Monterey Car Week Overview

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Explore Monterey Car Week Events
with Insider Video Recaps

This summer promises an unforgettable lineup of events for car enthusiasts from around the globe. Below, you’ll find daily highlights from past Monterey Car Weeks—featuring top shows, collector interviews, and behind-the-scenes moments captured by the WhatsUpMonterey team and Mr. Car Week.

Use these videos to get a feel for each experience—and start building your own ultimate Car Week itinerary.

Friday: August 7, 2026

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 8 - 9, 2026

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.

Corkscrew Hillclimb & Community Day

Now in its second year, the Corkscrew Hillclimb & Community Day returns on Sunday, August 9 with more cars of varying pedigrees. Drivers are eagerly looking forward to the chance of racing the clock by rocketing reverse course toward Turn 11 and up to the finish after cresting Turn 8, which is simply known as The Corkscrew.

Monday: August 10, 2026

Monterey Motorshow

Kicking off Monterey Car Week, the Monterey Motorshow presents a curated outdoor showcase of exceptional vehicles on August 10-12, 2026. This refined experience brings together collectors, enthusiasts, and select brands in a relaxed, open-air setting alongside the Automobilia Collectors Expo. This experience is included as part of the Car Week Passport.

Automobilia Collectors Expo

Set to be the pinnacle event of Monterey Car Week, America's most extensive automobilia show will unfold on August 10-12, 2026. This exclusive assembly is the only opportunity within the week to browse collections from over 25 premier international automobilia dealers in a single venue. This experience is included as part of the Car Week Passport.

Automobilia Collectors Auction – Preview

Preview the full catalog of the Automobilia Collectors Auction, featuring rare and collectible automobilia lots. Held at Embassy Suites Monterey Bay, this is the ideal time to inspect items in person, speak with auction staff, and register to bid. The live auction is also included as part of the Car Week Passport experience..

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 and older are invited to register, but space is limited, so register ASAP.

 

Tuesday: August 11, 2026

Monterey Motorshow

Continuing Monterey Car Week, the Monterey Motorshow offers a curated outdoor display of exceptional vehicles. Guests can explore a rotating mix of standout cars, connect with fellow enthusiasts, and enjoy a relaxed, open-air atmosphere alongside the Automobilia Collectors Expo. This experience is included as part of the Car Week Passport.

Automobilia Collectors Expo

Set to be day 2 of this pinnacle event of Monterey Car Week, America's most extensive automobilia show. This exclusive assembly is the only opportunity within the week to browse collections from over 25 premier international dealers in a single venue.

Automobilia Collectors Auction – Live Auction

Be part of history at the first-ever live automobilia auction of Monterey Car Week. Featuring over 200 expertly curated lots of vintage automotive memorabilia, this event offers something for seasoned collectors and new bidders alike. The live auction is included as part of the Car Week Passport experience.

Bidding available in person and online. Auction starts promptly at 4:00 PM in the Monterey Ballroom at Embassy Suites Monterey Bay.

Preview: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Auction Begins at 4:00 PM

 

Wednesday: August 12, 2026

Monterey Motorshow

On the final day of the Monterey Motorshow, guests can experience a curated selection of exceptional vehicles in a refined outdoor setting. Discover unique automobiles, connect with collectors, and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere alongside the Automobilia Collectors Expo. This experience is included as part of the Car Week Passport.

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 of Motorlux by Hagerty, is a must-attend event! World's top aircraft, motorcycle, and automotive manufacturers are on site with their latest state-of-the-art offerings. From gourmet bites to award-winning wines, you will never forget this unique luxurious experience. An auction will also take place in conjunction with Motorlux by Broad Arrow Auctions.

 

Pebble Beach Motoring Classic

At 3 pm, head to The Lodge at Pebble Beach to view cars arriving from the tour.

Automobilia Collectors Expo

Day 3 of this pinnacle event of Monterey Car Week, America's most extensive automobilia show. This exclusive assembly is the only opportunity within the week to browse collections from over 25 premier international dealers in a single venue.

Broad Arrow Auction

Broad Arrow Auction (Day 1) will host its live auction in Monterey in conjunction with Motorlux event at the Monterey Jet Center. The auction will feature approximately 150 exceptional motor cars within the grounds of this spectacular event, kicking off Monterey Car Week in grand style.

 

Auction Previews Starts Thursday: August 13, 2026

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, steps away from downtown Monterey and Fisherman’s Wharf. RM Sotheby's Auction has witnessed the sale of some of the most important motor cars to ever come to auction.

 

Thursday: August 13, 2026

Prancing Ponies Women's Car Show

Prancing Ponies Car Show features Women-owned exotic, classic, muscle, sport, and electric cars. Proceeds support the Prancing Ponies Foundation's mission to 'Create Women Leaders One Girl at a Time.' Exhibitors and registered guests will enjoy an elegant VIP lounge with all-day breakfast, lunch, and wine; reserved seating for our fashion show featuring local models and designers, and discounts on Prancing swag.

