Meet & Greet with Sam Mahdavi!

Schedule

Sat, 30 Aug, 2025 at 02:30 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Dekalb County Courthouse | Auburn, IN

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Meet this year's parade Grand Marshal, Sam Mahdavi! Join us immediately after the parade, in front of the entertainment stage at 8th Street and Main Street, to chat with Sam and get an autograph.
Sam is the host of the nationally syndicated TV show “Sam’s Garage”, airing on MotorTrend (Velocity), RACER (formerly MAVTV), REVTV Canada, and streaming on Mtrspt1 and Apple TV, as well as the host of “Sam’s Garage Radio Show”.
In 2020, Sam joined the Lokar Car Show as host, traveling the country to spotlight custom builds, car show culture, and the passionate individuals behind the vehicles.
Motorsports Accomplishments:
· Two-time NDRA Drag Racing Champion
· Multiple podium finishes in national racing events
· Participant in the 2004 SEMA Installer’s Challenge
· Winner of Speed Channel’s “Pinks” (2008)
TV & Film Contributions:
· Over 10 cars featured in the Fast & Furious franchise
· Shop appearance in Fast 7
· Contributions to Let’s Be Cops
Upcoming Projects:
· Bringing back NOPI Nationals and racing, a revival of a classic event series celebrating import and performance car culture.
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Dekalb County Courthouse, 100 S Main St, Auburn, IN 46706-2361, United States

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