Monterey Car Week Overview
Your Guide to Monterey Car Week 2023
Monterey Car Week is one of the most anticipated automobile events in Monterey County, California every year!
Whether you're a classic car enthusiast or sports car fanatic, there is no better series of events around than Monterey Car Week. It's full of days on end of auto shows, auto memorabilia, VIP parties, and new car reveals from nearly every luxury manufacturer. Many of these events are totally free, too, adding to the fun!
MONTEREY CAR WEEK EVENTS SCHEDULE
~updated on 8/22/2022
FRIDAY AUGUST 11, 2023
- Monterey Car Week Kick-Off
SATURDAY AUGUST 12, 2023
- Monterey Pre-Reunion
SUNDAY AUGUST 13, 2023
- Monterey Pre-Reunion
MONDAY AUGUST 14, 2023
- Automobilia Monterey Expo
- The Porsche Monterey Classic
TUESDAY AUGUST 15, 2023
- Classic Motorsports Magazine Monterey Kickoff
- Automobilia Monterey Expo
- Concours on the Avenue *not confirmed yet for 2023
WEDNESDAY AUGUST 16, 2023
- Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion
- Bonhams Quail Lodge Auction
- Carmel Mission Classic
- Motorlux
- Monterey Jet Center Auction
- Pebble Beach Motoring Classic
- Russo and Steele Auction *not confirmed yet for 2023
- Little Car Show
- Automobilia Monterey Expo
THURSDAY AUGUST 17, 2023
- Bonhams Quail Lodge Auction
- Legends of the Autobahn
- Monterey Jet Center Auction
- Mecum Monterey 2023 Auction
- Russo and Steele Auction *not confirmed yet for 2023
- Pebble Beach Classic Car Forum
- Pebble Beach RetroAuto
- Pebble Beach Tour d'Elegance Presented by Rolex
- Prancing Ponies Women's Car Show
- RM Sotheby’s Monterey
- Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion
FRIDAY AUGUST 18, 2023
- Bonhams Quail Lodge Auction
- Mecum Monterey 2023 Auction
- Russo and Steele Auction *not confirmed yet for 2023
- Gooding & Company’s Pebble Beach Auctions
- Pebble Beach Classic Car Forum
- Pebble Beach RetroAuto
- Pacific Grove Rotary Concours Auto Rally
- Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion
- RM Sotheby’s Monterey
- The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering
- Werks Reunion
SATURDAY AUGUST 19, 2023
- Exotics on Broadway
- Mecum Monterey 2023 Auction
- Annual Ferrari Owners Club Gathering
- Concorso Italiano
- Concours d'LeMons
- Gooding & Company’s Pebble Beach Auctions
- Pebble Beach Classic Car Forum
- Pebble Beach RetroAuto
- Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion
- RM Sotheby’s Monterey
SUNDAY AUGUST 20, 2023
- Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance
- Pebble Beach RetroAuto
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EXPLORE MONTEREY CAR WEEK EVENTS WITH VIDEO RECAPS
This summer promises to be an exciting one for car enthusiasts from all over the world! In the section below, learn more about events taking place during Monterey Car Week and choose which event to attend!
Friday: August 11, 2023
Monterey Kick Off Cruise-In
Weathertech Raceway Laguna Seca kicks off Monterey Classic Car Week Kick-Off with a classic car show in Downtown Monterey. You'll be able to see 30 classic race cars lining the 300 block of Alvarado Street.
Saturday & Sunday: August 12-13, 2023
Monterey Pre-Reunion
The Monterey Pre-Reunion provides racing fans and visitors with the chance to see more than 300 race cars competing for two full days prior to the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion. The paddock is bustling with teams working on their cars in the pits or on their way to pre-grid. The paddock is completely open to wander for enjoying the historic racing experience.
Monday: August 14, 2023
The Porsche Monterey Classic
Join Porsche Monterey in celebrating its designation as a Porsche Classic Partner at "The Porsche Monterey Classic", an exclusive Porsche event highlighting Classic Porsches, while enjoying music, whiskey, wine and hors d’oeuvres.
