2024 Thunder on the Mountain September 28th
Saturday, September 28th
9:00am - 3:00pm
Downtown Tehachapi
Join us for a special spring event!
Celebrate Spring with a Special Car Cruise
The Thunder on the Mountain Car Event is growing and we are excited to announce a Spring Car Cruise taking place June 1st. Cars will gather at Keene Cafe and rumble and roar up the hill on Woodford-Tehachapi Rd to P-Dubs Mountain Bowling for a car show and swag giveaway. Don't miss out on this fun event!
Don't Miss Out!
Registration for the cruise is only $10. Click the button below to get your spot in the cruise and show.
The Spirit
Event History
Event History
Thunder on the Mountain is organized by local car enthusiasts, volunteers, sponsors and the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce. The Tehachapi community pulls together every year to showcase these amazing cars and the pride of Tehachapi.
Event History
Event History
Event History
Thunder on the Mountain was created by the Tehachapi Car Club in 1997. In 2020 Thunder on the Mountain did not occur due to Covid. In 2021 & 2022 RACE Communications volunteered to coordinate and organize this fantastic event In 2023 the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce officially added this fantastic event to the Tehachapi Mountain Festival.
What is Thunder on the Mountain?
What is Thunder on the Mountain?
What is Thunder on the Mountain?
Promptly at noon, all the vehicles start their engines. The deep vibrating roar of the engines echoes off the building and mountains creating "Thunder on the Mountain". The sound of the engines delights the crowd with a fun and unique experience.
The Pride
What is Thunder on the Mountain?
What is Thunder on the Mountain?
The majority of the cars and motorcycles on display are either restored by the owner or preserved by a loving family member. Each of these vehicles has a unique story to tell and the owners take pride in sharing them.
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The 2023 Awards
Thank you JR Long, Tehachapi Signs and Steel Bastards for designing, cutting, creating and acid washing each award. Every award was made in Tehachapi!
1st and 2nd place winners in each of the categories will receive a plaque. There are several other surprise categories where vehicles can win additional awards! Join us for the fun. The awards ceremony will start at 2:00pm
Thank you 2023 Checkered Flag Sponsor 1st Priority Registration
Contact us with Questions
Do you have questions or comments about the event? Send us a message, and we will get back to you as soon as we can.
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