Dear Friends, Sponsors, Volunteers, and Community Members,
On behalf of the Peabody PROMISE and PEABODY PROMISE CAR SHOW Event, I want to extend my deepest gratitude to every person who helped make the Peabody PROMISE Car Show such an extraordinary success.
This event was created to support mental wellness, bullying prevention, and suicide prevention in our community. More than a car show, it was a powerful statement about who we are as a city and what we stand for. Rain or shine, Peabody stood united.
The Peabody PROMISE Car Show — against bullying and for kindness — proved that when our city comes together, nothing can dampen our spirit. With the Mayor, the Peabody Police Department, our sponsors, volunteers, donors, car enthusiasts, families, and neighbors all standing as one, we sent a clear and unmistakable message: kindness wins.
To everyone who donated, sponsored, volunteered, organized, promoted, participated, or simply showed up in support — thank you. Your hard work, generosity, and belief in this mission made unity louder than the rain.
We look forward to building on this momentum and making the Peabody PROMISE Car Show an annual tradition. Together, we will continue promoting kindness, strengthening mental wellness, and standing firmly against bullying in our community.
With sincere appreciation,
Alain A. Chaoui, MD, on behalf of the Peabody PROMISE Car Show Team
First Annual Peabody PROMISE Car Show
Saturday May 9, 2026
Cars and Coffee with the Mayor !
We invite you to join us for the First Annual Peabody PROMISE Car Show, a family-focused celebration of automotive craftsmanship and community spirit. This event brings together classic car enthusiasts and local neighbors to support a vital charitable mission.
Beyond the display of antique automobiles and muscle cars, our show funds local initiatives dedicated to mental wellness, anti-bullying efforts, and providing meaningful assistance to residents in need. Together, we are building hope and strengthening Peabody’s community resources. With Mayor Bettencourt and the Peabody Promise team!
Time & Date
Update: The Peabody Promise Car Show has been postponed to Saturday, May 9th (not May 10, Mother’s Day) and will now run from 9 AM to 1 PM.
Registration remains open for a few more cars—looking forward to outstanding weather next Saturday!
Location
1 Roosevelt Avenue Peabody, MA 01960
(Medical Building Parking Area)
Note that on-site parking is only for cars participating in the show
Parking for Attendees
Parking for attendees is at the West Memorial Elementary School (15 Bow Street, Peabody, MA 01960)
A free shuttle will transport attendees between the school parking and the event
2026 Event Awards
Presented By Mayor Bettencourt
Celebrating automotive excellence and community spirit. Join us as we honor the best on the field.
1st Place: 1968 Ford Shelby GT500 — Nick DeFrancesco
2nd Place: 2020 Mercedes AMG GTR Pro — Matthew Dolan
Best in Show
People’s Choice
1st Place: 1978 Cadillac Eldorado — JJ Zarrella
2nd Place: 2016 Dodge Charger Hellcat — PJ Leblanc
Best Classic
1st Place: 1969 Pontiac GTO — James Kassiotis
2nd Place: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air — George Varelas
1st Place: 1968 Ford Shelby GT500 — Nick DeFrancesco
2nd Place: 2022 Ford Mustang GT/CS — Jason Todd Ulery
Best Muscle Car
1st Place: 1949 Ford Sedan — Peabody Police Department
2nd Place: 1954 Chevrolet 210 — Robert Adam
Best Antique
1st Place: 1988 Pontiac Fiero GT — Chuck Fiumara
2nd Place: 1990 Chevrolet 454 SS Pickup — Rick Hetherington
Best Sports Car
1st Place: 1965 Mercedes SL — Steve Saulenas
2nd Place: 1988 Pontiac Fiero Formula — Kerri Fiumara
Community Impact
Our Proud Event Sponsors
Sponsorship Opportunities
Support Peabody PROMISE and showcase your business at our inaugural event. Together, we are building hope for our community.
All donations are TAX DEDUCTIBLE.
Together, we are building hope and opportunity for every Peabody resident.
Peabody PROMISE is a local charitable initiative dedicated to helping residents facing hardship by providing meaningful assistance, promoting mental wellness, and strengthening the fabric of our community. We focus on critical areas often overlooked, ensuring every individual has the resources to thrive.
- Advancing mental health awareness and accessibility
- Supporting anti‑bullying and suicide prevention efforts
- Strengthening local community resources for families in need
- Promoting hope through direct charitable assistance
See you next year!
Join the Conversation
Peabody PROMISE Car Show
1 Roosevelt Avenue, Peabody, MA
peabodypromisecar@gmail.com
























