ANIMAL
 
Q1. What is a service animal?
A. Under the ADA, a service animal is defined as a dog that has been individually trained to do work or perform tasks for an individual with a disability.  The task(s) performed by the dog must be directly related to the person's disability.
 
Q2. Are emotional support, therapy, comfort, or companion animals considered service animals under the ADA?
A. No.  These terms are used to describe animals that provide comfort just by being with a person.  Because they have not been trained to perform a specific job or task, they do not qualify as service animals under the ADA.

Question 5

How do I rent a mobility scooter?

Accepted Answer

Located near Gate #1, scooters can be rented through Vista Mobility. Click here to reserve yours today! Or give them a call at 262-677-2696. Rentals start at $70/day.
 
https://vistamobility.net/reservation/?event_id=49

Question 6

How do I rent a golf cart?

Accepted Answer

Our golf cart rentals are managed through Jim's Golf Cars. Registration and rentals are right inside Gate #1.

https://rent.jimsgolfcars.com/reedsville-wi/july-9th-11th-iola-car-show-4-passenger-gas

Question 7

How do I register my own Golf Cart to bring to the show?

Accepted Answer

Pre-registration for private carts is closed and we have reached our capacity. There is no day-of registration.

You can use a personal cart in the campground without a permit and you can drive it in the swap meet after 6 pm.

NO UTVs.

Question 8

Where is the handicap parking located?

Accepted Answer

Handicap parking is locate at Gate #1 on County Road J. This is where the mobility scooters are located. There will also be limited handicap parking at Gate #5 on HWY 161.

Question 9

Where can I stay when attending the show?

Accepted Answer

If you're into camping, we offer 20'x30' and 20'x50' spaces available! See our webpage for more info;  https://www.iolaoldcarshow.com/camping

If you'd like a hotel, check out this area accommodations file below! The Iola Car Show does not have a block of rooms or discounts for using area hotels.

AirBnB & VBRO are always great options to look at for a home away from home!

Question 10

What are the future dates of the Iola Car Show?

Accepted Answer

2026 - July 9-11
2027 - July 8-10
2028 - July 6-8
2029 - July 12-14
2030 - July 11-13

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