SATURDAY SHOW AUGUST 16th, 2025
NEW SHOW TIME - 10am - 7pm
Drivers will begin arriving at 8 am (NOTE NEW TIME) in the staging area on Fifth Avenue at Saginaw at our partner UofM’s While Building Parking lot to secure a spot for the SATURDAY SHOW.
We have elminated the overnight parking due to the new show hours. You may use the facilities provided until the 8 am (NOTE NEW TIME) movement.
A big thank you to our Volunteers for all they do to ensure the safety and security of our excited participants.
Back to the Bricks® 2025: Honoring FLINT MADE, Celebrating Automotive Culture with BUILT NOT BOUGHT!
The Opening Ceremony will begin promptly at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday with a rousing salute to our veterans and active-duty personnel. A Color Guard accompanied by some of America’s finest will march from the south on Saginaw Street. At the same time, a procession of flags and military personnel will proceed to the north of the Statue Plaza in the center of downtown Flint, where the two groups will converge.
This special ceremony, featuring the FSO Brass Quintet, will honor the men and women of the armed forces for their service and sacrifice to our country. BttB honors those who protect and defend the freedoms we hold dear, past and present, those who paid the ultimate sacrifice, and those who continue to answer the call. The program will include live music from the FIM FSO Brass Band, an Invocation, and an inspiring performance of our National Anthem by Lateena Martin.
This year, thanks to our Veterans Shirt Sponsor, Huntington Bank, we will be giving away 144 limited-edition Veterans’ T-shirts. Sizes are limited, no holds, Veterans must pick up from the table following the Opening Ceremony. Must show some form of a card, hat, etc. to receive a shirt.
In addition to Amber Taylor, President of Back to the Bricks, the stage will feature Grand Marshal Ed Benning, Mayor Sheldon Neeley, and other special guests. 400 commemorative T-shirts will be given to our veterans, courtesy of Huntington Bank, while supplies last. This year’s Opening Ceremony will feature a heartfelt tribute honoring a beloved member of the Back to the Bricks® family, Joe Rundell, the renowned artist who sculpted all of the Automotive Pioneer Statues that grace Downtown Flint and the surrounding areas in which they are stationed. In a special moment of remembrance and celebration, we will unveil the newest statue in the collection: ABC Hardy, a tribute that Joe was able to complete just before his passing in March 2025. This powerful addition honors both an automotive legend and the incredible legacy of the artist who brought these pioneers to life in bronze.
Back to the Bricks® remains deeply committed to honoring the heroes who protect and defend our freedoms, making the Opening Ceremony a highlight for both patriotic pride and community unity. Once the Opening Salute concludes, the streets of Downtown Flint transform into a celebration of automotive excellence. The Main Display Area will feature thousands of the finest classic cars, custom builds, hot rods, and dream machines, drawing enthusiasts from across the Country.
Downtown Flint Main Event Map
Thousands of the finest classic and custom vehicles, hotrods, and dream cars line the streets of downtown Flint.
The Main display area, also known as the Flat Lot has something for everyone. Beginning with the opening ceremony, you will want to be there to experience the excitement, see the Feature Cars, check out the automotive vendors, and taste the delicious food that is synonymous with Back to the Bricks ®, one of the best Classic Car Events in the Nation.
During the Main Event on Saturday, there will be a Swap Meet on the corner of Court and Saginaw Streets, and alongside this will be the Vintage Camper Display.
Show Times & Activities
10:00 am-7:00 pm
Automotive vendor displays on Central Flat Lot, Food vendors in Flat Lot, and Saginaw St. at McFarlan Park.
The featured display on the Flat Lot: UAW Region 1D FLINT MADE Display & the Back to the Bricks; Built NOT Bought Display!
Kids Tent on the corner of Kearsley and Saginaw in the Flat Lot with a Special Display Featuring the world’s ONLY fan-built full-scale AOE replica truck of Optimus Prime, who’s on a mission to inspire the world and help children rise above the bullies. CLICK here to Learn more about Optimus Prime!
Buicks on the Bricks Party on Water Street at the Durant-Dort Carriage Building, everyone invited.
Corvette Reunion on ML King & Saginaw St. from 5th Ave.
Swap Meet to be in the parking lot off Saginaw & Court St.
Classic Car Sales Lot to be in the parking lot off Saginaw & Court St.
Vintage Campers on Court Street.
Deps & Dogs with the Genesee County Sheriff’s Dept 10 am – 2 pm
Miss Back to the Bricks® 2025 takes the BIG Stage at 4pm
Buicks on the Bricks
Vintage Buicks converged on Factory One, the birthplace of General Motors, our Presenting Sponsor. 303 W Water Street Flint. Click HERE to visit their site for more details.
Corvette Reunion
There will be a Corvette Reunion near the Durant Hotel, Celebrity Guests local from right here in Genesee County, and more. Click HERE to learn more.
We want to thank our community Partners for helping us to put on a FREE, SAFE-Family event for all.
All First Responders
Burton DDA
City of Burton
City of Flint
City of Grand Blanc
Flint DDA
Flint Fire Department
Flint Police Department
Genesee County Road Commission
Grand Blanc Chamber of Commerce
Grand Blanc Township
Medstar
Michigan State Police
2025 Main Event Week Schedule
MONDAY KICKOFF
Mon Aug 11TH @ Birch Run Speedway
BRICKS FLICKS
Tue Aug 12th @ US23 Drive In
ROLLING CRUISE
Wed & Thurs Aug 13th & 14th Grand Blanc High School and Mega Site
CRUISE N CONCERT
Fri Aug 15th @ Downtown Flint
MAIN EVENT SAT
Sat Aug 16th @ Downtown Flint