About this event:
DATE:
The 50-Year Anniversary Krieger Show will be May 17, 2026.
Time:
8:00am - 4:00pm
DETAILS WHAT TO LOOK FOR:
1. Ford Cars and Trucks: There are 25 Mustang, Ford Car and Truck Classes to participate in: Ford, Lincoln & Mercury vehicles all are welcome to
participate.
2. Appearance By Ford Enthusiast's John Clor & Mike Rey: Still being confirmed.
3.Speed Zone Ford Merchandise Trailer: The club was successful in booking the Speed Zone Ford Merchandise Trailer and they will be back again for
2026. The Speed Zone trailer is at various major Ford events such as the Barrett Jackson auctions, the Carlisle Show, Ponies in the Smokies, the
Woodward Dream Cruise-in and MCA Shows. It will have the same fantastic Ford merchandise (375 items) that is offered at major shows throughout
the United States.
4.Food Trucks with multiple food options: We have Schmidt's on the books along with Tortilla Street Food planning to attend. We feel this will provide
great food options for folks to choose from for this year's event.
5.Tent Tables & Chairs: Allowing folks to get off the show field, out of the sun and eat their food.
6.Youth Program: To enable the youth to also enjoy the Mustang and Ford hobby, a Youth Program was initiated for the 2022 show. For 2026, look for
maturation of and enhancements our youth program has developed.
Class 18: Class 18 was created for youth 12 to 15 to show a full-sized Ford product. This Class is part of the Youth Program, but registration for Class 18 is with the regular Ford car/truck registration. Otherwise, use the “2026 Youth Program Registration Link” to register for the other parts of the Youth Program. Although there is no fee for the Youth Model Car Contest and the Halderman Designer Class, there is a fee of $25 for Class 18. Registration for Class 18 must be completed by April 19th, and no registration will be accepted after April 19th or on the day-of-show for Class 18. To register for Class 18, go to the MCO Website (www.mustangclubofohio.org) and look for "2026 Krieger Ford Mustang Car & Truck Show" (located in the black banner under the blue Mustang). Select the "2026 Krieger Show Registration Link" button on the left side and follow the prompts to complete the registration to participate in Class 18. You can also click the “Registration Now” button below and follow the prompts.
->> Pre-registration required by April 19, 2026, – no day-of-show registration will be permitted.
->> A parent or mentor will allow the youth (age 12-15) to prepare their Ford Product to show and have it judged.
->>The parent must be involved with their child - even if a mentor is providing the Ford Product. The failure of the parent being involved will disqualify
the youth.
->>The youth and parent will be required to attend the annual judging seminar held in May prior to the Krieger Show. The mentor is highly encouraged to
attend the judging seminar. A failure of the youth or parent to attend the judging seminar will disqualify the youth from participating in Class 18.
->>The Ford Product will be judged on cleanliness and condition of the exterior, glass, engine compartment, trunk and interior. The underside and the
inside of wheels and tires will not be judged, nor will a truck bed be judged. There is no reason that the Ford Product will need to be jacked up or
have the wheels and tires removed to prepare the Ford Product for judging.
->>The Ford Product in Class 18 will be judged by a regular show judge. The judge will discuss the judging results with the youth to help them
understand the reason for any deductions. This will help the youth to understand the judging process and to improve their preparation for future
shows.
Another portion of the Youth Program is explained below. Use “2026 Youth Program Registration Link” tab to register for the Youth Program Model Car/Truck Contest.
Model Car/Truck Competition:
In an effort to enable our young people to participate in the Mustang hobby, we will have a model car contest in which young people ages 15 and below are to purchase a model car kit (at a cost not to exceed $30), assemble the car and display it in their respective class. Assembly of the model is to be completed prior to the show and NOT at the show.
-» The model should not exceed 9’ in length.
-» The model is to be plastic, metal or a LEGO kit of any of Mustang, Ford branded car or Ford branded truck.
-» The models can be assembled as they are from the kit, painted and/or have decals applied.
-» This will be a judged event.
