Hamilton’s First Official Coffee & Cars Event Is Here

Hamilton, get ready — we’re officially putting Waikato car culture on the map. For the first time ever, Hamilton is hosting an official Coffee & Cars event, and it’s shaping up to be a must-attend morning for car lovers of all kinds. Proudly brought to you by Open Garage Club (OGC) in collaboration with Meguiar’s and Repco, this event is all about great cars, good coffee, and an even better community.

Whether you’re a die-hard petrolhead, a weekend cruiser, or someone who simply appreciates a clean build, this is your invitation to be part of something special.

Event Details

The event will take place at the iconic Hamilton Classic Car Museum, home to some of the region’s most impressive automotive history. Adding to the experience is the legendary Jukebox Diner, serving up great food and classic American-style vibes throughout the morning.

Date: Sunday 15th February

Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Location: Hamilton Classic Car Museum

Come early, grab a coffee, and settle in for a relaxed morning surrounded by incredible machines and like-minded people.

What to Expect on the Day

This isn’t just a car meet — it’s a celebration of Waikato’s growing automotive scene.

You can expect a stacked lineup of show cars and hero builds, ranging from tastefully modified street cars to standout vehicles that stop you in your tracks. From classic cars to modern performance builds, imports, JDM icons, Euros, muscle, and everything in between, there will be something for everyone to enjoy.

Families are more than welcome too, with Hot Wheels fun for all ages, making this a great outing whether you’re flying solo or bringing the kids along.

You’ll also be able to check out official Open Garage Club merchandise, connect with other local car enthusiasts, and soak up the unbeatable atmosphere that only a well-run car event can deliver.

And of course, no Coffee & Cars event would be complete without great coffee, quality food, and relaxed vibes — all covered at this one.

Got a Car? Bring It Along

Got something neat hiding in your garage?

Whether it’s freshly detailed or proudly patina’d, this event is about participation, not perfection. If you’re passionate about your car, we want to see it. Coffee & Cars is a chance to roll in, park up, talk builds, swap stories, and be part of a supportive, fast-growing community.

Hamilton and the wider Waikato region are quickly becoming a hub for car culture, and this event is your chance to help shape what that looks like going forward.

Building Waikato’s Car Community

Open Garage Club is all about bringing people together through a shared love of cars. This event marks a major milestone — not just for OGC, but for the local automotive scene as a whole.

So fuel up, grab your mates, and make your way down for a morning that celebrates creativity, craftsmanship, and community.

Be sure to follow and tag #OpenGarageClub to stay up to date with upcoming events and highlights.

OGC — The driving force in Waikato’s car community 

See you there.