Hoover residents will have the chance to see a wide range of vehicles and learn about local career pathways when the Riverchase Career Connection Center (RC3) hosts its second annual car show on Saturday, Nov. 14. The event runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the RC3 campus and is organized by the RC3 Automotive Academy in partnership with MOB Inc., according to the Hoover Sun.
Anyone with a vehicle is welcome to participate, and the show will award trophies for both “Best in Show” and “Best Student Car.” The competition provides a platform for students in the automotive program to showcase their work alongside community members who bring classic, custom or otherwise noteworthy automobiles.
In addition to the vehicle displays, the RC3 Culinary Academy will serve lunch to attendees, offering a convenient option for families spending the day at the campus. Throughout the event, tours of the RC3 facilities will be available, giving parents and students a chance to explore the various academies housed within the center and to meet instructors who guide the career‑focused curriculum.
The car show also functions as an open house for Hoover City Schools families. Middle‑ and high‑school students, along with their parents, can walk through the campus, learn about the different career academies, and discover the pathways that lead to certifications and employment after graduation. This direct exposure to vocational training aligns with the district’s emphasis on preparing students for the workforce.
Attendees are encouraged to bring donated items for a Christmas box supply drive that will benefit deployed troops, adding a charitable component to the community gathering. The combination of automotive enthusiasm, educational outreach, and support for service members makes the event a multifaceted opportunity for Hoover residents.
What’s next: The car show concludes at 1 p.m. on Nov. 14, but families interested in enrolling in RC3’s career academies can contact the center for enrollment information and upcoming tour dates.
Sources: hooversun.com