Classic Porsches 10 years of age and older are invited to register, but space is limited so register ASAP.
Automobilia Monterey
The largest automobilia show in America, and the only time during Concours Week to find 40+ top international dealers in a single venue. A great expo to check out vintage scale models, signs, hood ornaments, books and more.
Tuesday: August 15, 2023
Classic Motosports Magazine Monterey Kickoff
The Classic Motorsports Monterey Kickoff presented by Hagerty is once again returning to beautiful Pacific Grove for 2022! Awesome cars, great people, perfect weather, and kind of magic that only happens during Monterey Car Week. Spectator entry is free — just walk right in, with no registration required.
Automobilia Monterey
The largest automobilia show in America, and the only time during Concours Week to find 40+ top international dealers in a single venue. A great expo to check out vintage scale models, signs, hood ornaments, books and more.
Wednesday: August 16, 2023
The Little Car Show
The Little Car Show is a fine event for people who like looking at historic autos that are at least a quarter of a century old.
Motorlux
For those who appreciate VIP experience, vintage vehicles and pure luxury the Motorlux by Hagerty, formerly known as McCall's Motorworks Revival, is a must-attend event! World's top aircraft, motorcycle, and automotive manufacturers are onsite with their latest state-of-the-art offerings. From gourmet bites to award-winning wines, you will never forget this unique luxurious experience. A new auction will also take place in conjunction with Motorlux by Broad Arrow Group, known as Monterey Jet Center Auction.
Concours on the Avenue
Carmel-by-the-Sea's world-famous Ocean Avenue will be closed to traffic and eighteen blocks of downtown will be filled with collector cars and related motorized fun. A fascinating mix of American and foreign cars will be showcased in front of a backdrop of charming shops, critically acclaimed restaurants and numerous galleries. The Carmel-by-the-Sea Concours on the Avenue will focus on vehicles not usually seen during this ten-day period. The cars will include a variety of legendary vehicles. Well over 175 cars will be on display in groups of juried classes during Carmel-by-the-Sea Concours on the Avenue. These will include Luxury Cars, Muscle Cars, Hot Rods and Sporting Cars. Free Admission. Concours on the Avenue is a great option for vintage Ferrari and Porsche enthusiasts.
Carmel Mission Classic
If you want to gaze at a Ford truck from 1953 while sipping on excellent wine, the Carmel Mission Classic may be for you.
Prancing Ponies Women's Car Show
Prancing Ponies Car Show provides an opportunity for women car enthusiasts to inspire girls to pursue careers in STEM and to explore leadership in the automotive industry.
Pebble Beach Motoring Classic
At 3pm, head to The Lodge at Pebble Beach to view cars arriving from the tour.
Automobilia Monterey
The largest automobilia show in America, and the only time during Concours Week to find 40+ top international dealers in a single venue. A great expo to check out vintage scale models, signs, hood ornaments, books and more.
Auction Previews Starts August 16, 2023:
Russo & Steele Collector Automobile Auction
Russo and Steele offers a collection of the highest quality, most luxurious and collectable European sports, American muscle, hot rods and custom automobiles suitable to satisfy any automotive desires with both reserve and no reserve automobiles.
Gooding & Company's Pebble Beach Auction
This auction is among the most attended and anticipated collector car events of all Pebble Beach Automotive Week and the only auction held within the gates of the famed 17‑Mile Drive.
Bonhams Quail Lodge Auction
Preview of fresh and private consignments at Bonhams Quail Lodge one day Auction, with more than 130 cars.
RM Sotheby's Auction
Preview is held at the beautiful renovated Monterey Conference Center, just steps away from downtown Monterey and Fisherman’s Wharf, the event has been witness to the sale of some of the most important motor cars to ever come to auction.
Monterey Jet Center Auction
Broad Arrow Auctions will host its first live auction in Monterey in conjunction with Hagerty's Motorlux event (formerly McCall’s Motorworks Revival) located at the Monterey Jet Center. The auction will feature approximately 80 exceptional motor cars within the grounds of this spectacular event, kicking off Monterey Car Week in grand style.