-» The four (4) classes will be:
Class A Ages 5 and under
Class B Ages 6/7/8
Class C Ages 9/10/11
Class D Ages 12/13/14/15
Halderman Designer Class:
This class for youth ages 12 thru 18 is named after Gale Halderman who was the Ford Designer whose concept design was selected for the original Mustang. The purpose of this class is to encourage youth to use their art skills to design cars or trucks plus certain designs for special marketing programs for a particular vehicle. Upon registration, guidelines will be emailed to the youth describing the design and specifications for the car or truck to be drawn. The youth will then enter their design concepts that respond to the assignment. Contact information will be provided with the email assignment to enable the youth to ask questions regarding the assignment should they have any questions.
Pedal Car Favorites. Pedal cars will be displayed in addition to the full-sized Mustangs, Ford cars and Ford trucks on display at the Krieger Show. The youth participating in the model car contest will select their three favorite pedal cars. The three pedal cars receiving the most votes will each receive a trophy at the awards ceremony.
Balloon Artist. A balloon artist will entertain the youth during the period of Noon to 3PM. She will fashion sculptures of cartoon characters, animals and many other designs which she will give to the kids.
The Mustang Story Coloring Book. The coloring book was developed by Spokane, Washington artist Tessa Conrad for the Mustang Club of Ohio and is copyrighted by MCO. The coloring book presents the story of the development and design of the Mustang and includes pictures on each page of the story which can be colored. A copy will be given to future Mustang enthusiasts (15 and younger) along with a box of crayons. Copies will be for sale to anyone 16 and older at $10 each.
Tow Mater. The future Mustang enthusiasts will be permitted to sit in Tow Mater and have their picture taken by their parents. Afterwards, Tow Mater will give the future Mustang enthusiasts a Mater bag with goodies.
Face Painting. An artist will paint designs on the faces of the youth attending the Youth Program event.
Mustang Cookie. The youth attending the Youth Program will be given a packaged Mustang cookie which they can eat at the show or take home to eat.
Mustang Experience. A new activity was introduced in 2025 in which club members will have their Mustang on display for the youth ages 12 to 18 to see. The owner will tell the youth about their Mustang and give them the opportunity to experience their Mustang up close.
Pre-registration required by April 19, 2026, for the Model Car/Truck Competition and the Halderman Designer Class – no day-of-show registration will be permitted. Register on the MCO website (www.mustangclubofohio.org). Under “Upcoming Events”, select “May 17, 2026”, then select - “2026 Youth Program Registration Link” and follow the registration prompts.
There is NO FEE for registration in the Youth Model Car Contest or the Halderman Designer Class.
Registration for Classes A and B in the Model Car Contest is limited to 16. Total registration of all youth classes plus The Halderman Designer Class and Class 18 will be limited to 30.
7. Goodies Bags:
Goodie bags will be distributed to the 1st (100) pre-registered attendees pre-registered prior to May 3rd, 2026. You will not want to miss out on our Goodie Bags for 2026. Anyone registered after the 1st (100) will not be provided a goodie bag, nor will any bags be provided of any Day-of Show registrations.
REGISTRATION:
Pre-registration will be open through May 3rd, 2026, will be $25. We also will be offering a $40 registration option that includes show registration along with a 2026 Club membership for just a $40 cost. This is a $10 saving's for those who are not currently club members.
Registration May 4th and after as well as day of the show will be $35. Go to the MCO Website (www.mustangclubofohio.org) to register. Look for the 2026 Krieger Show Tab (located in the black banner under the blue Mustang). Then select the “Car Show Registration Here” button on the left side and follow the prompts to complete the registration. Day-of Show registration will be during the period of 8AM to 11:00AM. Registration will close at 11:00AM SHARP. Cars in line prior to 11:00AM will be judged.
Cars arriving after 11:00AM will be registered as “Display Only” and will not be judged – even if they are pre-registered.
AWARDS:
The Awards Ceremony will be held at approximately 4PM.
100 Awards / Plus some specialty awards will be presented.
** Award recipients must be present to win. Awards will not be mailed to recipients who are not present at the Awards Ceremony.
** We have had several close encounters of vehicles (leaving the show) with people at the Awards Ceremony. Out of concern for the safety of the people at the awards ceremony, no vehicles will be allowed to leave during the awards ceremony.
No tents, alcohol or firearms will be permitted at the show. The Mustang Club of Ohio and Krieger Ford are not responsible for accidents or property damage.