This past weekend, the community of Ardsley came together for a day of horsepower, music, food, and hometown pride — all in support of the men and women who show up when it matters most. The MVR Car Show Fundraiser benefiting Ardsley First Responders — Ardsley Police Benevolent Association, Ardsley Engine Company, and Ardsley Secor Volunteer Ambulance Corps was nothing short of a roaring success, drawing car enthusiasts, families, and neighbors from all over Westchester County, NY and CT for a celebration of classic rides and community spirit.

A Show-Stopping Turnout

When all was said and done, 130 cars rolled onto the show field — a lineup that had something for everyone. Gleaming classics, muscle cars, tricked-out modern rides, and hidden-gem daily drivers lined the lot, giving attendees plenty to admire (and plenty of trunks and hoods popped for closer inspection). Owners swapped stories, judges made their rounds, and spectators wandered from row to row soaking in the chrome and horsepower on display.

Raising Real Support for Real Heroes

At the heart of the event was its purpose: supporting Ardsley First Responders — Ardsley Police Benevolent Association, Ardsley Engine Company, and Ardsley Secor Volunteer Ambulance Corps. By the end of the day, the car show had raised an incredible $4,000.00 — funds that will go directly toward supporting our local police, firefighters, and EMS personnel to keep our community safe. It’s a powerful reminder of what a town can accomplish when it rallies around the people who protect it.

Food Trucks Fueled the Fun

No car show is complete without great food, and this one delivered in a big way. Attendees fueled up between laps around the show field with a lineup of local favorites:

• Walter’s Hot Dogs brought the classic cookout staple everyone knows and loves and then some.
• Novanta Secondi Neapolitan Pizza Truck fired up wood-oven Neapolitan-style pizza right on site, straight from their brick oven to the crowd.
• The Ardsley Fire Department got in on the action too, grilling up sausage and peppers for the crowd — a hearty nod to the very heroes the event was raising money for.
• Spill the Beans Mobile Espresso Bar kept the coffee and espresso drinks flowing for anyone needing a midday pick-me-up
• An Ice Cream Truck offered the perfect sweet treat for a day spent outdoors

Raffles Packed with Local Love

Beyond the car judging and food, attendees also had the chance to win big through a 50/50 raffle and a raffle stacked with gift certificates from local businesses that generously donated to the cause. Prizes included:

• Ardsley Title Boxing — 2x memberships!
• Carvel – Ardsley
• Battaglia’s of Dobbs Ferry
• Sushi Mike’s – Dobbs Ferry
• Slyce – Ardsley
• Ardsley Diner
• Ardsley Cucina
• Fiesta Mexico – Ardsley
• The Elegant Poster — Frame Shop in Dobbs Ferry
• Hudson Social
• Pizza & Pasta – Dobbs Ferry
• Cafe Latte – Dobbs Ferry
• Barrel 72, Curated Wine & Spirits – Dobbs Ferry
• Dobbs Ferry Lobster Guys
• Ardsley Tire
• Baci in the Square
• 2x gift cards to Mes Amis, Crepes Cafe, courtesy of Liberty Mutual
• 2x $100 gift cards courtesy of Hanover
• 2x $100 gift cards courtesy of Liberty Mutual

A huge thank-you goes out to every one of these local businesses and sponsors — their generosity added an extra layer of excitement to the day and helped make the fundraiser even more successful.

The Soundtrack of the Day

Keeping the energy high all day long was F-Sharp Entertainment, spinning DJ music that kept the crowd moving and gave the whole event a festival-like atmosphere. Between the engine revs and the music, there was rarely a quiet moment on the show field.

Thank You to Our Sponsors

None of this would have been possible without the generous support of our event sponsors. A heartfelt thank you goes out to:

• PuroClean – The Paramedics of Property Damage
• Signal Restoration Services
• Liberty Mutual
• Travelers
• Preferred Mutual

Their commitment to our Car Show benefiting Ardsley First Responders and to the community as a whole helped make this event possible from the ground up.

A Community Win All Around

Events like this one are a reminder of how much a community can accomplish when it comes together for a shared cause. From the car owners who proudly displayed their vehicles, to the local food vendors who kept everyone fed, to the volunteers and organizers who pulled it all together — every part of the day contributed to a fantastic outcome for Ardsley First Responders.

A huge thank you to everyone who came out, entered a car, grabbed a bite, or simply stopped by to support the cause. Here’s to the next one — see you at the next show!