Thursday August 17, 2023
Mecum Monterey 2022
The world's largest collector car auction company will offer 600 consignments at its annual Daytime Auction at the Hyatt Regency Hotel and Spa on Del Monte Golf Course. Vehicles to be offered range from prewar classics and vintage muscle cars to luxury and high-end exotics, modern supercars and more, along with approximately 100 vintage and antique motorcycles.
Legends of the Autobahn
Join the BMW Car Club of America, the Mercedes Club of America, and the Audi Club of North America—the world’s preeminent German-marque car clubs—at the annual Legends of The Autobahn.
Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion
Described as a museum springing to life, the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion, is the largest event held during the famed Monterey Classic Car Week, and is the only event where cars are doing what they were originally intended to do…race.
Russo & Steele Collector Automobile Auction *Canceled for 2022 and Rescheduled to 2023
Russo and Steele offers a collection of the highest quality, most luxurious and collectable European sports, American muscle, hot rods and custom automobiles suitable to satisfy any automotive desires with both reserve and no reserve automobiles.
Monterey Jet Center Auction
Broad Arrow Auctions will host its first live auction in Monterey in conjunction with Hagerty's Motorlux event (formerly McCall’s Motorworks Revival) located at the Monterey Jet Center. The auction will feature approximately 80 exceptional motor cars within the grounds of this spectacular event, kicking off Monterey Car Week in grand style.
Bonhams Quail Lodge Auction
Preview of fresh and private consignments at Bonhams Quail Lodge one day Auction, with more than 130 cars
RM Sotheby's Auction
Held at the beautiful renovated Monterey Conference Center, just steps away from downtown Monterey and Fisherman’s Wharf, the event has been witness to the sale of some of the most important motor cars to ever come to auction.
Pebble Beach Tour d'Elegance presented by Rolex
The traditional Tour traces portions of the original 17-Mile Drive, traverses nearby mountains and valleys, and pauses for a time in charming Carmel-by-the-Sea.
Pebble Beach Classic Car Forum
The Pebble Beach Classic Car Forum presented by AIG & Alliant features luminaries of the automotive world discussing the most pertinent topics facing the collector car world today.
Pebble Beach RetroAuto
RetroAuto exhibitors represent a variety of retail and manufacturing categories, including rare collectables, historic automobilia, art and literature as well as luxury items, technological tools and official Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance merchandise.
Friday August 18, 2023
Bonhams Quail Lodge Auction
Fresh and private consignments available at Bonhams Quail Lodge one day Auction, with more than 130 cars.
Mecum Monterey 2022 Auction
The world's largest collector car auction company will offer 600 consignments at its annual Daytime Auction at the Hyatt Regency Hotel and Spa on Del Monte Golf Course. Vehicles to be offered range from prewar classics and vintage muscle cars to luxury and high-end exotics, modern supercars and more, along with approximately 100 vintage and antique motorcycles.
RM Sotheby's Auction
Held at the beautiful renovated Monterey Conference Center, just steps away from downtown Monterey and Fisherman’s Wharf, the event has been witness to the sale of some of the most important motor cars to ever come to auction.
Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion
Described as a museum springing to life, the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion, is the largest event held during the famed Monterey Classic Car Week, and is the only event where cars are doing what they were originally intended to do…race.
The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering
The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering has announced that it will host 11 major vehicle debuts and anniversary celebrations from eight different automotive manufacturers as part of its annual event. These displays will include debut entries from Lotus Cars, Bugatti, Aston Martin, Bentley Motors, Acura, Pagani Automobili and Drako Motors along with anniversary celebrations for Singer Vehicle Design, Pagani Automobili and Bentley Motors.
Werks Reunion
Werks Reunion is a strong choice for people who are proud Porsche owners. The Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion, on the other hand, is a strong choice for people who want to witness the glory of competing race cars. Race categories include 1966 ~ 1972 Trans-Am and 1955 ~ 1962 GT Car divisions.