Mecum Monterey 2026

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.

Broad Arrow Auction

Broad Arrow Auction (Day 2) will host its live auction in Monterey in conjunction with Motorlux event at the Monterey Jet Center. The auction will feature approximately 150 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, steps away from downtown Monterey and Fisherman’s Wharf. RM Sotheby's Auction 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 begin in Pebble Beach, traces 17-Mile Drive, Highway One to Big Sur, and then returns to Pebble Beach to cross the Finish line. A car that successfully completes the Tour gets the nod if it later ties in class competition at the Concours.

Pebble Beach Classic Car Forum

The Pebble Beach Classic Car Forum presented by Alliant Private Client 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 collectibles, historic automobilia, art and literature, luxury items, technological tools, and official Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance merchandise.

 

Friday August 14, 2026

Bonhams Quail Lodge Auction

Fresh and private consignments are available at Bonhams Quail Lodge's one-day Auction, with more than 130 cars.

Mecum Monterey 2026 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, and approximately 100 vintage and antique motorcycles.

RM Sotheby's Auction

Held at the beautiful renovated Monterey Conference Center, steps away from downtown Monterey and Fisherman’s Wharf. RM Sotheby's Auction has witnessed 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 the only event where cars do what they originally intended to do…race.

The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering

The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering returns with one of its most dynamic lineups to date, featuring over a dozen press conferences and global vehicle debuts from leading automotive marques. This year’s event will spotlight exclusive displays from brands including Aston Martin, Pagani Automobili, Koenigsegg, Gordon Murray Automotive, Lamborghini, Lexus, and more — offering attendees an unparalleled glimpse into the future of performance and design.

Among the highlights are major announcements and showcase vehicles from Lotus Cars, Bugatti, Bentley Motors, Acura, Drako Motors, and others.

 

 

Werks Reunion

Werks Reunion is a strong choice for people who are proud Porsche owners. On the other hand, the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion 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!

Pebble Beach Classic Car Forum

The Pebble Beach Classic Car Forum, presented by Alliant Private Client 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 collectibles, historic automobilia, art and literature, luxury items, technological tools, and official Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance merchandise.

 

Saturday August 15, 2026

Monterey Motorsports Festival

Features an impressive collection of exotics and sports cars, retro and classic cars, muscle cars, race cars, classic and modern motorcycles and aviation. Monterey Motorsports Festival will showcase electric and solar technology, including electric motorcycles and bicycles.

Taking advantage of a Monterey County Fair & Event Center, the event's venue features 22 acres of native oak trees, historic buildings, and green lawns, this tech-focused event provides a wide variety of entertainment options. On the Small Business Hall of Fame Lawns, we will unveil a lineup of quads, and utility and off-road vehicles, with the center arena presenting an impressive array of heavy steel and electric vehicles from the likes of Caterpillar, Bobcat, John Deere, Kubota, Toro and more. The back of the arena will feature off-road vehicles, classic 4x4s and pickups, an Army tank collection, SWAT trucks and new off-road technology. This event is included in the Car Week Passport, rounding out a full day of experiences.

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, it is one of the best car week events to close-look at so many supercars 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 of the traditional Monterey Automobile Week. Concorso Italiano’s unique format features more than 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. Concorso Italiano is also one of the featured experiences included with the Car Week Passport.

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 2026 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 Alliant Private Client 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 collectibles, historic automobilia, art and literature, luxury items, technological tools, and official Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance merchandise.

Sunday August 16, 2026

Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance

The Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance is 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 more remarkable event than this one. You can 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 collectibles, historic automobilia, art and literature, luxury items, technological tools, and official Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance merchandise.

 

A Can’t-Miss Celebration of Automotive Excitement

Monterey Car Week has something for everyone passionate about the world of automobiles. Whether you're drawn to legendary classics, cutting-edge concept cars, or rare collectible memorabilia, the week delivers a full spectrum of automotive culture.

If you want to have a blast at one of the nation’s biggest and most detailed automobile extravaganzas, you should put Monterey Car Week on your schedule as soon as possible—no excuses! It’s packed with car-related excitement, unforgettable experiences, and moments you won’t find anywhere else.

Still searching for accommodations? Be sure to browse our Recommended Hotels section—rooms book quickly during Car Week.

The 2026 Week Passport
Why juggle multiple tickets? Get one pass for five of the week’s premier events (Automobilia Collectors Expo, ACE Automobilia Auction, The Paddock, Concorso Italiano, and MMF). It’s the ultimate way to elevate your experience with maximum ease.

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Stay tuned to @MontereyCarWeekGuide for daily coverage, and follow my personal journey at @MrCarWeek for behind-the-scenes moments and collector commentary.

— Will Elkadi, Mr. Car Week