Sunday April 28th was a hit out of the park for our 3rd annual Hollywood PAL Car Show and Block Party! With an estimated 20,000 people who strolled down the famous Boulevard, the display and variety of cars that decorated the street was something to behold! Engines roaring, music blasting, and cars literally hopping, it was an amazing experience brimming with quality family time, laughs, and incredible community pride.
With live music performed by The Picks, interlaced with sets spun by DJ Luis and DJ Monalisa, the energy was high and the vibes thrumming along with the purr of the engines. Families were able to engage in activities such as the arts and crafts booth, Paint-the-Truck, and the Chop-a-Car display by the LAFD. Clubs like PegasusLA, SoCal Mustang Heaven, and TMPCC did their thing as they showed out and showed off their cars, adding such vibrancy to our show!
Congratulations to our winners! In the Lowrider category, Harvey won first place as well as best in show for his 1981 Orange Lincoln Iv! Andrew placed second with his 1980 Yellow Chevrolet Monte Carlo and OG Slick One placed third with his 1959 Impala. In the Hotrod category, first place went to Ron for his Monaco Orange 1969 Chevrolet Corvette, with Gary’s Black 1932 Ford Roadster and Bob’s Blue 1932 Roadster in second and third. The Classic category comprised of first place winner Garland with his Montero Red 1966 Pontiac GTO Hardtop, second place to Neal for his Red 1969 Chevrolet Camero SS, and third place to Carlos for his Yellow 1970 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible. Hans took first prize in the Modern Marvel category with his Centennial Silver 1999 Shelby Series 1, KJ took second for their Lime 2020 Ford Mustang GT, and Wendy took third for her White 2016 Ford Mustang. Custom category was comprised of two winners, first place going to Hugo for his Pearl White 1937 Ford Roadster Convertible Chop Top and second place to Anthony for his White 1962 Cadilac Coupe de Ville. Roy won the Crowd Pleaser with his Red 1973 Triumph Tr6 while Andrew won the Mister Cartoon Turtlewax Award for his Yellow 1980 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
But none of this would have been possible without the generous support of our partners and sponsors. A huge thank you to Peregrine Technologies, Toyota of Hollywood, The W Hollywood, Amoeba Hollywood, Funko, Galpin Motors, Sociale Hollywood, the Hollywood Pantages, and the Hollywood Partnership whose unwavering commitment helped make this event a smashing success.
In-kind sponsors included SimpleHuman, Sunkist, Celsius, La Croix, Amoeba, Funko Hollywood, Grease Monkey Garage, Mother’s, ASAP Agency, Muse x Dixie Damalio, Pricklee Cactus Water, Once Upon a Coconut, Bandero Tequila, Red Engine Brewery, Boomtown Brewery, Good wipes, Barebells Protein, the Plug Drink and Leave the Feed.
Behind the scenes, volunteers, officers, staff, and friends worked tirelessly to ensure the event’s success. Their hard work and dedication were the backbone of the day, and we extend our deepest gratitude to each and every one of them. Looking ahead, we’re already gearing up for next year’s event. With continued support, HPAL aims to make it bigger and better than ever.
Check out all the photos from the event in our 2024 Hollywood PAL Car Show and Block Party photo album!