Scott’s Charity Car Show Returns Sept. 27 to Benefit the DeWitt County 4-H Fair Arena Project

If you’re looking for one of the best Central Illinois car shows this fall, mark your calendar for Saturday, Sept. 27. Baum Chevrolet Buick will host the 20th Annual Scott’s Charity Car Show, bringing together hundreds of classic cars, trucks, Jeeps, Corvettes, street rods, and custom vehicles—all while raising money for an important DeWitt, Macon, & DeWitt County community project.

Held at Baum Chevrolet Buick in Clinton, the annual event has become a favorite tradition for car enthusiasts and families alike. More than 250 vehicles participated last year, and we expect another outstanding turnout in 2026!

Every Registration Helps Local 4-H Youth

This year’s Scott’s Charity Car Show will benefit the DeWitt County 4-H Fair Association’s arena covering project, helping provide improved facilities for local youth, agriculture, and community events.

The planned 80-foot by 160-foot covered arena will:

• Protect poultry and rabbit exhibits during the annual fair.
• Provide a covered riding arena for horse shows.
• Expand opportunities for 4-H members and youth organizations throughout the year.
• Improve the fairgrounds for future generations.

The DeWitt County 4-H Fair Association maintains the fairgrounds at 7564 Business 51 in Clinton, home to the annual DeWitt, Macon & Piatt County 4-H Fair and numerous livestock and horse shows.

The project has been a goal of the fair board since the early 2000s and carries special significance for the Baum family. Stephen Baum was volunteering in the arena that will soon be covered when he unexpectedly passed away in 2003.

Today, the fair board is working to raise the final $80,000 needed to complete the approximately $200,000 project, with construction expected this fall.

Car Show Schedule

The event takes place at:

Baum Chevrolet Buick
810 W. Van Buren Street
Clinton, IL 61727

Schedule

• 9:00 a.m. to 11 a.m. – Registration open
• 11:00 a.m. – Registration closes, Judging begins
• 12:00 p.m. – Opening ceremony
• 2:00 p.m. – Judging closes
• 2:30 p.m. – Awards presentation

Vehicle registration is $15, and admission is free for spectators.

Food vendors will be on-site throughout the day, and guests can ride the free shuttle to the DeWitt County C.H. Moore Museum’s Apple and Pork Festival, making it easy to enjoy two great Clinton events during one visit.

Enter to Win a Restored 1959 Nash Metropolitan

In addition to the car show, attendees can support the arena project by purchasing raffle tickets for:

• A beautifully restored 1959 Nash Metropolitan styled as a vintage Chicago taxi (first prize)
• A meat and freezer bundle (second prize)

Tickets are $10 each or 11 for $100 and are available before the event at Baum Chevrolet Buick, Baum Chrysler Jeep in Clinton, and Baum Motor Company in Farmer City.

Easy Driving Directions

Baum Chevrolet Buick is conveniently located just minutes from Interstate 55.

From Bloomington-Normal: Take I-74 East to I-55 South. Exit at Clinton (Exit 165), then follow IL-54/Van Buren Street west to 810 W. Van Buren Street.

From Decatur: Take US-51 North into Clinton. Turn west on Van Buren Street (IL-54) and continue to Baum Chevrolet Buick.

From Champaign-Urbana: Take I-74 West to I-72 West, then I-55 South to Clinton. Exit onto IL-54/Van Buren Street and continue west to the dealership.

Join Us for Cars, Community and a Great Cause

Whether you’re entering your favorite vehicle, browsing hundreds of classics, enjoying great food, or trying your luck in the raffle, Scott’s Charity Car Show is a fun way to support local youth and agriculture.

Every registration, raffle ticket and donation helps move the DeWitt County 4-H Fair Association one step closer to completing its new covered arena—a project that will benefit the community for decades to come.

Questions about the event? Call Baum Chevrolet Buick at 217-935-3156.

We look forward to seeing you Sept. 27!

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