Best Cars and Coffee Events in Georgia (2026 Guide)

Georgia is home to some of the Southeast's most impressive car culture, from the legendary Caffeine and Octane in Atlanta to hidden gem gatherings across the Peach State.

What is Cars and Coffee?

Cars and Coffee is a casual, early-morning gathering where car enthusiasts meet to show off their vehicles, grab a cup of coffee, and connect with fellow gearheads. No registration or judging—just show up with your ride (or come as a spectator) and enjoy the automotive eye candy.

Top Cars and Coffee Events in Georgia

1. Caffeine and Octane (Atlanta/Kennesaw)

Location: Town Center at Cobb, Food Court Parking Lot, Kennesaw

When: First Sunday of every month

Time: 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Cost: FREE

Website: caffeineandoctane.com

The big one. Caffeine and Octane is the largest monthly car show in America, drawing thousands of vehicles and tens of thousands of spectators every first Sunday. Founded in 2008, it's grown from a small gathering into a nationally-recognized phenomenon.

What to Expect: Everything from million-dollar hypercars to rat rods, movie cars, motorcycles, and trucks.

Pro Tip: Get there by 7:30 AM for the best viewing. The main lot fills up quickly.

2. Cars and Coffee Alpharetta (Gateway Classic Cars)

Location: Gateway Classic Cars of Atlanta, 1870 McFarland Parkway Suite 300, Alpharetta

When: Last Saturday of every month

Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Cost: FREE

Hosted at Atlanta's largest classic car showroom, this event combines outdoor car culture with the chance to browse hundreds of classic and exotic vehicles for sale inside.

3. Roswell Cars & Coffee (967 Coffee Co.)

Location: 967 Coffee Co., 11235 Alpharetta Hwy, Roswell

When: Weekly (Saturdays)

Cost: FREE

A neighborhood favorite combining great coffee with great cars. The weekly Saturday format creates a loyal community of regulars.

4. Coffee and Cars Augusta

Location: Augusta-Richmond County area

When: First Saturday of every month

Time: 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Cost: FREE

Augusta's premier car gathering welcomes all makes and models. Free admission, free coffee, food vendors.

5. Athens Cars & Coffee

Location: Beechwood Shopping Center, 196 Alps Rd, Athens

When: First Saturday of every month

Cost: FREE

A monthly gathering for Classic City car enthusiasts. The college town vibe brings an eclectic mix of vintage rides.

6. Motors and Mouths Car Meet (Columbus)

Location: Carnoisseur Detail Studio, 3885 Miller Rd Ste 1, Columbus

When: Second Sunday of every month

Time: 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Cost: FREE

Columbus's premier car meet brings together the Chattahoochee Valley car community.

7. Savannah Cars & Coffee

Location: Habersham Village, 4511 Habersham St, Savannah

When: First Saturday of every month

Cost: FREE

The Hostess City hosts a proper automotive gathering in one of America's most beautiful cities.

Georgia Cars and Coffee Tips

Best Time to Go

Georgia summers are hot and humid. Spring (March-May) and fall (September-November) offer the most comfortable weather for outdoor meets.

What to Bring

- Sunglasses and sunscreen

- Camera

- Cash for coffee and food vendors

- Folding chair for longer events

Etiquette

- Don't touch other people's cars

- Ask before photographing interiors

- Keep kids supervised

- Clean up after yourself

- No burnouts—save that for the track

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Looking for Cars and Coffee events near you? Check out the full Cars and Coffee Directory for all Georgia events.