Pacific Grove Rotary Concours Auto Rally
Over 200 vintage and exotic automobiles line the picturesque Pacific Grove's downtown business area on Lighthouse Avenue. No auctions here, just plenty of opportunities for food, fun and photographs!
Russo & Steele Collector Automobile Auction *Canceled for 2022 and Rescheduled to 2023
Russo and Steele offers a collection of the highest quality, most luxurious and collectable European sports, American muscle, hot rods and custom automobiles suitable to satisfy any automotive desires with both reserve and no reserve automobiles
Pebble Beach Classic Car Forum
The Pebble Beach Classic Car Forum presented by AIG & Alliant features luminaries of the automotive world discussing the most pertinent topics facing the collector car world today.
Pebble Beach RetroAuto
RetroAuto exhibitors represent a variety of retail and manufacturing categories, including rare collectables, historic automobilia, art and literature as well as luxury items, technological tools and official Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance merchandise.
Saturday August 19, 2023
Exotics on Broadway
Previously called Exotics on Cannery Row, the Exotics on Broadway new location provides expanded event space to offer you an even more legendary Super, Hyper and Exotic Car experience. With over 35,000 fans last year, its is one of the best car week event to close-look at so many super cars in one location.
Concours d’LeMons Monterey
The Concours d’LeMons makes a wonderful event for people who want to enjoy the vehicle universe's biggest mishaps.
Concorso Italiano
Concorso Italiano will once again be a key part the traditional Monterey Automobile Week. Concorso Italiano’s unique format features more 1000 vehicles of Italian origin, and its atmosphere is on the vehicles on display, conversations between people who love and appreciate them, and elements of Italian style such as fashion, food, music and art
Barnyard Ferrari Owners Club Gathering
The Barnyard Ferrari Event is exactly what it sounds like. It's a wonderful event for Ferrari lovers who want to stare at gorgeous vehicles. It's also full of live music, yummy food and amazing local wines.
RM Sotheby's Auction
Held at the beautiful renovated Monterey Conference Center, just steps away from downtown Monterey and Fisherman’s Wharf, the event has been witness to the sale of some of the most important motor cars to ever come to auction.
Mecum Monterey 2022 Auction
The world's largest collector car auction company will offer 600 consignments at its annual Daytime Auction at the Hyatt Regency Hotel and Spa on Del Monte Golf Course. Vehicles to be offered range from prewar classics and vintage muscle cars to luxury and high-end exotics, modern supercars and more, along with approximately 100 vintage and antique motorcycles.
Pebble Beach Classic Car Forum
The Pebble Beach Classic Car Forum presented by AIG & Alliant features luminaries of the automotive world discussing the most pertinent topics facing the collector car world today.
Pebble Beach RetroAuto
RetroAuto exhibitors represent a variety of retail and manufacturing categories, including rare collectables, historic automobilia, art and literature as well as luxury items, technological tools and official Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance merchandise.
Sunday August 20, 2023
Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance
The Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance is yet another biggie well the main reason there is a Monterey Car Week! If you'd like to take in some of the planet's valuable collector vehicles, there's no greater event than this one. You'll be able to check out classes and marques such as the Chapron Coachwork, the Lamborghini Miura and more.
You also don't want to miss the Concept Lawn across The Lodge where you can see mind-blowing designs and technologies never seen before!
Pebble Beach RetroAuto
RetroAuto exhibitors represent a variety of retail and manufacturing categories, including rare collectables, historic automobilia, art and literature as well as luxury items, technological tools and official Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance merchandise.
A Can't Miss Week Full of Events
Monterey Car Week has something for anyone who has even an iota of interest in the vast realm of classic automobiles. The Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance is one specific event that people shouldn't miss. If you want to revel in the opportunity to look at some of the most breathtaking historic vehicles on the planet, this event is undoubtedly for you. If you visit this event, you'll also be able to check out introductions to first of a kind concept cars.
If you want to have a blast at one of the biggest and most detailed automobile extravaganzas the nation has to offer, you should put Monterey Car Week on your schedule as soon as possible, no excuses! This car week is full of all different types of car-related excitement and unique experience.
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