Friday night lights, with plenty of cars at the Bellmore Car Show

If you’ve driven past the Bellmore Long Island Rail Road on any given Friday evening between late spring and early fall, chances are, you’ve seen the parking lot adjacent to Sunrise Highway filled with cars.

But its not just commuter cars — it’s the Chamber of Commerce of the Bellmores’ Friday Night Car Show. Weather permitting, attendees are sure to find a wide selection of automotives, whether it be vintage vehicles, vans and buses, or newer models, like sports cars.

The Bellmore Chamber began sponsoring the event in 2011, and now hosts the event in conjunction with the Town of Hempstead. The show opens at 6 p.m.

Courtesy is given to railroad commuters, and all vehicles on display must be street legal. The Chamber asks that no one places lawn chairs in driving lanes or parked spaces, and that drivers restrain from cruising around the lot.

If you’re into cars — or just looking for something different to do on a warm, Friday night — the show has something for everyone. Throughout August, a show will take place on Aug. 4, 11, 18 and 25. There will be no show on Sept. 22 because of the Bellmore Family Street Festival.

Spectators can enter free of charge. The admission fee for cars is $5. For more information, visit BellmoreChamber.com.

–Jordan Vallone